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Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire

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Veduta del Mercato e colonna di Traiano
Piazza del Grillo
Palazzo di Casa
Portone entrata palazzo
finestre di casa che affacciano su Piazza del Grillo e Foro di Augusto

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 460 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Roma
  • Roman Forum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Trevi Fountain
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Colosseum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Rome (CIA-Ciampino)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Shower room 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire

IL GRILLO AI FORI ROMANI" (The Cricket at the Roman Forum)
is a welcoming home for your Roman holiday.
Apartment in historic building, in the historical center of Roman Empire
From the windows you can admire the ruins of the Forum of Augustus and Trajan's Market, home of the Knights of Rhodes and the beautiful square where the famous palace of the Marchese del Grillo (see movie).
The Coliseum, Palatine Hill, St. Peter in Chains, Piazza Venezia and the Vittoriano, the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, the Capitol, the Ara Coeli, Teatro Marcello, the Mouth of Truth, Circus Maximus, Terme di Caracalla, the Tiber Island and the Quirinal and the beautiful Trevi Fountain are reachable with a pleasant walk (10 "real" minutes!).The house, tastefully renovated and equipped with every comfort and can accommodate families and small groups of friends up to six people.
To meet all his needs, guests have access to a kitchen (breakfast included in price. "product packaged from housewife pantry"), and a living room with a sofa bed, a bathroom with shower and two bedrooms..
The double bedrooms "Suite of Augustus" from the windows you can admire the square and the Forum of Augustus.
The double bedrooms of "Trajan" quiet but hides the charm of its terrace
Each room has air conditioning and indipendent heating, TV and wireless Internet wi-fi access.
"The Cricket at the Roman Forum" is ideal Holiday for a romantic and exciting for those who love the story of "Caput Mundi Rome".

Property manager

Santino Pistella
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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 cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number IT058091C2MGYM3MKA

We should mention

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 the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rome

Located in Rome, this apartment is in the city centre. Vatican Museums and Castel Sant'Angelo are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Via del Corso and Via Veneto. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Stadio Olimpico or Foro Italico.
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Roma

What's nearby

  • Roman Forum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Trevi Fountain - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Colosseum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pantheon - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Spanish Steps - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cavour Station - 8 min walk
  • Rome Termini Station - 19 min walk
  • Ciampino Airport (CIA) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Angelino Ai Fori - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Massenzio Ai Fori e Ristorante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taverna Romana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Melo - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire located?

Located in Rome City Centre, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Via Nazionale and Roman Forum. Piazza Venezia and Via del Corso are also within 10 minutes. Cavour Station is 8 minutes by foot and Colosseo Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ruth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick visit in the heart of Rome

The property was a nice size for two couples. The beds were not the most comfortable but they were adequate for our two nights there. The location was perfect for walking to many of the historic sites in Rome.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

cliff p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you need

We had a fantastic stay at Santino’s apartment in the heart of Ancient Rome. It was clean and well-stocked, and in walking distance to plenty of shops, restaurants, and sites of interest such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Pantheon, to name a few. Santino was a communicative host and arranged our airport transfer which was convenient and reasonably priced. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Location

Our stay far exceeded our expectations. This apartment is located within walking distance of anything you want to see in Rome; The Coliseum, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Museums, Restaurants, Shops etc. The apartment is in a quaint beautiful area and the building is beautiful. The apartment is charming with everything you need for a great stay. The shower water temp and pressure were great, the bedrooms are spacious and beds were very comfortable, and the building is quiet. Our host Santino couldn't have been any more accommodating. He helped us out with special requests and provided very good check in/entry instructions. We loved our time there and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment in a great location

We were steps away from the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Great coffee, restaurants, and gelato were located in the same neighborhood. Easy walking to many other major tourist sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for our visit to Rome

Santino is an outstanding host. His instructions to enter the building and apartment were easy and accurate. The apartment was comfortable and close to everything. Stress-free accommodations contributed to a great stay in the city!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, full of charm

Loved our stay in Rome in Santino’s apartment. He greeted us personally and his place had all the comforts of home. Comfortable beds, extra plug converters, kitchen needs, restaurant recommendations, books on Rome,and more. Very convenient location for things we wanted to do.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for exploring Rome

We loved staying at this apartment! It is in a wonderful location for exploring Rome - walking distance everywhere and a beautiful view. We wish we could have stayed longer! Santino was so warm and welcoming and made everything so easy. We loved all.his foodie recommendations 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for exploring the Jangfrau region

This apartment has everything you need to enjoy the region. Comfortable accommodation and Christin is available wirh any assistance or advice you need. Super clean and located away from the crowds with a spectacular waterfall view, cant be heat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay here!

