Convenient location in central Rome, near Termini train station
Free Wi-Fi
Clean rooms with high ceilings
Tucked away on a quiet street without much traffic noise
Secure lockers to store valuables
Some rooms have shared bathrooms
Reception services are located at hotel next door
Air-conditioning and TVs are not standard
No on-site restaurant or kitchen
Carlito's Way Hotel and Hostel is a budget property just a few blocks from Termini train station in the center of Rome. The neighborhood is convenient for metro options, but a 30-minute walk from some of Rome's iconic landmarks. People stay at Carlito's Way for a clean and quiet place to sleep and store their belongings, but not much else. Reception services are located next door at Hotel Des Artistes.
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Scene
A budget-friendly hostel with no lobby
There isn't a lobby or any public areas for guests to use inside Carlito's Way, which means this isn't a typical party hostel. A terrace and reception services can be found next door at Hotel Des Artistes. The hostel’s rooms, interspersed among three buildings, have high ceilings and basic furniture, with views of the street. The cheapest room options include shared bathrooms, and an upgrade is required for air-conditioning and a flat-screen TV.
Location
On a quiet block near Termini Station
While the word hostel may conjure images of students and parties, this neighborhood is on a block with office buildings, so it's quiet without much foot traffic. Still, shops and restaurants are easily accessible via the Castro Pretorio Metro, a block away, and Termini railway station, a six-minute walk. Major landmarks such as the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain require a 30-minute walk. Previous guests have also mentioned the armed foreign embassies nearby. It can feel quite desolate in this area at night.
Rooms
Private rooms with AC and flat-screen TVs; basic rooms with shared bathrooms and ceiling fans
Carlito’s Way rooms are located in three different buildings. Private rooms are available with en suite bathrooms and the modern conveniences of air-conditioning and a flat-screen TV. More basic rooms offer a shared bathroom and ceiling fan. Views of the city street aren't sensational, but we've seen worse. For better rooms at a higher price point, check out the nearby BEST WESTERN PREMIER Royal Santina.** **
Features
Central location and free Wi-Fi
The ancient city of Rome isn't known for sprawling hotels with lots of amenities such as swimming pools and gyms, and you certainly won't find anything like that at this budget hostel. With free Wi-Fi, Carlito's Way is a generally clean, safe, and centrally located space to rest your head after a day in Rome, but don't expect much else. For those who book private rooms, a breakfast buffet is available at Hotel Des Artistes.
