Reviews of Beside the Vatican
Via del Gelsomino 100 Int.11, Aurelio, 00165 Rome, Italy

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Reviewed: 28 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 3 October 2025 · Stayed in October 2025
Verified reviewAlexandria was a fantastic host!!!
Reviewed: 27 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 16 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewWe felt like staying at aunt's place. Alessandra truly loves her job. Not only she gave us great restaurant recommendations, she told us how to get around and every morning was giving us tips so we could make the best of our stay. Guidebook she let us borrow for the stay, gave us all the information needed about the Rome. The room was impeccable. Cleaned everyday. AC worked perfectly. The breakfast was a lovely option to meet other travelers and share tips and experiences. We loooved our stay and if we ever come back to Rome we will surely stay here again.
Reviewed: 8 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewAlessandra was an exceptional host. Breakfast was very good.
Nothing could have been better.
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe host is a gem. Very kind and considerate and thoughtful and communicative and full of tips to explore the city.
All good
Reviewed: 6 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewAlessandra is a wonderful host. She's very friendly, very helpful, and an extraordinarily good person. It's a privilege to know her. Frankly, once you get to know her, nothing negative stands out.
Reviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe property is located very close to the Vatican and most popular attractions are within easy walking distance .
Nothing.
Reviewed: 13 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewThe location, the cleanliness of the property and its convenience to nearby restaurants and some shops.
Reviewed: 10 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewGreat Host - obviously very experienced and able to answer our questions. Had some suggestions for restaurants that were great. If you want to visit the Vatican, the location is awesome.
Reviewed: 1 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewAlessandra could not be friendlier and was extremely helpful and wonderful our whole stay. The rooms were clean and the location was perfect. We had such a lovely time at Beside the Vatican which is a perfect base if you are visiting Rome.
There was absolutely nothing we would change, perfect.
Reviewed: 6 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewVery good breakfast!
Reviewed: 9 April 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewFabulously friendly and helpful hostess makes this place a winner! Cosy and comfy, a short walk to the Vatican City, lovely breakfast and a feel at home atmosphere....definitely a go back to place just to see Alessandra.
Reviewed: 8 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe trip to Rome was a celebration for my wife’s 60th birthday and what a fantastic time we had. Rome is our new favourite, well all of Italy really lol Can’t wait to go back.
Reviewed: 17 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewMy mom and her friend had an absolutely wonderful time here. The apartment was spotless, and the host couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful—she even ordered a taxi for them and gave detailed directions whenever they needed. Every morning, the smell of freshly baked croissants greeted them, which was a lovely personal touch. The place itself is very peaceful, with everything they needed on hand, and they especially enjoyed relaxing on the charming balcony. Lovely experience, amazing stay!
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Reviewed: 17 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewAlessandra's hospitality
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Reviewed: 14 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 March 2025 · Stayed in March 2025
Verified reviewThe outside of the building is not that pretty but the apartment on the inside is absolutely gorgeous! The hostess, Alessandra, is a beautiful lovely person who has pride in what she does. She makes you feel special and right at home in her spectacular Bed and Breakfast!!
The outside of the apartment is not the prettiest but once you get familiar with your surroundings then you are fine.
Reviewed: 27 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewAlessandra was the sweetest host, and prepared a lovely breakfast each morning. We truly enjoyed conversing with her. The place was comfortable and clean.
It’s close to St. Peter’s Basilica, but a bit far from the other attractions. There’s a bus stop nearby and personally we didn’t mind, but just something to consider.
Reviewed: 24 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewAlessandra might be one of the most wonderful people I have ever met. She had fantastic recommendations and was so gracious to us when we needed advice or anything she could help with. If you’re looking for a warm welcome to Rome, Beside the Vatican is the place to find it.
It’s a bit longer to the Vatican than 5 mins, but it’s a great quiet location nearby. It can be a bit tough to get to if you’re taking public transport and arn’t familiar with Rome yet.
Reviewed: 10 November 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewI loved the communal breakfast with our hosts who were very chatty and helpful.
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