🇮🇹 Roma, Italy
Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"
📍 22, Via Giorgio Scalia, Roma, 00136
Your stay — Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"
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The Property — Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"
A Modo Mio is a modest three-star bed and breakfast in the Prati district, near the Vatican. It’s a no-frills base: clean rooms, helpful hosts, and a generous breakfast with fresh pastries and good coffee. The lobby is small, done in light wood and warm tones, with a stack of city maps on the counter. It suits budget-conscious couples or solo travellers who plan to spend their days out and just need a comfortable, quiet room to return to.
Chronicles of Roma
Rome was founded, according to legend, in 753 BC on the Palatine Hill. From a cluster of villages it grew into the capital of the Roman Republic and then a vast empire, leaving a centre packed with ancient forums, imperial baths and the Colosseum. After the empire’s fall, the city became the seat of the Papacy, reshaping itself around St Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican. The Renaissance and Baroque periods added grand palazzos, fountains and piazzas by artists such as Michelangelo and Bernini. Today Rome remains Italy’s capital, built on layers of three millennia of history, every street offering a collision of classical, medieval and modern.
Best Time to Visit
Full Roma guide →Best months
April, May, October: Mild temperatures (18-25°C), long daylight hours, and city gardens in bloom or autumn colours. Crowds are still heavy but manageable compared to the peak of summer.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: High summer, when temperatures regularly hit 32°C+ and the city is packed with tourists. Hotel prices are at their highest. The main event is the Ferragosto holiday (15 August), though Rome also hosts the Estate Romana festival, with outdoor concerts and films running through the summer.
Budget shoulder season
November and February: Temperatures are cooler (8-15°C), rain is possible but not constant. Hotel rates drop significantly, popular sights are easier to access, and the city feels more local. A good choice if you don’t mind packing a raincoat.
Weather & packing
July in Rome is hot and dry, but air conditioning can be erratic, so a small handheld fan is useful. Pack light, breathable layers (linen or cotton) and comfortable walking shoes: you’ll be covering cobblestones in the middle of the day.
Live City Briefing — Roma
- The Rome Metro’s Line A (which serves Prati stations Ottaviano and Lepanto) is running a reduced service for track maintenance until mid-July; allow extra time for commutes. Check ATAC app for live updates.
- New pedestrian zones around the Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona have been extended, limiting vehicle access from 10am-8pm in summer — good for walking but affects taxi drop-offs.
- The Vatican Museums have introduced timed entry slots for July to manage heat and queues; book at least two weeks ahead, as summer availability is tight.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio", here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard (if available). These upper floors are further from street-level noise and offer a quieter retreat after sightseeing.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor or those facing Via Giorgio Scalia directly. First floor rooms sit at pavement level and can pick up street noise, while Scalia is a secondary road but still carries traffic and pedestrian sounds, especially in the morning.
Best views
Limited view options: a room on the upper floors may see rooftops, TV antennas, and a slice of Roman sky. Don't expect panoramas — this is a modest 3-star in a residential zone near the Vatican.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. The building likely has a lift but no top-floor penthouse amenity — upper floors buffer city racket well.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Giorgio Scalia is a fairly quiet side street but not silent. Expect occasional scooters, delivery vans, and bin collection early on weekdays. Morning foot traffic of other guests in the corridors is the main noise source.
Insider tips
1. Check-in can be smooth if you arrive after 14:00 — the owner sometimes lets you leave luggage early. 2. Street parking is limited and often paid; ask the owner about a nearby garage beforehand — some 3-stars have an arrangement for a discount.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"
Free WiFi throughout, speeds about 50 Mbps, no login required
One small lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers
Check-in 14:00-20:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 for €30, subject to availability
Free luggage storage on-site for early arrival or after check-out, locked room
No step-free access; a single step at main entrance; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathroom modifications
No on-site parking; nearby public garage at Via Pietro Raimondi, €30 per 24 hours; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €7 per person per night, up to 10 nights, children under 10 exempt
Deposit & card hold: €100 deposit via credit card at booking; €50 incidental hold on check-in card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Santa Maria delle Grazie al Trionfale (291 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Baitun Noor Ottaviano (369 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Cappella del Monastero Mater Ecclesiae (519 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Cappella di Santa Maria Assunta (537 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Cabaretta shopping center and outlet — 675 m · ~8 min walk
Giardino Francese — 628 m · ~8 min walk
Museo Gregoriano Profano — 172 m · ~2 min walk
Teatro dell'Angelo — 807 m · ~10 min walk
Parco Giordano Cerro — 236 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 149 m · ~2 min walk
Farmacia De Longis — 307 m · ~4 min walk
OVS — 142 m · ~2 min walk
Cipro — 425 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Avoid airport and hotel exchange desks; use ATMs inside bank branches for the best rates, but check your bank's foreign transaction fees.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted everywhere, including contactless. Amex and Diners are accepted in larger chains but often not in smaller shops or trattorias.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants (service charge is included), leave small change for taxis (5-10%), and a few euros for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standing espresso at a bar counter costs about €1.10; sit-down coffee with table service adds €2-3.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery — around €5-8 for a filling meal.
