Junior Suite
- 1 King-size bed
Guest house · Rome · Lazio
285 Vatican Lodge
A budget-friendly 3-star stay near the Vatican, with clean rooms and a genuinely helpful team.
- Close to Vatican City
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Good value for money
7.8
Very good
846 reviews
Booking.com 7.8 · 846 reviews
About
285 Vatican Lodge
285 Vatican Lodge is a 3-star hotel on Via Cola Di Rienzo, one of Rome's main shopping streets, about a 20-minute walk from Torre di San Giovanni and within easy reach of the Vatican. The property offers free Wi-Fi throughout and public parking nearby, making it a practical base for sightseeing.
The rooms are simple but comfortable, equipped with air conditioning, heating, a mini-bar, and tea and coffee facilities. Guests can choose from standard doubles to a junior suite. The hotel also provides a restaurant, bar, and room service, plus a range of practical services like laundry, luggage storage, and a paid airport shuttle.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Location right by the Vatican — A short walk to Vatican City, Castel Sant'Angelo, and public transport links, making it easy to explore Rome's highlights.
- Clean, spacious rooms — Guests repeatedly note the rooms are clean and a good size, with comfortable beds and modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and mini-bars.
- Friendly and helpful staff — The team, including the housekeeper and hosts, are frequently praised for being kind, helpful, and offering good local recommendations.
- Good value for money — With budget-friendly rates and included breakfast at a nearby café, guests feel they get a fair deal for the location and quality.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Value rating below average — While guests often praise value, the hotel's Value score is 7.3, slightly lower than its other categories, suggesting some may find the price a touch high for the experience.
- Limited check-in window — Check-in is only between 15:00 and 19:30, which could be inconvenient for travellers arriving later in the evening.
- No on-site parking — Parking is available nearby but not on-site, and it's paid – you may need to plan ahead if you're driving.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Superior King Room
- 1 King-size bed
Deluxe Double Room
- 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed
Standard Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Courtyard view
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Essentials
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- Free toiletries
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/Lounge area
- Snack bar
- In-room breakfast
- Packed lunches
- Dinner
Services
- 24-hour security
- Concierge desk
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Grocery shopping service
- Express check-in/out
- VIP check-in/out
- Luggage storage
- Paid airport shuttle
Accessibility & Family
- Rooms for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Bathroom for disabled
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Extras
- Pets allowed
- Pet amenities
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Barber shop
- Coffee shop
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.8/10 from 846 reviews
Booking.com · 7.8 · 846 reviews
7.8Verified guest“The room was spacious and budget-friendly, with a comfortable bed, a good shower, and a hairdryer and bidet in the bathroom. The location was a real plus, just a short walk from Castel Sant'Angelo.”
7.8Verified guest“The location was superb, right next to Piazza del Risorgimento.”
7.8Verified guest“Great location, practically outside the Vatican. The housekeeper was lovely and very helpful. The suite was clean and generously sized. Breakfast was served at a nearby café with a nice croissant and a drink included - felt like real value for money.”
7.8Verified guest“Perfectly decent hotel in a nice area, very close to the train station and a bus that goes to Termini, by the Vatican and the Pantheon.”
7.8Verified guest“Everything was great, though we stayed only three nights. The place had a quiet atmosphere. The junior suite was budget-friendly and had central heating, a flat-screen TV, and a mini-fridge. The location was favourable, in a clean part of town, and the staff were very good and kind. We really enjoyed the friendly check-in and late check-out. The whole experience was fairly nice.”
7.8Verified guest“Fantastic location - only a 15-minute stroll to Vatican City! The host was friendly and offered helpful local tips.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Vatican City: St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums are within a 15-minute walk, making this hotel an ideal base for early-morning visits.
Castel Sant'Angelo: A short stroll away, the castle and its bridge offer a scenic route along the Tiber.
Piazza del Risorgimento: Just a few minutes on foot, this square is a good starting point for buses and a quick bite.
Via Cola di Rienzo: The hotel sits on this main shopping street, lined with cafes and boutiques.
Via Cola Di Rienzo 285, Rome, Lazio, 00192, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- Check-in
- From 15:00-19:30
- Check-out
- By 06:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 7 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 19:30, and check-out is from 06:00 to 10:00.
Is there parking available at the hotel?
Yes, there is public parking available nearby, but it is not free and is not located on the property.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed, and pet amenities are available on request.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is available at a nearby café, with a croissant and a drink included – as mentioned in guest reviews. It's a good start to the day.
Does the hotel offer airport transfer?
Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available.
Is there Wi-Fi in the rooms?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
The bottom line
285 Vatican Lodge is a solid, budget-conscious choice for Vatican-focused sightseeing, offering clean rooms and a genuinely friendly team. The location is its biggest asset – walkable to the Vatican and Castel Sant'Angelo – and the included café breakfast adds value. If you can work around the limited check-in window, it's a reliable pick.
7.8Based on 846 guest reviews and a 7.8 rating.
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