GEMELLI HOTEL, Rome

The hotel sits in a safe, quiet side street in Rome's north-west, immediately opposite the Policlinico Gemelli and Università Cattolica. The Gemelli regional train station is a 2-minute walk, providing direct service to Rome's city centre (approximately 7 minutes). A bus stop is also 3 minutes away, and the 446 bus reaches Foro Italico. A supermarket and several casual restaurants and takeaways (Burger King, Mascalzone Panino, Tavola Calda Policlinico) are within a 1 km walk. The location is ideal for hospital visits, university conferences, or attending events at Foro Italico, but the surrounding area is quiet and mostly residential.

Double rooms feature a balcony with a quiet street view, air conditioning, a minibar, and a private bathroom with a shower and bidet. Triple rooms have 2 beds and a similar setup. Twin rooms include air conditioning and a minibar. The rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, with very comfortable beds and pillows. Key amenities: flat-screen TV, safe deposit box, electric kettle, work desk, and free Wi-Fi. The air conditioning units are older and can be very noisy, making sleep difficult. The bathrooms are clean but the shower cubicles are extremely small-one of the smallest you will encounter-which can be impractical for larger guests or for washing children. Some rooms have a terrace. Daily housekeeping is provided, and fresh towels are supplied every day.

The breakfast buffet (€9 per person) includes fresh pastries and croissants, cheese, fruits, juice, gluten-free options, and a good coffee machine. The selection is varied and of good quality for the hotel category. On request, plant-based milk can be provided. The bar and coffee shop on site are open for drinks and snacks. Several restaurants and takeaway places are within a 1 km walk, including Burger King, Mascalzone Panino, and Tavola Calda Policlinico, offering additional dining choices without needing to drive.

The hotel has a well-maintained garden and a terrace with outdoor furniture, providing a quiet space to sit outside. There is no pool, gym, spa or sauna. The area itself is quiet but residential, with no major leisure attractions within walking distance. For leisure trips, the train connects quickly to Rome's city centre, and the 446 bus serves the Foro Italico tennis complex.

The hotel's key facilities include free Wi-Fi in all rooms, a lift, and daily housekeeping with towel changes. Luggage storage is available free of charge and is useful for those arriving before check-in or after checkout. On-site paid parking (€20 per day) is available and includes an electric vehicle charging station. A minimarket on site sells essentials. The hotel is wheelchair accessible with emergency cords in bathrooms, lower sinks, raised toilets, grab rails, and a lift. Additional services include breakfast in the room, fax/photocopying (chargeable), and room service. Staff can book a taxi for €60 for airport transfers. No pets are allowed.