A Roman retreat where comfort meets convenience, allowing travelers to experience the sweet life just moments from the city's most celebrated landmarks.
Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound places visitors in Rome's historic heart, near St. Peter's Basilica. Guests can relax in the garden, use WiFi in their rooms, or linger on the terrace. The helpful concierge and multilingual staff make navigating the city effortless.
Located in Vatican, a neighborhood in Rome, Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound is near a metro station. Castel Sant'Angelo and Vatican Museums are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Piazza Navona and St. Peter's Basilica. Trevi Fountain and Pantheon are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Rome travel guide
Via Rodi 29, Rome, RM, 00195
What's nearby
Vatican Museums
8 min walk - 0.7 km
St. Peter's Basilica
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Sistine Chapel
13 min walk - 1.1 km
St. Peter's Square
14 min walk - 1.3 km
Piazzale Clodio
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Milizie-Angelico Tram Stop
8 min walk
Rome Appiano Station
19 min walk
Ciampino Airport (CIA)
27 min drive
Restaurants
Mae Cafè Vin & Cuisine
3 min walk
Bianca Trattoria
4 min walk
Tulait
4 min walk
Panificio Bonci
2 min walk
Antico Falcone
2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound
Hotel near Vatican Museums
Located close to St. Peter's Basilica and Castel Sant'Angelo, Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound provides an airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Limo/town car service, continental breakfast (surcharge), and express check-in
A front-desk safe, concierge services, and an elevator
A 24-hour front desk, a porter/bellhop, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound offer perks such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Limo/town car service
Food and drink
Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 5 per person
A bar/lounge
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Accessibility
Elevator
More
1 building
5 floors
Built in 2001
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch TV with premium digital channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Tea bags/instant coffee
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Iron/ironing board on request
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per stay
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 continental breakfast: approximately EUR 5 per person
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per stay
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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT058091A1ELHTQZYV
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
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound?
As of 8 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound on 17 June 2026 start from AED 514, 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.
How much is parking?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 50 per vehicle applies.
Where is Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound located?
Located in Vatican, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. Castel Sant'Angelo and Villa Borghese are also within 2 mi (3 km). Milizie-Angelico Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and Milizie/Distretto Militare Tram Stop is 9 minutes.
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Reviews
Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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.
First time in Roma and I was very happy with the room, staff, and service. The location is also good. I forgot a ring and Stefano replied immediately when I texted via WhatsApp. I was able to recover it because a friend went to pick it up. Stefano was very kind and helpful.
Thank you, I will return again.
Well situated. A short walk to St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican museums. Loved the quirky room, drums as end tables and disco ball in the bathroom. King-sized bed was comfortable. Staff was pleasant and attentive from check-in to checkout. Breakfast, which was included, was an excellent way to start the day. Would definitely stay there again if we visit Rome again.
Robert
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Arnold
11 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean and staff were very helpful and courteous.
Arnold
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Liudmila
24 July 2025
It is a great cosy hotel just 20 min walk from Vatican museums. The hotel looks brand new. The room is spacious. The mattress and pillows are comfy.
Liudmila
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Marko
9 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice, quiet place, close to buses, metro, tram and the Vatican. Wonderful restaurants nearby, especially the Antico Falcone (Via Trionfale), and good ice cream at Manny's Gelateria (Largo Trionfale).
Good value for money and close to the Vatican City. Public transport access excellent. Nearby corner shops for Knick knack. Walk with your favourite CD to play otherwise listen to the radio. Love the disco lights in the bathroom. Breakfast is just right, continental with good variety, consistent. You and dine in or outside in the garden. Brilliant staff days and night especially Marco.
This hotel has air conditioning which is needed during summer. It is about a 10-15 minute walk to St Peter’s Basilica and to the metro. The staff are quite helpful and friendly. A special shout-out to Marco for his excellent work! You also get a free bottled water which was a nice touch. All in all. I was quite satisfied with this affordable hotel.
Hotel not signed apart from one projected on the ground outside. Bit difficult to find, even with Google Maps.
Room a bit disappointing as expected something as music related and furnished as one I had in Barcelona. But, had a good bed, small desk (with coffee making machine) and chair, large wardrobe with safe and decent bathroom with a shower stall, which was ok for me but, er, larger people may find it too small. All very clean with cleaners in everyday to make up bed and tidy up. Maybe a bit basic, but it ticked all the boxes for required facilities.
Has a pleasant courtyard for meals out back for breakfast if not raining. My room was on the first floor with a patio door opening onto a common area overlooking the courtyard, with tables and chairs outside each of the three first floor rear rooms. Can sit out in the evenings if you choose.
There is a modern lift for the four floors of the hotel. I've seen reviews for other hotels describing them as being 'tired' hotels, despite great photos on Expedia. Not this one. Possibly a bit basic but you are going out in Rome not staying in your room.
Receptionists very helpful sorting a faulty safe ASAP and showing me the best aircon setting as on the first night I didn’t have it. Other friendly chatting re the football & can borrow cds for the cd player/radio in the room. The two guys in the breakfast room were great and very friendly.
15 mins from St Peter's Square, about 20 from Ottiavano metro. Bus r
No chance to eat breakfast because of airport shuttle schedule.
Walls of my room need cleaning. Very marked up. Also, visible water stains on ceiling.
Very clean, otherwise. Good hot water and pressure.
Maybe it's particularly American but I was surprised I had to locate blankets in the closet.
Bar soap preferable at sink. Towels were nicely sized and neatly prepared. Safe in room was a welcome amenity as we're the slippers.
Biggest complaint is noise. The bar/club noise next door is a big problem as are the wandering partying guests outside yelling etc.
A feature of the hotel is the rooftop bar but it was inaccessible to guests because it was reserved for an 18 year old's birthday party.
Brown water poured from my faucet briefly as it did for another guest next door.
Staff friendly and helpful. Shuttle on time and reasonably priced. It was an amenity in choosing the hotel. Good location for harbor views and restaurants and not too far from spectacular Roman ruins.
Really quiet neighborhood. It’s close to lots of food and shopping areas. It’s about a 10 min walk to the Vatican. Can easily access the metro :) the workers were really nice and friendly. No complaints. Will definitely come back some day!
the hotel's decor all based on musical instruments is very nice
Giorgio
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Fadi
19 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Overall it was a good hotel. Not very many amenities, didn’t feel like hotel but more like apartment. It was in a residential neighborhood with only 2 restaurants on the block. However it was only 10 min walk from everything which was very nice. The staff was amazing though!!! Super friendly and Marco was the best he was so nice and helpful. We had a great experience.
We had a lovely 2 night stay here. Room was clean, bed and pillows were super comfortable and hotel was walking distance to the Vatican. We had a toddler with us, and found the facilities were adequate for our family.
The hotel is easily accessible by public transport from the main stations, but still in a more quiet area. The check in went very smoothly and the staff is very nice and welcoming, they let us leave our luggage after check out for the rest of the day. The room was very nice, clean and we were not disappointed by the disco ball in the bathroom ! Overall a great experience !