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Guest house · Rome · Lazio

Ethnos Relais Vaticano

A quiet guest house in the Aurelio district with views of St Peter's dome from the surrounding park.

  • Views of St Peter's cupola from the park
  • Airport shuttle service available
  • Soundproofed rooms with mini-bar
7.7 Very good 238 reviews Booking.com 7.7 · 238 reviews

About

Ethnos Relais Vaticano

Ethnos Relais Vaticano sits in Rome's Aurelio district, within 2 km of the Vatican Museums. The property looks out over the gardens of neoclassical Villa Abamelek, where you can spot the cupola of St Peter's Basilica. It's a 3-star guest house with 238 guest reviews and a rating of 7.7 out of 10.

Rooms are air-conditioned and soundproofed, each with a flat-screen TV, mini-bar, and tea and coffee facilities. Some have a sitting area and a dining table, and there's a terrace with outdoor furniture and a picnic area. The guest house also offers a paid airport shuttle for those arriving by plane.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • No pets allowed
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Views of St Peter's dome — The park around neoclassical Villa Abamelek offers views of the iconic cupola of St Peter's Basilica.
  • Close to Vatican attractions — Located within 2 km of the Vatican Museums, making it a practical base for exploring the area.
  • Quiet and comfortable rooms — Rooms are soundproofed and come with air conditioning, a mini-bar, and tea and coffee facilities.
  • Airport shuttle service — A paid airport shuttle is available, simplifying transfers.
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Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • No on-site parking — The guest house does not list parking, so guests arriving by car will need to find public options nearby.
  • Check-out is early — Check-out is between 08:00 and 11:00, which may feel rushed for late risers.
  • No pets allowed — Pets are not permitted on site.
  • Moderate overall rating — With a rating of 7.7 and some categories like Comfort and General at 7.5, the experience may be more basic than premium.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

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

King Room

  • 1 King-size bed,1 Double bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

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

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • No smoking on site

Room comforts

  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle

Outdoor & views

  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Outdoor dining area

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Key access

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

7.7
Very good 238 reviews

Guest-rated 7.7/10 from 238 reviews

Booking.com · 7.7 · 238 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Rome

The property sits in Rome.

Vatican Museums: Within 2 km of the guest house, the Vatican Museums are a short trip for art and history lovers.

Villa Abamelek: The neoclassical villa's park surrounds the property, offering green space and views of St Peter's cupola.

5 Via Anastasio II Terra, Rome, Lazio, 00165, Italy

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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 15:00-23:59
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 are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is from 08:00 to 11:00.

Is there parking available?

The property does not list any parking facilities, so you would need to find public parking nearby.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed on site.

Is there an airport shuttle?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available for guests.

Do the rooms have air conditioning?

Yes, all rooms come with air conditioning.

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The bottom line

Ethnos Relais Vaticano suits travellers who want a quiet, practical base near the Vatican, with the charm of a park view and easy airport access. Its solid service and facilities make up for a few trade-offs like early check-out and no parking.

7.7A reliable choice for Vatican-focused visits.

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