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Hotel California

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Colosseum

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Interior entrance
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Interior
Library

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Via Principe Amedeo 39, Rome, RM, 185
  • Place, Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Teatro dell'Opera di Roma
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Via Nazionale
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rome (FCO-Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(44 reviews)
  • 182 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Triple Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Quadruple Room | View from room

Superior Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Quadruple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Quadruple Room

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

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Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Triple Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Rome

City center stay.Your stay at this Rome City Centre hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Colosseum and Trevi Fountain. Spanish Steps and Piazza di Spagna are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Teatro dell'Opera di Roma - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Piazza della Repubblica - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Via Nazionale - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Colosseum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

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
  • ‪Ristorante Elettra - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Pizzeria Angelo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Binario 37 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel California

3-star hotel near Colosseum
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.
  • 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
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 major 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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Eurocard, 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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Hotel California Rome
Hotel California Rome
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Hotel California Hotel Rome

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 Dec 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel California on Dec 23, 2025 start from $64.62, 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.

Reviews

Hotel California Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 348 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 188 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 59 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL, ALEXANDRIA

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

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rattanak, Shakopee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Near everything.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Magdalena

Traveled with group
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This hotel was in a convenient location to the train station. It was.close to groceries and dining. Breakfast at the hotel was good and convenient. This hotel had air conditioning which was nice in the summer. The only complaint is the room had mold on the ceiling in the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

terence

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Basic at best

If you want to put your head down somewhere close to the main station this is it... Room was basic .. breakfast was average.. there was a lot of rubbish outside the lift was annoying but can't fault anything else about the hotel it's just basic
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco Javier

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome breakfast , renovations noticeable in the rooms, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sheldon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Convenient

Close to everything especially if you are taking the train
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Cara

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice, clean hotel in a good location close to the train station. The staff were very kind and helpful. The air conditioning worked well and kept the room cool. The windows blocked out the street noise really well, not sure what kid of magical glass they use. The breakfast could use some improvement, we didn't find a lot of options that we liked. Also the listing is a little bit wonky on Expedia. I booked the superior quadruple room thinking we were getting two distinct environments (like the pictures showed), but it ended up being a standard room with 4 beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LYNETTE

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our rooms are big, brand new, and clean. There’s a lot of toiletries provided on a day to day visit. The staff are friendly and helpful. Breakfast is the best part of the day.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Elaine

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is great, close to Termini station and lots of restaurants, cafe, stores, laundry mat. Beds were comfortable and water pressure was great. Staff were friendly and helpful. Hotel is older and it was dusty and there were some silverfish in our bathroom.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Traveled with partner
Hotel California is located very close to the train station. The property does need to update the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great location

We were pleasantly surprised by our stay. While the hotel looks pretty basic, it is clean and well kept and the staff on the front desk were very helpful. We had a wheelchair user in our group and the lift was easy to use, the delux quad room was very accessible for us and we could easily get the wheelchair in both the room and the bathroom if needed. Breakfast was down stairs which we couldn't manage but the front desk set us up with a table upstairs and we were able to bring our breakfast up to eat together. This was a great solution for us and the breakfast was really good! The location was also perfect for the train station and sight seeing. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graciela

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mara

El personal un poco malhumorado, como la mayoría de los romanos ;), pero siempre intentaron solucionar los inconvenientes. La habitación espaciosa con frigobar, y buen lugar para guardado de ropa y equipaje. El baño muy bueno y grande. El desayuno bueno pero el lugar pequeño y cortaban media hora antes de lo que indica el horario. La zona para caminar, tomar tranvía y bus, a pasos de Termini, con muchos restaurantes, nos resultó inmejorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuk tung

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to train and bus terminal.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Estrella, Lakewood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jaelle

Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jatinder

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our room had such a bad odour. I threw up and it stunk in our room like garbage or someone had died. Not healthy for us and the kids to breath in this terrible air and smell in the room. 5th floor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Bernard

Traveled with family
Lots of food options around the hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Talissa, Auburn

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karine

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was ok when we checked in but shortly after there was a gas smell. We checked with the front desk and were told that it was not the first time. The cleck came in the room and sprayed air freshner and told us that should fix the smell. Both one of my kids and I started getting massive headaches and then Nausea. We found anotyer hotel and left as we didnt feel safe. As if today, we have yet to be reimbursed for both the room and the tourist tax.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025