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Close to Piazza Navona and Pantheon, The Shell Rome Suite has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

View all photos for Economy Double or Twin Room

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and chairs.

Economy Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Rome City Centre, a neighborhood in Rome, is home to The Shell Rome Suite. Vatican Museums and Castel Sant'Angelo are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Via del Corso and Via Veneto. Rome Observatory and Rome Planetarium are also worth visiting. Visit our Rome travel guide
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Via Orazio 31, Rome, RM, 00193

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with prominent historical architecture, including a large dome and a tall obelisk.
    Via Cola di Rienzo
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic stone wall with arches, a flag, and a lamp post.
    Castel Sant'Angelo
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A historic building with domed roofs and classical columns.
    Piazza del Popolo
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A historic fountain with sculptures in a city square.
    Piazza Navona
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A historic church with a large dome, bell tower, and statues.
    Via del Corso
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Risorgimento/S. Pietro Tram Stop
    9 min walk
  • Rome Piazzale Flaminio Station
    16 min walk
  • Ciampino Airport (CIA)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Malaterra
    3 min walk
  • l'officina della pizza
    3 min walk
  • Le Terrazze
    9 min walk
  • pizza dai cinque
    5 min walk
  • La Locanda di Eugenio
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; your host will greet you

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Guests are required to download the property's Vikey mobile app before check-in

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

Access methods

Host will greet you, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 5.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 25

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shell Rome Suite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

The Shell Rome Suite doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Shell Rome Suite?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Shell Rome Suite?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Shell Rome Suite located?

Located in Rome City Centre, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Via Cola di Rienzo and Castel Sant'Angelo. Piazza Navona and Piazza del Popolo are also within 15 minutes. Risorgimento/S. Pietro Tram Stop is 9 minutes by foot and Lepanto Station is 12 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Shell Rome Suite Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were always helpful, and the location was perfect and close enough to many amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, has refrigerator and nice size bathroom/bedroom. Within walking distance of a lot of sights and restaurants/shopping areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maria Eloisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location, walking distance to Vatican City around 15 mins.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base to explore Rome from. Clean and tidy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loïc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was great, not the biggest we've seen but big enough for our needs. The personal was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean suite and so close to Vatican! I’m recomend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very kind and was there right when I arrived. The area was great as it was in walking distance to the Vatican and other historical sites. However, it was quite loud at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Edouard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Overall good
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rebecca

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

Great location

Amazing location. Easy to get to every where. Room was small but adequate. Very friendly and helpful staff. Can’t fault them. Only down side. Only one socket in the room if you want to charge your phone you need to switch off the fridge
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Siddharth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Overall, a good location. However the room is very small. Especially the shower is extremely small. When you shower, the water comes out and makes the floor wet. The room is very small with only a little bit space to move. Staff is super friendly and accommodating. They stored our luggage after checkout.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Maxwell

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the suites were very kind and location was very nice. However the hotel room was horrible. The room was dirty and dusty, the air con was incredibly cold and it was a battle just to get to water. The water was cold during the day and hot at night. This was a problem for both showering and drinking water. The rooms had no sound proofing so you could hear everything happening in other rooms or hear people coming in during the night. The bed was incredibly uncomfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our initial check in was friendly and helpful... unfortunately it all went down hill from there. The TV did not work, the plug in the bathroom sink would not release to drain. The room was extremely small and the tiny cubicle set aside for showering was even smaller. We are average sized people and my husband's shoulders almost spanned the size of the cubicle making it very difficult to shower. Numerous emails regarding the TV and the sink were met with a damn good ignoring. The lovely gentleman that was there to clean the rooms eventually got it going on our last day. We weren't in Rome to watch TV, but at the end of a super busy day it would have been nice to relax and watch a movie. Some acknowledgement to our emails would have also been appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Aiste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
great location, 15 minute walk to the vatican and there’s a stop for the airport shuttle around the corner, very pretty and clean neighbourhood. as far as the room goes, you definitely get what you pay for, the walls are paper thin, multiple slats under the bed were broken or missing and the shower is tiny. The staff however are very welcoming and helpful, the air conditioning was a god send, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to the Castel San Angelo snd St Peter’s but such a quiet, pleasant part of Rome. Lovely suite in an apartment where one can truly relax after braving the crowds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jenna

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For a place to sleep at night, it did the trick. Small room and bathroom but if you don’t stay long it works perfect and is close to major attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Jan Zebulun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to few tourists spots I had visited.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mayra Eugenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everthing good , good area safe, secure
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room like brand new! Cleaned daily with extremely comfortable bed & TV with so many channels (Mostly Italian). Really enjoyed my 7 night stay, 1min walk from airport shuttle bus and walking distance to many historical sites. Would recommend to anyone who wants a relaxing, comfortable vacation in Rome.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

J

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Had a mildew smell coming from the ?bathroom. Otherwise decent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Piero

Liked: Staff & service
Ok
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Irasema Lourdes

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Water was boiling hot, did not find a solution with the hotel staff. The air condition was constantly leaking water The air condition broke down the last night For the rest, the stay was great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jacki

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at check in was nice but we didn't see them again. This place does not have a front desk so they meet you at the door which is inside a building that was very hard to figure out. The building is not well labeled so we had to call to find out how to enter and if we were even in the right place. There is a great lack of amenities and the shower is the size of a coffin. Likely won't stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Lucilia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022