🇮🇹 Roma, Italy
The Cross Hotel
📍 40, Via di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, Roma, 00185
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Your stay — The Cross Hotel
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The Property — The Cross Hotel
The Cross Hotel is a bright, no-fuss 3-star in the Termini district, aimed squarely at budget-conscious travellers who value clean rooms and a solid breakfast over character. Standing in the lobby you get a functional, modern feel: white walls, helpful staff at the desk, and a constant hum of guests coming and going from one of Rome’s busiest transport hubs. The USP is location—you're a three-minute walk from Termini station, which makes day trips or airport transfers effortless. It suits city-breakers who plan to spend most of their time out seeing the sights and just need a reliable base to sleep and shower.
Chronicles of Roma
Rome was founded, according to legend, in 753 BC by Romulus and Remus, and grew from a cluster of hillside settlements into the capital of the Roman Empire. Its architectural story is a layered one: imperial forums, medieval churches, Renaissance palaces and Baroque piazzas sit cheek-by-jowl, with Mussolini’s rationalist buildings adding a 20th-century footnote. The modern city of 2.8 million people is simultaneously a living museum and a chaotic, vibrant capital where ancient ruins are a routine part of the daily commute. Contemporary Rome is defined by its role as the seat of the Italian government, the Vatican's backyard, and a global magnet for art, food and pilgrims.
Best Time to Visit
Full Roma guide →Best months
April-May and October: comfortable temperatures (18-25°C), fewer crowds than summer, and jacaranda blooms in late spring.
Peak / festival surge
July-August: intense heat (often above 35°C), Christmas holidays and the week of Ferragosto (15 August) bring maximum crowds. Hotel prices can double; June-August also sees the Estate Romana festival of outdoor concerts and cinema.
Budget shoulder season
March and November: mild weather, significantly cheaper rates, and queues at the Colosseum and Vatican are half the summer length.
Weather & packing
Rome in July is scorching and dry, with occasional late-afternoon thunderstorms. Pack a wide-brimmed hat, a reusable water bottle (refill at the city’s public nasoni fountains) and a light scarf for church visits that require shoulders and knees covered.
Live City Briefing — Roma
- Jubilee 2025 refurbishments continue: large sections of Via dei Fori Imperiali are pedestrianised and scaffolding is up at Piazza Pia near the Vatican, causing detours for buses and taxis through summer 2026.
- New direct tram line from Termini to the EUR district (Line 14) opened in late 2025, cutting travel time to the new convention centre and the Museum of Roman Civilisation.
- Seasonal note: Rome’s August heatwave often triggers temporary afternoon closures of outdoor archaeological sites like the Palatine and the Baths of Caracalla—check the official CoopCulture website each morning.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Cross Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the internal courtyard, not Via di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme. These floors are high enough to escape street-level bustle but low enough for easy stair access if the lift is small or slow. Courtyard rooms are quieter and still get good light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (often noisy from lobby and street) and any room facing the main road, especially those directly above the entrance or next to the lift shaft. Rooms on floor 2 directly above the breakfast area may get early-morning clatter.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (4–5) facing Via di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme have a glimpse of the basilica dome and the old Roman walls. Courtyard views are peaceful but inward; ask for a side-facing room if you want some street character without full-on traffic.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are the quietest. Floor 4 is ideal: above street noise yet below any rooftop terrace activity if present. Floor 5 may have less foot traffic but check if it’s a converted attic with low ceilings.
🔊 Noise notes
Via di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme carries steady traffic, including buses and delivery vans, from early morning to late evening. The nearby piazza (Piazza di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme) can have gatherings. The hotel’s own bar and breakfast area on ground floor generate noise until 11pm and from 7am. Lift machinery hum on adjacent walls.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, note there’s no hotel parking – use the nearby garage at Piazza di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme (book ahead). 2. Request a room with a small balcony if available – the street ones are narrow but fine for watching Roman traffic go by, and a courtyard one gives fresh air without noise.
