Bed and breakfast in Vaticano Prati, 400 meters from St. Peter's Square, with soundproofed air-conditioned rooms, buffet breakfast and airport shuttle service on request.
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Vatican Relais Rome Suite is a bed and breakfast in the Prati district of Rome, about 400 meters from St. Peter’s Square and 700 meters from the Vatican Museums. The property occupies a building on Borgo Angelico, a stone’s throw from the Vatican walls, in one of the areas most frequented by visitors to the capital.
The rooms, furnished in a classic style, are air-conditioned and soundproofed: each has a private bathroom with bidet, satellite flat-screen TV, minibar and independent entrance. The range includes standard double rooms, superior versions with balcony, a deluxe room with a whirlpool tub and a spacious two-bedroom suite designed for families or small groups. In the morning, a buffet breakfast is served with continental, Italian and gluten-free options, also available for takeaway.
The location, rated 9.7 by guests, allows guests to reach Ottaviano metro station, Castel Sant’Angelo and Piazza Navona on foot, while Fiumicino airport is connected via a paid shuttle. It is a choice particularly appreciated by couples visiting the Vatican.
Vatican Relais Rome Suite offers seven room types, all air-conditioned, soundproofed and equipped with a private bathroom with bidet, hairdryer and toiletries, as well as a satellite flat-screen TV and minibar. The simplest accommodations are the 14 sqm standard double rooms, while the superior and deluxe versions add a balcony or whirlpool tub for those seeking something extra.
For larger groups, the 33 sqm Two-Bedroom Suite is available, with two private bathrooms, a welcome wine and capacity for up to 5 people. The other rooms accommodate a maximum of 2 or 3 people, with flexible bed configurations between double, single beds or an additional sofa bed, useful for families with children or small groups visiting the Vatican.
A double/twin room designed for those traveling with an extra guest, thanks to the sofa bed paired with the double bed or the alternative configuration with three single beds. The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries; an independent entrance and soundproofed walls ensure privacy on the quiet street.
Compared to the base version, this superior room adds a balcony overlooking the quiet street, as well as an extra square meter. It retains the same bed flexibility between a double bed with sofa bed or three single beds, useful for families or small groups.
The simplest room type in the property, designed for two people, with a single large double bed and no alternative configuration. The private bathroom has a shower, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries; the entrance is independent and the view overlooks the quiet street.
The largest accommodation in the property, with 33 sqm spread across two bedrooms and two private bathrooms with shower and bidet, ideal for large families or small groups. It is the only one with a dedicated private entrance and a welcome wine or champagne for guests.
A deluxe room for two people with a dual bed configuration option, between two single beds or two large double beds. The private bathroom with shower, bidet and toiletries is paired with a private entrance and soundproofed walls, overlooking a quiet street.
The only room in the property with a whirlpool tub in the bathroom, in addition to a shower, bidet, hairdryer and slippers. At 16 sqm, it is the largest of the standard double rooms, and retains the choice between a double bed or two single beds.
A deluxe room with a terrace overlooking the quiet street, the only deluxe room to offer a private outdoor space. It has a single large double bed, private bathroom, air conditioning and satellite flat-screen TV.
Vatican Relais Rome Suite offers free WiFi, air conditioning and non-smoking rooms, with an airport shuttle service and a tour desk to organize sightseeing in the city. Check-in and check-out can be handled privately or expressly, while concierge service and luggage storage are available to guests throughout their stay.
Rooms feature a private bathroom with bidet and complimentary toiletries, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar and the option of breakfast served directly in the room. Family rooms and soundproofed rooms are also available, designed for those traveling with children or seeking extra tranquility. The property is entirely non-smoking and has an elevator, a safe and daily housekeeping service.
Vatican Relais Rome Suite occupies a building on Borgo Angelico, in the heart of the Vaticano Prati district, a quiet residential area just steps from the Leonine Walls. The street is pedestrian and secluded, but it takes only a few minutes on foot to find yourself among the flows of pilgrims and tourists heading toward Bernini’s colonnade, with neighborhood bars and trattorias like Angeli a Borgo just a few meters from the entrance.
St. Peter’s Square is just 300 meters away, the Vatican Museums 500 meters, and Ottaviano metro station about 450 meters, convenient for getting to the historic center. Lepanto station, at 850 meters, and Roma San Pietro train station, at 1.1 km, also offer quick connections. For those arriving by plane, Fiumicino airport is 17 km away and Ciampino about 14 km; the property offers a paid airport shuttle on request.
Castel Sant’Angelo and the bridge of the same name, about 650 meters away, and Piazza Navona, at 600 meters, are also within walking distance, an excellent base for an evening stroll among fountains and venues. In high season, it’s best to visit the Vatican Museums early in the morning to avoid lines, while on Wednesdays the basilica and square come alive for the papal audience. In the colder months, the district remains lively, with a more intimate atmosphere than the busier historic center.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.6, and the location, with an excellent 9.7 thanks to the proximity to the Vatican. Cleanliness (9.2) and room comfort (9.3) are also highly appreciated, while the value for money, though solid, remains the most modest score (8.8).
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No, Vatican Relais Rome Suite does not allow pets during the stay.
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Vatican Relais Rome Suite serves a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian, gluten-free and takeaway options.
Vatican Relais Rome Suite is located about 300 meters from St. Peter’s Square, reachable on foot in just a few minutes.
Yes, Vatican Relais Rome Suite offers a paid airport shuttle on request, useful for reaching Fiumicino and Ciampino airports.
Yes, at check-in at Vatican Relais Rome Suite, guests must present a photo ID and a valid credit card.
