Guest Room
- 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed
Hotel · Rome · Lazio
Hotel Okapi
A small, no-frills hotel a block from Piazza del Popolo and the metro, with some rooms offering balconies and staff that guests consistently praise.
- A block from Piazza del Popolo and the metro
- Staff rated 9.3 out of 10 by guests
- Some rooms include balconies and private bathrooms
8.5
Great
1404 reviews
Booking.com 8.5 · 1404 reviews
About
Hotel Okapi
Hotel Okapi is at Via Della Penna 57, near Piazza del Popolo and the metro, in a part of Rome guests describe as safe for evening walks. It's a small, no-frills property with compact rooms — some with balconies — and a short list of essentials: Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a safe deposit box, daily housekeeping, free city maps, and tourist information.
Staff are the other clear strength. The team earns a 9.3 staff rating and regular comments about being polite, helpful, and quick to respond. The location also works well for sightseeing: the Vatican Museums are a 25-minute walk away, and guests mention cafes and eateries close by. For an inexpensive, central base, it's a solid pick.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Prime position near Piazza del Popolo — Guests say the hotel is practically on the square and a block from the metro, with the Vatican Museums around a 25-minute walk away.
- Staff who are quick and welcoming — The staff rating is 9.3 and the service rating 8.6, with reviews describing the team as polite, helpful, affable, and quick to respond.
- Spotless rooms with good A/C — Reviews repeatedly mention clean, comfortable rooms, firm mattresses, and effective air conditioning; several room types come with a private bathroom.
- Budget-friendly with the essentials covered — Rooms start at £63 per night, and guests describe it as a budget option that still delivers daily housekeeping, free Wi-Fi, and extras like city maps.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Compact rooms — Guests use words like small, compact, and cosy; the Comfort rating is 7.6, so it's not a roomy hotel.
- No on-site parking — The hotel doesn't list parking, so guests arriving by car will need to make their own arrangements.
- Pets and smoking are both off the table — The policy is no pets and no smoking anywhere on site, so it won't fit travellers with animals or smokers.
- Check-in window ends at 23:30 — Check-in runs from 13:00 to 23:30 and checkout is between 08:00 and 11:00, so late arrivals need to plan around it.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Private Bathroom Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
Private Bathroom Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
Private Bathroom Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Courtyard view
- Private bathroom
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Connectivity & comfort
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Safe deposit box
- Housekeeping
- Cots
Room features
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
Services & arrival
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Paid airport shuttle
- Security
- Key access
- Lift
Common areas
- Leisure/ TV room
Safety & policies
- No smoking on site
- No pets allowed
- 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 1,404 reviews
Booking.com · 8.5 · 1404 reviews
8.5Verified guest“Excellent location, close to Piazza del Popolo and everything else. The room was clean and comfortable, tidied every day, and the balcony was a lovely spot for coffee while taking in the city atmosphere. There are nice cafes nearby too — a perfect pick for a cosy stay.”
8.5Verified guest“A quality small hotel where we had a lovely stay. They gave us a single room with a private bathroom and a balcony, exactly as booked, and the hotel is within walking distance of a metro station.”
8.5Verified guest“Compact rooms with a balcony, air conditioning, and a private bathroom.”
8.5Verified guest“We stayed four days in a single room with a balcony and a modern bathroom — everything was spotless.”
8.5Verified guest“Superb location. Staff are extremely helpful and polite. The room was small, but I slept comfortably on a very good, firm mattress, and the air conditioning worked well.”
8.5Verified guest“The hotel is practically on Piazza del Popolo, near the metro. The cosy rooms are a pleasant change from the standard rooms you usually find at this level.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Piazza del Popolo: Guests say the hotel is practically on the square, with cafes and eateries nearby and streets that feel safe for an evening wander.
Vatican Museums: The hotel's description puts the Vatican Museums around a 25-minute walk away, making it possible to walk there from the hotel.
Metro: The metro is about a block from the hotel, according to guest reviews, which makes getting around Rome simple.
Via Della Penna 57, Rome, Lazio, 00186, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 13:00-23:30
- Check-out
- By 08:00-11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 10 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
Where exactly is Hotel Okapi?
It's at Via Della Penna 57 in Rome, described by guests as being a block from Piazza del Popolo and the metro.
What are Hotel Okapi's check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 13:00 to 23:30. Check-out is between 08:00 and 11:00.
Does Hotel Okapi have parking?
No on-site parking is listed. The hotel does offer a paid airport shuttle.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Okapi?
No. The hotel states that pets are not allowed and that the property is non-smoking.
The bottom line
For a short city break, Hotel Okapi is an easy choice: the location is hard to beat, the staff are consistently praised, and the rooms are clean if compact. Just book knowing there's no parking and a limited evening check-in.
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