Hotel De Petris in Rome

The rooms are old and awful, with cracked plaster, poor ventilation, and a foul odor. The only bonus is the location, but the price for this quality is high anyway. The hotel can ruin any impression of the beautiful surroundings. Unapologetically rude owner.

Don’t trust the 3.6 rating here on TA. We had a disappointing experience for our 3 night stay. Yes it’s close to a lot of places but I would recommend staying anywhere else. Room was extra small and cramped. Mold was all around the shower/tub. Room was damp with no air but to open the outside side door at 40f degree nights. Breakfast that was included wasn’t worth it. Stale breads, few options. Nothing to enjoy here. Find a coffee and croissant on the street instead. They are wonderful! We will not be recommending this hotel.

I cancelled my stay at Hotel De Petris due to illness in full compliance with their 72-hour cancellation policy. The reservation was for January 13–16, 2025, and the cancellation was made on January 9. The payment was completed via bank transfer (e-banking) on December 29, and the refund policy was clearly stated. Although the cancellation was confirmed in writing, the refund has not been processed to date (January 23), despite multiple follow-up emails and the provision of all required bank details. On January 16, the hotel confirmed in writing that the refund would be processed during the week starting January 19, which did not happen, and no further update has been provided. The complete lack of communication as of today shows indifference and gives the clear impression that the customer is not being treated with honesty or respect. This experience has been highly disappointing and unprofessional. I strongly advise future guests to be cautious, as communication is poor and refunds may not be handled reliably.

Hotel De Petris is conveniently located just 1 mile / 1.7km or 24 minute walk from the Colosseum 0.4 of a mile / 650m or 8 minutes walk (in a straight line) 0.25 of a mile / 400m or 5 minute walk from Trevi Fountain 0.68 of a mile / 1.1km or 14 minute walk from the Pantheon 2.2 miles / 3.5km or 49 minute walk to Vatican City Reception staff were lovely and allowed us to store our bags early in the morning so we could start enjoying the city before checking in. Room is a good size with wardrobe (security safe, extra pillows & blankets) side table with kettle, 3 power outlets and very large comfortable bed. Unfortunately, our room was on the ground floor and was extremely noisy with the window open. The window was onto the entry of another property and you could hear their comings and going constantly. As we had been travelling for a while before arriving to Rome, we had a later start to the day and had the “Do not Disturb” sign on the door but housecleaning went on there their way banging any crashing in the tiny corridor outside our door which is also where their linen cupboard was so constantly the banging the doors. Reception door is locked after 21:00 but there is a secured side door with 24hr access. Bathroom was “ok”, could have done with a bit of a scrub in the grout and sink top a bit worse for wear but nice fresh clean towels, small hand soap and shampoo (no conditioner) if your like us and prefer a shower gel, there is a mini market across the street) Used the hairdryer after washing my hair and had a horrible small coming from and then flames 🔥 coming from it. A bit scared but being after 21:00 no one to tell until morning. Unable to unplug the thing was it was wired into the wall. If you like a convince location this is the place If your a light sleeper, look somewhere else.

Horrible and rude. Stay away. Miserable front desk, hot and dirty place. Says family owned, not sure where family was but they weren’t onsite with people behaving like this. Find another place to stay, why make your trip to Rome a frustrating one.