Elegant Double Room
- 1 Double bed
Bed & Breakfast · Rome · Lazio
Impero Vaticano San Pietro
A Rome hotel on Via Aurelia with private parking, soundproofed rooms and an 8.3 guest rating from 260 reviews. Rates from 147 GBP.
- 5-minute walk to St Peter's Basilica
- Private parking, valet and EV charging on site
- Staff rated 8.9 and rooms 8.7
8.3
Great
260 reviews
Booking.com 8.3 · 260 reviews
About
Impero Vaticano San Pietro
Impero Vaticano San Pietro occupies a spot on Via Aurelia that guests consistently describe in terms of walking distance to the Vatican: around 400 metres to St Peter's Square and a 5-minute walk to St Peter's Basilica. The property is about 1.5 km from Campo de' Fiori Market, and reviews mention restaurants and a mini market close by.
Practical details are handled on site: private parking with valet and an EV charging station, free Wi-Fi throughout, a shared kitchen, in-room breakfast, and a paid airport shuttle. Rooms include soundproofing, air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, and some add a balcony or garden view. The property is non-smoking and does not accept pets.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Location close to the Vatican — Reviews place the hotel right behind St Peter's Basilica, around 400 metres to St Peter's Square and a 5-minute walk to the Basilica. Restaurants and a mini market are mentioned as being nearby.
- High staff and service ratings — Staff scores 8.9 and service 8.6 in the guest rating breakdown. Several reviews call out friendly, helpful staff and good communication.
- On-site parking and easy transport options — Parking is available on site, with valet parking and an EV charging station. A paid airport shuttle and car hire are also listed, and one review notes a bus stop right outside.
- Rooms that are practical and quiet — Rooms scored 8.7, with soundproofing, air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities and a dressing area listed as amenities. Guests specifically mention comfortable beds, a spacious bathroom, and a secure apartment with a terrace.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Strict evening check-in window — Check-in is limited to 15:30–21:00, so late arrivals need to arrange timing in advance.
- No pets allowed — The property does not accept pets, so travellers with animals will need to look elsewhere.
- Value scores below other categories — Value ranks at 7.9, the lowest of the published rating categories, while rooms, staff and service score higher. The overall rating of 8.3 is also slightly below the area average of 8.7.
- A bit outside the heart of Rome — The hotel is about 1.5 km from Campo de' Fiori Market, so the streets around that market are a longer walk than St Peter's. Guests mention a bus stop outside for quick access around town.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Basic Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Classic Double Room
- 1 King-size bed,1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room
- 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior King Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Superior Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Apartment
- 1 King-size bed
- Garden view
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Parking & transport
- Parking
- Valet parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Paid airport shuttle
- Car hire
Food & drink
- In-room breakfast
- Shared kitchen
- Welcome drink
Comfort & convenience
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Dressing area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
Safety & security
- 24-hour security
- Key access
- Fire extinguishers
Services
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Housekeeping
- Luggage storage
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi
House rules
- No smoking on site
- No pets allowed
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 260 reviews
Booking.com · 8.3 · 260 reviews
8.3Verified guest“The property is positioned right behind St Peter's Basilica. The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was generous in size. Excellent restaurants were only steps away, with a small supermarket close by, and it was a convenient spot for an Uber pickup.”
8.3Verified guest“A comfortable place to round off the holiday. It sits in front of a bus stop, which made it quick to reach anywhere in the city.”
8.3Verified guest“The selling point was being 400 metres from St Peter's Square. Four individual double rooms, each with a private bathroom, gave the stay an intimate feel.”
8.3Verified guest“The location was ideal — a five-minute walk to St Peter's Basilica made sightseeing easy, and the surrounding restaurants offered plenty of choice.”
8.3Verified guest“The apartment was pleasant and felt secure. Communication was great, and the terrace was just right for breakfast outdoors. Being this close to the Vatican was a bonus.”
8.3Verified guest“A great location near an independent city-state, with very friendly and helpful staff — and the food served was delicious.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
The location: The hotel is on Via Aurelia, about 1.5 km from Campo de' Fiori Market. Guest reviews describe it as roughly 400 metres from St Peter's Square and a 5-minute walk from St Peter's Basilica.
Around the hotel: Guests mention restaurants just steps away, a mini market nearby, and a bus stop directly in front of the property.
Transport: A paid airport shuttle is listed among the amenities, as are car hire, private parking, valet parking and an electric vehicle charging station.
Via Aurelia 36, Rome, Lazio, 00165, 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 15:30-21:00
- 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
- Not allowed
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out at Impero Vaticano San Pietro?
Check-in is from 15:30 to 21:00, and check-out is from 06:00 to 10:00.
Is parking available at Impero Vaticano San Pietro?
Yes. Parking is listed on site, along with valet parking and an electric vehicle charging station.
Are pets allowed at Impero Vaticano San Pietro?
No. The property policy states that pets are not allowed.
How close is the hotel to St Peter's Basilica?
One guest review describes St Peter's Square as 400 metres away, and another calls the walk to St Peter's Basilica about 5 minutes.
Does the hotel offer an airport shuttle?
Yes, a paid airport shuttle is listed among the amenities.
The bottom line
For a Vatican-focused stay, this is a dependable choice: the location is a short walk to St Peter's, staff and rooms rate well, and parking is genuinely useful. Plan around the 21:00 check-in deadline and the no-pets policy, and you'll have few surprises.
8.3The bottom line
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