A cozy bed and breakfast in the heart of Rome, between Campo de' Fiori and Piazza Navona, with air-conditioned rooms, flat-screen TVs and free WiFi for those seeking the historic center within walking distance.
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Xenia Guest House is a bed and breakfast in the historic center of Rome, just steps from the banks of the Tiber and only 230 meters from the river, in one of the city’s busiest areas between Piazza Navona and Campo de’ Fiori.
The rooms, all air-conditioned, feature flat-screen TVs, a safe and a private bathroom with hairdryer; some offer views of the inner courtyard, others of the city’s rooftops, and the largest reaches 25 square meters. The property is designed mainly for couples or small groups who want to explore the capital’s main landmarks on foot.
From Xenia Guest House, Campo dei Fiori is about a 6-minute walk away and the Roman Forum 10 minutes, while Piazza Navona is just as close. The neighborhood, lively with bars, restaurants and historic shops, remains one of the most authentic areas of Rome for those looking to experience the city center without giving up the quiet of the side streets away from the main traffic.
The rooms at Xenia Guest House share an essential, well-kept layout: air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with hairdryer are included in every room type, along with free WiFi. Sizes range from 20 to 25 square meters, a notable feature for a property in the heart of Rome, where spaces are often more limited.
The Double Room with Twin Beds stands out for its flexible bed setup, which can also be arranged as a double, and it’s the only room accommodating up to three guests thanks to the possibility of an extra bed for a child. The Large Double Room, on the other hand, offers the most open view over the city’s rooftops and includes a minibar, while the Double Room, more compact, overlooks the inner courtyard and is the coziest solution for a stay for two.
With a view of the inner courtyard and a minibar, this room stands out for its flexible bed configuration: two single beds or one single bed alongside a large double bed. It is the only room type that accommodates up to three people, including families with a child, thanks to 25 square meters of air-conditioned space with a flat-screen TV.
The widest city view among the rooms at Xenia Guest House, with 25 square meters dedicated to two people and a large double bed. The in-room minibar and the view over Rome’s rooftops make it the ideal choice for those who want to breathe in the atmosphere of the historic center even from the window.
The coziest room type in the property, with 20 square meters and a view of the inner courtyard, designed for those seeking a more intimate room without giving up a large double bed, flat-screen TV and a full private bathroom.
Xenia Guest House offers a range of services designed to make a stay in central Rome simple and comfortable. Express check-in and check-out, concierge service and luggage storage make arrivals and departures easier, while a shuttle service is available on request for those arriving from the airports or the train station. The common room with TV area provides an additional shared relaxation space.
On the safety side, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms and CCTV cameras are present in common areas, along with key access and an in-room safe. The property is entirely non-smoking and equipped with heating and an elevator.
Each room has a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, as well as a wardrobe, desk and bed linen. For entertainment, guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs, cable channels and streaming services such as Netflix, with internet access throughout the property.
Xenia Guest House is located on Via Arenula, just steps from Piazza Navona and the Campo de’ Fiori district, in one of Rome’s liveliest and most central areas. The street, halfway between the Jewish Ghetto and Trastevere, is dotted with cafés and small restaurants: Tiepolo Bistrot Bottiglieria and Yotvata are just a few meters from the door, while the historic Insula Romana is about 100 meters away.
The location allows guests to reach the city’s main landmarks on foot: Campo de’ Fiori is about 400 meters away, Largo di Torre Argentina 300 meters, and Piazza Navona just a few hundred meters. The Colosseum and the Imperial Forums are about 1.5 km away, the Trevi Fountain 1.1 km, and Castel Sant’Angelo 1.3 km, all comfortably walkable in twenty minutes or less. For those arriving by air, Fiumicino Airport is 18 km away and Ciampino Airport 13 km, while Colosseo metro station is about 1.4 km away.
The area is well-suited to a walking holiday, between the morning markets of Campo de’ Fiori and evening strolls toward Trastevere across the Tiber. In summer, terraces and open-air venues keep the neighborhood’s streets lively late into the night, while in winter the museums and historic churches, such as those around Piazza Venezia, offer an alternative to the cold. The proximity to Piazza di Spagna, 1.6 km away, and the Spanish Steps completes an area rich in points of interest reachable without needing public transport.
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Reviews particularly praise the location (9.9) and the host’s hospitality (9.8), followed by room comfort (9.7) and cleanliness (9.6). The value for money also remains very high (9.3), confirming an overall enthusiastic verdict from guests.
Xenia Guest House is located at Via Arenula 41, in the Piazza Navona district, about 230 meters from the Tiber and a few minutes’ walk from Campo de’ Fiori and the Roman Forum.
No, Xenia Guest House does not allow pets during the stay.
No, the property does not have its own parking, but it is located in a central area well served on foot and with metro connections nearby.
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Yes, all rooms at Xenia Guest House are air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV and private bathroom.
The Colosseum is about 1.5 km from Xenia Guest House, comfortably reachable on foot in about twenty minutes.
Yes, Xenia Guest House offers an Italian-style breakfast to its guests.
