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About the Hotel
Via Palestro 13,
Rome,
Italy,
00185,
Lazio
The Guardian is a newly-opened four-star hotel situated in a historic palace in Central Rome. The hotel features a modern design with stylish decor and offers a youthful vibe. Its proximity to major attractions makes it a convenient base for travelers exploring the Eternal City.
Location
The Guardian is located on Via Palestro, just a 10-minute walk from Termini Railway Station. Its location is ideal for reaching major sights, including the Baths of Diocletian and Villa Borghese. Public transportation options like the Metro are conveniently located nearby, facilitating easy access to various parts of the city.
Rooms
Each room at The Guardian features contemporary furnishings and simple color palettes that enhance the modern feel. Amenities include air conditioning, a flat-screen satellite TV, a kettle for tea and coffee, a safe, and free Wi-Fi. Private bathrooms are equipped with rainfall showers and complimentary toiletries.
Eat & Drink
Guests can enjoy a diverse buffet breakfast daily, including a mix of sweet and savory items such as pastries, cheeses, and cold cuts. The rooftop terrace offers a dining space for lunch and dinner, providing a picturesque setting to unwind. Breakfast is served in one of three dedicated rooms designed for comfort and convenience.
Leisure & Business
The hotel provides a range of facilities designed for both leisure and business travelers. The decor is contemporary, featuring innovative design elements that create inviting spaces throughout the property. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout, catering to the needs of modern guests.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Spacious and Comfortable
The room was impressively spacious, with a large, plush bed that made for a restful night's sleep.view full review
Superb Breakfast
The breakfast offered a fantastic selection, and I especially appreciated the option for a to-go meal when I had an early start.view full review
Ideal for Work
The hotel's modern rooms and fast WiFi made it perfect for my work trips, allowing me to stay productive while traveling.view full review
Tea & Coffee Ready
Having a kettle in the room with provisions for tea and coffee was a delightful touch that enhanced my stay.view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Key card access
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Children
Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
Via Palestro 13,
Rome,
Italy,
00185,
Lazio
Map view
street view
Via Palestro 13,
Rome,
Italy,
00185,
Lazio
City landmarks
Square
Colosseum
2.0
km
Fountain
Trevi Fountain
2.0
km
Church
Pantheon
2.2
km
Landmark
Piazza Navona
2.5
km
Largo della Salara Vecchia
Roman Forum
2.1
km
Square
Piazza Venezia
2.3
km
Piazza di Spagna
Piazza di Spagna
2.1
km
Square
Spanish Steps
2.0
km
Cemetery
Altar of the Fatherland
2.0
km
Museum
Borghese Gallery and Museum
1.4
km
Square
Piazza del Popolo
2.1
km
Church
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
1.5
km
Museum
Vatican Museums
3.9
km
Church
St. Peter's Basilica
4.0
km
Bridge
Castel Sant'Angelo
2.9
km
Church
Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano
2.4
km
Piazza Santa Maria Nova
Palatine Hill
2.3
km
Piazza del Colosseo
Ancient Roman ruins
2.0
km
Square
Piazza Barberini
1.7
km
Church
Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and the Martyrs
1.1
km
Square
Largo di Torre Argentina
2.4
km
Zoo
Bioparco di Roma
1.9
km
Square
Campo de' Fiori
2.7
km
Church
San Pietro in Vincoli
2.0
km
Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art of Rome
810 m
Museum
Capitoline Museums
2.2
km
Square
Saint Peter's Square
3.7
km
Via del Circo Massimo Between Via dei Cerchi and Via del Circo Massimo
Circus Maximus
2.7
km
Church
Church of the Gesu
2.2
km
Church
Church of Saint Louis the French
2.4
km
Nearby
Church
Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and the Martyrs
560 m
Piazzale di Porta Pia
Porta Pia
360 m
Restaurants
REbasilico Cernaia
120 m
Via Cernaia 16/18 zona Porta Pia
Asmara
60 m
Via Cernaia 36
Al Grappolo d'Oro
40 m
Via Palestro 4
Ristorante Pizzeria Andrea e Licia
170 m
Via Castelfidardo 30
Ristorante Punto41
120 m
Via Cernaia 41
Cardinal Moran Restaurant
140 m
Via Cernaia 14/B Domus Australia Roma
Il Pavone
110 m
Via Palestro
Steak House
200 m
Via Montebello 77
Hostaria da Vincenzo
200 m
Via Castelfidardo 6 00185
Fratelli Scarpetta
200 m
Via Goito 13/15
Ristorante La Dispensa
200 m
Via Castelfidardo 39/C
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
68%
liked the hotel and would stay again
friendly staff
modern rooms
unclean smell
small bathroom
6.8/10
Nice
Rooms
7.0
Location
7.1
Service
7.6
Dining
6.3
Guest reviews
6.8/10
based on 9 reviews
4.5/5
