Rome hostel reviews

25 hostels in Rome reviewed by EuropeanHostels and our readers.
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Dorms from

$38
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9.2 guest rating
#1 on the map

1 Step From Saint PeterGuesthouse

Via Giovanni Bettolo, 52 (Near the Vatican)

The Basics: 1 Step From Saint Peter 1 Step From Saint Peter is a bed and breakfast with a rather optimistic name, as it’s actually about a 15-minute walk to St. Peter’s Basilica. It does, however, enjoy some sweet and simple rooms on the second floor of a 1920s-era apartment building. ...full details

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Dorms from

$20
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8.1 guest rating
#2 on the map

Alessandro Downtown HostelHostel

Via Carlo Cattaneo 23 (South of the Station)

The Basics: Alessandro Downtown Hostel Located near Termini Station and the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, the Alessandro Downtown Hostel—an off-shoot of the popular Alessandro Palace Hostel in Rome— is a central option with cheap dorms. ...full details

Alessandro Downtown Hostel, Rome

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$22
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8.4 guest rating
#3 on the map

Alessandro Palace HostelOther

Via Vicenza 42 (North of the Station)

The Basics: Alessandro Palace Hostel Located on a quiet street not far from Termini Station, the Alessandro Palace Hostel is a well known backpacker spot that offers private and dorm-style rooms. And get this: The hostel’s bar features a large-scale ceiling mural of Michelangelo’s “The Creation”! How’s that for cheap-and-chic? ...full details

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Doubles from

$103

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#4 on the map

Alice in WonderlandB&B

Via Paulucci De Calboli 60 (Near the Vatican)

The Basics: Alice in Wonderland Located in the Prati neighborhood of Rome and close to lots of bars, shops and restaurants, the Alice in Wonderland hostel-slash-bed-and-breakfast makes for a solid base in the Eternal City. The hostel is also close to transportation; it’s one stop to the Vatican and just two stops to the Spanish Steps. ...full details

Alice in Wonderland, Rome

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$57
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8.8 guest rating
#5 on the map

Blue HostelHostel

Via Carlo Alberto 13 00185 (South of the Station)

The Basics: Blue Hostel The Blue Hostel is so close to Rome’s central Termini train station that the manager will come to meet you and walk you to the property  himself. The hostel, more like a cheap-and-chic B&B, is housed out of a former convent dating to the 17th-century. ...full details

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Dorms from

$17
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7.4 guest rating
#6 on the map

Ciao Bella HostelHostel

Via Quattro Fontane, 159 (Spanish Steps)

Hostel Description Located within a few minutes’ walk of Rome’s famous Trevi fountain, the central Chianti Hostel caters to a youngish crowd (guests must be between the ages of 18 and 35). The staff will even arrange a pasta party if you happen to be here on your birthday! ...full details

Ciao Bella Hostel, Rome
Dorms from

$21
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8.0 guest rating
#7 on the map

Colors Hostel and Hotel2 star hotel2 star hotel

Via Boezio 31 (Near the Vatican)

The Basics: Colors Hostel and Hotel The Colors Hostel is a hotel-hostel hybrid that’s located just a short walk from the Vatican in Rome. Here you’ll find both dorm-style rooms and private doubles and triples. ...full details

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Dorms from

$11
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7.6 guest rating
#8 on the map

Freedom TravellerHostel

Via Gaeta, 25, (North of the Station)

The Basics: Freedom Traveller The Freedom Traveller is located about a ten-minute walk  north of Termini Station. Its location doesn’t boast much, but the hostel itself packs on the extras. From free croissants and coffee at breakfast to weekly pizza parties, this is a solid pick for backpackers visiting the Eternal City. ...full details

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Dorms from

$34
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9.2 guest rating
#9 on the map

Funny Palace HostelHostel

Via Varese 33/31 (North of the Station)

The Basics: Funny Palace Hostel Located a few blocks north of the Termini train station in central Rome, the Funny Palace Hostel has a funny way of welcoming guests. You check-in via a kiosk in a busy laundromat before getting your room key. And while you’re there, you’re given a discount on laundry services! ...full details

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Dorms from

$25
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#10 on the map

Hostel + Hotel PositanoHostel

Via Palestro 49 (North of the Station)

Hostel Description Located in central Rome and a quick walk from the main Termini station, the Hostel and Hotel Positano offers a wide variety of rooms—from private doubles to larger dorms. ...full details

