Shared Bathroom Double Room
- 1 Double bed
Guest house · Rome · Lazio
Vacanze Romane
Impeccably clean, retro-styled rooms in a Rome guest house 15 minutes' walk from the Colosseum, with a tube station nearby.
- Daily housekeeping keeps the rooms immaculate
- Retro Italian decor that guests say beats the photos
- A 15-minute walk from the Colosseum and close to a tube station
8.8
Great
256 reviews
Booking.com 8.8 · 256 reviews
About
Vacanze Romane
Vacanze Romane is a guest house in central Rome, close to a tube station and within walking distance of the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and the Roman Forum. The rooms carry a retro-Italian style that guests say looks better in person than in photos, and housekeeping is a constant highlight.
The practicalities are specific: check-in runs from 12:30 to 20:30, checkout is at 09:00, the property is adults-only and pets are not allowed. The listing shows a Shared Bathroom Double Room with one double bed, and public parking is available nearby.
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Rooms are spotless and full of character — Guests repeatedly mention immaculate rooms, daily housekeeping and a retro-Italian decor that often looks better in person than in the photos. Comfort is the highest-rated category at 10.
- Warm, personal hosting — The couple running the guest house is described as welcoming and attentive, with one guest saying they felt like family. They gave tailored recommendations and kept the atmosphere cosy.
- Location made for sightseeing — The guest house is a 15-minute walk from the Colosseum, around 25 minutes from the Trevi Fountain and the Roman Forum, and close to a tube station.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- The listed double has a shared bathroom — The only room type shown is a Shared Bathroom Double Room with one double bed, so guests looking for an en-suite will need to look elsewhere. Facilities is the lowest-rated category at 8.7.
- Fixed check-in window and 09:00 checkout — Check-in only runs from 12:30 to 20:30, and checkout is at 09:00. Late arrivals and slow mornings are both hard to pull off.
- One guest found the bathroom layout awkward — A single lower-rated review noted the bathroom is spacious but its layout takes some getting used to—the only real criticism in an otherwise positive set of reviews.
- Adults-only and pet-free — Children are not accommodated and pets aren't allowed, so it's not a fit for family trips or travel with an animal.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
In-room
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- Parquet floor
Services
- Housekeeping
- Express check-in/ -out
- Safe deposit box
- Fax/Photocopying
Parking & policies
- Parking
- Adults only
- No pets allowed
- No smoking on site
Safety & building
- Security
- Lift
- Fire extinguishers
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 256 reviews
Booking.com · 8.8 · 256 reviews
8.8Verified guest“A wonderful stay from start to finish. The room was spotless, smelled lovely and had a distinctive retro-Italian look that was even nicer than the photos. The location worked well, with the Colosseum a 15-minute walk away, and the room was cleaned every time we headed out.”
8.8Verified guest“I loved the retro-Italian decor and the cosy, cute atmosphere—it felt like being wrapped in a warm hug.”
8.8Verified guest“There are great places to eat nearby—I had some excellent Italian food at Trattoria Monti and a quick bite at Kin's Crunchy Chicken. The lovely older couple hosting us felt like family, and the room was always very clean.”
8.8Verified guest“The location was ideal, with easy access to public transport and plenty of sights within walking distance. The hosts were welcoming, gave personal recommendations and kept a lovely atmosphere. The room was pristine, comfortable and cleaned daily.”
8.8Verified guest“The retro-Italian decor was lovely—much better than the photos suggested.”
8.8Verified guest“Perfectly placed for sightseeing, with major attractions a short walk away. The room was always clean and had a distinctive retro feel, and the hosts were lovely.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Colosseum: Guests say it's about a 15-minute walk from the guest house.
Trevi Fountain: The aqueduct-fed, rococo fountain is nearly a 25-minute walk away, according to the listing.
Roman Forum: Described as a historical landmark, it's around 25 minutes on foot.
Nearby dining: One guest singled out Trattoria Monti for Italian dishes and Kin's Crunchy Chicken for a quick bite.
Getting around: The guest house is centrally located near a tube station, though the station isn't named in the listing.
Via Cairoli 31 Int 8, Rome, Lazio, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 12:30-20:30
- Check-out
- By 09:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out at Vacanze Romane?
Check-in is from 12:30 to 20:30, and checkout is at 09:00. The arrival window is fairly narrow, so plan your travel around it.
Is there parking near Vacanze Romane?
Public parking is available nearby and parking is listed among the property's amenities, but the listing doesn't give further details.
Does Vacanze Romane have private bathrooms?
The listed room type is a Shared Bathroom Double Room with one double bed, so the bathroom is shared rather than en-suite.
Are children or pets allowed?
No. The property is adults-only and pets are not allowed.
The bottom line
For travellers who care most about cleanliness, character and location, Vacanze Romane is a genuinely strong choice. The shared bathroom and fixed check-in times are the trade-offs, but prices from £63 and a guest rating of 8.8 make the package easy to weigh up.
8.8Bottom line
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