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Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire

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Veduta del Mercato e colonna di Traiano
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Piazza del Grillo
Palazzo di Casa
Portone entrata palazzo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4645.8 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Roma
  • Trevi Fountain
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Colosseum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Pantheon
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Rome (FCO-Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Shower room 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire

IL GRILLO AI FORI ROMANI" (The Cricket at the Roman Forum)
is a welcoming home for your Roman holiday.
Apartment in historic building, in the historical center of Roman Empire
From the windows you can admire the ruins of the Forum of Augustus and Trajan's Market, home of the Knights of Rhodes and the beautiful square where the famous palace of the Marchese del Grillo (see movie).
The Coliseum, Palatine Hill, St. Peter in Chains, Piazza Venezia and the Vittoriano, the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, the Capitol, the Ara Coeli, Teatro Marcello, the Mouth of Truth, Circus Maximus, Terme di Caracalla, the Tiber Island and the Quirinal and the beautiful Trevi Fountain are reachable with a pleasant walk (10 "real" minutes!).The house, tastefully renovated and equipped with every comfort and can accommodate families and small groups of friends up to six people.
To meet all his needs, guests have access to a kitchen (breakfast included in price. "product packaged from housewife pantry"), and a living room with a sofa bed, a bathroom with shower and two bedrooms..
The double bedrooms "Suite of Augustus" from the windows you can admire the square and the Forum of Augustus.
The double bedrooms of "Trajan" quiet but hides the charm of its terrace
Each room has air conditioning and indipendent heating, TV and wireless Internet wi-fi access.
"The Cricket at the Roman Forum" is ideal Holiday for a romantic and exciting for those who love the story of "Caput Mundi Rome".

Property manager

Santino Pistella
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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 cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number IT058091C2MGYM3MKA

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
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Rome

Located in Rome, this apartment is in the city center. Vatican Museums and Castel Sant'Angelo are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Via del Corso and Via Veneto. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Foro Italico or Stadio Olimpico.
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Roma

What's nearby

  • Roman Forum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Trevi Fountain - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Colosseum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Pantheon - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Piazza Navona - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Cavour Station - 8 min walk
  • Rome Termini Station - 19 min walk
  • Ciampino Airport (CIA) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante Angelino Ai Fori - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Taverna dei Fori Imperiali - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Massenzio Ai Fori e Ristorante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taverna Romana - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Melo - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rome: House in the heart of the 'Roman Empire located?

Located in Rome City Centre, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Via Nazionale and Roman Forum. Trevi Fountain and Colosseum are also within 15 minutes. Cavour Station is 8 minutes by foot and Colosseo Station is 8 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Misty S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We felt really well located, we wanted something a little quieter as we were traveling with my mom and daughter. Very close walk to the colosseum! Everything was super nice and he was a fabulous host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

cathy g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Very nice place. Well situated
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location great Little Apartment

The Apartment had everything you needed. Great Air Conditioning with Rome being so hot. Fabulous location 10 Mins to Colosseum and Trevi Fountain. Lots of Restaurants and Pizzerias close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rome stay in the middle of the city.

The apartment was comfortable and conveniently located in Rome. We were able to walk to many sights and nearby restaurants. Our host was helpful and easy to contact. I would recommend this property to all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an ideal location to spend some time in Rome. It’s centrally located. The rooms are comfortable and the apartment is clean. The host was most accommodating. I would definitely recommend this apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Santino for sharing your lovely apartment. We came to Rome early before a cruise. The apartment is perfectly situated and close to many of the historical sites of Rome and many restaurants. We were able to walk to most historical sites. Santino is very responsive and arranged our pick-up from the airport and our transfer to the port. Thank you for making our visit to Rome perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Apartment

Stayed here a few days. Santino and Carmela were amazing. Allowed us to drop our luggage early so we didn’t have to cart them all over. The apartment is in an amazing location. We walked to everything. The coliseum and Trevi Fountain are literally a 10 minute walk. Shops and amazing restaurants are all right there. The apartment was very clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely recommend and would stay here again when in Rome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heart of Monti

Clean and comfortable apartment in the heart of ancient and historic Monti. Walk to the Colosseum in less than 10. Plenty of other landmarks within walking distance. Nice neighborhood with plenty of restaurants, a local market and Flor which has the best gelato around.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rome, in the city

Location, location.... Short walk to colosseum. Santino was great to work with, did everything to work with our schedule.We landed at FCO early morning, train to Rome was easy. Got there early, was able to drop our bags so we could get in our way. Took Uber to Vatican, just about everything else is walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well-equipped apartment - great location!

