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Tibullo Guesthouse

A small Rome guesthouse with consistently high staff ratings, a five-minute walk from the Ottaviano metro and a short stroll to the Vatican.

  • A 5-minute walk from Ottaviano – San Pietro – Musei Vaticani metro station
  • Guest scores of 9.7 for staff and 10 for facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms with air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, and flat-screen TVs
8.6 Great 322 reviews Booking.com 8.6 · 322 reviews

About

Tibullo Guesthouse

Tibullo Guesthouse is a small property on Via Tibullo 20 in Rome, about five minutes' walk from Ottaviano – San Pietro – Musei Vaticani metro station. The building has a lift, luggage storage, a safe deposit box, and a snack and drink vending machine, with key access and security on site. Rooms start from £86 per night.

Guest rooms are soundproofed and come with air conditioning, heating, flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and free toiletries; the Triple Room adds city views. The guesthouse holds an overall rating of 8.6 from 322 reviews, with guests praising a calm atmosphere, a good breakfast with fresh pastries from a nearby bakery, and attentive staff, especially host Michelle.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Staff and service are the real draw. — Guests repeatedly describe warm, attentive hospitality, with special mention of host Michelle arranging taxis and handling requests. The staff rating sits at 9.7.
  • Location works for first-time Rome visits. — The metro is a five-minute walk away, and guests mention easy walking access to the Vatican, Castel Sant'Angelo, Piazza Navona, and the Trevi Fountain.
  • Guests rate the facilities a perfect 10. — Rooms come with soundproofing, air conditioning, tea and coffee facilities, and flat-screen TVs, while reviews also mention personal fridges and memory foam pillows.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Check-in windows are tight. — Standard check-in is limited to 10:00–13:00, and check-out is at 10:00. Guests arriving later in the day will need to plan around this.
  • Bathroom layout can vary by room. — Some guests describe an attached private bathroom, while another mentions a separate bathroom. If an ensuite is essential, confirm the specific room before booking.
  • Pets aren't allowed. — The house policy is no pets, which limits options for travelers with animals.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Double Room

  • 1 Double bed,2 Single beds or 1 Double bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Guesthouse services

  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Luggage storage
  • Housekeeping
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Cots

Food & drink

  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Room comforts

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Parquet floor

Safety & policies

  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Internet

  • Wi-Fi

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.6
Great 322 reviews

Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 322 reviews

Booking.com · 8.6 · 322 reviews
8.6Verified guest

“Three nights here left a strong impression. The room was spacious and attractive, with an ensuite bathroom, and the breakfast spread had plenty of choice, all of it tasty. The location was excellent, and the staff were friendly.”

8.6Verified guest

“A genuinely lovely way to end my trip. The building and rooms were beautiful, with a separate bathroom. Staff were exceptionally pleasant and customer care was spotless. The location put me near all the main monuments, plus shops, restaurants, and public transport.”

8.6Verified guest

“A wonderful stay. The location was fantastic, just a short walk from the Vatican, and the atmosphere was calm. Host Michelle was attentive and took care of every request with a warm smile.”

8.6Verified guest

“A perfect small hotel with genuinely pleasant staff. It feels very central, and Piazza Navona is close by.”

8.6Verified guest

“Customer care was impeccable, and on-site parking was appreciated. Breakfast included fresh bread from a bakery just around the corner. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, and the location worked wonderfully for public transport from the airport.”

8.6Verified guest

“Michelle met us with a warm smile and good stories about Rome. The location was ideal for exploring — the Vatican and Castel Sant'Angelo were both a short walk away. Each morning we enjoyed fresh croissants from the nearby bakery with coffee from the complimentary machine in the lobby.”

04 — Location

Getting around Rome

The property sits in Rome.

Vatican & Castel Sant'Angelo: Guest reviews describe the guesthouse as a short walk from the Vatican, with Castel Sant'Angelo also easy to reach on foot.

Metro & Airport Links: Ottaviano – San Pietro – Musei Vaticani metro station is nearly a five-minute walk away, and one guest praised public transport connections from the airport.

Eating & Shopping: A nearby bakery supplies fresh bread and croissants, and the restaurant Il Sorpasso earned a mention for its grilled meats. Shops and restaurants are close by.

Piazza Navona & Trevi Fountain: Guests note that Piazza Navona and the Trevi Fountain are within walking distance.

Via Tibullo 20, Rome, Lazio, 00193, Italy

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

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Check-in
From 10:00-13:00
Check-out
By 10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Tibullo Guesthouse?

Check-in runs from 10:00 to 13:00, and check-out is at 10:00.

Is Tibullo Guesthouse close to the Vatican?

Yes. Guest reviews repeatedly describe it as a short walk from the Vatican, and the Ottaviano – San Pietro – Musei Vaticani metro station is nearly five minutes away.

Are pets allowed at Tibullo Guesthouse?

No. The guesthouse's amenity list and policies both state that pets are not allowed.

Does Tibullo Guesthouse have air conditioning?

Yes, air conditioning and heating are among the listed room amenities, and the Triple Room includes both.

The bottom line

This is a reliable, well-liked guesthouse for Rome visitors who want to be near the Vatican and metro. Staff and facilities get the strongest praise; the main thing to plan around is the limited check-in window.

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