LUDUS ROOMS

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about LUDUS ROOMS? I was expecting another generic boutique place, but walking into this spot on Via di San Giovanni in Laterano actually felt like discovering someone’s well-curated secret. The building itself has that solid Roman character – you’re literally a two-minute walk from the Basilica of San Giovanni, which honestly most tourists rush past on their way to the Colosseum, but locals know it’s just as stunning without the crowds.

The rooms here are what I’d call thoughtfully modern – they’ve clearly put effort into the details without going overboard with the design-magazine aesthetic. The beds are seriously comfortable (I’m picky about this), and the bathrooms have that satisfying weight to the fixtures that makes you feel like everything’s built to last. What really impressed me was how quiet it stays at night, even though you’re right in Monti. I mean, this neighborhood can get lively – especially around the wine bars on Via del Boschetto – but somehow the rooms block out most of the street noise. The air conditioning actually works properly too, which… well, if you’ve stayed in Rome in July, you’ll appreciate that detail.

But here’s the thing that really sets this place apart – the location is kind of perfect for people who want to feel like they’re living in Rome rather than just visiting it. You’re tucked into this residential corner of Monti where you’ll see the same baker every morning and the same nonna walking her tiny dog every evening. The metro stop at San Giovanni is literally around the corner, so you can get anywhere in the city without dealing with the chaos around Termini. Plus, there’s this little alimentari across the street where you can grab proper prosciutto and mozzarella di bufala for breakfast – way better than hotel breakfast buffets, honestly. The staff seems to get this too; they’re not pushing tourist trap recommendations but actually know which trattoria serves the best carbonara in the neighborhood (spoiler: it’s not the one with English menus). I stayed here during shoulder season and it felt like I’d found this perfect balance between authentic Roman life and comfortable accommodation – which, let’s be honest, is exactly what you want when you’re trying to fall in love with a city rather than just check monuments off a list.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $261. Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $261. Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $261. Large Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $302. Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $321. Large Double Room with 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Exceptional – Christian from United States – 29 June 2025 (10/10)

  Laura staff

• Amazing will be back – Christopher from United Kingdom – 24 June 2025 (10/10)

  The lady who owns/hosts was amazing it was our honeymoon she upgraded us for free and left roses and free prosecco on the bed she couldn't have been any nicer or more helpful. Cool view of the collesuem close to plenty bars and resteraunts along the street where its located close to the metro from Termini too

• Very good – Maria from United Kingdom – 21 June 2025 (8/10)

  I loved how close it is to the colosseum, close to the supermarket and restaurants. I also loved the small balcony outside where i had my breakfast and the fact that i had an easy access to the kitchen.

• Great stay – Briony_b from Australia – 17 June 2025 (10/10)

  Perfect location near the colosseum and very comfortable room. Staff were super friendly. Kept up to date via Whatsapp even when I had a mix up over my arrival time, they went above and beyond to help out. Very safe part of Rome to walk around and close to a lot of good restaurants. Will definitely return.
  
  I saw some comments about noise – I didn't have an issue, the only time I heard anything was one morning when people were either checking in or out so were in the corridor, but no other noise, the double glass doors kept everything out, even when there was a street party right outside

• Location – Manuel from United States – 16 June 2025 (10/10)

  Right in the coliseum
  
  What could be improved: Stairs but it's a old building and it's not the first time there

• Incredible . Location . Stay . But our host made it ! – Matthew from United Kingdom – 11 June 2025 (10/10)

  The hotel & location was incredible but the thing that made the stay was our host . We will be back .
  
  What could be improved: Nothing it was an incredible stay . I thought it couldn’t get any better but our host made our time while we was in Rome .

• Very good – Jerry from United States – 29 May 2025 (8/10)

  Room was clean, Staff was friendly and helpful.
  
  What could be improved: Had to carry bags up three flights of stairs.

• Amazing location, with friendly, knowledgeable staff. – Emily from United States – 31 March 2025 (8/10)

  Beautiful rooms with balconies that could see coloseum if you leaned out a bit. Friendly, accommodating staff worked with out early arrival.
  
  What could be improved: Traveling with two small children, we had a lot to carry. There was no elevator up, but staff helped move our luggage.

• Highly recommend to stay when in Rome – Jurgita from United Arab Emirates – 18 March 2025 (10/10)

  Excellent location, literally next to Colosseum. The host is great

• Exceptional – Ric from Australia – 15 March 2025 (10/10)

  Very close to the Colosseum, metro and tram starion. Area is safe and not too crowded.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

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