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Bed & Breakfast · Rome · Lazio

Dal Pontefice

An 8-minute walk from Torre di San Giovanni, this Vatican-area B&B pairs a varied breakfast with straightforward rooms and a staff that guests repeatedly praise.

  • 8-minute walk from Torre di San Giovanni
  • Breakfast with a wide selection, including gluten-free options
  • Rooms with balconies, kettles, and air conditioning
8.4 Great 448 reviews Booking.com 8.4 · 448 reviews

About

Dal Pontefice

Dal Pontefice is a 4-star bed and breakfast set in Rome's Vaticano Prati district, an 8-minute walk from Torre di San Giovanni. It offers a shared lounge, satellite flat-screen TVs, and a terrace, with the city's cultural sights — including Castel Sant'Angelo, roughly a 25-minute walk away — within reach on foot.

The guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating, and tea and coffee facilities, with some featuring balconies. The property includes a coffee shop, a lift, and offers paid airport shuttle service. Breakfast is served in-house, and special diet menus are available; on-site smoking is not permitted.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Breakfast is a highlight — Guests regularly single out the breakfast, mentioning croissants, toast, eggs, cheese, meats, and cappuccino, with gluten-free options also available.
  • Walkable to Vatican sights — Located an 8-minute walk from Torre di San Giovanni and close to St. Peter's Square, making it convenient for exploring the Vatican area on foot.
  • Rooms with extra touches — Several rooms come with balconies, kettles, and sizable bathrooms, plus air conditioning and flat-screen TVs as standard.
  • Attentive staff — The staff and host are described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful at all hours, which contributes to a smooth stay.
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Worth weighing

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  • No pets allowed — The property does not permit pets, so guests travelling with animals will need to look elsewhere.
  • Early check-out window — Check-out is limited to 09:00–10:00, which might feel tight for those hoping for a leisurely morning.
  • Limited room types listed — Only two room categories are shown in the input, which may not suit all group sizes or preferences.
  • Potential noise from central location — Being in the Vaticano Prati district close to transport and landmarks may come with street noise, though no reviews mention it directly.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Apartment

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

Queen Room Spa Bath

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Food & Drink

  • Coffee shop
  • In-room breakfast
  • Special diet menus
  • Children's buffet
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle

Room Features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries

Services & Facilities

  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Lift
  • Shared lounge
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Terrace

House Rules

  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.4
Great 448 reviews

Guest-rated 8.4/10 from 448 reviews

Booking.com · 8.4 · 448 reviews
8.4Verified guest

“The breakfast here was amazing, with plenty of delicious options to choose from.”

8.4Verified guest

“The venue is perfect, with fab food and a stunning location very close to St. Peter's Square. The staff are absolutely perfect and welcoming. The rooms are reasonably spacious and ideal here, with a balcony, big bathroom, and a kettle.”

8.4Verified guest

“Spacious and perfect rooms with a balcony, mini fridge, big bathroom, and marvellous breakfast. Breakfast with really good cappuccino, yoghurt, and cheese. Early check-in and late check-out were possible.”

8.4Verified guest

“The location was great. The room was nicely decorated and well-equipped. The breakfast I had was fantastic, especially the delicious cappuccino.”

8.4Verified guest

“The bed was large, and I loved the well-equipped room.”

8.4Verified guest

“Early check-in and perfect employees. Sensational selection at breakfast, including croissants, toast, eggs, cheese, and meats.”

04 — Location

Getting around Rome

The property sits in Rome.

Vatican City: An 8-minute walk to Torre di San Giovanni and close to St. Peter's Square, with many of Rome's key sights reachable on foot.

Castel Sant'Angelo: About a 25-minute walk from the B&B, this historic castle is a manageable stroll along the river.

Via Gregorio VII 90, Rome, Lazio, 00165, Italy

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 11:00-23:30
Check-out
By 09:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
6 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

Is breakfast included in the stay?

Breakfast is provided at the property, and guest reviews describe it as fantastic and included. Options include croissants, toast, eggs, cheese, meats, and cappuccino, with gluten-free choices available.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in runs from 11:00 to 23:30, and check-out is between 09:00 and 10:00.

Are pets allowed at Dal Pontefice?

No, the property does not allow pets.

Is there an airport shuttle available?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle service is available.

Do the rooms have air conditioning?

Yes, the Apartment and Queen Room Spa Bath both include air conditioning, along with heating.

Is there parking on site?

No parking information is listed, so it's best to check directly with the property for parking options.

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The bottom line

Dal Pontefice is a solid choice for Vatican-focused travellers who value a generous breakfast and a central yet manageable location. The enthusiastic staff reviews and the practical room features (balconies, kettles, air conditioning) tip the balance, though the lack of pet access and a brief check-out window are worth noting before booking.

8.4Our take on who Dal Pontefice suits best.

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