The Rome IndexB&Bs in Rome
The middle ground between hotel service and apartment independence.
What to expect
Rome has a thriving B&B scene — often family-run properties with three to eight rooms in residential buildings, offering a more personal experience than hotels at often significantly lower prices. Breakfast ranges from a proper sit-down spread to a coffee and cornetto at a nearby bar.
Best neighbourhoods
Monti and Trastevere have the highest concentration of well-regarded B&Bs in genuinely characterful settings. Prati is a reliable area for clean, professional B&Bs at fair prices with easy access to the Vatican and metro.
What to check
Lift availability — many Rome buildings have none, which matters with luggage. Air conditioning in summer — not universal even in well-reviewed properties. CIN registration number — the legal requirement for short-let accommodation in Italy.