Nox

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Nox? The name actually makes sense once you’re inside – there’s this sleek, almost moody vibe that somehow works perfectly in a neighborhood where you’d expect all beige and marble everywhere. It’s tucked right on Via Crescenzio, which honestly is one of those streets that feels like a local secret even though it’s practically next door to Vatican City. I mean, you’re literally a five-minute walk from St. Peter’s, but the street itself has this residential calm that most tourists never discover.

The whole place feels like someone actually thought about how people use hotel rooms. The lighting is spot-on – not those harsh overhead bulbs that make you look dead, but actually flattering stuff that makes you want to take photos. The rooms have this contemporary Italian thing going on without being cold or sterile. What I really appreciated was the attention to sound – you’d think being this close to major tourist routes would mean constant noise, but they’ve clearly invested in proper windows and insulation. Even during peak summer when the tour groups are out in force, evenings are surprisingly peaceful.

Here’s what nobody tells you about staying in Prati (that’s the actual neighborhood name, by the way) – it’s where Romans actually live and eat. Walk ten minutes in any direction from Nox and you’ll find family-run trattorias that have been serving the same families for decades. There’s this little coffee place on Via Ottaviano that the hotel staff put me onto, and honestly, it ruined every other cappuccino I had in Rome. The metro connection is right there too, so you can get to Termini or the Spanish Steps without dealing with the chaos of buses or taxis navigating the centro storico.

I stayed here during shoulder season in October, and the staff seemed genuinely enthusiastic about the neighborhood recommendations – not just pushing the obvious tourist spots but actually sharing places they’d go themselves. The check-in was smooth, no drama with luggage storage when I arrived early, and they sorted out a dinner reservation at a place that definitely doesn’t take walk-ins. Small touches, but the kind that make you feel like you’re in good hands. The 8.4 rating feels about right – it’s not trying to be the most luxurious place in Rome, but it absolutely nails what it’s going for. If you want to feel like you’re staying in Rome rather than just visiting it, this is your spot.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $148. Junior Suite with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Superb – Leigh from Australia – 3 December 2024 (9/10)

  Very spacious room, and a shower that didn't leak and was a pleasure to use. Good tea and coffee facilities.

• perfetto – Carla from United States – 9 October 2024 (9/10)

  Location and friendly staff
  
  What could be improved: A little smaller than what we expected

• Nice bedroom, comfy bed – Luciana from Australia – 7 October 2024 (9/10)

  The staff was very sweetie and helpful

• Centrally located and would love to stay again. – Edward from United Kingdom – 2 October 2024 (9/10)

  Centrally located. Room was spacious, clean and bed mattress was excellent(? they use tempur mattress). Bathroom was clean and roomy.
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast is not from the building but you need to walk 100 yards to one of the small cafe.

• Very good – Abdulraheem from Palestinian Territory – 29 September 2024 (8/10)

  What could be improved: The WIFi in the room didn’t work
  We texted the manager but they did not repair it

• Clean, spacious accommodation close to the Vatican and Piazza Navona – Gregory from United States – 22 September 2024 (9/10)

  The location is a 15 minute walk to the Vatican as well as the Piazza Navona and only a 30 minute taxi ride from/to the airport. Plenty of restaurants nearby. The lockbox access was well described with video documentation. The room had a large bed and the bathroom was large. The entire discs was clean. The breakfast voucher for the delicious cafe two blocks away was appreciated.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• A quick and lovely stay in Vatican pratti. Close to enough to still be worthwhile. – Justin from Canada – 9 September 2024 (9/10)

  Very comfortable and well equipped room for our stay. Easy access to local area and very safe.
  
  What could be improved: A bit noisy between the rooms but that’s synonymous with Rome.

• Superb – Seyed from Canada – 1 September 2024 (9/10)

  Great location, we got the bus shuttle from the airport and got off the bus just next to the hotel.
  Everything was clean and tidy.
  Easy check in.
  
  What could be improved: The mattress needs to be changed. It became so soft.

• Superb – Otha from United States – 18 August 2024 (9/10)

  The room was clean, spacious, well maintained and safe.
  
  What could be improved: It was a great room

• Very good – Erik from Sweden – 5 August 2024 (8/10)

  Nice B&B apartment in a good location. Clean. Friendly staff.
  
  What could be improved: The AC was a little too weak for the hot temperatures in Rome when we were there (37 degrees).

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