Guest house in the Aurelio district, a few steps from Valle Aurelia metro station, with balconied rooms and airport shuttle on request near the Vatican.
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NeW!The Place Vaticano 278 guest house is a guest house in the Aurelio district of Rome, 1.7 km from St. Peter’s Basilica and 1.9 km from the Vatican Museums.
The property offers rooms with a balcony, some also featuring a terrace, all with a private bathroom, shower, toiletries, flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a refrigerator. Options range from the Double Room with Balcony, the most compact and overlooking the inner courtyard, to the Triple Room with a bathroom fitted with a bidet, up to the Suite with Balcony spread over two separate areas, designed for families or small groups.
WiFi is free throughout the property, while private parking is available for an extra charge; a paid airport shuttle service is also offered. Breakfast, when requested, can be Italian or gluten-free. The location in the Aurelio area, a few steps from Valle Aurelia metro station and the train station of the same name, makes the guest house convenient both for those visiting the Vatican and for those heading to the historic centre. Pets are welcome, with a possible extra charge.
The three room types available share some basic features: private bathroom with shower and toiletries, air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a balcony, elements designed to ensure a practical stay even for short periods. A refrigerator is present in all units, as well as a kettle for tea and coffee.
The Double Room with Balcony, the smallest at 18 m², overlooks the inner courtyard and is designed for two people, with the option of a twin-bed configuration. The Triple Room with Balcony, 23 m², adds a bathroom with a bidet and hairdryer and accommodates up to three people. The Suite with Balcony, the largest at 30 m², stands out for its division into a bedroom area and separate living room with a sofa bed, ideal for those looking for more space or travelling with family.
The most compact room in the property, 18 m² with a balcony overlooking the quiet inner courtyard. Featuring a private bathroom with shower, air conditioning and a kettle for tea and coffee, it is designed for two people and can be requested with a twin-bed configuration instead of a double bed.
Larger than the double room, at 23 m² with space for up to three guests. The private bathroom is the only one among the entry-level rooms to also offer a bidet and hairdryer in addition to the shower and toiletries. A good solution for small groups or families with one child.
The largest and most articulated room type, 30 m² divided into a separate bedroom and an independent living room with a sofa bed, the only one in the property with this layout. The bathroom with shower is attached to the sleeping area, while the living room can accommodate up to four people.
NeW!The Place Vaticano 278 guest house offers free WiFi throughout the property and private parking available for a fee, as well as an airport shuttle on request, also for a fee. General services include a lift, heating, luggage storage, ATM, key access, an on-site mini-market and the possibility of requesting dry cleaning or a hairdresser appointment.
The rooms, some with a terrace in addition to a balcony, are air-conditioned and some are soundproofed; options designed for families are also available. Each room has a private bathroom with shower and complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, refrigerator and kettle for tea and coffee.
The property is entirely non-smoking and offers allergy-free rooms. Pets are welcome, with a possible extra charge payable by the guest.
NeW!The Place Vaticano 278 guest house is located in the Aurelio district, a residential area north-west of Rome’s centre, between the Vatican and the city’s large urban parks. The setting is quiet yet well connected, with neighbourhood restaurants and bars just a few steps away, including Boris Salotto & Cucina practically underneath the property and Pizza Shop 341 about 50 metres away.
Baldo degli Ubaldi metro station (line A) is about 650 metres away, while Valle Aurelia station, with train connections and the metro station of the same name, is 700-750 metres away. St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican Museums can be reached in about 1.6 km, also easily walkable in about 20 minutes, while Castel Sant’Angelo is 2.3 km away. Fiumicino Airport, for which the property offers a paid shuttle, is about 25 km away, while Ciampino is closer, at around 15 km.
Guests staying here can alternate visits to the Vatican’s landmark sights with walks in green spaces: Villa Carpegna is 900 metres away and Monte Ciocci Park is less than a kilometre away, while Villa Doria Pamphilj, one of Rome’s largest historic parks, is about 1.8 km away and ideal for a walk or a run in any season. In warmer months it’s worth using the morning hours to visit the Vatican Museums, generally busier in the afternoon, while in winter the neighbourhood is suited to shorter walks to local bars and restaurants.
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Guests particularly appreciate the staff’s welcome and the comfort of the rooms, both rated above 9. Cleanliness and value for money also receive good scores, while the location, although solid, gets the most modest score among the reviewed categories.
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Yes, NeW!The Place Vaticano 278 guest house accepts pets, although an extra charge may apply.
No, NeW!The Place Vaticano 278 guest house offers private parking but for a fee, not included in the stay.
NeW!The Place Vaticano 278 guest house is located about 1.6-1.7 km from both St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican Museums, also reachable on foot.
Yes, NeW!The Place Vaticano 278 guest house offers an airport shuttle service, available for a fee upon request.
Yes, all rooms at NeW!The Place Vaticano 278 guest house have a balcony, and some, like the Double Room, also offer a terrace.
Yes, NeW!The Place Vaticano 278 guest house offers family rooms, including the Suite with a separate living room and sofa bed, suitable for groups of up to 4 people.
