Superior Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
Guest house · Rome · Lazio
B&B Best Vatican
A quiet, modern base near the Ottaviano metro, with a freshly prepared breakfast and genuinely helpful staff.
- 9.7 staff rating
- Hearty freshly prepared breakfast
- Quiet residential area, minutes from Ottaviano
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799 reviews
Booking.com 9 · 799 reviews
About
B&B Best Vatican
B&B Best Vatican is a small, modern property on Via Degli Scipioni, in a quiet residential pocket of Rome's Prati district. While the listing calls itself a 2-star, it's graded at 4 stars here and earns high marks from guests for rooms, service, and value. The Ottaviano metro station is just minutes away, putting the Vatican and the rest of the historic centre within easy reach.
Mornings start with a freshly prepared spread — toast, fruit, yogurt, croissants, eggs, and Italian bacon, according to guest reviews. The staff consistently get singled out for being friendly and helpful, and the rooms are described as clean, modern, and reasonably spacious, many with sofas, mini-bars, and tea and coffee facilities.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Exceptional staff — Guests repeatedly highlight the team's warmth and willingness to help, from check-in to local tips.
- Hearty, fresh breakfast — A cooked spread with eggs, bacon, croissants, fruit, and yogurt — often described as a highlight.
- Quiet yet central location — A residential setting with the Ottaviano metro and plenty of restaurants and bars just minutes away.
- Clean, modern rooms — Rooms are described as spotless, recently refurbished, and reasonably spacious, with good beds.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Late check-in window — Check-in runs from midday to just before midnight — if you arrive after that, you'll need to plan ahead.
- Early check-out — Check-out is between 8:00 and 10:00, so it's not a place for a lie-in on departure day.
- B&B scale, not a full hotel — No formal parking or extensive facilities — expect a more intimate, B&B-style experience.
- Some inconsistency in reviews — A few guests mention a slightly firm bed or breakfast timing, though these are minor compared to overall praise.
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.
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Fire extinguishers
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
Room
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- In-room computer
- Cots
- Parquet floor
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 9/10 from 799 reviews
Booking.com · 9 · 799 reviews
9Verified guest“A lovely modern hotel. Breakfast was made fresh and was generous — toast, fruit, and yogurt, the best we've had. Staff went out of their way to help. Metro stop a few minutes' walk made getting around easy.”
9Verified guest“Didn't have enough time — we'd love to come back. Breakfast was hearty, with Italian bacon and yogurt, and the location was convenient.”
9Verified guest“Really enjoyed our stay. Modern hotel with an exceptionally friendly and helpful team. Room was a good size, recently refurbished, with a comfortable bed. Easy check-in, quiet atmosphere. Excellent position, with restaurants and bars nearby.”
9Verified guest“A clean and spotless room with a comfy sofa.”
9Verified guest“Neat room with mini-bar, private bathroom, free internet, and a safe. Incredible location right by Ottaviano, in a relatively quiet area.”
9Verified guest“Rooms are silent, reasonably spacious, with a good bed and a roomy bath.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Getting around: The Ottaviano metro station is just minutes away, giving you direct access to the Vatican and the historic centre. Many sights are within walking distance, and you'll find supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants close by.
Nearby sights: Trevi Fountain is a convenient walk from the property, and guests mention easy access to other central landmarks. Santa Maria in Trastevere is about a 25-minute stroll.
Via Degli Scipioni 135, Rome, Lazio, 192, 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 12:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 08:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:59, and check-out is from 08:00 to 10:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
The property does not list parking as an amenity.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed at B&B Best Vatican.
Is breakfast included?
Guests praise the freshly prepared breakfast with options like eggs, bacon, croissants, fruit, and yogurt. The listing doesn't specify whether it's included in the rate.
Does the hotel offer airport transportation?
A paid airport shuttle is available at the property.
What amenities are in the rooms?
Rooms include air conditioning, heating, a mini-bar, tea and coffee facilities, a flat-screen TV, free toiletries, and an electric kettle. Some rooms have a sofa.
The bottom line
B&B Best Vatican is a reliable, high-value choice for Rome, especially if you're after a quiet, well-connected base with a genuinely memorable breakfast and staff who go the extra mile.
9Based on 799 reviews, rooms and service both score 9.3.
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