Live prices for your dates · free cancellation on many rooms

Guest house · Rome · Lazio

Town House 57

This small guesthouse sits close to Vatican City, with Via Cola di Rienzo a 5-minute walk away and Ottaviano metro nearby.

  • Walk to Vatican City and the Ottaviano metro
  • Clean, soundproofed rooms with mini-bar, safe and air conditioning
  • Italian breakfast with croissants, coffee and homemade pastries
8.3 Great 493 reviews Booking.com 8.3 · 493 reviews

About

Town House 57

Town House 57 is a compact, guesthouse-style property on Via Fabio Massimo, a short walk from Via Cola di Rienzo. It has a handful of rooms rather than a full hotel operation, and guests describe it as a personal, friendly setup.

Reviewers consistently point to the location near Vatican City and the metro, the clean and modern interiors, and the welcoming staff. The small scale brings a few practical caveats, but it suits travellers looking for a straightforward base.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift

In brief

What works, what to weigh

+

Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • A location that saves you time — The property is around a 5-minute walk from Via Cola di Rienzo, close to Vatican City and a short walk from Ottaviano station. Guests call it ideal for reaching the old quarter and main sights.
  • A genuinely attentive team — Staff and the owner are praised for being quick to answer questions, welcoming late arrivals and letting guests leave luggage after check-out.
  • Clean, modern and quiet rooms — Rooms are described as newly renovated, airy and soundproofed, with facilities such as a mini-bar, safe, climate control and flat-screen TV.
  • Breakfast gets strong guest feedback — Croissants, good coffee, homemade pastries and variety are mentioned, with some guests having it served in the room.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • A fixed check-in window — Check-in runs from 14:30 to 21:00 and check-out from 08:00 to 11:00, so arrivals outside those times need to plan around the published hours.
  • Housekeeping stops mid-afternoon — At least one guest noted that cleaning stops after 2pm – fine for early risers, but not for anyone expecting a refreshed room after a late afternoon return.
  • A small guesthouse, not a full hotel — One guest counted only three or four rooms, described the setup as Airbnb-like and said breakfast took place at a nearby café. It's part of the charm, but worth knowing if you expect a hotel dining room or 24-hour reception.
  • Beds may feel firm — While several guests called the bed comfortable, one found the mattress tough, so firm sleep surfaces could be an issue.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

In-room comforts

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Parquet floor

Practical services

  • Safe deposit box
  • Luggage storage
  • Housekeeping
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Key access
  • Cots

General and policies

  • Wi-Fi
  • Lift
  • Fire extinguishers
  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 493 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 493 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 493 reviews
8.3Verified guest

“The accommodation was fairly clean and charming, right by the old quarter, which is both very touristic and historic. Breakfast with croissants and good coffee was a nice way to start the day.”

8.3Verified guest

“A modern, brilliant place with exceptional views. The staff were very friendly and smiling. Location was great, a 10–15 minute walk from the Christian and art museums, and close to a large supermarket, with another across the street.”

8.3Verified guest

“Close to Vatican City and just five minutes from a metro stop, which was very handy. The rooms were impeccably clean and modern, with exceptional mountain views.”

8.3Verified guest

“This place was brilliant – it had everything we needed for a Rome trip. The location was excellent, near the Colosseum and Trevi Fountain. The price was good too, leaving money for gelato and late nights. Would happily recommend it as a base in Rome.”

8.3Verified guest

“Booked a room and found the bed very comfortable.”

8.3Verified guest

“Fantastic location, a short distance from everywhere we wanted to go. The room was airy and newly renovated, with good amenities including a mini-bar, climate control and a safe.”

04 — Location

Getting around Rome

The property sits in Rome.

Vatican City: The main reason many guests choose this spot. Multiple reviews call the location excellent for reaching Vatican City, and one describes it as very close to the old quarter and main attractions.

Ottaviano Metro: The nearest metro stop is roughly a 5-minute walk away, which several guests found convenient for moving around Rome.

Old quarter and centre: Guests describe the old quarter as just next door and the city centre around a 25-minute walk away. It's an area that is both touristic and historic.

Shops and restaurants: Via Cola di Rienzo is a 5-minute walk, and guests mention restaurants, shops and a large supermarket, with another supermarket across the street.

Via Fabio Massimo 57, Rome, Lazio, Italy

Open in Google Maps

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 14:30-21:00
Check-out
By 08:00-11:00
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 at Town House 57?

Check-in runs from 14:30 to 21:00 and check-out from 08:00 to 11:00. One guest who arrived late reported that the staff stayed to welcome them.

Does Town House 57 allow pets?

No. Pets are not allowed according to the published policies.

What do guests say about breakfast?

Breakfast comes up frequently in reviews, with croissants, good coffee, homemade pastries and variety mentioned. It can be served in the room, though one guest described breakfast at a nearby café.

The bottom line

Town House 57 is not a full-service hotel, and it doesn't try to be. For a stay focused on Vatican City, the metro and the old quarter, it offers clean rooms, thoughtful service and a location that makes getting around Rome easy.

8.3Scored 8.3 across 493 reviews; the area average is 8.7.

Ready to book Town House 57?

Tap through and we’ll open our booking partner’s site, with live prices and availability for your exact dates.

No payment on this site — you complete the booking on our partner’s site.