Modern guest house in the San Giovanni district of Rome, steps from the metro and a few minutes from the Colosseum and the Domus Aurea.
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Z-ArchSuites URBE is a guest house in the San Giovanni district of Rome, 300 metres from San Giovanni metro station and about 1.7 km from the Colosseum. The property offers a common lounge, air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi throughout, with a layout designed for both short stays and families.
The rooms, all non-smoking, are furnished with a desk, coffee machine, minibar, safe and electric kettle; there is also a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bidet. Some room types offer city views and larger spaces designed for families or small groups, with options ranging from a double room to a junior suite with a shared kitchenette.
The San Giovanni area is a practical base for exploring Rome: the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore is 2.3 km away, La Sapienza University is 2.7 km away, and Porta Maggiore is less than 700 metres away. Couples in particular appreciate the location, rated 9.1, while the proximity to several public transport lines makes it easy to get to the historic centre and the airports.
The three room types at Z-ArchSuites URBE share a common set of amenities: air conditioning, private bathroom with bidet, flat-screen TV, minibar, coffee machine, electric kettle and wardrobe. All rooms are located in an entirely non-smoking building and benefit from free WiFi, a feature highly appreciated by guests according to review scores.
What sets the three options apart is mainly size and capacity: from the 18 sqm Deluxe Double Room, designed for two people, to the 34 sqm Family Junior Suite, which accommodates up to four guests and includes a shared kitchenette with dishwasher. The 24 sqm Executive Triple Room sits in between in terms of size and offers a city view like the Junior Suite. Bed configurations are flexible, with an extra sofa bed in the larger rooms to suit families or small groups.
The most compact of the three room types, designed for two people looking for a practical and functional solution. The private bathroom features a shower, bidet, hairdryer and free toiletries, while the room is equipped with air conditioning, minibar, tea and coffee set and wardrobe. Compared to the other rooms in the property, it is the coziest option, ideal for couples on a short stay.
The largest room in the property, at 34 sqm and accommodating up to four guests, designed for families or small groups. It features a living area with flat-screen TV, a kitchenette with dishwasher and a dining area, as well as a decorative fireplace and washing machine — the only ones in the entire range. The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet and hairdryer.
At 24 sqm and accommodating three people, this room is the middle choice between the Deluxe and the Junior Suite. It offers a city view, a decorative fireplace and a flexible bed configuration thanks to the extra sofa bed, useful for those travelling in three. The private bathroom is complete with shower, bidet and hairdryer.
Z-ArchSuites URBE provides guests with a common lounge with a TV area, ideal for relaxing after a day out in Rome, along with private and express check-in and check-out that simplify arrival and departure. Security is guaranteed 24 hours a day, with CCTV in common areas, a smoke alarm, a security alarm and a carbon monoxide detector.
All areas are air-conditioned and non-smoking, with parquet flooring and heating included. The property also has a safe, an iron and ironing board on request, and a shared kitchen available to guests who wish to prepare something on their own.
In-room amenities include a desk, coffee machine, minibar, electric kettle and a bedside electrical outlet, as well as private bathrooms with shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Z-ArchSuites URBE is located in the San Giovanni district, one of the liveliest residential areas of Rome, valued for its balance between authentic neighbourhood life and proximity to the historic centre. The street is lined with local bars, restaurants and cafés such as Enoteca Verso and Da Simonetta, just steps from the property’s entrance.
The location is very well served by public transport: San Giovanni metro station is 250 metres away, San Giovanni railway station is 200 metres away, and the Porta Maggiore stop is 750 metres away, making it possible to reach both Termini station and the historic centre within minutes. Ciampino Airport is about 10 km away, and Fiumicino Airport is 21 km away. On foot, Porta Maggiore can be reached in 650 metres and Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano in 800 metres.
For those visiting Rome, the main archaeological sites are within walking distance: the Domus Aurea is 1.6 km away, the Colosseum is 1.7 km away and the Imperial Forums are 2.6 km away, while the Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna are about 3 km away, easily reachable by metro as well. The area is ideal in every season, with the advantage of staying outside the busiest tourist traffic of the centre while remaining a short distance from it.
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Guests especially praise the location, rated 9.1, and room comfort, with scores above 8.6 also for cleanliness and WiFi. Value for money receives positive reviews (8.4), confirming an overall solid experience appreciated by those staying in Rome.
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No, Z-ArchSuites URBE does not allow pets during the stay.
No, Z-ArchSuites URBE does not have on-site parking for guests.
Z-ArchSuites URBE is located about 1.7 km from the Colosseum, reachable on foot or by metro in just a few minutes.
Yes, Z-ArchSuites URBE offers family rooms such as the Family Junior Suite, which accommodates up to 4 people and includes a shared kitchenette.
Yes, Z-ArchSuites URBE offers free WiFi throughout the property, rated 8.8 by guests.
Check-in at Z-ArchSuites URBE is available from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM; guests are asked to inform the property of their arrival time in advance.
