Bed and breakfast in the Prati district, a short walk from Castel Sant'Angelo and the Vatican Museums, with Italian breakfast and soundproofed air-conditioned rooms.
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The Shell Rome Suite is a bed and breakfast in the Prati district of Rome, about 600 metres from Castel Sant’Angelo and 800 metres from Lepanto metro station. The property sits in a residential setting close to the Tiber, in one of the capital’s most elegant areas, particularly appreciated by couples for its convenient location.
The rooms, air-conditioned and soundproofed, feature a private bathroom with bathtub, shower, hairdryer and toiletries, as well as a flat-screen TV and private entrance. The two room types available, Economy and Superior, differ mainly in size and the width of the double bed, while retaining the same level of essential amenities.
A buffet breakfast with continental and Italian options is served every morning. WiFi is free throughout the property. Thanks to its proximity to St. Peter’s Square, the Vatican Museums and Piazza Navona, The Shell Rome Suite is a practical base for those who want to explore the main monuments of Rome’s historic centre on foot, while also being able to move around comfortably by metro.
The Shell Rome Suite offers two types of double room, both designed for two people and equipped with the same basic features: air conditioning, soundproofing, private entrance, private bathroom with bathtub and shower, toiletries and a flat-screen TV. The main difference between the two lies in the size and the dimensions of the bed, offering a more compact option and a more spacious one for those who want a few extra square metres during their stay.
The Economy Double Room measures 12 sqm and is furnished with a French double bed, ideal for a short stay in the heart of Rome. The Superior Double Room, larger at 17 sqm, is instead equipped with a large double bed, designed for those seeking greater comfort without giving up proximity to the Vatican and the historic centre.
The most compact of the two room types available, with 12 sqm of space and a French double bed. It features a private bathroom with bathtub, shower and toiletries, air conditioning, soundproofing and a private entrance, an essential option for those staying in Rome without giving up comfort.
Larger than the Economy, with 17 sqm and a large double bed that provides more room to rest. Like the base room type, it offers a private bathroom with bathtub and shower, air conditioning and soundproofing, but the larger size makes it suitable for those seeking a more comfortable stay.
The Shell Rome Suite provides guests with a fully air-conditioned and soundproofed environment, with daily housekeeping, private check-in and check-out, and key access. Security is ensured 24 hours a day thanks to CCTV in common areas, fire extinguishers and an in-room safe, while the parquet floors contribute to a well-kept atmosphere in the interior spaces.
Each room has a private bathroom with bathtub, shower, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries and bed linen, as well as a wardrobe, desk and clothes rack. WiFi is free throughout the property and every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV and internet connection.
The property is entirely non-smoking and offers a private entrance to the rooms, a detail appreciated by those seeking greater independence during their stay in the Prati district.
The Shell Rome Suite is located in the Prati district, one of Rome’s most elegant residential areas, close to the Tiber and a short distance from Castel Sant’Angelo, just 350 metres from the property. The area is characterised by wide 19th-century avenues, shops and small cafés such as Coffee Bread and Siciliaroma, both around 300 metres away, as well as historic restaurants such as Opera Viva Roma just 50 metres away.
The location is convenient for getting around: Lepanto metro station is 600 metres away and Ottaviano metro station 800 metres away, both on line A, which quickly connects to the historic centre and Termini Station. St. Peter’s Square can be reached on foot in about 850 metres, while the Vatican Museums are 1.1 km away. Both of Rome’s airports are accessible: Ciampino at 14 km and Fiumicino at 18 km.
Those staying here can spend their days visiting the Vatican and its museums, then cross the Tiber towards Piazza Navona, less than a kilometre away, or venture as far as Campo de’ Fiori and the Trevi Fountain, both reachable in a 20-25 minute walk. The area is also well suited to evening strolls along the river, particularly pleasant in the spring and summer months, when the neighbourhood’s terraces and cafés stay open late.
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Guests particularly praise the location, rated 9.2 and especially appreciated by couples, and the staff, with a score of 8.7. Cleanliness and comfort remain at good levels, while general services receive somewhat lower ratings compared to the rest of the experience.
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No, The Shell Rome Suite does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, The Shell Rome Suite offers free WiFi throughout the property.
The Shell Rome Suite is about 350 metres from Castel Sant’Angelo, easily reachable on foot.
No, The Shell Rome Suite does not have dedicated parking for guests.
The Shell Rome Suite serves a buffet breakfast with continental and Italian options.
Check-in at The Shell Rome Suite is possible from 14:00 to 20:00, and guests need to inform the property of their expected arrival time in advance.
