Hotel California

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Roman Forum

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Superior Double or Twin Room
Interior entrance
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Hallway
View from property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Via Principe Amedeo 39, Rome, RM, 00185
  • Place, Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Via Nazionale
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rome (FCO-Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Triple Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Rome

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Rome City Centre hotel, you'll find Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore and Piazza della Repubblica. Roman Forum and Colosseum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Teatro dell'Opera di Roma - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Piazza della Repubblica - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Via Nazionale - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Termini Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Rome Termini Station - 3 min walk
  • Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl. Airport (FCO) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Pizzeria Angelo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gran Caffe Farini - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Binario 37 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel California

3-star hotel near Roman Forum
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel California.

This 3-star Rome hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Hotel California offers 45 accommodations with minibars and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 40 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 55 per vehicle (one way)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 40 per night (351 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Children 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel California to the airport?

Hotel California is 17.3 mi (38-min drive) away from the Ciampino Airport (CIA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel California?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel California on Jun 29, 2026 start from CA $190, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel California have an airport shuttle?

Hotel California offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 55 per vehicle, one way.

Does Hotel California offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel California, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel California?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel California?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hotel California?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel California have a pool?

Hotel California does not have a pool.

Does Hotel California have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel California to downtown Rome?

Hotel California is 1.1 mi away from Rome.

Hotel California Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 351 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 77 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1003 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The Staff was very helpful & friendly. Breakfast was very good with a nice variety. Convenient 5 minute walk to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joan M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, elevator, nice breakfast, location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Reasonably priced hotel, located close to Termini Station.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff was pleasant to deal with
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location!!! They gave us their newly remodelled room :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Francisco Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome breakfast , renovations noticeable in the rooms, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

SUSANNA

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very bed hotel in very noisy neighborhood , very cold room stay only one night
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jo-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was fast and easy check in great breakfast great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was small but very functional. Breakfast was wonderful...great choices!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I always stay here when visiting Rome. The staff is friendly and welcoming and the rooms are nice. I highly recommend Hotel California
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bernard

Lots of food options around the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a first time visitor in Rome
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

Good location, nice receptionist let us checking in early, excellent breakfast…
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jaelle

Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location. Nothing fancy but great for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Every member of staff we meet were pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. The only problem we had was the windows didnt stop any of the noise from the road outside coming in. Struggled to sleep. You could also every little noise from the hall way.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarbjit

Good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hamed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great sevice, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

catherine

Great place very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

wycliffe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice stuff and excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay. We loved being close to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great room and good breakfast. Worth a stay for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great spot to stay close to the train
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Griselda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spacious room, decent staff, I was not sure how the air conditioning worked.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025