Deluxe Studio
- 2 King Size Beds
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Guest house · Rome · Lazio
White Vatican
A compact 2-star guest house in Prati, within walking distance of Vatican City and the Metro, with free Wi-Fi in rooms.
- A short walk to Vatican City and the Metro
- Rooms from £44 per night
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms and air conditioning
6.6
Nice
1065 reviews
Booking.com 6.6 · 1065 reviews
About
White Vatican
White Vatican is a 2-star guest house on Via Catone 21 in Rome's Vatican City–Prati district. The same name covers rooms at several nearby addresses, from single rooms to apartments with up to four bedrooms; all are simply furnished and come with a private shower.
The practical list includes free Wi-Fi in rooms, air conditioning, heating, soundproofed rooms, a lift, luggage storage and a paid airport shuttle. It also covers parking, but the guest house is clear about the rules: no smoking, no pets, check-in from 14:00 to 23:59 and rooms to be vacated by 10:00.
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
5 reasons to book- Close to the Vatican and Metro — Guest reviews consistently single out the location, describing it as a short walk from Vatican City and very close to the Metro, with plenty of places to eat nearby.
- Clean and functional rooms — Several reviews mention clean rooms and simple furnishings, which fits the 2-star positioning and the guest house's no-frills approach.
- Helpful, communicative staff — The staff category scores 7.1, and guests specifically praised the reception team, the owner and staff communication.
- Broad choice of room sizes — The room list runs from single rooms to two-, three- and four-bedroom apartments, with some studios and balconies, making the property flexible for groups.
- Useful practical amenities — Free Wi-Fi in rooms, air conditioning, heating, soundproofed rooms, luggage storage, concierge, lift, paid airport shuttle and parking all feature in the amenity list.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Guest rating trails the Rome area average — With a 6.6 rating from 1,065 reviews, White Vatican sits well below the Rome area average of 8.7. The lowest category is value, at 5.8, so it is best approached as a no-frills budget stay.
- Rooms and service are rated modestly — Rooms score 6.4, service 6.2 and general 6.2. Reviews describe basic furnishings and a no-frills stay, so a polished hotel experience should not be expected.
- Rooms may not all be in the main building — Room names include Via Catone 21, Via Famagosta 45, Via Leone IV 38, Viale Giulio Cesare 128 and Via Catone 29, meaning some guests are accommodated outside the main address.
- Check-out is early and pets are not allowed — Guests need to be out by 10:00, despite a check-in window that runs until 23:59. The property is also no-smoking and no-pets, and the airport shuttle is paid.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Two-Bedroom Apartment
- 3 Single beds
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Deluxe Apartment
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Luxury Quintuple Room Via Catone 21
- 3 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Single Room Via Catone 21
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Queen Room Balcony
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Standard Triple Room via Catone 21
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Economy Double or Twin Room via Famagosta 45
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Economy Triple Room via Famagosta 45
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Double or Twin Room via Catone 21
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Luxury Triple Room Via Leone IV 38
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Luxury Double Room Via Leone IV 38
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Single Room Standard via Famagosta 45
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Quadruple Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Triple Room Standard Viale Giulio Cesare 128
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Economy Quadruple Room via Famagosta 45
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Double Room Standard Viale Giulio Cesare 128
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Three-Bedroom Apartment Viale Giulio Cesare 128
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Four-Bedroom Apartment via Catone 29
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Parking
- VIP check-in/out
- Express check-in/out
- Concierge desk
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Fax/photocopying
In-room
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/kitchen utensils
- Flat-screen TV
- Carpeted floor
House rules
- No smoking on site
- No pets allowed
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 6.6/10 from 1,065 reviews
Booking.com · 6.6 · 1065 reviews
6.6Verified guest“Rooms were clean and simply furnished — nothing fancy, but comfortable enough. It was easy to reach the main sights, with only a short walk required.”
6.6Verified guest“The room was cleaned on time and the location was convenient.”
6.6Verified guest“Wonderful stay; the location was ideal, very close to the Metro and within walking distance of the Vatican. Reception staff were excellent, and there was good food and warm drinks available. Private parking was available nearby.”
6.6Verified guest“A lovely hotel in a very convenient position; you can walk to the Vatican or the Metro easily. There are plenty of good places to eat nearby.”
6.6Verified guest“The location was very nice.”
6.6Verified guest“Great location, with all the amenities you could need.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Vatican City: White Vatican sits in the Vatican City–Prati district. Guests say the Vatican is within easy walking distance.
Santa Maria in Trastevere: The property description gives a roughly 25-minute walk to Santa Maria in Trastevere.
Metro and transport: Reviewers note the Metro is very close, making it straightforward to reach other parts of Rome. A paid airport shuttle can be arranged.
Eating out: Guests mention good meal options nearby, and one review singles out the food and warm drinks available during the stay.
Via Catone 21, Rome, Lazio, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 01:00-10:00
- 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
- 35 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
Where is White Vatican located?
White Vatican is on Via Catone 21 in Rome's Vatican City–Prati district, about a 25-minute walk from Santa Maria in Trastevere and within easy walking distance of the Vatican, according to guests.
What are White Vatican's check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out can take place from 01:00, with rooms to be vacated by 10:00.
Are pets allowed at White Vatican?
No, pets are not allowed, and smoking is not permitted on site.
Does White Vatican have parking?
Parking is listed as an amenity, and one review mentions private parking nearby.
The bottom line
White Vatican is a sensible low-cost option in Prati for travellers whose priority is being close to Vatican City and the Metro. It works best for short stays where the room is simply a place to sleep; the low value score and basic set-up mean it won't suit anyone expecting hotel extras.
6.6Best for budget trips centred on the Vatican
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