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Via Rodi 29, Rome, Italy, 00195

Hotel Franklin Feel The Sound - Music-themed 3-star hotel near Vatican City

Located in the Prati residential area, 500 meters from Ottaviano-Vatican Museum metro station. The hotel features 22 soundproofed rooms, each equipped with Bang & Olufsen sound systems playing specific music genres. Amenities include free WiFi, 24-hour room service, air conditioning, safes, and complimentary newspapers. The property offers a garden with a furnished patio, a computer work station, and Italian and international newspapers. The Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica are a 15-minute walk away. The hotel provides a roundtrip airport shuttle, free bike rentals, and concierge services for restaurant and event reservations.

Additional perks of the hotel

Free bike rentals for exploring Prati and the historic center

Limo/town car service and express check-in

Dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals available

Staff assistance with tourist info, restaurant bookings, and event tickets

Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and a first aid kit

Music-themed rooms

The hotel offers 22 soundproofed rooms categorized by music genre, each with Bang & Olufsen sound systems and LCD TVs. The Pop Room has one French bed and a pop music selection. The Rock Room features one double bed and a rock music selection. The Blues Room is a superior double or triple with a blues music selection and an en-suite bathroom. The Jazz Room includes a balcony and a jazz music selection. The Soul Junior Suite has a private garden, hydro-massage bathroom, and a soul music selection.

Other conveniences

Free WiFi and 24-hour room service

Air conditioning and in-room safes

En-suite bathrooms with hydro-massage (select rooms)

Flat-screen TVs and complimentary newspapers

Ironing facilities, mini-bar, and tea/coffee makers

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre
Rome 2.3 mi
Airports
Fiumicino (FCO) 17.7 mi
Ciampino (CIA) 21.4 mi
Train
Roma San Pietro Train Station 1.2 mi
Underground
Ottaviano metro2000 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Video games

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Patio
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Hotel Location

Via Rodi 29, Rome, Italy, 00195
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Via Rodi 29, Rome, Italy, 00195
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Museo del Tesoro della Basilica di San Pietro
1800 ft
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Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?
82%
loved it & would return
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
8.0
Location
7.5
Service
8.0
Dining
7.0
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 5 reviews
4/5 based on 722 reviews
8.2
8.2/10 based on 1430 reviews
#271 of 1,379 hotels in Rome based on Tripadvisor
Jonathan
United States, February  2024
7.6/10

The hotel is quite funky with clean rooms, featuring unique decor like a snare drum as a side table and a disco ball in the bathroom. My husband couldn't stop chuckling at the fun touches. The room had flat-screen TVs, deluxe sound systems, a jacuzzi bath, and an outside balcony area with a table and chairs. However, the room temperature was too hot and couldn't be adjusted.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and quite funky with unique decor elements. My husband had a good laugh at the creative touches.
Service
7.0
The service, contrary to our expectations based on the hotel's fun concept, was cold and unenthusiastic. However, when we raised concerns, they promptly addressed them. The staff were friendly and helpful, providing us with maps and directions whenever needed.
Location
8.0
The location was good, just a brisk walk from the metro station making it convenient for exploring Rome and its attractions. It was a bit far from the Colosseum but close to the Vatican and major sites.
Dining
7.0
The dining was decent with good options like fresh fruit, pastries, cold meats, cheese, and boiled eggs. However, hot food options were lacking, which was a minor downside.
Facilities
The hotel facilities were good, offering everything we needed for a comfortable stay.
Walter
United States, February  2024
7.8/10

My stay at the hotel was wonderful overall. The rooms were unique and funky, just as advertised, with cool features like a disco ball light. The service was amazing, and the staff went above and beyond to make my stay pleasurable. The location was convenient, albeit a bit far from the center, but easy access to transportation made up for it. The dining experience was good, though I would have liked more variety. Overall, a great experience with a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were funky and uniquely designed, with cool features like a disco ball light. They were serviced daily, although my room wasn't ready upon arrival.
Service
9.0
The service was amazing, with kind and friendly staff who made my stay pleasurable.
Location
7.0
The location was convenient, though a bit far from the center. Easy access to transportation and nearby attractions like the Vatican Museum made up for it.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, but I would have preferred more variety in the savory food options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered a range of facilities like room service and shuttle services.
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