Bed 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- 1 Bunk bed
- Shower
Hotel · Rome · Lazio
Rome Experience Hostel
A sociable hostel near Manzoni where the evening pasta-and-wine ritual, a garden, and welcoming staff are the main draw.
- Nightly pasta and wine with fellow travellers
- A five-minute walk from Larger Gate, close to metro and tram stops
- Garden, terrace and a staff that makes guests feel at home
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Rated
607 reviews
Booking.com 5 · 607 reviews
About
Rome Experience Hostel
Rome Experience Hostel is on Via Statilia, near Manzoni and about five minutes on foot from Larger Gate. The same details appear again and again in guest reviews: a building with character, a terrace and garden, clean dorms, and a nightly pasta-and-wine gathering that makes it easy to meet people. A supermarket, local shops and ATMs are close by, and the Colosseum is only a short distance away.
The listed accommodation is dormitory-style — a four-bed mixed dorm, an eight-bed mixed dorm and a female dorm, each with a bunk and shower. The property is non-smoking, check-in runs from 14:00 to 23:59, and paid extras include breakfast, airport shuttle and tour assistance. With a 5.0 rating from 607 reviews and prices from £11, this is a straightforward, sociable budget stay.
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- Front desk
- Luggage storage
- Coffee shop
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Friendly, attentive staff — Guest after guest describes a team that offers travel advice, treats people like family and communicates clearly.
- Nightly pasta and wine — A free pasta dinner with wine each evening is a highlight for many guests, especially solo travellers who find it an easy way to meet people.
- Practical location near Termini — A five-minute walk from Larger Gate and adjacent to Manzoni, with a supermarket, local shops and ATMs nearby. Guests also note easy metro, tram and bus access, and the Colosseum is close.
- Strong value for money — Starting at £11, the hostel is repeatedly praised for exceeding expectations, with comfortable beds and clean bathrooms.
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Worth weighing
5 to weigh- Rooms can get warm — One guest specifically notes that the rooms were a bit hot because air conditioning is limited.
- Arrivals after midnight aren't covered — Check-in ends at 23:59, so there is no listed way to check in later than that.
- Extras cost extra — Breakfast, the airport shuttle and tour/ticket assistance are paid add-ons rather than included in the nightly rate.
- No pets allowed — The property is not pet-friendly, and the whole building is non-smoking.
- Only dorms on the current list — The current room list shows shared dormitories only, although a couple of recent reviews mention staying in a private room or Junior Suite.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Bed 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- 1 Bunk bed
- Shower
Bunk Bed Female Dormitory Room
- 1 Bunk bed
- Shower
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Food & drink
- Coffee shop
- Restaurant
- Paid breakfast
Services
- Front desk
- Luggage storage
- Safe deposit box
- Multilingual staff
- Paid airport shuttle
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Common areas
- Terrace
- Garden area
- Meeting room
Policies
- Non-smoking property
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 5/10 from 607 reviews
Booking.com · 5 · 607 reviews
5Verified guest“The stay was excellent. The team was warm and welcoming, and the complimentary pasta and wine each evening made it easy to chat with other travellers. The position was handy for a supermarket and not far from the Colosseum. The rooms got a little warm with the limited air conditioning, but the beds were comfortable and the bathrooms clean. A great experience overall.”
5Verified guest“I was impressed by the roomy dorms and communal spaces, which worked well for someone with a physical disability. The staff were attentive and treated me like family, and the location was excellent — most of the main sights were within walking distance.”
5Verified guest“The atmosphere was friendly and the other guests made it easy to feel part of things. Being able to cook and eat in the common area was a real plus, and Sam on the staff went out of his way to be helpful. It made the stay memorable.”
5Verified guest“The location was practical, with tram and bus stops close by for getting around the city. The staff were helpful and kind, and communication was clear.”
5Verified guest“The team were friendly and offered useful travel advice. The kitchen was well stocked for breakfast, and the rooms were clean.”
5Verified guest“The staff were welcoming, the breakfast was good, and the hostel had a charming, cosy atmosphere in a convenient location.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Neighbourhood: Rome Experience Hostel sits on Via Statilia near Manzoni, about five minutes on foot from Larger Gate. Guests mention a supermarket, local shops and ATMs nearby, and the Colosseum is a short distance away. The hostel itself has a terrace, a garden area and a restaurant on site.
Getting around: The nearest metro station is a short walk away, and tram and bus stops are close by. Termini is about two metro stops from the hostel, or a 25-minute walk, according to guest feedback.
House rules: Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59 and check-out is by 10:00. The property is non-smoking and pets are not allowed. Paid breakfast, an airport shuttle and tour/ticket assistance can be arranged.
Via Statilia 31, Stazione Termini, Rome, Lazio, 00185, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 20 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in runs from 14:00 to 23:59; check-out is by 10:00. There is no check-in option listed after midnight.
Is the evening pasta meal included?
Several guest reviews describe a free pasta meal with wine each night, and a number of guests say it was a great way to meet other travellers.
Is Wi-Fi free?
The amenity list includes free Wi-Fi. One guest review mentions a small fee for Wi-Fi, so it's worth confirming at the front desk on arrival.
Are pets allowed?
No. The property states that pets are not allowed.
What room types are available?
The current listing includes a four-bed mixed dormitory, an eight-bed mixed dormitory and a female dormitory, each with a bunk and shower. A couple of recent reviews mention private rooms and a Junior Suite, so check with the hostel if you prefer not to share.
The bottom line
With a 5.0 rating from 607 reviews, Rome Experience Hostel is a dependable budget choice for travellers who want a social atmosphere, a practical location and staff who genuinely look after guests. Just arrive before midnight and be ready for the rooms to warm up if the air conditioning is limited.
5The bottom line
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