Small Classic Double or Twin Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Rome · Lazio
Hotel Grifo
A compact 33-room hotel in Rome with high-scoring staff, a shared terrace and walking distance to the main sights.
- Staff score 9.8/10
- Overall rating 8.8/10 from 2,723 reviews
- Shared terrace with rooftop views
8.8
Great
2723 reviews
Booking.com 8.8 · 2723 reviews
About
Hotel Grifo
Hotel Grifo is a 3-star hotel on Via del Boschetto in Rome, roughly 400 metres from Torre del Grillo. It is compact, with 33 rooms, 24-hour reception, 24-hour security and a safety deposit box.
Nightly rates start from £97. The hotel holds an 8.8 rating from 2,723 reviews, with Staff scoring 9.8. Guests describe a quiet but characterful area, a helpful team and a shared terrace with rooftop views.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Unusually strong staff — Guests consistently describe friendly, attentive service, from carrying bags to helping with taxi fares and walking directions. Staff is the hotel's highest-rated category at 9.8.
- A location made for sightseeing — Reviewers note that the Colosseum is walkable, and one guest describes getting walking directions to the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and Pantheon. A bus stop sits outside the hotel, and nearby restaurants get repeated praise.
- Terrace access and roof views — Superior and Deluxe Terrace rooms give direct outdoor space, and guests mention a shared terrace with city rooftop views. One room even had a view of the Colosseum from the window.
- Breakfast earns its own fans — The hotel's Dining score is 8.9, and guests single out breakfast specifically. Breakfast is served on site, with in-room breakfast available.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Comfort is the soft spot — The Comfort rating sits at 6.8, noticeably lower than the hotel's other scores. It's the one clear weak point in an otherwise strong rating profile.
- Entry-level rooms are small — The base room is named Small Classic Double or Twin Room, which signals a compact layout. If space matters, a Superior or Deluxe room is the safer pick.
- Check-in window ends at 23:59 — The official check-in time runs from 15:00 to 23:59. The hotel has 24-hour reception, but late arrivals should confirm in advance.
- Not the cheapest option — One guest notes it is not the cheapest place to stay, and the 8.2 Value score sits below the other categories. The same review adds that it still offers value for money.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Classic Triple Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Classic Quadruple Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Superior Double Room Terrace
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Double or Twin Room Separate Building
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room Terrace
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Double or Twin Room Separate Building
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General & security
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Lift
- 24-hour security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Reception & services
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Safe deposit box
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Paid airport shuttle
Food & drink
- Coffee shop
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
- In-room breakfast
- Welcome drink
Rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Allergy-free rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Electric kettle
- Free toiletries
- AM/FM alarm clock
Common areas
- Terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
Accessibility
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Family
- Cots
- Playpen
Pets
- Pets allowed
Access
- Key card access
- Key access
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 2,723 reviews
Booking.com · 8.8 · 2723 reviews
8.8Verified guest“Breakfast was very good, the views over the street were lovely, and all the staff were friendly.”
8.8Verified guest“The rooms were air-conditioned and a decent size.”
8.8Verified guest“The staff helped with anything we needed.”
8.8Verified guest“Not the cheapest option, but it does offer value for money. A sweet, quaint little hotel that works well for a two-night Rome stay; rooms were a decent size and well kept, and the staff were very informative. WiFi and a patio were a bonus. The location is amazing, in a great area close to restaurants, transport and local activities, including the Grifo.”
8.8Verified guest“The owner welcomed us on arrival and was incredibly helpful: he told us the right taxi price from Stazione Termini (we had been overcharged coming in, so he made sure we paid the correct fare on the way out), advised on currency exchange and banks, and gave walking directions to the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and Pantheon. Breakfast worked well for us, and there was a small bar for a drink before dinner.”
8.8Verified guest“Breakfast is worth a mention.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Colosseum & ancient sights: One reviewer describes walking to the Colosseum and says you can walk to almost everything from the hotel; another mentions seeing the Colosseum from their window.
Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain & Pantheon: A guest describes getting walking directions from the owner to all three landmarks, which suggests they are manageable on foot.
Restaurants & local transport: The surrounding streets are described as quiet but characterful, with good-value and excellent restaurants nearby. There is also a bus stop outside the hotel.
Via Del Boschetto 144, Rome, Lazio, 00184, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 07:00-11:00
- 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
- 19 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are Hotel Grifo's check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is from 07:00 to 11:00. The hotel has 24-hour reception, but if you're arriving after 23:59 it's worth confirming in advance.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Grifo?
Yes, pets are allowed.
Which rooms have a terrace or balcony?
The Classic Quadruple Room has a balcony, and the Superior and Deluxe Double Room categories are listed with a terrace. Guests also describe a shared terrace that everyone can use.
Is breakfast available?
Yes. Breakfast is served at the hotel, and in-room breakfast is also listed. The Dining category is rated 8.9, and guests mention the breakfast positively.
The bottom line
Hotel Grifo gets the essentials right for a short Rome stay: friendly staff, a walkable location and a terrace to come back to. The 6.8 Comfort score and the small entry-level room are the things to weigh before booking.
8.8Our verdict
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