Twin Room
- 2 Single beds,2 Bunk beds
Hostel · Rome · Lazio
Foresteria Roma Esercito Della Salvezza
A straightforward 2-star hostel where guests keep returning for the staff, the location and the price.
- Staff score 8.8, the highest of any rated category
- Rooms from £48 a night with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning
- Close to Termini, buses and metro in the lively San Lorenzo district
7.8
Very good
2381 reviews
Booking.com 7.8 · 2381 reviews
About
Foresteria Roma Esercito Della Salvezza
Foresteria Roma Esercito Della Salvezza is a 2-star hostel on Via Degli Apuli in Rome, in the San Lorenzo district and a short distance from the Cimitero Monumentale del Verano. It is roughly a 10-minute drive from Piazza del Popolo, according to the property description.
The hostel is rated 7.8 from 2,381 reviews, with staff the most consistently praised feature. Guests describe clean, air-conditioned rooms, a secure building with locked gates at night, and a simple daily breakfast. Facilities include free Wi-Fi in rooms, 24-hour reception, luggage storage, a lift, a terrace and a garden area.
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Staff are the standout — The staff category rates 8.8, and reviewers repeatedly describe the team as friendly, helpful and multilingual, with some noting early check-in and staff going out of their way to help.
- Location works well for sightseeing — The hostel sits close to Termini station and public transport, and is in the San Lorenzo district near the university. Guests mention easy access to tourist sites, supermarkets, restaurants and bars nearby.
- Clean, comfortable rooms with the essentials — Rooms score 8.2, and guests praise comfortable beds, fresh sheets, air conditioning and desks. Free Wi-Fi in rooms is listed as an amenity.
- Secure and practical facilities — The property lists 24-hour reception and security, a lift, luggage storage, a terrace and a garden area. Several guests also mention feeling safe with locked gates at night.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Arrivals need to be before midnight — Check-in runs from 13:00 to 23:30, and the listed check-out window is 01:00 to 10:00. Late arrivals should plan ahead.
- No parking is listed — There is no on-site parking in the property details. The hostel is best reached by train, bus or metro, which is how guests describe getting around.
- Breakfast is simple — Guests appreciate the daily breakfast, but several describe it as basic or simple rather than a full spread.
- Score sits below the area average — The overall rating of 7.8 is below Rome's area average of 8.7. This is a budget property with honest service, not a polished hotel.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Housekeeping
Common areas
- Terrace
- Garden area
Services
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Vending machines
Safety & policies
- 24-hour security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- No pets allowed
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.8/10 from 2,381 reviews
Booking.com · 7.8 · 2381 reviews
7.8Verified guest“I chose this hostel because of its great location near the attractions I wanted to visit. The complimentary daily breakfast was a pleasant surprise, especially since it started at 7:30.”
7.8Verified guest“The staff were wonderfully welcoming and made us feel at home. The location was great, with historical sites easy to reach and Termini close by. The room was clean and comfortable, and there was a lovely rooftop terrace. Breakfast was simple but delicious — overall, a fantastic experience.”
7.8Verified guest“I had a great stay. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, and they let me check in early. The room was comfortable, and the air conditioning was a relief in the heat. The sheets were fresh and clean. The location was convenient, with a supermarket close by and buses and metro nearby. The area was also peaceful and quiet.”
7.8Verified guest“The multilingual staff somehow managed to understand me in English, Spanish, French, and Italian. The garden view was beautiful enough to make me forget I was sitting in a shared lounge. The free Italian breakfast was a small taste of heaven.”
7.8Verified guest“The rooms were cosy and comfortable, making me feel right at home. The air conditioning was essential during the warm summer days, and the desk came in handy for catching up on work.”
7.8Verified guest“A great location in San Lorenzo, especially handy for anyone visiting the university. Clean, comfortable rooms with all the essentials. Excellent value for money.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Around the hostel: The San Lorenzo district is described by guests as lively, with a square full of restaurants and bars a short walk away, plus a supermarket nearby. It's also convenient for anyone visiting the university.
Getting around: Termini station is close by, and guests mention easy access to buses and the metro for reaching popular tourist sites. The Cimitero Monumentale del Verano is a short distance away, while Piazza del Popolo is about a 10-minute drive.
Who it suits: Reviewers include university visitors, families and budget travellers, with several choosing the hostel for its location and praising the staff and value.
41 Via Degli Apuli, Rome, Lazio, 00185, 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 01:00-10:00
- 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
- 17 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time are check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 13:00 to 23:30, and check-out is between 01:00 and 10:00.
Is parking available?
No parking is listed in the property details. Most guests reach the hostel by public transport, with Termini station close by and buses and metro nearby.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is breakfast included?
Guests describe a complimentary daily breakfast that they found simple but welcome.
What room types are listed?
The listed room type is a Twin Room with two single beds and two bunk beds.
What is the address?
41 Via Degli Apuli, Rome, Lazio, Italy.
The bottom line
A dependable budget base in Rome: the staff, location and price all work in its favour, and the simple rooms come with the essentials. If you want a no-fuss place near public transport, this is a solid pick.
7.8Best for budget travellers who value location, friendly staff and a safe, straightforward stay.
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