Borgo San Lorenzo Roma

Borgo San Lorenzo Roma Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Borgo San Lorenzo Roma, you immediately sense this isn’t your typical Roman hotel. The building has this understated elegance that feels authentically Italian — not the touristy kind of authentic, but the real deal. It’s tucked into the San Lorenzo neighborhood, which honestly took me by surprise. I mean, most people stick to the obvious areas, but this four-star gem sits in one of Rome’s most vibrant university districts.

The San Lorenzo Experience

Here’s what I love about staying in San Lorenzo — you’re living like an actual Roman. The streets buzz with students from La Sapienza University, and the whole area has this creative, slightly bohemian energy that’s completely different from the tourist crowds around the Colosseum. You’ll find incredible trattorias where locals actually eat (not just tourists), and the street art scene is pretty remarkable. The hotel’s location puts you right in the thick of it, but when you need quiet, you retreat to this peaceful oasis.

Your Home Base

The room I stayed in struck that perfect balance between modern comfort and Italian character. Nothing felt overdone or flashy — just thoughtful design that actually works. The beds are genuinely comfortable (you know how hit-or-miss that can be in boutique places), and there’s enough space to spread out without feeling like you’re rattling around. What really impressed me was the attention to details that matter when you’re actually living somewhere for a few days, not just passing through. Every element has been carefully considered for extended stays.

Practical Perks

Let’s talk about something that’ll save you headaches — they have private parking on site. If you’ve ever tried to park in Rome, you know this is basically a miracle. Most hotels in the city center either don’t offer parking at all or charge ridiculous fees for spots blocks away. Here, you can actually relax about your car. The staff genuinely knows the neighborhood too, which means you get recommendations that go beyond the standard tourist playbook. Their local expertise truly sets them apart.

Why Guests Love It

The 9.3 rating isn’t just numbers — you feel it in how the place operates. Couples particularly seem drawn to this spot, and I get why. There’s something romantic about discovering a neighborhood that feels like a secret, even though it’s been here all along. The hotel manages to feel intimate without being cramped, sophisticated without being stuffy. You’re close enough to major sights (Termini Station is walkable, and from there you can reach anywhere), but far enough from the chaos to actually enjoy your evenings. Plus, when you tell people back home you stayed in San Lorenzo, you sound like you know something they don’t — which, honestly, you do.

Borgo San Lorenzo Roma Accommodations

Reviews of Borgo San Lorenzo Roma

• Olena from Ukraine (10/10)

  The location is perfect. It takes around 15 min to walk from a central railway terminal. Easy to find a key.

• Renjith from Netherlands (9/10)

  Spacious and new apartment. Have good facilities and closer to Roma Termini

• Szymon from Poland (10/10)

  The apartment is clean and very spacious the area is safe and quiet we really appreciated staying there! The staff was very helpful

• Puneet from Poland (10/10)

  location of the Property.

• Gonçalo from Portugal (8/10)

  Really great support.
  Easy check-in.
  All the basic amenities were available.

• Gareth from Netherlands (10/10)

  Everything ! The apartment is great in an excellent location with the possibility of a paid parking at a very good price . Things were easy, good communication and arrangement for check in and departure .

• Šķerberga from Latvia (9/10)

  Great location, nice and clean rooms.

• Ars09 from Russia (10/10)

  Beatiful novel apartments located 15 minutes walk from Termini in a quiet courtyard. The rooms are spacious and clean with everything you need for long staying. In particular, there are air-conditioning providing a pleasant temperature both in cold and hot weather, large new TV, refrigerator, washing machine, etc. The bed and pillows are very comfortable. A supermarket is located across the street, several others are 5-7 minutes walk. A tram stop is within 100 m, and a bus stop is 5-7 min walk. You can get Colosseo and other attractions in half an hour. The chek-in process is very easy and is explained in details. The staff is very kind and helpful.

• Tomasz from Poland (9/10)

  Great value for money!

• Sinan from Bosnia and Herzegovina (10/10)

  I especially liked the very comfortable mattress and pillows, the quiet environment, so sleeping was very pleasant. Everything is as in the pictures, neat and clean.

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