Domus Ottavia in Rome

The magnificent atmosphere of the Domus Ottavia for your unforgettable stay in the "Centre of the World". Once through the large door on the road, you are immediately introduced to an atmosphere of other times, an atmosphere that will accompany you throughout your stay, making it unique and unforgettable! The apartment, which is located on the 2nd floor of a charming ancient building, can be reached both with a recently renovated period lift and via a comfortable and ancient staircase. The prestigious apartment is located at the beginning of via Ottaviano, just one hundred meters from the "Vatican Walls" and enjoys a unique and exceptional position. From the windows you can see: the top of the obelisk, the "Porta Angelica" and part of the colonnade of Piazza S. Pietro, as well as an entire façade of the "Palazzo Apostolico". The furniture is refined and mostly "period". There is excellent air conditioning and wi-fi internet. The general comfort is high, for an unforgettable stay! In preparing the "Domus Ottavia" for you, we have set ourselves the maximum hospitality as a goal! From silent air conditioning to the refined comfort of the services. With attention to the smallest details, the "Domus Ottavia" offers excellent comfort. A practical laundry area with washing machine, large and comfortable drying rack and ironing board, with steam iron. There is a large hotel safe. In moments of relaxation it is possible to consult, in a vast library with over 40 volumes on Rome, curiosities, prints, photos, stories, anecdotes and legends! You will also find a scale to weigh your baggage upon departure. In the Domus Ottavia smoking and pets are not allowed. We will meet you at check-in, for the remaining time: "Welcome to your home !!" The apartment overlooks Via Ottaviano, a quiet pedestrian area, without the transit of vehicles. The windows have double glazing, the shutters, in aluminum, have adjustable slats (to allow, if desired, total darkening at night). Access to the apartment is facilitated by a completely renovated lift, the heating is self-heating, the water is drinkable everywhere and the hot, unlimited water is generated at the moment by a gas boiler. The apartment is completely at your disposal. We will always be reachable by phone via written messages on chat. Since 1870, following the proclamation of Rome as the capital, the Prati district was built to accommodate the Piedmontese bureaucrats, with their families, moved to the new capital. Built in a short time, it is a fine example of early 1900's city building. Elegant and refined, equipped with all services, the district offers wide shopping streets and quiet side streets, typical Italian regional restaurants and excellent pizzerias, modern supermarkets and historic markets, all framed by beautiful tall trees. The strong point of the "Domus Ottavia" is its proximity to the Vatican, from "St. Peter's Square" to the "Vatican Museums", all just 400 meters away. The main public transport in the capital: 150 meters away there is the "Ottaviano" metro stop, 50 meters in Piazza del Risorgimento many bus lines and an important taxi station. Piazza del Popolo, Piazza Navona, the Phanteon, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and other wonders are within a radius of 2 km and can also be reached on foot along the very rich Via Cola di Rienzo. In the living room there is a modern 40" Smart TV connected to an excellent wi-fi .. !!