Rome (FCO-Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl.) - 45 min drive
Rome Termini Station - 3 min walk
Rome (XRJ-Termini Rail Station) - 4 min walk
Rome Tuscolana Station - 5 min drive
Termini Tram Stop - 2 min walk
Farini Tram Stop - 2 min walk
Napoleone III Tram Stop - 3 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Amedeo Ristorante - 2 min walk
Aquila Nera - 1 min walk
Gusto Napoli - 1 min walk
Ristorante Pizzeria Santi - 1 min walk
Ristorante Bella Roma - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel California
When you stay at Hotel California, you'll be a short five-minute drive from Colosseum and Spanish Steps. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Trevi Fountain and Pantheon are a short five-minute drive away. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast. Public transportation is only a short walk: Termini Tram Stop is steps away and Farini Tram Stop is 2 minutes.
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed (1 total, up to 10 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Off-site parking within 351 ft (EUR 40 per night)
Street parking available
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Lift
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Free cot/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Rainfall shower heads
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Local maps
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 6.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 55 per vehicle (one way)
Children & extra beds
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 40 per night (351 ft away)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Also known as
California Rome
Hotel California Rome
Hotel California Rome
Hotel California Hotel
Hotel California Hotel Rome
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel California offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel California does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel California?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 10 kg per pet. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel California?
No, unfortunately. However, there's street parking available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel California?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 55 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel California?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Hotel California and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.
What's the area around Hotel California like?
Hotel California is in Rome City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Termini Tram Stop and 20 minutes' walk from Colosseum. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
Hotel California Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
4 January 2025
Buena ubicacion....
La ubicación del hotel es buena. Muy cerca de Termini. El edificio es antiguo pero nos toco una habitación renovada que era amplia y comoda. Muy bien la gente de limpieza no asi los del desayuno. Todos los dias con mala cara y por poco los ultimos 30 minutos te echaban del lugar. Sacaban las cosas de la mesa mientras estabas sentada y reponian todo lentamente. Otra cosa que no me gusto es que habia pagado por una habitación cuadruple y como habia puesto los datos de una sola persona insinuo quien nos hizo el check in que nos deberia cobrar mas pero dijo que no lo haria. Luego yo chequee el precio y habia pagado por 4 personas entonces se quizo aprovechar. Una avivada
Jorgelina
Jorgelina, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
26 December 2024
The water at the shower was not warm. Upon speaking to the front desk, he mentioned that is the state of water in the capital of Italy.
Its was strange. For the last day we got reasonably warm water.
Soren
Soren, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
13 December 2024
good service and good location. well done!
handy (i.e. 2-minute walk) to Termini. breakfast options were fairly limited, but the breakfast staff were wonderful, and the quality of the food was excellent. The rooms were well maintained and comfortable.
a lovely place to stay for those wanting to be near Termini for a late/early departure or arrival.
gordon
gordon, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 December 2024
Olga
Olga, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 November 2024
Good stay, convenient
The hotel is conveniently located near the main Roma Termini station. It’s walking distance to many sights. Staff was approachable, and the paid buffet breakfast was sufficient.
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
18 October 2024
Staff and cleanliness was amazing, but definitely needs to be updated.
No electronic access to your door and had a massive key that you had to keep at reception every time you left, our door was coming off its hinges, no kettle in the room and very noisy from the restaurants downstairs.
Great for location, close to the terminal and sites. Though the terminal area didn’t feel safe.
LEE-ANNE
LEE-ANNE, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 October 2024
Excellent front desk staff
Benson
Benson, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2024
Lovely room, great location will absolutely stay again if given the opportunity!
Katharine
Katharine, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
17 October 2024
It was fine for one night stay with family. I didn’t like much the room as it was a bit noisy and not so great to look at.
Huma
Huma, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
16 October 2024
Very close from termini station and all tourist attractions. 24 hour reception. Allows luggage drop for free.
Karishma
Karishma, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
Very wonderful stay.
Deloris
Deloris, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
15 October 2024
Although the staff were friendly and hhelpful, the property was very run down and dirty.
Deanna
Deanna, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
15 October 2024
eh
Joseph
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
6/10 Good
14 October 2024
Pleasant stay but receptionist was unfriendly
gary
gary, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 October 2024
This place was an outstanding value and conveniently located by the Roma Termini. WiFi was excellent. Room was updated with new designs. I would definitely stay here again.
Aldon
Aldon, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
13 October 2024
Kind of old hotel but very convenient to go train station
Nay
Nay, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 October 2024
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
11 October 2024
Very dirty hotel dust every where every thing broken tv fridge not working staff very rude just location good avoid this hotel price 5 star hotel 1 star
Mohammed
Mohammed, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
9 October 2024
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
8 October 2024
The facility was very old
Boris
Boris, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
8 October 2024
Reception staff were helpful and friendly.. The state of the hotel was probably the worst Ive stayed at. The stairwell looked like it had not been cleaned or dusted since it was built. Which is a shame because the wrought iron railings are amazing. The public toilet by reception needs attention and definitely a new door. Our room had a very bad smell so it was hard to sleep. Great location close to train and walking distance to the sights. Breakfast was ok
Tara
Tara, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
8 October 2024
Great location, steps from the train station and walkable to Trevi, Pantheon, Colosseum and Spanish Steps. The hotel is very dated, shower leaked and lots of yelling on the street at night.
Ryan
Ryan, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 October 2024
Perfect location for visiting Rome, great restaurants all around and minutes from Roma Termina.
Compact rooms but that's what you expect in Europe.
Very average breakfast but options elsewhere.
Overall was happy and a good price for Rome.
Clive
Clive, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
3 October 2024
Breakfast was great and room was very spacious!
Leah
Leah, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
3 October 2024
The hotel had a great location but the rooms were not good.