based on 1090 reviews
8.4
8.4/10based on 1143 reviews
#66 of 1,377 hotels in Rome based on Tripadvisor
Dan
United States,
May
2024
7.0/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were modern and spacious but lacked soundproofing, facing a busy street with a faulty window. The unclean smell from the toilet and unhelpful reception staff were disappointing. On the bright side, the service was exceptional, with friendly and informative staff. The location was convenient for transportation but felt slightly seedy at night. The dining options were average but sufficient for a quick meal. Overall, a mixed experience with some notable highlights and drawbacks.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were modern and spacious but not soundproof, facing a noisy street with a faulty window. The bathroom was disappointingly small and unclean.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with staff going out of their way to assist and provide information. Cleaning and breakfast were top-notch.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient for transportation and within walking distance to bus stops and the train station. However, it felt a bit seedy at night.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were average but included a decent selection of continental fare for a quick meal to start the day.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were standard, offering basic amenities for a comfortable stay.
friendly staff
unclean smell
Ian
United Kingdom,
February
2024
5.8/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were modern and well designed, but the very small bathroom and unclean smell from the toilet were major drawbacks. The staff at reception was not helpful at all, which was disappointing.
Rooms
6.0
The rooms were modern, well designed, and well decorated.
Service
5.0
The staff was unhelpful during my stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is very central and convenient, just a short walk from major attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was average, with some issues like uncooked scrambled eggs and raw bacon.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities for a comfortable stay.
modern rooms
unclean smell
Ashley
United States,
February
2024
7.2/10
My stay at the hotel was quite nice. The rooms were comfortable and clean, but a bit on the small side. The service was friendly and helpful, making my experience enjoyable. The location was decent, a bit of a walk to the main attractions. The dining options were good with a variety to choose from. Overall, a satisfactory stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable but a bit small.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and helpful.
Location
6.0
The location was decent, a bit of a walk to main attractions.
Dining
8.0
The dining options were good with a variety to choose from.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were satisfactory.
Alison
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located near Roma Termini and offers a cozy stay in rooms that are a bit small with tiny bathrooms. The service was top-notch, with staff assisting us with our luggage upon check-in. The location is great for exploring Rome's main attractions, being close to the train station and with good bus links, although the area may not be the most inspiring. The dining experience was adequate, offering a continental buffet spread. Overall, a decent option for the price.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were okay but on the smaller side with tiny bathrooms.
Service
9.0
The service was amazing, with staff helping us with our luggage and being attentive.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located near Roma Termini, offering easy access to transportation.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was adequate, featuring a continental buffet spread.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides essential facilities for a comfortable stay.
David
United Kingdom,
September
2023
8.2/10
I had a lovely stay at the hotel. The rooms were really comfortable, clean, and tastefully decorated, but I could hear the neighbors occasionally. The location was great for exploring Rome with easy access to transportation, although some outside noise could be heard. The service, especially from Giulia, was exceptional, providing us with all the necessary information for a unique experience in Rome. The dining options were basic but satisfying, and the facilities offered everything I needed for a pleasant stay.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were really comfortable, clean, and decorated tastefully.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly helpful, especially Giulia, ensuring a great experience in Rome.
