About

Tomato Urban Retreat Ostello della gioventù is a sustainable hostel in Monti, one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Rome, a short walk from Termini station and within walking distance of the Colosseum. It is run by Social Supply, a third-sector social cooperative.

Forty-five rooms — singles, doubles and quads, many with a private bathroom — with fast Wi-Fi, thermal and acoustic insulation and mechanical ventilation, so the air stays clean and filtered. Rooms are decorated with prints and artwork by local artists. Generous shared spaces open onto an inner garden, and there is a coworking space and a meeting room for anyone working while they travel.

The building runs without gas: eight high-efficiency heat pumps, solar thermal and photovoltaic with storage. Separate waste collection, tap water on draught instead of plastic, flow reducers on every tap.

Keyless entry at any hour, secure bike storage and a table tennis table.

Tomato Urban Retreat Ostello della gioventù - Terms & Conditions:

Cancellation policy: free up to 48 hours before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.

Check-in from 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out is free, subject to availability - just ask on the day.

Card payments only (no cash). This property may pre-authorize your card before arrival.
No city tax is due: as a youth hostel we are exempt from the Rome city tax.
Breakfast not included.

General:
No curfew
Pets are not allowed.
Children of all ages are welcome, including in shared dormitory beds. Children up to 3 years old stay free of charge in their parents' bed; from 4 years old they are counted as adults.
Smoking is allowed in designated outdoor areas only.

CIN IT058091B6DD6EQYWL

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 00:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Child Friendly
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Coworking Space
  • Luggage Storage
  • Table Tennis
  • Self-Catering Facilities
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Reviews

9.4Superb(56)
  • Value for Money
    9.5
  • Security
    9.8
  • Atmosphere
    8.5
  • Cleanliness
    9.7
  • Staff
    9.8
  • Location
    9.6
  • Facilities
    9.1
Summary of traveller reviews

Tomato Urban Retreat in Rome offers a very clean and secure stay with exceptionally friendly and helpful staff. Its central location is ideal for exploring the city. Some facilities are still developing, but it's a great base for travellers.

Stayed in Oct 2026
9.7
M
Matthew
Male, 41+, USA
You need curtains on the beds for some privacy
Stayed in Oct 2026
8.9
M
Madison
Female, 18-24, USA
The hostel itself was very nice and clean. The location was very close to the colosseum but not in a great area for all the other attractions and restaurants. The area was a bit sketch at night (for a female) but the facilities were nice.
Stayed in Oct 2026
10
H
Hannah
Female, 25-30, USA
Wow, this place was amazing. I was surprised it was a hostel, it had the cleanliness of a hotel! The staff are so friendly and attentive, and the metro/train station is a 5 minute walk away. This is a wonderful place
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Location

4 Via Cesare Balbo, Rome, Italy
1.1km from city centre