A 4-star hotel in a 19th-century building steps from Termini, with air-conditioned rooms, a rich breakfast and quick access to the Castro Pretorio metro station.
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The Guardian is a 4-star hotel set in a 19th-century building in the Castro Pretorio district of Rome, 350 metres from the Castro Pretorio metro station and a 10-minute walk from Roma Termini station.
The property offers seven room types, from the compact 14 sqm Basic Double Room to the 60 sqm Suite, including family-friendly options such as the Junior Suite, which can accommodate up to five people. All rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed and feature a private bathroom with shower, tea and coffee facilities, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and free WiFi; some also add a minibar, desk or sofa bed for those travelling in groups.
In the morning, a sweet and savoury breakfast is served with continental, Italian, vegetarian and American options. General services include a 24-hour reception, concierge service, luggage storage, laundry and babysitting on request. The location, 700 metres from the Baths of Diocletian and within easy reach of Villa Borghese and Piazza della Repubblica, makes the hotel a practical base for those arriving by train or moving around by public transport towards the historic centre.
The Guardian’s seven room types all share air conditioning, soundproofing, a private bathroom with shower and tea and coffee making facilities, but vary considerably in size and capacity: from the 14 sqm Basic Double Room, designed for essential stays, to the 60 sqm Suite with minibar and parquet or carpet flooring. Between these two extremes sit the Classic Room and the Superior Room, both offered with a double bed or two single beds, the latter with a few extra square metres and an electric kettle included.
For those travelling as a family or in a group, the Family Room, the Deluxe Triple Room and the Junior Suite offer configurations with a sofa bed and combinable single beds, accommodating up to a maximum of five guests in the 30 sqm Junior Suite. All accommodations feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and free WiFi connection.
This is the most compact accommodation among the classic double rooms, 16 sqm with the option to choose between a double bed or two single beds, to be specified when booking. Air-conditioned and soundproofed, it features tea and coffee making facilities, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with shower.
At 60 sqm, this is the largest room in the property, four times bigger than the Basic Double Room. Elegant and air-conditioned, it has carpet or parquet flooring, a minibar and free WiFi connection, ideal for those seeking extra space during their stay.
Designed for families of up to four people, it combines a double bed with a sofa bed, or two single beds plus a sofa bed. Featuring a minibar, desk, heating and telephone, the private bathroom includes toiletries and a hairdryer, with a wake-up service available.
This is the smallest room type in the hotel, 14 sqm with a French double bed, suitable for those seeking an essential solution in the city centre. Air-conditioned, with tea and coffee making facilities, satellite flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower.
Compared to the Classic Room, it offers a few extra square metres, 20 sqm versus 16, while keeping the choice between a double bed or two singles. Soundproofed and air-conditioned, it is equipped with an electric kettle for tea and coffee in the room.
At 23 sqm, it accommodates up to three people thanks to the combination of a double bed and a single bed, or two singles with a sofa bed. Air-conditioned, with a flat-screen TV and electric kettle included.
This is the largest accommodation in the hotel, 30 sqm designed for groups or large families, accommodating up to five guests. Air conditioning, satellite TV and an electric kettle complete a family room that is practical for stays with children.
The Guardian offers a 24-hour reception service, with concierge, luggage storage, laundry, dry cleaning and babysitting on request, as well as a tour desk to organise sightseeing in the city. Security is ensured by magnetic key access, a smoke alarm and continuous surveillance, while the lift makes it easy to move between floors of the historic building.
All rooms are air-conditioned and soundproofed, with marble, tiled or carpeted flooring depending on the room type; allergy-free and non-smoking rooms are also available. Bathrooms include a hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, bidet and courtesy set, while rooms feature a minibar and a kettle for tea or coffee.
For those who work or stay connected, the property provides free WiFi throughout, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a telephone in the room. Pets are allowed, with a possible surcharge to be confirmed at the time of booking.
The Guardian occupies a 19th-century building in the Castro Pretorio district, a residential area north-east of Roma Termini station characterised by period buildings, small bars and neighbourhood restaurants such as Asmara and Al Grappolo d’Oro, both just a few metres from the entrance. The proximity to Porta Pia, 200 metres away, and to Villa Borghese, reachable with a walk of about 900 metres, makes the area pleasant even for those seeking a less touristy context than the historic centre.
Connections are one of the strong points of the location: the Castro Pretorio metro station (line B) is 350 metres away, while Roma Termini station, with regional trains, Intercity services and connections to Fiumicino airport, is about 700 metres away, a ten-minute walk. Ciampino airport is about 13 km away, and Fiumicino airport about 20 km away. The Baths of Diocletian and Piazza della Repubblica are 700 metres away, while Piazza Fiume, with its shops, is 450 metres away.
From here, it’s easy to plan trips to the major monuments: the Trevi Fountain is 1.6 km away, the Spanish Steps the same distance, and the Colosseum about 2 km away, all reachable on foot or with a short metro ride. In summer, Villa Borghese offers shade and bicycle rental, while in winter the area’s museums and historic churches, such as Santa Maria Immacolata del Rosario 100 metres away, remain a valid alternative for colder days.
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Guests particularly praise the cleanliness (8.8) and the helpfulness of the staff (8.9), with good ratings also for room comfort. The location, especially appreciated by couples, scores 8.3, while the value for money remains the lowest score, at 7.9.
The Guardian is located about 700 metres from Roma Termini station, reachable in about a 10-minute walk, and just 350 metres from the Castro Pretorio metro station.
Yes, The Guardian accepts pets, although a surcharge may apply and should be confirmed directly with the property at the time of booking.
No, The Guardian does not offer free parking on-site; those travelling by car will need to consider alternative solutions nearby.
The minimum age required for check-in at The Guardian is 18, and guests must present a valid photo ID and a credit card.
Yes, The Guardian serves a sweet and savoury breakfast with continental, Italian, vegetarian and American options, including hot and cold items.
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The Guardian offers seven room types, from the 14 sqm Basic Double Room to the 60 sqm Suite, as well as family-friendly options such as the Junior Suite, suitable for up to five people.
