Guest House Arco de' Tolomei

Rome
Bed & Breakfast
+39 0658 320819
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Per night
€100 - €230
Bedroom

6 rooms

Sleeps

Rooms sleep 2 – 3

Children welcome
Pets welcome

A fabulous position for this B&B in Trastevere’s fascinating heart and a very warm welcome from Marco and Gianna - guests love it here

Per night
€100 - €230

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€100 - €230 per night

The Experience

A fascinating little B&B in the peaceful medieval Jewish quarter of Trastevere. Floor-to-ceiling shelves heave under the weight of books in the red drawing room, gorgeous pieces of art and sculpture beautify walls and tables, and floors are laid with exquisite parquet; there’s plenty of dark wood and every square inch gleams.

The convivial oval dining table awaits guests eager to sample Gianna’s delicious breakfasts with homemade jams and lots of chatter. Bedrooms, reached through a guest sitting room, have bold flowers, handsome bedsteads and great little bathrooms, while the best have miniature staircases up to private terraces with views that roll down over the terracotta patchwork of Trastevere’s tiny roofs and fascinating web of streets.

Head off across the Tiber to Circo Massimo, the Rome Rose Garden, Palatine hill, the Colosseum and Forum – you’re walking distance from almost everything in the city.

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We think you'll love

  • Being a guest in an authentic Roman home, brimming with character
  • The breakfasts – the main event of the day and where you can get valuable tips from your hosts about your day out
  • Being able to wander the interesting streets of Trastevere and soaking up its history, before you head further afield
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You should know

  • Parking is scarce on the street – much more restful to come without a car
  • Quite a few steps mean it may be tricky for those with less mobility
  • There are no TVs but the WiFi is good

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Spa
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Bar
  • Barbecue
  • Licensed premises
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Accommodation

Pricing

Nightly price
from €100
Surcharges
Singles from €125 to €180.
3 Twin/doubles
From €100
3 Triples
From €145

Information

Booking information

Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property
Meals
Restaurants 50m.

Reviews

For first-time visitors to Rome, or better yet, the seasoned return traveller, this is the place to be guided to Rome's secret treasures by your very knowledgeable hosts, Gianna and Marco. After a day of enlightening discovery, come back to their cosy antique home as a true houseguest. A sumptuous breakfast awaits you in the morning and what a divine spot from which to just wander and explore!
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Roz

This was a delightful place to stay. Marco and his wife and staff were very warm and hospitable. Marco talks to all his guests over a delicious breakfast (including his wonderful home-made jam), taking a great interest in how they would like to spend their day. He suggests interesting places to visit apart from the well-known attractions of Rome, and also recommends local restaurants. Trastevere is a wonderful area. It has a wonderful atmosphere, good restaurants and is within easy walking distance of the centre of Rome. We very much enjoyed crossing the Tiber each morning and evening.


Paul

This is one of those gems you find every now and then. It’s a quirky little B&B situated in the less touristy part of the area which is both convenient and quiet. The room itself was pleasantly furnished with some tasteful bric-a-brac, air conditioning and a good sized terrace. The owners, Marco and Gianna, are an absolute delight and could not be more welcoming or more helpful. Marco knows all the local restaurants and will help plan your trips into Rome suggesting sites off the tourist routes that are just wonderful. Our next trip to Rome, accommodation is already chosen. A treasure.


Location

The neighbourhood

The owners' favourite restaurant is around the corner – Trattoria Da Teo, for Roman classics with seasonal ingredients and outdoor seating in summer. It's a 15-minute walk to the lively Sunday flea market, Porta Portese and a 20-minute walk to Testaccio – trendy, offbeat, and where Romans dine at a variety of authentic trattorie. For panoramic views head to Aventine Hill and the Orange Garden.

Local points of interest from Marco Fè d'Ostiani

  • Trastevere is the most characteristic area of Rome and there are lot's of restaurant and pubs for any taste and pocket from simple traditional "Trattorie" to some very good sea food place.
  • The river is less than 100 meters far from our B&B and it helps a lot when you have to come back after a long day around in the city
  • All the main sights are at a walking distance but in the evening when you'll come back you'll enjoy the quiet and relaxed atmosphere of a little village
  • The side of Trastevere is still an authentic area and not touristy
  • It's a pleasure to be back in a quiet side of the city after a long day walking through the main busy sights

Introducing

Marco Fè d'Ostiani

The house has been in Marco’s family for 200 years – he and his wife Gianna are warmly sociable and look after you beautifully. They’re much travelled too and have filled the family home with bits and pieces from their journeys. Gianna is a superb cook and they both have oodles of local tips to make the best of your time in the city.