Location
8.0
The hotel is located in a good area with easy access to transportation across Rome.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was basic but nice, offering a good selection of fresh fruits and tasty options.
Facilities
The hotel facilities provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Great service from Giulia
Occasional noise from neighbors
Richard
United Kingdom,
June
2023
6.2/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms were oddly shaped with a surprising design flaw connecting them to the neighboring room via the missing wall. On the bright side, my room on the 3rd floor was spacious and had a fridge stocked with reasonably priced drinks. However, the overshadowing tall building took away from the view of the supposedly beautiful gardens. Overall, a slightly cramped but decent room.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms had a strange layout with a design flaw linking them to the neighboring room. Mine was spacious and had a fridge with affordable drinks.
Service
7.0
The staff were initially reserved but became friendly and helpful afterward. They even assisted us in making a restaurant reservation. However, there were moments where I felt they could have been quicker and more efficient.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location was a bit of a mixed bag. While it was nice to have a quiet part of town with well-lit streets and a safe walking area, it was quite far from the central attractions, requiring a 20-minute walk. Decent but not ideal.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast was a variety of items, but the quality was subpar compared to nearby options, especially the pastries. It was sufficient but not outstanding.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel facilities were average, nothing particularly stood out in terms of amenities or additional features.
Mike
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.0/10
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were clean, modern, and quiet, but the layout was odd and affected by noise. The service was exceptional, with attentive and helpful staff. The location was safe but a bit far from the main attractions. The dining was pleasant, though not outstanding. Overall, a decent stay with some minor drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean, modern, large, and quiet, with an odd layout affected by noise from neighboring facilities.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional with very welcoming, attentive, and helpful staff throughout my stay.
Location
6.0
The location was safe but a bit far from the main attractions, requiring some walking or transportation to reach popular sights.
Dining
7.0
The dining was pleasant but not outstanding, offering a decent experience without any remarkable highlights.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities provided were sufficient for my needs but did not stand out as exceptional.
Garry
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.2/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms exceeded my expectations in cleanliness, functionality, and decor, although the limited space and air conditioning issues were a drawback. The service was extremely helpful and friendly, especially when arranging a birthday cake for my husband. The location was convenient, close to major tourist attractions and public transportation, but the dining options were lacking in variety. Overall, it was a nice experience with some minor downsides.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were nice, but the limited space and issues like stained lampshades and air conditioning leaks affected the overall comfort.
Service
8.0
The service was friendly and went above and beyond to assist with arranging special requests.
Location
8.0
The hotel is situated in a good neighborhood with easy access to tourist attractions and public transport, although it's a bit far from the center.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was okay but lacked variety, with some basic options available each day.
Facilities
The hotel offers essential facilities like dry cleaning, housekeeping, and tours/ticket assistance.
friendly staff
limited room space
John
United States,
April
2023
6.4/10
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms, though a bit old compared to the pictures, were spacious and clean, but the small bathroom and unclean toilet smell were off-putting. The staff was initially unhelpful but improved over time. The location was good for public transportation but a bit far from the main attractions. The dining experience was satisfactory but a bit repetitive. Overall, a decent stay with some room for improvement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were fairly spacious and clean, though a bit old compared to the photos. The fridge with reasonably priced drinks was a nice touch.
Service
6.0
The staff, once warmed up, were friendly and somewhat helpful. They assisted with our bags and room orientation.
Location
7.0
The hotel's location was convenient for public transport, but a bit far from the main attractions. Easy access to the train station and bus links, though.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were decent but somewhat repetitive. The breakfast had a limited selection.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offered basic facilities, nothing extraordinary but satisfactory for a short stay.
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