Alla Corte Guest House by Hili

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Alla Corte Guest House? Walking into that gorgeous piazza location and realizing I’d basically stumbled into one of Rome’s best-kept secrets. I mean, Piazza Cavour isn’t exactly on every tourist’s Instagram feed, but honestly – that’s what makes this place so perfect. You’re right in Prati, which locals will tell you is where actual Romans live and work, not just where they pose for photos.

The Hili family runs this place, and it shows in all those little details that chain hotels just can’t replicate. The rooms have this authentic Italian elegance without feeling stuffy – think restored period features mixed with actually functional modern stuff (thank god for proper air conditioning in August). What really won me over was the breakfast setup. Instead of some sad continental buffet, they’ve got this spread of local pastries and proper Italian coffee that had me lingering way longer than planned. The staff – and I swear this isn’t just me being nice – genuinely seemed to care about whether I found that little trattoria they recommended or managed to snag tickets to the Vatican without losing my mind in those lines.

Location-wise, you’re about a ten-minute walk to St. Peter’s, but here’s the thing everyone misses: you’re also right next to some of the city’s best everyday spots. That morning market on Via Cola di Rienzo? Pure gold for grabbing fresh fruit or just watching Romans do their thing. The metro’s right there too, so you can actually get around the city without constantly hailing taxis or wearing out your feet on cobblestones. Evenings are surprisingly quiet for being so central – I guess tourists haven’t totally discovered this corner yet, which means you can actually sleep without earplugs. The 8.7 rating makes sense when you experience it firsthand – it’s not trying to be the fanciest place in Rome, but everything works exactly like it should. Sometimes that’s worth more than marble bathrooms and concierge services that cost extra. Plus, and this might sound weird, but there’s something satisfying about staying somewhere that feels genuinely Roman rather than generically luxurious.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $122. Standard Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $122. Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $161. Superior Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• It was a comfortable stay. They were very accommodating. We would likely come back. – Queenie from United States – 30 June 2025 (8/10)

  It’s was clean, the staff are great & helpful. It was spacious.

• Exceptional – Holly from United Kingdom – 24 June 2025 (10/10)

  Good location and good price!

• Stunning accommodation – would recommend – Lydia from United Kingdom – 29 May 2025 (9/10)

  Beautiful apartment.
  Great space for a family room – sleeping 4.
  The main bed is absolutely huge which could easily sleep parents & child making this a 5 person option (if permitted)
  The sofa bed has a separate single mattress underneath. We were able to move it next to the main bed.
  Very clean
  Beautiful & very large shared kitchen.
  Access to a small lift
  Great communication with hosts within working hours.
  Very quiet ( over looking court yard).
  Location approx. 10 mins to St Peter’s Basilica. Area felt safe. Beautiful architecture. Very close to the Tiber river lovely for walks & other local sites of interest.
  Very easy access into Rome & connections to metro & main train station
  Police station next door – very quiet
  
  What could be improved: No iron. For such a lovely accommodation, this let the facility down & affected our stay. The shared kitchen could easily house an ironing board & iron.
  
  No warning of the step on entrance. No markings on the internal step – of which l feel over both as I was trying to navigate family & luggage.
  
  My husband & guest both were unable up gain entry with the key on the second day. The lady was very distressed when we found her, and my husband was let in by another resident.
  
  Lastly, being unable to leave our luggage after check out.

• A perfect and safe place to stay in Rome; I would definitely stay here again! – Ninet from United States – 27 April 2025 (10/10)

  The location was amazing , very central, super safe (right next to a police station). Just behind Castel Sant’Angelo and a few steps to the Vatican. The place was small, but good for a couple, very clean, cozy, and the owner was incredibly attentive and welcoming. Ubers arrived quickly, and overall the experience was wonderful.
  
  What could be improved: The shower water was hot, but I personally prefer extremely hot showers, so it wasn’t as hot as I would have liked, but it was still comfortable.

• Functional base to launch a day’s tourist expedition around Rome – James from United Kingdom – 26 April 2025 (8/10)

  Excellent location adjacent to the Castel Sant’Angelo and short walking distance westwards to Vatican City and eastwards to the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain. Stadio Olimpico in long walking distance too.
  One of 5-6 other rooms in the same apartment space with a shared kitchen area.
  Locating and access to the apartment was tricky but staff were helpful and became easier once regularly used the keyless weblinks.
  Fair sized wardrobe space and bed; serviceable shower/bathroom facilities. Espresso coffee pods and fridge water topped up daily.
  
  What could be improved: Strong gales rattled windows and doors first night which kept me awake as it felt like someone was trying to enter the room!
  Hard wood floors and thin walls meant you could hear neighbours in other rooms and the hallways.

• Great location 👌 – Ilya from Germany – 14 April 2025 (8/10)

  Great location! Clean and convenient. Wireless check-in – check the guide before you come. For us it was a very good offer in this location.
  The mattress was a bit too firm for me.

• Exceptional – Cristea from Romania – 1 April 2025 (10/10)

  Everything was perfect!!

• Perfect place to stay! – Molly from United Kingdom – 30 March 2025 (9/10)

  Everything was perfect for our sightseeing trip! Hotel right next to everything we could walk to various restaurants on a night and all the main attractions easily! The host was amazing so attentive and helped us out throughout our trip even with tourist information! The room had everything we needed, was comfortable, quiet despite being on a main road and had extra amenities like a fridge, microwave, plates etc! Perfect for us!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing, it was all perfect!

• Exceptional – Petra from Hungary – 10 February 2025 (10/10)

  It is located in a very good area

• Exceptional – Petia from Bulgaria – 10 February 2025 (10/10)

  It was very comfortable and cozy 🙂 Location is great, very central and close to everything.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing:) Everything was great:)

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