A basic guest house in the San Giovanni district of Rome, a short walk from the metro, with simple rooms and an airport shuttle available on request.
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Residenza Laterano is a guest house in the San Giovanni district of Rome, 700 meters from Porta Maggiore and about 1.3 km from the Colosseum.
The property offers simple, functional rooms, some with private bathroom and others with shared bathroom, designed for those seeking a practical base to explore the capital without spending a fortune. The rooms are equipped with an electric kettle and a desk, and some benefit from decent soundproofing and a view of the inner courtyard. A toiletry set in various types is available on request.
The staff arrange airport transfers on request, and the location, just steps from the San Giovanni metro station and the train station of the same name, makes it possible to reach both the historic center and the Ciampino and Fiumicino airports within minutes. When available, breakfast is served at a nearby café. The area, lively with bars and restaurants just outside the entrance, is especially appreciated by couples, who rated the location 8.7.
Residenza Laterano offers five room types, from double rooms to triples, up to a single designed for solo travelers. Sizes range from 10 sqm for the Budget Single Room to 18 sqm for the largest rooms, and the main choice concerns the bathroom: some rooms have a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, while others share facilities with a shared bathroom, a solution that allows for a lower price.
All rooms include an electric kettle and a desk, while several room types overlook the property’s quiet inner courtyard. The Double Room and the Triple Room with private bathroom also add a good level of soundproofing, useful for those seeking more peace and quiet in a central and lively area like San Giovanni. On request, staff provide an extra toiletry set for the stay.
The Double Room with Private Bathroom is one of the quietest rooms in the property, thanks to good soundproofing not found in all other room types. Its 18 sqm overlooking the inner courtyard is complemented by a private bathroom and, on request, a toiletry set.
At 15 sqm, the Standard Double Room is the most compact of the doubles and shares a bathroom with other guests, making it the most affordable option for a couple. The queen-size double bed and the sofa complete the room’s essential furnishings.
The Basic Triple Room, 18 sqm with shared bathroom, is designed for three people and stands out for its parquet flooring alternating with tiled areas and its view of the inner courtyard. It’s the best choice for small groups who don’t need a private bathroom.
Compared to the Basic version, the Triple Room with Private Bathroom offers the same 18 sqm of space but with a private bathroom featuring a shower, hairdryer, and included toiletry set. A wardrobe, an electric kettle, and a view of the inner courtyard complete the amenities.
The Budget Single Room is the smallest room in the property, at 10 sqm designed for solo travelers. The single bed and essential furnishings make it the most affordable option for a solo stay in Rome.
Residenza Laterano’s services focus on the essentials, with particular attention to connectivity: free WiFi is available throughout the property, as is wired internet access for those who prefer a more stable connection.
On request, staff can arrange an airport shuttle, a very convenient service for those arriving or departing from Ciampino and Fiumicino airports who don’t want to manage the transfer on their own. The property is entirely non-smoking, including the rooms, and has heating for the colder months. Some rooms also offer a good level of soundproofing, useful in a central and busy area like San Giovanni. An invoice is also available on request for those who need one.
Residenza Laterano is located in the San Giovanni district, a residential and lively area of Rome that combines neighborhood life with easy access to the historic center. A short distance away, Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano (350 m) and the basilica of the same name mark the heart of the area, while Porta Maggiore, with its crossing of ancient Roman aqueducts, is reachable in a few minutes on foot (about 600 m).
The location is well connected to public transport: the San Giovanni metro station is just 250 m away, while the train station of the same name is 300 m away, convenient for those arriving by train or moving to other areas of the city. The Colosseum is about 1.3 km away and the Domus Aurea 1.1 km, both reachable on foot in 15-20 minutes. For those arriving by plane, Rome Ciampino Airport is the closest, about 10-12 km away, while Fiumicino is just over 20 km away; the property’s staff can arrange a transfer on request.
From the district, the Imperial Forums (2.1 km), the Trevi Fountain (2.5 km), and the Spanish Steps (2.9 km) are also easily reachable, all within a half-hour walk or a few minutes by metro. Those who love green spaces can venture as far as Villa Borghese (3.1 km), ideal for a break after a day of sightseeing. The area has no shortage of small local restaurants and bars, convenient for a casual meal before or after exploring the ruins and monuments of Rome’s historic center.
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Reviews particularly praise the location (8.6) and free WiFi (8.7), as well as staff availability (8.5). Cleanliness, comfort, and services, however, stand at around 6.5-6.6, indicating a more basic level, while the value for money (7.2) remains average for a budget guest house in central Rome.
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No, Residenza Laterano does not allow pets during the stay.
No, Residenza Laterano does not allow children, making it a property mainly designed for adults.
Check-in at Residenza Laterano is possible until 22:00; a later arrival involves a surcharge of 50 EUR and must be confirmed in advance with the property.
Residenza Laterano accepts cash payments only.
Residenza Laterano is about 1.3 km from the Colosseum, reachable on foot in 15-20 minutes or by a few minutes on the metro.
Yes, at check-in guests of Residenza Laterano must present a photo ID and a credit card.
