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Hostel · Rome · Lazio

Borgo Ripa Urban Travel

A sociable, hostel-style stay in Rome with shared lounge, bar, and 24-hour reception.

  • 24-hour reception and security
  • Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and soundproofed rooms
  • Shared lounge, bar, welcome drink, and happy hour
8.1 Great 2666 reviews Booking.com 8.1 · 2666 reviews

About

Borgo Ripa Urban Travel

Borgo Ripa Urban Travel sits on Lungotevere Ripa in Rome, within 400 metres of Monte Palatino. The property mixes dormitory beds and private rooms, with a shared lounge, a bar area, and a leisure/TV room. It carries an 8.1 guest rating from 2,666 reviews.

Check-in runs from 15:00 to 23:59 and check-out is by 11:00. The front desk is staffed around the clock, with 24-hour security, key access, and lockers for guests. Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heating, and soundproofed rooms are standard, and the on-site bar includes welcome drinks and happy hour.

  • No smoking on site
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Staff score 9.1 — Guests rate the team higher than any other category, making the front desk a reliable point of the stay.
  • Well-rated facilities — Facilities earn a 9.0, among the strongest scores in the guest ratings.
  • Common spaces designed for relaxing — The shared lounge, bar/lounge area, leisure/TV room, welcome drink, and happy hour give guests room to socialise or unwind.
  • 24-hour front desk — Reception stays open around the clock, with express check-in/out and 24-hour security.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Check-in ends at 23:59 — The 15:00–23:59 window means late-night arrivals need to plan ahead.
  • No pets — Pets are not allowed anywhere on site.
  • Below the Rome-area average — Borgo Ripa's 8.1 rating trails the area average of 8.7, though it's based on 2,666 reviews.
  • No parking listed — There's no mention of on-site parking, so public transport or nearby garages are the practical options.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Shared Bathroom Quadruple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons

4 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Male only

  • 1 Bed in shared room
  • Shower
  • Non-smoking
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

4 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Female only

  • 1 Bed in shared room
  • Shower
  • Non-smoking
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Dormitory Room Male only

  • 1 Bed in shared room
  • Shower
  • Non-smoking
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Large Double Room

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed,1 Double bed
  • Garden view
  • Shower
  • Non-smoking
  • Heating

6 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Female only

  • 1 Bed in shared room

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Comfort & Connectivity

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Reception & Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
  • Housekeeping
  • Key access
  • Locker room

Food & Drink

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Safety & Policies

  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed

Common Areas

  • Shared lounge
  • Leisure/ TV room

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.1
Great 2666 reviews

Guest-rated 8.1/10 from 2,666 reviews

Booking.com · 8.1 · 2666 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Rome

The property sits in Rome.

Monte Palatino: The ancient hill is a 400-metre walk from the property, putting Palatine ruins within easy reach.

Trajan's Forum: About 1 km away, the forum complex extends the historical circuit beyond the Palatine.

Saint Peter's Square: Roughly 2 km from the property, Saint Peter's Square is within reach for a longer walk.

3 Lungotevere Ripa, Rome, Lazio, 00153, Italy

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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 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
Not allowed
Property
30 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in runs from 15:00 to 23:59; check-out is by 11:00.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not permitted at Borgo Ripa Urban Travel.

Is Wi-Fi included?

Yes, Wi-Fi is free in rooms.

What shared spaces are available?

There's a shared lounge, a bar/lounge area, and a leisure/TV room. Guests receive a welcome drink and can join happy hour.

The bottom line

For travellers who want a central, no-fuss Rome base, Borgo Ripa Urban Travel delivers a sociable mix of dorms and private rooms at a budget price, backed by strong staff and facilities reviews.

8.1Best for budget travellers and groups who value a 24-hour front desk and easy access to Palatine Hill.

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