6 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Mixed
- 1 Bed in shared room
Hostel · Rome · Lazio
Roma Scout Center
A budget-friendly hostel in a quiet residential area of Rome, with high staff ratings, clean rooms, and easy metro access.
- Staff rated 9.0
- 450 m from Bologna Metro station
- Free Wi-Fi and 24-hour reception
8.3
Great
3471 reviews
Booking.com 8.3 · 3471 reviews
About
Roma Scout Center
Roma Scout Center is a hostel located in Rome’s residential Quartiere Nomentano, a 5-minute walk from Bologna Metro station. With an overall rating of 8.3 and over 3,400 reviews, it is a popular choice for budget travellers. The hostel offers bag storage, a lift, and a vending machine.
Guests can choose from dormitory rooms (mixed, female-only, male-only) or private doubles and family rooms with private bathrooms. Prices start from £56 per night. The property has a restaurant, bar, and terrace, and provides a welcome drink on arrival.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Exceptional staff — Rated 9.0 by guests, the team is consistently described as friendly, helpful, and efficient.
- Clean and spacious rooms — Rooms score 8.7 and many reviews highlight cleanliness and size, with lockers and air conditioning available.
- Great value for money — With a price from £56 and a Value rating of 8.4, guests feel the hostel offers affordable rates without sacrificing essentials.
- Convenient location — A 5-minute walk from Bologna Metro station and near Tiburtina train station, making it easy to explore Rome.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Moderate comfort score — The Comfort rating of 6.8 suggests beds or pillows may not be to everyone’s liking, common in dormitory settings.
- Basic facilities — Facilities score 7.3; shared bathrooms in dorms and limited common areas may not suit those seeking more amenities.
- Restricted check-in window — Check-in is only from 15:00 to 23:00, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
4 Bed Dormitory Room Dormitory Room Female only
- 1 Bed in shared room
Dormitory Room Female only
- 1 Bed in shared room
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Dormitory Room Male only
- 1 Bed in shared room
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Private Bathroom Double Room
- 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Dormitory Room Mixed
- 1 Bed in shared room
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Family Private Bathroom Room
- 3 Single beds,2 Single beds,1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General Amenities
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Lift
- Vending machines
- Key card access
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Curtains
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Children's buffet
Services
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Welcome drink
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
- Board games
Accessibility
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Safety
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 3,471 reviews
Booking.com · 8.3 · 3471 reviews
8.3Verified guest“A guest had an unexpected passport issue and needed a last-minute place for a few hours before a train. They found the hostel and appreciated the quick and easy check-in despite booking only 30 minutes in advance. The location near bus and metro was convenient, and the almost 24-hour working hours provided a quiet environment.”
8.3Verified guest“The staff was very helpful and the room was clean.”
8.3Verified guest“The room was very large and clean. Shared bathrooms were clean. Breakfast was simple but abundant with fresh fruit, bread, and coffee. The hostel is in a quiet residential area with little evening noise. Each room had air conditioning. The location was convenient to the metro to downtown, and nearby restaurants were good for dinner.”
8.3Verified guest“Efficient check-in, spacious and clean rooms, helpful and friendly staff, convenient location near transport and amenities, and a diverse and delicious breakfast.”
8.3Verified guest“Clean rooms, good value for money, and a nice breakfast included in the price.”
8.3Verified guest“Cheap, clean, and quite close to the metro station.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Getting Around: Bologna Metro station (Line B) is a 5-minute walk away, providing direct access to Termini, Colosseum, and other central sights. Tiburtina train station is also nearby for regional connections.
Neighbourhood Vibe: The hostel is in a quiet residential area with little evening noise. Local restaurants and cafes are within walking distance, offering a more local experience away from tourist crowds.
Largo Dello Scautismo 1, Rome, Lazio, 00162, 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 15:00-23:00
- Check-out
- By 05:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 135 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:00. Check-out is from 05:00 to 10:00.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, breakfast is included in the price and is described as a simple but abundant buffet with fresh fruit, bread, and coffee.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed at the hostel.
Is there parking available?
Yes, parking is available on site.
Is Wi-Fi free?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property at no extra charge.
What room types are offered?
The hostel offers dormitory rooms (mixed, female-only, male-only) with shared bathrooms, as well as private double rooms and family rooms with private bathrooms.
The bottom line
Roma Scout Center is a solid budget option in Rome, praised for its staff, cleanliness, and location, though comfort and facilities are more basic.
8.3Clean, affordable, and well-located—ideal for budget travellers.
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