Small Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Rome · Lazio
Hotel Isa
A quiet, elegant base near the Vatican with a rooftop terrace that draws praise for breakfast and sunset views.
- Rooftop terrace for breakfast and drinks with views across to Vatican City
- Within walking distance of Trevi Fountain, Colosseum, and other ancient sights
- Consistently praised for its friendly, efficient staff
8.5
Great
1546 reviews
Booking.com 8.5 · 1546 reviews
About
Hotel Isa
Hotel Isa occupies a quiet street in Rome's historic centre, 1.2 km from the Church of Saint Louis the French. The 66-room property holds a guest rating of 8.5 from over 1,500 reviews, with particular strengths in staff (9.5), comfort (8.9), and rooms (8.8).
The hotel's rooftop terrace is a recurring highlight, used both for breakfast and evening drinks, offering views that extend to Vatican City. Several returning guests note extensive remodelling in recent years, and the breakfast buffet is frequently described as generous, with fresh fruit, yogurts, and made-to-order omelettes.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Rooftop terrace with panoramic views — Guests consistently single out the fifth-floor terrace for breakfast and sunset drinks, calling the vista of Vatican City 'rather special' and 'amazing during sunset.'
- Central yet quiet location — The hotel sits on a side street within walking distance of the Vatican, Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain, and the Colosseum, but reviewers appreciate that it is less crowded than areas near other major sights.
- Attentive and efficient staff — Staff receive the highest rating category score at 9.5, and guests describe them as friendly, helpful, and efficient, with particular mentions of the restaurant team.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Compact standard rooms — While some guests report spacious upgraded rooms, the 'Small Twin' and 'Small Double' categories are deliberately compact, which may not suit travellers with large luggage.
- No on-site parking — The hotel does not list parking, typical for a central Rome property, so guests arriving by car will need to arrange nearby garages.
- Limited check-in window — Check-in is available only from 15:00 to 23:59, so late-night arrivals after midnight are not accommodated.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Small Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Triple Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Two Connecting Double Rooms
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Exclusive Double Room Spa Bath
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Wi-Fi
- Lift
- No smoking on site
- Pets allowed
Services
- 24-hour reception
- Safe deposit box
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Key card access
- Key access
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
- Security
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Cots
- Allergy-free rooms
Food & Drink
- In-room breakfast
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Outdoor & Recreation
- Terrace
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
Business & Events
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Safety & Security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 1,546 reviews
Booking.com · 8.5 · 1546 reviews
8.5Verified guest“We had booked a twin room with a rooftop view and found the location very central, easy to reach all of Rome's sights.”
8.5Verified guest“The room I stayed in was kept perfectly clean and had three beds. The location is uniquely central, just next to the river, near the Vatican and Piazza Navona, as well as Vatican City and Castel Sant'Angelo, and also near a great gelato shop. We found a restaurant called L'Arcangelo a short walk from the hotel and ate there several times.”
8.5Verified guest“The rooftop terrace was excellent for a great breakfast to start the day and a relaxing drink in the evening after exploring Rome's wonderful sights. The hotel is within walking distance of the Vatican and in a less busy area than near other attractions.”
8.5Verified guest“The roof terrace for breakfast, with its view across to Vatican City, was rather special.”
8.5Verified guest“The views from the rooftop were amazing, especially during sunset.”
8.5Verified guest“We really liked the quiet location, even though it was walking distance to all sights and shopping. We loved the extra-large bedroom with a private balcony, which gave plenty of space for unpacking suitcases and shopping bags. The breakfast was simply the best—excellent food including fresh fruit, yogurts, freshly squeezed orange juice, prosciutto and coppa ham, mozzarella balls, and small, non-greasy omelettes. It kept us going all day and we only needed dinner afterwards.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Church of Saint Louis the French: Hotel Isa occupies a quiet street in Rome's historic centre, 1.2 km from the Church of Saint Louis the French. The hotel's rooftop terrace also offers views that extend to Vatican City.
Via Cicerone 39, Rome, Lazio, 00193, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- Check-in
- From 15:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 66 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in runs from 15:00 to 23:59. Check-out is by 11:00.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are permitted at Hotel Isa.
The bottom line
A reliable, well-run hotel in a convenient corner of Rome, where the rooftop terrace and attentive service elevate a straightforward stay.
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