My family of 3 (2 adults and a 13 year old) loved our time in Rome and stay at this apartment. The location was wonderful (right near everything, but still quiet at night) and it was a great amount of space for 3.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrence F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

The property was very clean and was in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Apartment! Best location!

Beautiful! Gracious and welcoming hosts. Location couldn’t be better. Apartment was clean, roomy, and had everything we needed. Excellent all around!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raj T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent apartment in a great location

Santino & Carmel were great host, they greeted us in the apartment, walked us through all the details, nearby locations and gave good suggestions. We were family of 4, apartment was comfortable for us, very clean and had all requied amenities. Its location is a big plus, colesseum& metro subway 8min walk, trevi 10min, restuarants & groceries couple min. We enjoyed our stay and definetly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Glen and Heidi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

Location is perfect for exploring Rome and in one of the best areas (Monti district) for side streets and restaurants etc. Fairly easy to get to. Unfortunately there was construction right outside the entrance during our stay and one homeless man sleeping just outside the entrance (very safe area and my 70 year old mom and I were not bothered by this). Would definitely stay here again. One small thing to note: the listing indicated it included breakfast but this was not provided - but a big concern for us because we were only there two nights and out exploring early both days. Thank you for the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay in Rome!

Santino was an exceptional host!! He was so helpful leading up to the trip, met us there giving thorough instructions, and great communicator for our 3 day stay. The apartment is fully stocked with everything you will need and more! The location is perfect for walking most places and/ or navigating taxis is easy and take about 10 minutes. There are great restaurants all around you just walk and stop - great food everywhere! I would highly recommend Santino’s apartment to anyone!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and apartment

Our family stayed in this apartment that was just a 3 minute walk from the Colosseum and Roman Forum. The hosts were very gracious and easy to work with. The property was very clean and worked well for our family of 5. We could not have asked for a better place and experience for for our first time in Rome.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect host, perfect location

Our hosts, Santino and Carmela, were just awesome. There were always prompt answers when we had questions. Santino arranged for a limo to pick us up at FCO and bring us to the apartment where both Carmela and Santino greeted us warmly and showed us all we needed to know about the apartment and the area we stayed in. They could not have been nicer. They also set us up with a limo to pick us up at the apartment and drive us to FCO on our departure. It was well worth the cost in both cases. While not large, the apartment suited our needs very well. Two good sized bedrooms with comfortable beds, and a very nice (and easy to operate) pull out couch in the living room. And the location could not have been better. Mere minutes to walk to the Colosseum and the Forum. About a 12 minute walk to Trevi Fountain (go early in the morning for way less crowds and great photo ops), walking distance to the Pantheon and more. The Vatican is further, but we were able to get there without any problems by taking two trains and limited walking. We will definitely look to stay with Carmela and Santino should we return to Rome in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

LORI K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Italy trip

Great place to stay for trip to Italy. Apartment had all the amenities we were looking for. We had 2 adult couples with plenty of room for everyone. Location is Wonderful!! Very close to Colluseum, Trevi fountain and Pantheon. The restaurants and shopping was Extremely close. Food and drinks were very good. Everyone was very friendly. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a great trip!

We had such a wonderful time in Rome. Santino’s apartment was perfect! So close to so many attractions but also quiet. Santino was quick to answer any of our questions. Would definitely stay here again for our next trip to Rome!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toby S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice 4 day stay near Roman Forum

Our host, Santino was excellent. Good response to emails via VRBO. Apartment was clean and in nice condition Santino even helped me carry in our luggage to the apartment. I highly recommend his apartment. Good location, lots of restaurants, bakeries and shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and helpful hosts

My family and I stayed here while visiting Rome. My mom can’t climb stairs well, so we were relieved for the elevator! The hosts were so helpful and quick with any question we had about the property or Rome. Just steps outside the door were archeological sites, monuments, and restaurants. I would definitely stay here again and recommend to friends and family!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coleman H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The hosts met us when we checked in and could not be more kind. They were very detailed. The location could not have been any better. Everything was within walking distance. Very, very, very close. When we left, one of our wallets with identification and money was left. The hosts reached out to us immediately to get it returned. We really could not be more happy with the visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very positive experience

Communication was timely, informative, and helpful. Check in was smooth and helpful. The property is in a great location near historic sites and in a local neighborhood. Property manager was very accommodating and helpful. It was a very positive experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place for a family to stay in Rome

Wonderful location, clean and comfortable. Santino was very helpful and met us on location to show us how everything worked. Would love to stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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