A primo piatto (pasta dish) in a modest trattoria runs €10-14; cover charge (coperto) of €1-2 per person is standard.
Testaccio Market (just south of Trastevere) is a short walk and has excellent food stalls; also try the area around Piazza Vittorio for affordable kebabs and fried fish.
Conad, Carrefour Express, and Pam are common; the larger Conad near Piazza San Giovanni has good selection and prices.
Via Nazionale (about 20 min walk) has Zara, H&M, and other high-street chains; the Sunday Porta Portese flea market in Trastevere (bus 44) for vintage and cheap clothes.
€1.50 single ticket (BIT) valid for 100 min on buses, trams, metro; €7 weekly pass (only for visitors with ID). From Fiumicino airport, take the FL1 regional train to Roma Ostiense (€8) then 30 min walk or bus to the area; avoid Leonardo Express (€14).
Buy water at supermarkets (€0.30/litre) not tourist kiosks; eat lunch at bars where sandwiches and pasta are half the dinner price; skip metro and walk — 00136 is compact and walkable with plenty of free fountains (nasoni) to refill.
Good to know — Roma
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Roma, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 149 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia De Longis — 307 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Roma Termini (Dir: Battistini) → Spagna station (Spanish Steps)
💡 Buy a BIT ticket at tabacchi or machines. Validate before entering platform. Hotel is a 5-min walk from Termini entrance on Via Giolitti side – use Repubblica exit for Spagna line.
Fiumicino Airport (train station in terminal) → Roma Termini (then 8 mins walk to hotel)
💡 No stops until Termini – fastest rail option. The hotel is a short straight walk east on Via Principe Amedeo; exit Termini from tracks 1 side. Skip buying from ticket touts; use official machines or Trenitalia app.
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) → Ateneo Palace Hotel (Via Principe Amedeo, 5)
💡 Use the official white taxi queue only. Ask for a flat rate to central Rome (set by law, usually €48-€55). Avoid drivers who approach inside the terminal.
Fiumicino Airport central bus station (outside T3) → Roma Termini bus stop (Via Giolitti)
💡 Good for very late arrivals when trains stop. Less comfortable but far cheaper than taxi. Note: night buses stop outside Termini; hotel is a 10-min walk down Via Principe Amedeo – stick to well-lit streets.
About Roma
Wikipedia ↗
Rome is the capital city and most populated comune (municipality) of Italy. It is also the administrative centre of the Lazio region and of the Metropolitan City of Rome. A special comune named Roma Capitale with a population of 2.7 million in an area of 1,287.36 km2 (497.1 mi2), Rome is the third m...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the inner courtyard (if available). These upper floors are further from street-level noise and offer a quieter retreat after sightseeing.
Which rooms should I avoid at Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"?
Avoid rooms on the first floor or those facing Via Giorgio Scalia directly. First floor rooms sit at pavement level and can pick up street noise, while Scalia is a secondary road but still carries traffic and pedestrian sounds, especially in the morning.
Is Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio" noisy?
Via Giorgio Scalia is a fairly quiet side street but not silent. Expect occasional scooters, delivery vans, and bin collection early on weekdays. Morning foot traffic of other guests in the corridors is the main noise source.
Which rooms have the best views at Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"?
Limited view options: a room on the upper floors may see rooftops, TV antennas, and a slice of Roman sky. Don't expect panoramas — this is a modest 3-star in a residential zone near the Vatican.
What are insider tips for staying at Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"?
1. Check-in can be smooth if you arrive after 14:00 — the owner sometimes lets you leave luggage early. 2. Street parking is limited and often paid; ask the owner about a nearby garage beforehand — some 3-stars have an arrangement for a discount.
What time is check-in at Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"?
Check-in at Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio" is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio" have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speeds about 50 Mbps, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"?
€7 per person per night, up to 10 nights, children under 10 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a bakery — around €5-8 for a filling meal.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Bed&Breakfast "A Modo Mio"?
€1.50 single ticket (BIT) valid for 100 min on buses, trams, metro; €7 weekly pass (only for visitors with ID). From Fiumicino airport, take the FL1 regional train to Roma Ostiense (€8) then 30 min walk or bus to the area; avoid Leonardo Express (€14).
When is the best time to visit Roma?
April, May, October: Mild temperatures (18-25°C), long daylight hours, and city gardens in bloom or autumn colours. Crowds are still heavy but manageable compared to the peak of summer.
Top Attractions in Roma
💡 Stand on the yellow disk on the floor for the best perspective on the painted dome. The ceiling frescoes include a subtle 3D trick.
💡 Go between 6am and 7am for quiet photos. Throwing a coin over your shoulder into the fountain is said to guarantee return to Rome.
💡 View it from the nearby square. Entry inside isn't usually open but the exterior is worth a short stop between the Circus Maximus and the Mouth of Truth.
💡 Rent a rowboat on the lake for €6 for 30 minutes. The Bioparco zoo inside costs entry but the gardens are free.
💡 Go early to beat the crowds and haggle politely. Bring small change and watch your pockets. The market stretches along Via Portuense and Piazza Ippolito Nievo.