Guest Room
- 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
Hotel · Rome · Lazio
Dipendenza Hotel Galileo
A straightforward three-star base in Rome's Central Station area, close to Termini and the metro, with the kind of service guests tend to remember.
- About 2 minutes on foot to Castro Pretorio metro (line B)
- Around 10 minutes' walk to Termini station
- Staff repeatedly praised for helpfulness and local advice
7.8
Very good
175 reviews
Booking.com 7.8 · 175 reviews
About
Dipendenza Hotel Galileo
Dipendenza Hotel Galileo is a 3-star hotel on Via Palestro in Rome's Central Station district. It sits roughly a two-minute walk from Castro Pretorio metro on line B and about ten minutes on foot from Termini, with a 24-hour reception, luggage storage, a paid airport shuttle and parking listed among its facilities.
Guest ratings put it at 7.8 from 175 reviews, with the strongest marks for staff and rooms. The room list is simple — a Guest Room with two singles or one double, and a triple that sleeps three — and the facilities are kept modest: a small lift, snack bar, vending machines, terrace and free Wi-Fi in rooms.
- No smoking on site
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Staff are the standout — Repeat guests describe a friendly, helpful team, with particular praise for the reception staff's local tips and willingness to answer questions.
- Location works for sightseeing — About two minutes on foot to Castro Pretorio metro on line B and around ten minutes to Termini, with restaurants close by and easy links into the historic centre.
- Clean, quiet rooms — Guests regularly call the rooms spotless and comfortable, and several note the quiet despite the central location.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Facilities are the weakest point — The hotel's lowest category score is facilities at 6.2, and guests mention a small lift and compact rooms rather than any significant extras.
- Reception experience can vary by shift — Most reviews are warm, but one guest described the night staff as rude and intimidating, and another said only most of the staff were pleasant.
- Breakfast is simple — Reviewers call it sufficient and adequate rather than memorable; the dining score of 7.2 suggests a consistent but modest offering.
- No pets allowed — The policy is clear: pets cannot stay at the hotel.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
- Shower
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Hotel facilities
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Lift
- Luggage storage
- Vending machines
- Terrace
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
In-room
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Cots
Food & drink
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
Policies
- No smoking on site
- No pets allowed
Activities
- Cycling
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.8/10 from 175 reviews
Booking.com · 7.8 · 175 reviews
7.8Verified guest“The price felt fair for what you get, especially being so close to Termini. Staff were attentive to small details, the room was clean and fresh, and the basic touches like towels and breakfast were handled well.”
7.8Verified guest“Friendly, helpful staff from top to bottom, and a spotless room with comfortable beds.”
7.8Verified guest“The morning receptionist was excellent — kind and generous with sightseeing advice for getting around the city.”
7.8Verified guest“A great base near Termini with restaurants within reach on foot. The staff stayed friendly and knowledgeable, rooms were clean and tidy with fresh towels, and breakfast, while simple, was enough to start the day.”
7.8Verified guest“The daytime staff were friendly, but the night staff — possibly the owner — came across as rude and intimidating.”
7.8Verified guest“Convenient for Termini and the metro. Rooms were spotless and comfortable, breakfast was plentiful, and the small lift serves the third floor. The female reception staff were especially welcoming and helpful.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Getting around: The hotel is about a two-minute walk from Castro Pretorio metro on line B and around ten minutes on foot to Termini. Guest reviews also mention bus stops within about five minutes.
Eating and essentials: Reviewers point to plenty of restaurants within walking distance, and shopping is reachable on foot as well.
The Central Station district: The hotel sits in Rome's Central Station area, described in the hotel's own overview as a practical base for travellers interested in architecture, history and sightseeing.
Via Palestro 35, 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 13:30-23:59
- 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
- 10 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in runs from 13:30 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.
Does the hotel have parking?
Parking is listed among the hotel's facilities. Confirm availability and terms directly with the hotel before arriving.
Are pets allowed?
No — the hotel does not allow pets.
Is breakfast included?
Several guest reviews describe breakfast as included or complimentary, and it is generally described as simple but sufficient.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes — the hotel offers a paid airport shuttle service.
The bottom line
Dipendenza Hotel Galileo is a well-located, good-value 3-star for travellers who plan to spend most of their time out in Rome. Expect clean, quiet rooms and genuinely helpful staff, with modest facilities and some inconsistency at reception.
7.8A dependable Termini-area base for sightseeing trips.
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