Emmaus

Recent Reviews: 453

• User:Louise J

  Trip type: Couples

  Fabulous location for no frills stay

  19 Apr 2026

  Emmaus hotel is in a fantastic location very near to the Vatican. It’s ideal as a basic base for sight seeing. The hotel is a little dated and basic but the staff are very helpful. Breakfast is simple pastries fruit cheeses ham yogurt and cereal great for fuelling up for lots of walking. You are about 30 mins to the pantheon or a hop on hop off bus stop across the river. It’s also a 30 min walk to the Trastevere area full of bars and restaurants. Feels like a safe area and a taxi rank immediately outside. The rooms are large with en suite but basic and dated - there is air con a fridge but no tea/coffee. However it was a great base for 3 nights and next door is a very nice restaurant which we visited on our last night.

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• User:megrichard2840

  Trip type: Family

  Perfectly close and comfortable

  02 Dec 2025

  Excellent location so close to the Vatican. We loved being such a short distance.from the Vatican area. The hotel itself was beautiful and very fitting for old movies that we love. The staff was always warm and welcoming and took great.care of us. Perfect hotel for visiting this area.

• User:sladjana m

  Trip type: Family

  Very,very nice

  17 Oct 2025

  I am delighted with the Emmaus Hotel.All the staff are very friendly,especially Tamara,she makes the best hot chocolate.The hotel is rustic,and the elevator is completely unique.All these wonderful things made our stay in Rome even better.

• User:Th0rG

  Trip type: Family

  A Charming and Convenient Roman Gem:

  08 Jul 2025

  Hotel Emmaus Exceeded Expectations!As a first-time visitor to Rome, I sought a hotel that truly embodied the city's rustic charm, steering clear of the typical branded chains. My goal was for my son to experience something authentically Roman, and finding a family room that comfortably accommodated our group of four was key. Given my stepson is a friar, proximity to the Vatican was paramount, as we planned frequent early morning walks and attendance at Mass. Hotel Emmaus immediately caught my eye online due to its unbeatable location just a stone's throw from the Vatican. While some reviews mentioning it being "old and rundown" gave me pause, I decided to take a chance, and I'm so glad I did!From the moment we arrived, I was thoroughly pleased. One of the first things I noticed and truly appreciated was the clean, fresh smell upon entering both the hotel and our room—a significant plus for someone who values a tidy environment. Yes, Hotel Emmaus is an older establishment, but it is certainly not tired or rundown. Our family room was a haven of comfort; the beds were incredibly soft, and our private bathroom was spotless. While the room amenities were simple (soap, shampoo, and towels, with no toothbrush, lotion, water bottles, slippers, or robes), this was perfectly fine with us. Housekeeping was fantastic, ensuring our room was cleaned and towels and beddings changed daily. I was particularly impressed by the strong shower pressure and excellent toilet flush—a rare find in older hotels! Most importantly, during our summer visit, the air conditioning was wonderfully cold, providing a much-needed respite from the Roman heat.Beyond the Vatican's doorstep, the hotel's location truly shines. It's surrounded by an abundance of eateries and shops, making it incredibly convenient for meals or last-minute needs. We particularly enjoyed La Vittoria, a restaurant so affordable with such great food that we dined there twice! For easy transportation, there were always taxis waiting right outside the hotel doors. Despite being so close to the Vatican and all the surrounding activity, we found the hotel environment to be surprisingly quiet and pleasant.The breakfast buffet was a daily highlight we genuinely looked forward to for our entire five-day stay. It was consistently sumptuous with a wide variety of choices. Each morning, we enjoyed approximately four kinds of cold cuts, two types of cheese, and an abundance of breads, including plain, chocolate, and pistachio croissants, along with delicious sourdough and crackers. The selection of juices was great, but my personal favorite was the extensive menu of cappuccinos, coffees, and hot cocoas. While the offerings were largely the same each day, we didn't mind in the slightest.The staff were consistently friendly and helpful. While their approach to hospitality differs from what one might expect in Asian or American hotels (they don't typically approach you proactively), they were always ready to assist if we had any requests, providing excellent service when asked.Though Hotel Emmaus is listed as a 3-star hotel with mid-range pricing, I honestly feel it offers a 4-star type experience and excellent value within our budget. I rarely give a 5-star rating, reserving it for truly exceptional experiences that go above and beyond. However, considering the unparalleled accessible location, the sheer comfort, and the overall positive ambiance we experienced at Hotel Emmaus, I feel it's safe to make an exception. This hotel truly provided the authentic Roman experience we were hoping for.

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• User:TizianaA020

  Trip type: Family

  A short family break!

  07 Sept 2024

  A family vacation and we only stayed for one night. Perfect location... Just a few steps from the Vatican! Staff was helpful, room clean and breakfast was typically italian - with super tasty crossaints :) area is busy but not too noisy. 👌👌