Hotel California in central Rome offers a comfortable base with in-room WiFi and a convenient snack bar. Friendly staff and a well-regarded breakfast provide guests with the energy and local knowledge to explore the nearby Colosseum and Trevi Fountain.
Located in Rome City Centre, a neighborhood in Rome, Hotel California is near a metro station. Vatican Museums and Castel Sant'Angelo are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Roman Forum and Colosseum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Foro Italico or Stadio Olimpico. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Guests appreciate the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Rome travel guide
Via Principe Amedeo 39, Rome, RM, 185
What's nearby
Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Piazza della Repubblica
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Via Nazionale
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Teatro dell'Opera di Roma
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Getting around
Termini Tram Stop
2 min walk
Rome Termini Station
3 min walk
Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl. Airport (FCO)
45 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
2 min walk
KFC
2 min walk
Trattoria Pizzeria Angelo
2 min walk
Gran Caffe Farini
1 min walk
Binario 37
1 min walk
About this property
Hotel California
Hotel near Via Veneto
Close to Colosseum and Roman Forum, Hotel California provides amenities like a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a vending machine
Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
An elevator, concierge services, and tour/ticket assistance
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel California feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
Snack bar/deli
Family friendly
In-room crib
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
Elevator
More
1 building
6 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 55 per vehicle (one way)
Nearby parking fee: EUR 40 per night (351 ft away)
Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel California pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel California?
As of 25 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel California on 15 June 2026 start from AED 597, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Hotel California?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Hotel California?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Does Hotel California provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 55 per vehicle applies.
Where is Hotel California located?
Located in Rome City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Piazza Santa Maria Maggiore, Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, and Via Nazionale. Roman Forum and Colosseum are also within 1 mi (2 km). Termini Tram Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Farini Tram Stop is 2 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel California Reviews
7.8
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The air conditioner does not work and the bathroom needs maintenance. The breakfast and staff were excellent! The bed is good but the hallway is not clean.
The only good thing about this hotel is location to central station and walking distance to attractions. Facilities are poor, moldy smells, don’t bother breakfast. Water pressure was extremely low to have showers - water pump had problems. I would not recommend this hotel unfortunately.
The room was very clean. The Staff was very helpful & friendly. Breakfast was very good with a nice variety. Convenient 5 minute walk to the train station.
We were very happy overall with our stay. Our room was much more spacious than I expected, and it was newly renovated. We had 4 adults. Breakfast was included which was a pleasant surprise. The location was perfect. Close to Termini and most attractions were within a 15-20 minute walk. Grateful for the elevator! The only minor annoyance was that the sink in the bathroom had no basically no counter space.
The staff could have been a bit friendlier, in my opinion. Overall, I would recommend Hotel California.
Good location, nice receptionist let us checking in early, excellent breakfast…
Peter
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
David
5 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Every member of staff we meet were pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. The only problem we had was the windows didnt stop any of the noise from the road outside coming in. Struggled to sleep. You could also every little noise from the hall way.
Absolutely great location. Close to train station and metro. Literally dozens of restaurant options within walking distance. Affordable. Breakfast area is compact but hotel has people sign up for when they are planning to attend so it works out. Staff great. Building is dated but well maintained.
Spacious room, decent staff, I was not sure how the air conditioning worked.
Griselda
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Mariel
15 October 2025
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Hotel and room was great. Only compliant was the smell that would come out of the toilet during the night. Love how close it is to train station and the different dining options around the hotel. Best of all the laundry service right across the street.
Mariel
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Leina
20 July 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Although it is an old hotel, hotel staffs are very helpful and it is in convenient location, close to terminal station and also free breakfast is plus! They have many restaurants and cafe nearby and also laundry store is just across the hotel.
Everything was absolutely perfect, there was only one thing that was wrong, not sure if this was an Expedia or hotel issue but we did not get the same room we paid extra for… we paid extra for the suite room that has a jetted tub but we did not receive said room.. other than that though, it was amazing and all staff was very friendly!!! The housekeepers were on it and made our room perfect everytime we left, they put extra time into details such as cleaning the mirrors and shower everyday!!!