A 3-star hotel in a 19th-century villa near the Basilica of St. John Lateran, with a terraced garden, air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi throughout the property.
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The Cross Hotel is a 3-star hotel housed in a 19th-century villa in Rome, a short walk from the Basilica of St. John Lateran and the Manzoni metro station. The property retains the charm of the historic building and combines it with a terraced garden, one of its strong points for those seeking a quiet corner not far from the city centre.
The rooms, furnished in a classic style with carpeted floors, are all air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar and private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set. Room types range from the compact single to triple and quadruple options, up to the room with a garden-view terrace, making them suitable for solo travellers as well as families or small groups.
A continental buffet breakfast is served in the morning, while restaurants, bars and cafés can be found within a few minutes’ walk for the rest of the day. The area around Stazione Termini and Porta Maggiore also offers quick connections to the capital’s main landmarks, making the property a practical base for exploring Rome without giving up a residential, peaceful setting.
The Cross Hotel offers seven room types set within the historic villa, all with a private bathroom, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar and soundproofed walls: features found consistently across the range, from the Standard Single Room to options designed for families or small groups. An independent entrance and a view of the inner garden are another recurring feature, helping to keep each room private from the common areas.
The range spans from the 9 square metres of the Standard Single Room, designed for solo travellers, to the 25 square metres of the Deluxe Triple Room with Terrace, the only one with a private outdoor space overlooking the garden. In between are double, triple and quadruple options combining single and large double beds, plus a compact Small Double Room designed for essential stays. This range allows guests to match their accommodation to the number of guests and budget without giving up a stay within the same period villa.
At 12 square metres, this is the most compact of the double rooms and stands out for the choice between a double bed or twin beds, ideal for those who prefer flexibility. It has a private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set, an independent entrance and a view of the villa’s garden.
Designed to accommodate up to three people in 14 square metres, this Deluxe room combines a large double bed with an air-conditioned setting, an independent entrance and a garden view. The private bathroom comes with shower, bidet and hairdryer.
This is the property’s smallest room, designed for a single guest: 9 square metres with a single bed, private bathroom with shower and courtesy set, air conditioning and an independent entrance with a view of the inner garden.
At 18 square metres with a combination of a single bed and a large double bed, this Premium room is designed for groups or families needing more space than the standard triples. A private bathroom with shower, minibar and garden view complete the room.
This is the property’s largest room, at 25 square metres, and the only one with a private terrace overlooking the garden. The private bathroom with shower and independent entrance are complemented by an outdoor space that makes it the ideal choice for those who want to enjoy some time outside.
Compared to the Premium Quadruple, it offers the same bed combination in a smaller 14-square-metre space, in the Superior category. A private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set, soundproofing and a garden view complete the room.
This is the hotel’s most basic accommodation, with a large double bed in a compact space designed for those looking for just a place to sleep in the city centre, without the finishes of the villa’s other room types.
The Cross Hotel occupies a historic villa with a garden, a solarium terrace and a furnished outdoor area, spaces that allow guests to enjoy some time outdoors just a short walk from Stazione Termini. The reception is open 24 hours a day and offers a concierge service, private or express check-in and check-out, luggage storage and a safe, while the common areas are monitored by CCTV cameras.
Practical services include a shuttle service with airport shuttle, a lift, family and soundproofed rooms, and a vending machine for drinks. The property is entirely non-smoking, with heating and air conditioning throughout all areas.
For meals, an on-site café, a bar and a snack bar are available, with special diet menus on request. Free WiFi is guaranteed throughout the property, a detail that couples travelling together have appreciated alongside the area’s location.
The Cross Hotel is located in the district surrounding Stazione Termini, a short walk from the Basilica of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme and the Basilica of St. John Lateran, reachable in about 8 minutes on foot. The area retains a residential character, with the 19th-century villa housing the hotel surrounded by a terraced garden and facing a quiet street despite its proximity to the city’s most important rail hub.
Getting around is made easy by Manzoni metro station, about 400 metres away, and San Giovanni metro station, 600 metres away, both on line A with direct connections to Piazza di Spagna and the Vatican. The railway stations of Porta Maggiore (300 m) and Santa Bibiana (450 m) are also nearby. Those arriving by air can rely on Ciampino Airport, about 11 km away, or Fiumicino, 21 km away.
On foot, within a few minutes, guests can reach archaeological sites such as Porta Maggiore (200 m) and the Temple of Minerva Medica (300 m), while the Colosseum and the Roman Forums are 1.5 km and 2.3 km away respectively, also reachable with a longer walk or a short metro ride. Those with more time can venture as far as Piazza di Spagna and the Trevi Fountain, both about 3 km away, or spend a day at Villa Borghese park, a little further still.
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Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.1, and cleanliness, at 8.9, a sign of attentive hospitality despite the compact size of the rooms. The value for money, while solid at 8.3, remains the lowest score, while the location especially wins over couples travelling together.
No, The Cross Hotel does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, The Cross Hotel offers free WiFi connection in all areas of the property, including the rooms.
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Yes, Manzoni metro station is about 400 metres from The Cross Hotel, with direct connections to Piazza di Spagna and Vatican City.
The Cross Hotel offers a continental buffet breakfast with cakes, pastries and cereals.
The Colosseum is about 1.5 km from The Cross Hotel, reachable on foot or with a short metro ride.
Yes, all rooms at The Cross Hotel are air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV and minibar.
