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The Colours Of Rome

On Via Gregorio VII, a stay close to the Vatican with balconied rooms, a shared kitchen and a staff team guests repeatedly praise.

  • An 8.7/10 average across 1,039 guest reviews
  • Staff rated 9.5/10, with hosts Massimo and Sandro often named
  • A 15-minute walk to a transport station and a short bus ride to the Vatican
8.7 Great 1039 reviews Booking.com 8.7 · 1039 reviews

About

The Colours Of Rome

The Colours Of Rome sits on Via Gregorio VII in a part of Rome that guests repeatedly describe as convenient for the Vatican. St Peter's Basilica is close enough that some balconies look toward it, the Vatican itself is a short walk or bus ride away, and a transport station is around 15 minutes on foot. The Colosseum is listed at 3.7 km from the hotel.

Across 1,039 reviews the property averages 8.7/10, with staff rated 9.5/10. Massimo and Sandro are named again and again for thoughtful, quick help. Rooms come with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and some have balconies; the shared kitchen, restaurant, snack bar, paid airport shuttle, laundry and parking make it a practical base.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Staff ratings are the standout — Staff score 9.5/10, and individual reviews regularly name Massimo and Sandro for being helpful, quick and thoughtful.
  • Location suits Vatican sightseeing — Guests describe the Vatican as a short walk or bus ride away, with St Peter's Basilica visible from some balconies and a transport station 15 minutes on foot.
  • Rooms are well regarded — Rooms score 8.9/10 and reviews mention clean, comfortable spaces with balconies, air conditioning and a newly decorated feel.
  • Value is part of the package — Value is rated 8.7/10, and the shared kitchen, snack supply and breakfast table add practical everyday savings.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Comfort scores lower than the rest — Comfort is the weakest published category at 7.5/10. Guests mention a small double room, so anyone wanting more space should look at the three-bedroom apartment.
  • Arrival times are limited — Check-in only runs 13:00-22:00, which makes late arrivals — including from Ciampino Airport — more planning-heavy.
  • Pets are not allowed — The hotel does not accept pets, so travellers with dogs or cats need to look elsewhere.
  • Facilities are functional rather than lavish — Facilities score 7.7/10. The list is practical — shared kitchen, laundry, restaurant, parking — rather than resort-like.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

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

Three-Bedroom Apartment

  • 3 Single beds,2 Single beds,1 Double bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Balcony

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

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

Food & drink

  • Coffee shop
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • In-room breakfast
  • Special diet menus
  • Welcome drink
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Tea and coffee facilities

In your room

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Cots
  • Parquet floor

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Ironing facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Luggage storage
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Car hire

Hotel & parking

  • Wi-Fi
  • Lift
  • Parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.7
Great 1039 reviews

Guest-rated 8.7/10 from 1,039 reviews

Booking.com · 8.7 · 1039 reviews
8.7Verified guest

“A cosy room and friendly staff, made better by in-room snacks and a properly stocked breakfast table. The location was excellent too — a 15-minute walk to a nearby transport station.”

8.7Verified guest

“The location was brilliant — not far from Royal William Yard at all.”

8.7Verified guest

“Everything was spotless and felt brand new. Breakfast offered marvellous variety, with delicious coffee and plenty of food and drink, and the comforts of the double room in the common kitchen were fabulous. The location was excellent, and a taxi booked from Ciampino Airport got us there happily.”

8.7Verified guest

“A balcony with St Peter's Basilica in view, close bus routes, and generous in-room snacks.”

8.7Verified guest

“All good. The excellent staff made our stay great, the room was newly decorated and nice, and there was a balcony. Location was close to famous landmarks and public transport.”

8.7Verified guest

“Thoughtful and excellent staff, with no complaints. The room was reasonably large, the bed good, and the balcony was a bonus; I could leave my car nearby. The cosy design was appreciated.”

04 — Location

Getting around Rome

The property sits in Rome.

Vatican & St Peter's: St Peter's Basilica is close enough that balcony views appear in guest reviews, and the Vatican itself is described as a short walk or a short bus ride away.

Getting around: A transport station is around 15 minutes on foot, bus routes run nearby, and the hotel lists a paid airport shuttle and car hire. The Colosseum is 3.7 km away.

The neighbourhood: Reviewers call the area a lovely neighbourhood. On site there is a coffee shop, restaurant, snack bar and leisure/TV room.

Via Gregorio VII 111, 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 13:00-22:00
Check-out
By 02:00-10:00
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
Property
9 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time are check-in and check-out?

Check-in runs 13:00-22:00 and check-out is listed as 02:00-10:00.

Is breakfast available?

Guests can order in-room breakfast, and the hotel also has a restaurant, snack bar and shared kitchen. Reviews specifically mention a well-stocked breakfast table and kitchen snacks.

Can I park at the hotel?

Parking is listed as an amenity, and there is an electric vehicle charging station on site.

Are pets accepted?

No — the hotel's policy says pets are not allowed.

The bottom line

The Colours Of Rome is easy to recommend for Vatican-focused trips: the hosting is warm, the kitchen keeps you fed, and the bus links make the rest of Rome manageable. Just treat the check-in window and comfort score as part of the trade-off for a location this useful.

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