Charming B&B in the Prati district, a short walk from the Vatican Museums, with individually decorated rooms, views of St. Peter's dome and Italian breakfast included.
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Residenza Scipioni Luxury B&B is a bed & breakfast on the top floor of a historic building in the Prati district of Rome, 200 metres from the Ottaviano metro station.
The property occupies the attic of a period building and retains ceilings with original moulding and antique furniture, mixed with individually decorated furnishings in every room. Several rooms offer views over the rooftops of Prati and, in the distance, the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica. All rooms feature individually controlled air conditioning, an LED TV and free WiFi, while the private bathrooms include toiletries and a hairdryer.
The location, right in the heart of Vatican Rome, means the Vatican Museums and Castel Sant’Angelo can be reached on foot in just a few minutes, amid restaurants, bars and pizzerias open late. Italian breakfast is served every morning and is a highlight for guests, along with the staff, rated 9.8 out of 10. It is a good fit for couples and travellers looking for a stay with attention to detail, in a historic, residential setting just steps from the Vatican.
The five room types at Residenza Scipioni Luxury B&B occupy the top floor of a historic building and share individually controlled air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom with toiletries and free WiFi. Soundproofed walls and an independent entrance make every stay private, while the windows open onto views of the rooftops of Prati or, in the larger rooms, the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica in the distance.
The range goes from the compact 12 m² Small Single Room, designed for solo travellers, to the spacious 31 m² Deluxe Triple Room with two beds for families or small groups. The two Double Rooms, at 21 and 25 m², offer an extra-large double bed and individually decorated furnishings with period furniture, while the 16 m² Single Room adds more space compared to the smaller version. All of them retain the same period character that distinguishes the whole property.
Room with individually decorated furnishings and period furniture, featuring individually controlled air conditioning, an LED TV and free WiFi. The windows overlook the surrounding rooftops and, in the distance, the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica, making it one of the two double rooms with a view available at the property.
Air-conditioned 16 m² single room, larger than the Small Single Room, with a private bathroom featuring a shower, bidet and hairdryer. An independent entrance, soundproofed walls and a city view complete a room designed for solo travellers.
Superior version of the double room, 4 m² larger than the standard Double Room. Individually decorated furnishings, period furniture, individually adjustable air conditioning and a view over the rooftops of Prati as far as the dome of St. Peter’s in the distance.
The most compact of the rooms, 12 m² with a private bathroom featuring a shower, toiletries and slippers. An independent entrance, soundproofed walls and a wardrobe make for an essential, private stay just steps from the Vatican.
The largest room in the property, at 31 m² with two beds accommodating up to three guests: the only one designed for families or small groups. Private bathroom with shower and bidet, independent entrance and a city view.
Residenza Scipioni Luxury B&B offers services designed for a practical, private stay in the heart of Prati. Private, express check-in and check-out go hand in hand with luggage storage, daily housekeeping and an ironing service, useful for business travellers or anyone wanting extra support during their stay.
General services include a lift, air conditioning and heating throughout the property, along with a security system with CCTV, key access and a safe. A shuttle service and airport shuttle are also available on request, while the entire property is non-smoking and benefits from soundproofed rooms.
Every room comes with a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer and a bathtub or shower, along with a wardrobe, a desk and a view of the city or a landmark. A babysitting service, available on request, rounds out an offering geared towards flexibility.
Residenza Scipioni Luxury B&B is located on Via degli Scipioni, in the Prati district, an elegant residential area of Rome that grew up in the late 19th century just steps from the Vatican walls. The street is lined with period buildings, shops and venues that stay open late, with the lively Via Cola di Rienzo and Piazza Risorgimento a short walk away.
The Ottaviano metro stop, on line A, is just 200 metres away, while Lepanto station is 450 metres away: from here the historic centre and Termini station can be reached in a few minutes. Roma San Pietro railway station is 1.6 km away. Travellers arriving by air will find Fiumicino about 18 km away and Ciampino 15 km away, both connected to the centre by shuttles and trains. Just steps from the door, within 50 metres, are restaurants such as Tavola Bottiglieria con Cucina and Bencó.
The district is easy to explore on foot: the Vatican Museums are 650 metres away and St. Peter’s Square is 750 metres away, while Castel Sant’Angelo can be reached in about a 10-minute walk, with views over the Ponte Sant’Angelo and the Tiber. Continuing towards the centre, Piazza Navona (900 m) follows and, with a longer walk, Piazza di Spagna and the Trevi Fountain, both about 2 km away. In every season the area offers a good balance between neighbourhood life and proximity to the major attractions, ideal for anyone who wants to visit the Vatican without giving up the quiet of Prati in the evening.
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Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.8, and the location, with a score of 9.7 that is especially appreciated by couples. Cleanliness and comfort also score very highly (9.5). Value for money, while still solid at 8.9, remains the lowest-rated category.
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No, Residenza Scipioni Luxury B&B does not allow pets during the stay.
Residenza Scipioni Luxury B&B is located about 650 metres from the Vatican Museums, reachable on foot in a few minutes.
Yes, Residenza Scipioni Luxury B&B includes Italian breakfast with the stay, served every morning.
Yes, Residenza Scipioni Luxury B&B offers free WiFi in all rooms.
The minimum age to check in at Residenza Scipioni Luxury B&B is 18, unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Yes, several rooms at Residenza Scipioni Luxury B&B offer a view over the surrounding rooftops and, in the distance, the dome of St. Peter’s Basilica.