Hostel + Hotel Positano, Rome

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$21
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7.5 guest rating
#11 on the map

Hostel BeautifulHostel

Via Napoleone III No. 35 (South of the Station)

The Basics: Hostel Beautiful Situated just a hop, skip and a jump from Rome’s main Termini train station, the Hostel Beautiful might make the likes of Roberto Benigni (of “Life is Beautiful” fame) blush with satisfaction. Cheap rooms and free daily maid service? Check please! ...full details

Hostel Beautiful, Rome

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Dorms from

$17
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7.7 guest rating
#12 on the map

Hostel Beautiful 2Hostel

14 Via Milazzo (North of the Station)

The Basics: Hostel Beautiful 2 Located just a half block from Rome’s main Termini train station and about a fifteen-minute walk from the Colosseum, the Hostel Beautiful 2 offers cheap and appealing accommodations in the heart of the Eternal City. ...full details

Hostel Beautiful 2, Rome
Dorms from

$21
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5.5 guest rating
#13 on the map

Hostel Eden RomeHostel

Via Giolitti No. 213 00185 (South of the Station)

Hostel Description Conveniently located just across the street from Rome’s Termini Station, the Hostel Eden Rome is a central option with both private rooms and dorms on-the-cheap. ...full details

Hostel Eden Rome, Rome

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Dorms from

$17
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#14 on the map

Hostel LellaHostel

Via Palestro 9 (North of the Station)

The Basics: Hostel Lella Centrally located just north of Rome’s Termini station, the Hostel Lella is a good, reasonably priced base from which to explore the Eternal City. The busy Corso Italia is just a few blocks away. ...full details

Hostel Lella, Rome

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Dorms from

$17
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8.0 guest rating
#15 on the map

Hotel and Hostel des Artistes3 star hotel3 star hotel3 star hotel

Via Villafranca 20 (North of the Station)

The Basics: Hotel and Hostel des Artistes Situated about a twenty-minute walk from all of central Rome’s main action, the family-run and friendly Hotel and Hostel Des Artistes is a hybrid property offering both private rooms and dorm beds. A youngish vibe is maintained via its age cap: no one older than 36-years can book a bunk. ...full details

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$24
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8.1 guest rating
#16 on the map

Ivanhoe HostelHostel

Via Urbana, 50 (Monti & Colosseo)

The Basics: Ivanhoe Hostel Located within easy walking distance of both the Colosseum and the Spanish Steps, the Ivanhoe Hostel is a larger-scale party hostel offering dorms with up to 12 beds in central Rome. In addition, there’s lots of common space here where you can kick up your heels after a day of sightseeing. ...full details

Ivanhoe Hostel, Rome
Dorms from

$11
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7.0 guest rating
#17 on the map

MJ Place HostelHostel

Via Solferino 9 (North of the Station)

Hostel Description Located just a few blocks from Rome’s Termini train station and within walking distance of many central sights, the MJ Place Hostel (sometimes called M&J Hostel) has a range of dorms and private rooms on tap. ...full details

MJ Place Hostel, Rome
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$23
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7.5 guest rating
#18 on the map

Pensione Ottaviano HostelHostel

Via Ottaviano 6 (Near the Vatican)

Hostel Description Situated just a few meters (literally!) from St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican in Rome, the Pensione Ottaviano has been providing bunks since 1956. As such, it’s oft-mentioned in guidebooks and raved about by recent guests. ...full details

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$18
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7.2 guest rating
#19 on the map

Pop Inn HostelHostel

Via Marsala 80, (North of the Station)

The Basics: Pop Inn Hostel Talk about door-to-door service: the Pop Inn's front door landing serves as the last stop on the shuttle from Rome’s Ciampino airport. In addition, it's located across the street from the main rail station, Termini, and rooms are cheap and well reviewed by recent guests. Prepare to pop in to the Pop Inn! ...full details

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$26
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7.9 guest rating
#20 on the map

Rome City HostelHostel

Viale Ippocrate 91 (Around Rome)

The Basics: Rome City Hostel Located in a quiet, mostly residential area of Rome (it’s about a twenty-to-thirty minute walk to Termini rail station), but within a few minutes’ stroll of a metro stop, the Rome City Hostel deals in cozy, budget accommodations for families and backpackers. ...full details

Rome City Hostel, Rome

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