If you are looking to visit the most famous sites of Rome, this apartment is located perfectly for you. It's in the middle of the action but also quiet at night. The elevator was a huge plus! The kitchen and bathrooms were well-stocked and everything was very clean. Santino was responsive and helped us get transportation to the airport. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good central spot with the basics you need

The apartment was in good condition. We particularly appreciated the AC, as we were there during a heat wave. The location is very central and within walking distance of the colosseum. The buses in the area tend to be packed, though, so not the easiest place for going elsewhere. Lights of cars going by at night are pretty persistent and not blocked by the shutters. Kitchen was small with no eating area to speak of, so plan to eat out mostly. We wouldn't stay here again, but that's primarily due to the location. The apartment was fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great apartment in a great location

We were steps away from the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Great coffee, restaurants, and gelato were located in the same neighborhood. Easy walking to many other major tourist sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay here!

My family of 3 (2 adults and a 13 year old) loved our time in Rome and stay at this apartment. The location was wonderful (right near everything, but still quiet at night) and it was a great amount of space for 3.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for our visit to Rome

Santino is an outstanding host. His instructions to enter the building and apartment were easy and accurate. The apartment was comfortable and close to everything. Stress-free accommodations contributed to a great stay in the city!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you need

We had a fantastic stay at Santino’s apartment in the heart of Ancient Rome. It was clean and well-stocked, and in walking distance to plenty of shops, restaurants, and sites of interest such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, and Pantheon, to name a few. Santino was a communicative host and arranged our airport transfer which was convenient and reasonably priced. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

The property was very clean and was in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place for a family to stay in Rome

Wonderful location, clean and comfortable. Santino was very helpful and met us on location to show us how everything worked. Would love to stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, full of charm

Loved our stay in Rome in Santino’s apartment. He greeted us personally and his place had all the comforts of home. Comfortable beds, extra plug converters, kitchen needs, restaurant recommendations, books on Rome,and more. Very convenient location for things we wanted to do.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for exploring Rome

We loved staying at this apartment! It is in a wonderful location for exploring Rome - walking distance everywhere and a beautiful view. We wish we could have stayed longer! Santino was so warm and welcoming and made everything so easy. We loved all.his foodie recommendations 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for exploring the Jangfrau region

This apartment has everything you need to enjoy the region. Comfortable accommodation and Christin is available wirh any assistance or advice you need. Super clean and located away from the crowds with a spectacular waterfall view, cant be heat!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Living like a Roman

The photos don’t lie—what you see is exactly what you get! We needed a spot that could comfortably accommodate four people, and this place delivered. But the real magic? The location. It was a dream for exploring Rome! From sunrise to late night strolls, we could wander the city, soak in the sights, and effortlessly pop back to our place for a quick refresh—a drink, a break, or just a moment to recharge.By day two, we didn’t even need Google Maps. The location was so central, we had a natural sense of where we were. And mornings? Pure bliss. Strolling down the street to the local café, indulging in a flaky pastry and a perfectly brewed coffee—this stay made us feel like true Romans.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Location was perfect and communication was fast. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Apartment! Best location!

Beautiful! Gracious and welcoming hosts. Location couldn’t be better. Apartment was clean, roomy, and had everything we needed. Excellent all around!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Location

Our stay far exceeded our expectations. This apartment is located within walking distance of anything you want to see in Rome; The Coliseum, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Museums, Restaurants, Shops etc. The apartment is in a quaint beautiful area and the building is beautiful. The apartment is charming with everything you need for a great stay. The shower water temp and pressure were great, the bedrooms are spacious and beds were very comfortable, and the building is quiet. Our host Santino couldn't have been any more accommodating. He helped us out with special requests and provided very good check in/entry instructions. We loved our time there and highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect apartment, very friendly host and great location!!!

Overall experience was excellent. I highly recommend staying here. The host (Santino) could not have been nicer and has excellent recommendations. Next time I’m in Rome I will definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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