Via Dei Laterizi 20, Rome, Italy | (618) 248-8274
Quiet setting for those looking to escape the hustle of Rome
Spacious, modern apartments with air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs
All apartments have a full kitchen
Balconies in every unit and daily housekeeping
Set within a charming building dating back to the 1900s
24-hour laundry room and ironing facilities
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
Free on-site parking
Not actually near the Vatican (it's a 15-minute drive)
A half hour from the center of Rome by metro
Little to see and do in the local area
Nearest metro takes 15 minutes to reach on foot
There are 18 apartments at this sharp three-pearl apartment-style hotel in a quiet area outside of central Rome. Despite the hotel's name, it's not within walking distance of the Vatican and there's not much to do in the immediate area. The closest metro station, Valle Aurelia, is a 15-minute walk from the property. Facilities differ from a standard hotel, but free parking, Wi-Fi, and daily housekeeping are provided. The apartments
are modern, with a monochrome color scheme and colorful artwork on the
walls. They have furnished balconies, air-conditioning, and well-equipped kitchens. It's
worth checking out the Aurelia Residence San Pietro as a comparison, which
offers one and two-bedroom apartments just a 10-minute walk from Vatican City.
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Scene
Historic apartment-style hotel with contemporary interiors
This charming apartment complex opened in 2009 after a complete
restoration of the building, which dates back to the 1900s. The exterior is an
example of classic Roman style -- the beautiful cream-colored building has
curved wrought iron balconies and characterful wooden shutters on the windows. Window
boxes filled with bright flowers adorn the balconies. The three-story property
is built around a central courtyard, in the center of which is an ornate and picturesque
fountain with a few resident turtles. Once inside, the property looks completely different. The lobby -- which is really more of a reception room with a small waiting area -- has contemporary decor, with black leather swivel seats, a glass
reception desk with blue under-lighting, and vases of elegant fresh flowers.
Large canvas prints of Italian scenery hang on the walls. The property attracts business guests on long stays, couples with their own transportation and an independent streak, and families
wanting the space and convenience of an apartment. It's a child-friendly
property, as high chairs, cribs, and extra beds can be provided on request. Many
wedding parties stay here as well.
Location
Quiet residential area around a half hour from Rome’s center
Despite conjuring images of Vatican City views, this hotel isn't close to the Vatican at all -- in fact, it's at least a 15-minute drive away depending on traffic. There's not much of interest in the immediate area, and no shops or restaurants right outside, making this akin to actually living in an apartment in an utterly normal, residential part of town. It is quiet, and will work for those with their own transportation, who are looking to escape from the hustle of Rome, or who don't mind using public transportation to get around. The closest metro station, Valle Aurelia, takes 15 minutes to reach on foot. Alternatively, there's a bus stop just one minute from the hotel's front door. The center of Rome and attractions like the
Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum, and the Pantheon are around 30 minutes away by Metro.
Expect a 15-minute trip by metro to Vatican City, though this will require decent walks both before and after the journey. Leonardo da Vinci
International Airport is a half-hour away by car.
Rooms
Sharp, trendy apartments with full kitchens and courtyard views
The 18 apartments here are stylish, modern, and spacious.
They are available in studio, one-bedroom, and
two-bedroom configurations, with the largest able to sleep five or six people. The apartments are decorated in a simple and on-trend style. Guests can expect to see charcoal-colored sofas, coffee tables, and
beds, offset against white walls and floors. Some apartments have wood-beam ceilings, and large canvasses of Italian landscapes add a splash of color to
the walls. Each one has a balcony overlooking the central courtyard, which might be a particularly nice vista over morning coffee or an evening meal. Standard amenities include air-conditioning,
flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, free Wi-Fi, work desks, and seating areas. The
modern kitchens have a fridge, stove, oven, and cooking utensils. Bathrooms are
fairly basic, with white tiling and a shower cubicle that's on the small
side. Toiletries and towels are provided, but there's not much counter space around bathroom sinks in most apartments. Unlike many apartment-style hotels, daily housekeeping is provided here free of charge.
Features
Free parking and free parking
The Aurelia Vatican Apartments don’t have the same facilities guests would expect at a traditional hotel. There’s no bar, restaurant, or fitness
center, and no real communal areas to speak of, as guests tend to stay within
their own apartments. The property does have a 24-hour laundry room with a coin-operated washing machine and dryer -- ironing facilities are available as well. The hotel also provides free
on-site parking and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
