Family-run B&B in the Aurelio district, steps from the Vatican, with buffet breakfast, free WiFi and free street parking.
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Rose Antiche Vatican B&B is a bed & breakfast in the Aurelio district of Rome, about a 20-minute walk from St. Peter’s Square and Villa Doria Pamphilj, with free WiFi included in the stay.
The rooms, all with private bathroom and air conditioning, are designed for those seeking a private space in a quiet residential area: they feature a minibar, coffee machine, flat-screen TV with streaming services and a washing machine. Some offer garden views, others a view of the inner courtyard or the quiet street of the neighborhood.
Every morning a buffet breakfast is served with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, along with the possibility of takeaway breakfast. The property is 900 meters from the Valle Aurelia metro and train station and about 850 meters from Roma San Pietro station, convenient for reaching the historic center. Couples particularly appreciate the location, while those seeking rest find the beds a strong point repeatedly noted by guests.
The three room types at Rose Antiche Vatican B&B share the same layout and amenities: private bathroom with toiletries, air conditioning, minibar, coffee machine and flat-screen TV with streaming services, plus an in-room washing machine, a detail not to be taken for granted in a city B&B. The sizes are similar, ranging from 17 to 19 m², but the view and bed arrangement change from one room to another.
The Triple Room with Private Bathroom is the largest (19 m²) and overlooks the garden, suitable for small groups or families thanks to its capacity for three people. The two Double/Twin Rooms, almost identical in size, are distinguished by their view: one looks onto the quiet street of the neighborhood, the other onto the inner courtyard. All configurations allow you to choose between a single double bed or a combination with an added single bed.
The largest room in the B&B, at 19 m² with a view over the inner garden. Designed to accommodate up to three people, it combines an extra-large double bed with a private bathroom featuring a shower, bidet and hairdryer. Equipped with air conditioning, minibar, coffee machine and flat-screen TV with streaming services, it’s the ideal choice for those traveling in a small group or wanting more space.
Double room with a view of the quiet street in the Aurelio district, designed for two guests with the option of a twin bed configuration. The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet and hairdryer, while the room features a washing machine, minibar and coffee machine. Compared to the triple, it’s more compact and private, ideal for a couple seeking quiet.
This double room stands out from the others for its view of the inner courtyard, more secluded and quiet, and for its large-size double bed rather than extra-large. With a capacity for up to three people, it remains the smallest of the three in terms of size. Private bathroom with shower and bidet, air conditioning, minibar and washing machine complete the amenities.
Rose Antiche Vatican B&B offers free WiFi throughout the property and street parking, convenient for those arriving by car in the Aurelio district. General services include luggage storage, daily housekeeping, laundry service, iron and ironing board, key access and 24-hour security, plus a shuttle service and airport shuttle on request.
Each room has a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, bathtub or shower and bidet, as well as a wardrobe, dining area and an electrical outlet near the bed. There’s also a practical kitchenette, with a refrigerator, electric kettle, coffee machine and microwave available to guests.
Breakfast can also be requested in the room, while fruit and a minibar are available on the property. Concierge service and private check-in complete an offering designed for those seeking independence and comfort in a family-run setting.
The B&B is located in the Aurelio district, a residential area northwest of the historic center, appreciated for its quiet and proximity to the Vatican. The neighborhood streets host small local bars and restaurants such as Corner 237 and Little Italy 215, both about 100 meters away, ideal for an informal dinner without straying far from the accommodation.
The location is well connected: Valle Aurelia metro and train station is about 900 meters away, while Roma San Pietro station is 850 meters away, convenient for those arriving or departing by train. St. Peter’s Square is 1.4 km away and the Vatican Museums 1.6 km, both reachable on foot in about 20 minutes; Castel Sant’Angelo is 2.1 km away. Fiumicino and Ciampino airports are both about 15 km away.
Guests staying here can spend mornings visiting the Vatican and its museums, then relax in the afternoon at Villa Doria Pamphilj, 1.4 km away, one of Rome’s largest parks, suitable for walking or running in any season. Nearby is also Monte Ciocci Park, scenic and uncrowded, while in the evening the historic center with Piazza Navona (1.7 km) and Campo de’ Fiori (2.3 km) offers nightlife and venues reachable with a short metro or bus ride.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff’s hospitality (9.9) and cleanliness (9.7), with excellent scores also for comfort and free WiFi (10). The location, while excellent (9.2), is the most modest score compared to the others, though still at a very high level.
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Yes, Rose Antiche Vatican B&B is about a 20-minute walk (1.4 km) from St. Peter’s Square and 1.6 km from the Vatican Museums.
Yes, Rose Antiche Vatican B&B has free street parking in the vicinity of the property.
Yes, Rose Antiche Vatican B&B includes a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, plus the possibility of takeaway breakfast.
No, Rose Antiche Vatican B&B does not allow pets during the stay.
Rose Antiche Vatican B&B is about 900 meters from the Valle Aurelia metro and train station and 850 meters from Roma San Pietro station, both connected to central Rome.
Yes, all rooms at Rose Antiche Vatican B&B have a private bathroom with shower, bidet and complimentary toiletries.
