Superior Double or Twin Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Rome · Lazio
The Code Hotel
A 4-star stay on Via Sistina, a short walk from the Spanish Steps and within easy reach of Trevi Fountain and the Colosseum.
- On Via Sistina, close to the Spanish Steps
- Rooftop views over Rome's skyline
- Spa, breakfast and 24-hour reception
8.1
Great
1494 reviews
Booking.com 8.1 · 1494 reviews
About
The Code Hotel
The Code Hotel is a 4-star property on Via Sistina 79 in Rome, set just above the Spanish Steps. It has 53 rooms, a restaurant and bar, a snack bar and a spa and wellness centre with a Jacuzzi, massage and beauty treatments. The hotel also offers 24-hour reception, a safe, luggage storage, a paid airport shuttle and facilities for disabled guests.
Guest feedback centres on the location: Trevi Fountain is about a 5-10 minute walk away, the Colosseum is close, and the property is within walking distance of the metro. The hotel's own description puts the Tiber a 14-minute walk away. Rooms are modern and soundproofed, with air conditioning, heating and flat-screen TVs, while the public areas and staircase get a mention for their design.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Location close to the Spanish Steps — Via Sistina sits right at the top of the steps, and guests describe quick walking access to Trevi Fountain and the Colosseum. Location is the hotel's strongest rated category at 9/10.
- Friendly, helpful staff — Several reviews call the team friendly, patient, knowledgeable and ready to help at any hour, which matches the description's note on helpful staff.
- Breakfast and rooftop views — A guest praises the breakfast spread for setting up the day, and another rates the rooftop views over Rome's skyline as amazing. Dining scores 8/10.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Rooms score below the rest — The rooms and cleanliness category scores 7/10, the hotel's lowest. One guest found the room cold because the air conditioning remote was missing batteries, so room maintenance is not always perfect.
- Late-arrival check-in window — Check-in runs from 14:00 to 23:59, so if you are arriving after midnight you will need another plan. Checkout is listed from 02:00 to 11:00.
- No pets, no on-site parking listed — The hotel does not accept pets and lists no parking, so guests travelling with a dog or a car should arrange alternatives in advance. A paid airport shuttle is available.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Classic Double or Twin Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Junior Suite Hot Tub
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Small Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Classic Triple Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Hotel basics
- Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
- Safe deposit box
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Key card access
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- No smoking on site
- Allergy-free rooms
- Wheelchair access
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
- No pets allowed
Food & drink
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Snack bar
- Coffee shop
- In-room breakfast
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Children's menu
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Wellness & relaxation
- Spa & wellness centre
- Jacuzzi
- Treatment room
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Facial
- Body scrub
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Make up services
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
Room comforts
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Sink
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Parquet floor
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Paid airport shuttle
- Fax/Photocopying
- Cots
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.1/10 from 1,494 reviews
Booking.com · 8.1 · 1494 reviews
8.1Verified guest“The location was perfect, at the top of the Spanish Steps, and it meant I could walk quickly to everything I wanted to see. My room was spacious and the shower was fantastic, which was lovely after a long journey.”
8.1Verified guest“We had a lovely four-day stay. Everything was excellent, and the location was stunning – close to the Colosseum and about five to ten minutes' walk from the Trevi Fountain. The staff were very knowledgeable.”
8.1Verified guest“A beautiful location. When you open the shutters in the morning, the city feels lively. The mattress, bed linen and the room were clean, the hot water came instantly and the air conditioning warmed the room quickly, although the missing batteries meant it was cold when we first arrived. The breakfast waitress was lovely and remembered everyone's orders.”
8.1Verified guest“The rooftop views were amazing, just right for looking out over Rome's skyline.”
8.1Verified guest“Basically, if you aren't bothered by the pushy crowds of Pakistani rose sellers, the location is good. The staff were very friendly and smiling, and there was a Russian-speaking girl. Cleaning was thorough and timely, and the room was left clean while we were out.”
8.1Verified guest“Excellent location at the Spanish Steps, with all the attractions within walking distance, shopping streets nearby and the metro about five minutes away on foot. Towels were changed every day, and the bathroom had the necessary accessories.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Spanish Steps: The hotel sits just above the Spanish Steps; guests describe the location as perfect and a very short walk from the landmark.
Trevi Fountain: One guest mentions a five to ten minute walk to the Trevi Fountain.
Colosseum: A guest who stayed for four days describes the location as very close to the Colosseum; no exact walking time is given in reviews.
Metro: One review puts the metro around a five-minute walk away, useful for reaching nearby parts of the city.
Tiber: The hotel description lists the Tiber as a 14-minute walk away.
Via Sistina 79, Rome, Lazio, 00187, 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 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 02:00-11:00
- 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
- 53 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
Where is The Code Hotel?
It is at Via Sistina 79 in Rome, near the top of the Spanish Steps. Reviewers mention a 5-10 minute walk to Trevi Fountain and close proximity to the Colosseum.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in runs from 14:00 to 23:59. Check-out is from 02:00 to 11:00.
Does The Code Hotel have parking?
No on-site parking is listed. A paid airport shuttle is available.
Are pets allowed at The Code Hotel?
No, pets are not allowed, and the hotel is non-smoking throughout.
What spa facilities are available?
The on-site spa and wellness centre includes a Jacuzzi, treatment room, massage options and beauty services such as manicures, pedicures and facials.
The bottom line
For a first visit to Rome, The Code Hotel's position near the Spanish Steps is the main draw. The staff and breakfast are consistent positives, and the trade-offs are mostly small: rooms score lower than the location, and the check-in window ends at 23:59. If being in the middle of it matters, this is a dependable 4-star base.
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