Refined guest house in the historic heart of Rome, just a short walk from Piazza Navona and Campo de' Fiori, with air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms.
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Relais Virgilio is a guest house in the historic centre of Rome, a short walk from Piazza Navona and about 500 metres from Campo de’ Fiori, in one of the most distinctive areas of the capital. The entirely non-smoking property offers free WiFi throughout and a common lounge where guests can relax after a day of sightseeing.
The rooms, all air-conditioned and soundproofed, are designed for those seeking comfort right in the city centre: they feature a desk, coffee machine, minibar, fridge, safe and flat-screen TV, as well as a private bathroom with bidet, with linens and towels included. The Family Suite offers extra space for families or small groups, while the Double Room with Private Bathroom is designed for couples.
The location is among the most appreciated features: the Vatican is 1.4 km away, Castel Sant’Angelo is 650 metres away, and Palazzo Venezia is 1.3 km away. Nearby you’ll also find Largo di Torre Argentina, the Pantheon and numerous historic restaurants and venues in the neighbourhood, making Relais Virgilio a convenient base for exploring Rome on foot.
Relais Virgilio offers two room types, both designed for a comfortable stay in the historic centre of Rome. All rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed and feature a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and courtesy set, as well as a flat-screen TV, minibar, coffee machine and city view. Linens and towels are always included, as is a desk for those travelling on business.
The Family Suite, the largest at 22 m² with capacity for up to two adults plus a child, offers flexible bed configurations suited to families or small groups. The Double Room with Private Bathroom, more compact at 16 m², is designed for two people and features a large double bed, ideal for a couple visiting the capital. Both share the same standard of finishes and amenities, differing mainly in size and bed configuration.
The largest room in the property, at 22 m², with flexible bed configurations that make it suitable for families or small groups of up to three people. Air-conditioned and soundproofed, it features a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, flat-screen TV, minibar and tea and coffee making facilities, with a city view.
More compact than the Family Suite at 16 m², designed for two people and ideal for a couple. It features a large double bed, private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, flat-screen TV, minibar and city view, in an air-conditioned and soundproofed setting.
Relais Virgilio offers guests free WiFi throughout the property and a common lounge with TV area, ideal for relaxing after a day of sightseeing in the historic centre. Check-in and check-out can be handled privately and expressly, while the entirely non-smoking property ensures well-kept, quiet surroundings thanks to soundproofing in all rooms.
Every room is air-conditioned and equipped with heating, a safe, iron on request and parquet or wooden flooring. There is also a lift, as well as rooms designed for families with specific needs. In terms of safety, the property has fire extinguishers, a smoke alarm and CCTV in common areas.
Each room also has a private bathroom with shower and bidet, hairdryer, free toiletries, minibar, coffee machine and electric kettle, as well as a desk convenient for those travelling on business.
Relais Virgilio is located on Via Giulia, one of the most elegant streets in Rome’s historic centre, in the Ponte district, just steps from Piazza Navona. The area retains an authentic character made up of Renaissance palaces, art galleries and small historic restaurants such as Pierluigi and Assunta Madre, both a few dozen metres from the property’s entrance.
The location is convenient both on foot and by public transport: Campo de’ Fiori is 350 metres away, Largo di Torre Argentina is 750 metres away, and the Pantheon is reachable with a short walk. Ottaviano metro station is 1.6 km away, while Roma San Pietro railway station is about 1.1 km away. Those arriving by air can rely on Rome Ciampino Airport about 14 km away and Fiumicino at 17 km.
From here you can also easily reach Castel Sant’Angelo (650 metres) and the Vatican with St. Peter’s Square, about 1.1 km away, an ideal destination for a morning among museums and basilicas. Villa Farnesina, 350 metres away, and Trastevere, a little further, offer a more intimate alternative for an evening stroll. The area is lively year-round, but spring and autumn offer the best weather for exploring the main attractions of the historic centre on foot.
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Reviews particularly praise the location, rated 9.7, and cleanliness and comfort, both at 9.4. The staff service is also highly appreciated, with a score of 9.4. The value for money, while solid at 9, is the relatively lowest-rated category among those assessed.
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Yes, Relais Virgilio accepts pets with no additional charge.
No, Relais Virgilio does not have dedicated parking, as it is located in Rome’s historic centre where parking is regulated by limited traffic zones.
Relais Virgilio is just a few steps from Piazza Navona, one of the most famous squares in Rome’s historic centre.
Yes, Relais Virgilio offers free WiFi throughout the property, including the rooms and common areas.
Yes, all rooms at Relais Virgilio are air-conditioned and soundproofed to ensure a comfortable stay.
No, Relais Virgilio does not require a minimum age for check-in, although guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
