Il Passetto, Rome

Il Passetto - A Vatican-view townhouse with complimentary breakfast and airport shuttle near St. Peter's Square

Located next to Banca Carige on Piazza Risorgimento, this intimate Rome hotel comprises three color-themed double rooms and a separate studio apartment. Each accommodation features an en-suite bathroom with shower and hairdryer, Italian satellite TV, minibar, and individual climate control. Two rooms offer direct views of Vatican City's northern wall. Il Passetto provides complimentary continental breakfast with fruit, jams, hot drinks, and croissants. The property includes a fitness center, babysitting services, and free Wi-Fi in common areas. Tour assistance and coffee/tea makers are available for guests. The townhouse stands 1640.4 ft from Ottaviano Metro Station, within a 10-minute walk to Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. Notable landmarks within walking distance include Castel Sant'Angelo (1 mile) and Villa Borghese (1.5 miles).

Pros

Views of Vatican City's northern wall from select rooms

Complimentary continental breakfast includes fresh fruit and local pastries

Eight restaurants within 0.3 miles, including 200 Gradi and Bottega Vittoria

Direct access to Ottaviano Metro Station for city exploration

Cons

Limited room count may mean quick sell-outs during peak seasons

2 miles distance to major attractions like the Colosseum requires transportation