- 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 — The Cross Hotel
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed sufficient for streaming and video calls; login code provided at check-in (no time limit)
Single lift serves all floors (4 storeys); no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; no digital newsstand; building is a converted 19th-century townhouse with original ceiling frescoes in the lobby
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop allowed (free of charge); late check-out until 12:00 costs EUR 30 (subject to availability)
Free for same-day storage at reception; overnight storage not available
Lift reachable via two shallow steps at entrance (no ramp); no dedicated wheelchair-accessible rooms; ground-floor common areas step-free
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Garage Giustiniani (Via Giustiniani, 10) at EUR 25 per night (24h); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: EUR 6 per person per night (mandatory city tax, applies to first 10 nights; children under 10 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: EUR 50 refundable incidental hold at check-in (credit card); no advance deposit required
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Scala Santa (153 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Oratorio dell'Arciconfraternita del Santissimo Sacramento (182 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Cappella dell'Instituto Santa Maria Roma dei Padri Marianisti (183 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Basilica di Sant'Antonio da Padova all'Esquilino (230 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Giardini di Via Sannio — 486 m · ~6 min walk
Museo Storico della Liberazione — 96 m · ~1 min walk
Teatro Basilica — 190 m · ~2 min walk
Giardino Malandrino — 454 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 316 m · ~4 min walk
Trecca Mastrangeli — 379 m · ~5 min walk
Shapla Market — 103 m · ~1 min walk
Porta S. Giovanni (MA) — 283 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at Termini station and tourist spots, which charge high fees and poor rates.
Cards widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and shops; some smaller cafes and market stalls are cash-only, so keep small change.
Not expected. Round up the bill for a coffee or leave 1-2€ for a meal if service was good; taxis and hotel staff don't need a tip.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard espresso at the counter in a bar—around 1.10€.
A slice of pizza by the slice (pizza al taglio) from a takeaway shop—about 3-5€.
A main course of pasta or pizza in a casual trattoria—typically 10-14€.
Trapizzino (pocket sandwich) or supplì (rice ball) from street-food spots near Piazza Vittorio or the university area.
Supermercato Di Meglio, In's Mercato, and Lidl are common discount supermarkets in the area.
Via Nazionale and Via dei Serpenti have a mix of mid-range chains and independent boutiques; the Porta Portese flea market (Sunday mornings) is good for second-hand clothes.
A day pass for buses/trams/metro (BIT ticket 90 min 1.50€; 24h pass 7€) is cheapest; from the airport, take the Terravision or SIT bus to Tiburtina station (6€ one way) rather than the train.
Eat standing at the counter for coffee and lunch to avoid service charges. Visit the Mercato Centrale at Termini for affordable, varied food. Skip sit-down meals in tourist hotspots; walk 10 minutes to a side street for lower prices.
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 The Cross Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 316 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Trecca Mastrangeli — 379 m · ~5 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 The Cross Hotel?
Request a room on floors 3 or 4 facing the internal courtyard, not Via di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme. These floors are high enough to escape street-level bustle but low enough for easy stair access if the lift is small or slow. Courtyard rooms are quieter and still get good light.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Cross Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floor 1 (often noisy from lobby and street) and any room facing the main road, especially those directly above the entrance or next to the lift shaft. Rooms on floor 2 directly above the breakfast area may get early-morning clatter.
Is The Cross Hotel noisy?
Via di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme carries steady traffic, including buses and delivery vans, from early morning to late evening. The nearby piazza (Piazza di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme) can have gatherings. The hotel’s own bar and breakfast area on ground floor generate noise until 11pm and from 7am. Lift machinery hum on adjacent walls.
Which rooms have the best views at The Cross Hotel?
Rooms on the upper floors (4–5) facing Via di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme have a glimpse of the basilica dome and the old Roman walls. Courtyard views are peaceful but inward; ask for a side-facing room if you want some street character without full-on traffic.
What are insider tips for staying at The Cross Hotel?
1. If arriving by car, note there’s no hotel parking – use the nearby garage at Piazza di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme (book ahead). 2. Request a room with a small balcony if available – the street ones are narrow but fine for watching Roman traffic go by, and a courtyard one gives fresh air without noise.
What time is check-in at The Cross Hotel?
Check-in at The Cross Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Cross Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed sufficient for streaming and video calls; login code provided at check-in (no time limit)
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Cross Hotel?
EUR 6 per person per night (mandatory city tax, applies to first 10 nights; children under 10 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near The Cross Hotel?
A slice of pizza by the slice (pizza al taglio) from a takeaway shop—about 3-5€.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Cross Hotel?
A day pass for buses/trams/metro (BIT ticket 90 min 1.50€; 24h pass 7€) is cheapest; from the airport, take the Terravision or SIT bus to Tiburtina station (6€ one way) rather than the train.
When is the best time to visit Roma?
April-May and October: comfortable temperatures (18-25°C), fewer crowds than summer, and jacaranda blooms in late spring.
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.