Across the Tiber, on Via Orazio, the Hotel Piccolo Imperiale is in the Prati district, next to Castel Sant’Angelo. It is a 3-star hotel with free wifi and TV with Sky channels. It is a good fit if your trip revolves around the Vatican and the historic centre.
Location and getting around
Castel Sant’Angelo is about 5 minutes away on foot. Piazza Navona, Piazza del Popolo and St Peter’s Square are about 15 minutes away, and the Vatican Museums entrance about 20.
According to the hotel, Lepanto Metro station is a 5-minute walk away and there is a bus stop right in front of the building.
Rooms and facilities
All rooms have air conditioning, free wifi, TV with Sky channels and a private bathroom with a shower.
The property reports an airport shuttle to Fiumicino that leaves about 3 minutes’ walk away, and a limousine transfer on request. Confirm the conditions beforehand, as they can change.
Who it suits
- Guests visiting the Vatican Museums and St Peter’s without relying on the Metro.
- Anyone who wants to walk across to Piazza Navona.
- Couples who prefer to sleep away from the Termini area.
- Travellers arriving or leaving via Fiumicino.
More places to stay by area are in the guide to hotels in Rome.
Good to know
- Check-in is from 14:00 to 20:00. On arrival you will be asked for a photo ID and a credit card.
- You can check out between 9:00 and 11:00.
- Breakfast is not listed.









