Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Rome · Lazio
Ateneo Garden Palace
A traditional 4-star stay in Rome's San Lorenzo, with a leafy garden, rooftop breakfast and easy metro access.
- Garden and terrace for quiet downtime
- Buffet and rooftop breakfast praised by guests
- 10-minute walk to Castro Pretorio metro
8
Great
1839 reviews
Booking.com 8 · 1839 reviews
About
Ateneo Garden Palace
Ateneo Garden Palace is a 4-star hotel on Via Dei Salentini 3, in Rome's San Lorenzo district. Castro Pretorio metro is about 10 minutes away on foot, Termini Station is a similar walk according to one guest, and Ciampino airport is around a 25-minute drive. The Roman Forum is nearly 25 minutes on foot, which keeps the main sights reachable without changing hotels.
Public spaces include a garden, a terrace, and a bar/lounge area. The hotel's amenity list includes air conditioning, heating, soundproofing, flat-screen TVs, free toiletries and parquet floors; guest reviews mention a garden setting connecting to a room. A 24-hour reception, lift, luggage storage, express check-in/out and meeting facilities cover the practical side, and pets are allowed.
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Luggage storage
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Breakfast is a clear highlight — Guests mention a buffet breakfast, a rooftop breakfast with wide views, and options that offer good value. It comes up in review after review as a satisfying start to the day.
- Location works for both metro and station — Castro Pretorio is about a 10-minute walk, Termini Station is around a 10-minute walk, and the Roman Forum is nearly 25 minutes on foot. One guest also notes easy access to bus lines.
- Friendly, able staff — Several guests note helpful and efficient staff, including an English-speaking team at reception and a warm welcome at check-in.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Rooms and cleanliness is the weakest score — At 6, it trails the hotel's other categories by a clear margin. Reviews call the hotel old-fashioned and the rooms comfortable, but the low score suggests the bedrooms aren't the main reason to book.
- Check-in ends at 23:00 — Although there is a 24-hour reception, the stated check-in window is 14:00 to 23:00. Late arrivals should plan for this in advance.
- Rooms are set up for specific party sizes — One family of five booked a triple room and the hotel initially pushed back at check-in before adding an extra bed. Check the room type and bed configuration carefully when booking.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Quadruple Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Comfort Triple Room
- 1 King-size bed
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
In-room comforts
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Free toiletries
- Parquet floor
Hotel services
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in / check-out
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Safe deposit box
- Pets allowed
- Tours / Ticket assistance
- Meeting / Banquet facilities
- Fax / Photocopying
Food and drink
- Bar / Lounge area
Common spaces
- Terrace
- Garden area
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8/10 from 1,839 reviews
Booking.com · 8 · 1839 reviews
8Verified guest“Once you work out the routes, the buses and metro are easy to use. I booked a triple for my wife, mother, five-year-old twins and myself, assuming we could manage; the hotel wasn't keen at check-in, saying that's not how it's done in Rome, but they eventually brought an extra bed so we were comfortable. The buffet breakfast was decent, and for a budget-conscious family I'd recommend it.”
8Verified guest“Breakfast came with Nutella, pastries and a panoramic view. The location felt unbeatable, with an underground station within walking distance of the hotel.”
8Verified guest“I really liked the garden setting next to the room. It's an easy ten-minute walk to the train station, and the English-speaking staff were helpful.”
8Verified guest“The reception staff were excellent, the room was nicely decorated and quiet, and there were good continental breakfast options.”
8Verified guest“The staff provided really good service.”
8Verified guest“A wonderful, old-fashioned hotel with nice garden views. The location is marvellous, very quiet yet close to Rome's main sights, San Lorenzo, Termini Station and the main railway station. There's also great food at a nearby rooftop restaurant.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
San Lorenzo: The hotel sits on Via Dei Salentini 3, in Rome's San Lorenzo district. Guests describe a quiet neighbourhood with local Italian restaurants and a pleasant stroll through the streets.
Transport: Castro Pretorio metro is about a 10-minute walk, and Termini Station is a similar distance, according to one guest. Ciampino airport is around a 25-minute drive.
Sights: The Roman Forum is nearly a 25-minute walk, and one guest notes easy access to bus lines and the metro once you've worked out the routes.
Via Dei Salentini 3, Rome, Lazio, 00185, Italy
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 14:00-23:00
- Check-out
- By 06:00-11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 32 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time can I check in and out?
Check-in runs from 14:00 to 23:00 and check-out from 06:00 to 11:00.
Is breakfast served at the hotel?
Guest reviews mention a buffet breakfast and a rooftop breakfast, but the listing doesn't state whether breakfast is included in the rate. It's worth confirming when you book.
Can I stay with a pet?
Yes, the hotel allows pets.
The bottom line
Ateneo Garden Palace is a calm, dependable base in San Lorenzo: good breakfast, helpful staff, and an easy walk to metro, station and the Roman Forum. Rooms are the weakest part, so book for the location and service rather than the décor.
8Best for travellers who want a quiet, well-connected base and don't need luxury bedrooms.
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