B&B A Home in Rome

Hotel Description

Honestly, when I first heard “B&B A Home in Rome,” I rolled my eyes a little – you know how these places love to throw around the word “home” like it actually means something. But walking up Via Carlo Alberto, just a few blocks from Termini Station, I have to admit they weren’t totally wrong about the vibe.

The thing about this street is that it’s got this perfect balance – close enough to the station that you’re not dragging your luggage through half of Rome (trust me, those cobblestones get old fast), but far enough that you’re not dealing with all the chaos and, well, let’s call it the “character” that comes with being right on top of a major train hub. The building itself has that classic Roman feel without being stuffy about it, and the owners – they actually live there, which you can tell makes a difference. There’s this genuine warmth when you walk in that you just don’t get at those cookie-cutter hotels near the tourist spots.

What really got me was how they handle the details that matter when you’re actually staying somewhere. The rooms have proper shutters (not those flimsy curtains that let in every street light), and honestly, the beds are better than what I have at home. The breakfast situation is legit too – none of that sad continental spread with stale pastries. They do fresh stuff, and the coffee… I mean, it’s Rome, so the bar is pretty high, but they clear it easily. The whole place has maybe six or seven rooms, so it never feels crowded, and you’re not fighting for shower time or waiting in line for anything.

Here’s what I really appreciated though – they know the neighborhood. When I asked about getting to Trastevere without taking the tourist route, the owner didn’t just point me toward the metro. He sketched out this walk that goes through some quieter streets, past this little market on Via Emanuele Filiberto that most people miss completely. And when you’re coming back late after dinner (which, let’s be honest, is every night in Rome), the area feels safe and residential rather than sketchy like some parts around train stations can get. The 8.4 rating makes sense – it’s not trying to be the fanciest place in the city, but everything works the way it should, the people running it actually care, and you end up staying an extra night because checking out feels like leaving friends behind. Plus, and this is crucial – the wifi doesn’t cut out every five minutes, which honestly puts it ahead of places charging twice as much in the city center.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $220. Standard Double Room with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $339. Classic Triple Room with 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 3

Reviews

• Good place for a short stay – Francine from Australia – 27 June 2025 (9/10)

  Clean, helpful staff, great location
  
  What could be improved: Difficult check-in system. We had to have a neighbour use his phone to access entry. Once checked in, easy after that with keys.

• Everything you'd expect plus a personal touch – Adele from United States – 1 March 2025 (9/10)

  I appreciated all of the usual aspects–cleanliness, view, quiet. But the thing that made the biggest impact on me was the personal nature of the place. That staff's communication was kind, specific, and accommodating. A staff member provided a good breakfast selection, including protein like prosciutto, eggs, and yogurt. If I return to Rome, I'll return to this place.
  
  What could be improved: This is just a suggestion for the front door to the street: It would be great if the timing on it could be quicker, so it could close about 15 seconds faster. (This also may not be under their control; it's probably a whole building thing.)

• Nice experience – Moufid from Germany – 4 February 2025 (8/10)

  Very good location Close to everything within walking distance. Breakfast very simple. Staff is very friendly
  Room is very clean and big enough and beds are very comfortable

• Good – Ranti from Australia – 1 January 2025 (7/10)

  The location is at the centre with lots of caffee and just in minutes walking towards St Maria Maggiore. The host is very helpful. Easy access with a clear instructions.
  
  What could be improved: WIFI was on and off so I could not do my work.

• Valuable for money – Zarevski from North Macedonia – 16 September 2024 (8/10)

  Perfect location, great breakfast, polite and friendly owners.
  
  What could be improved: N.a

• The location is perfect. It was within walking distance of all the attractions and restaurants. Sergio is a great host – Patricia from Canada – 30 June 2024 (8/10)

  The property was very clean.
  
  What could be improved: It was a little too small of an area and the air conditioner was not blowing good enough cold air.

• Lovely BnB in a convenient location – Lynn from United Kingdom – 21 June 2024 (8/10)

  Located close to Termini station, easy to walk to around Central Rome from here. Good size room, air con was great as it was very hot during our visit. There was a very nice continental breakfast too.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Superb – Amir from Iran – 18 June 2024 (9/10)

  Location,cleanness

• Very good – Athina from Cyprus – 9 March 2024 (8/10)

  Excellent location. Very near Termini Station and right next to the metro. Very good breakfast, very friendly staff. We would go there again.

• Very good – Kevin from United Kingdom – 8 March 2024 (8/10)

  Location was great.
  Close to metro and train station
  
  What could be improved: Trying to locate the place at night

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