Most of these questions are already answered on the website of the Rome Hostel Chaplin Bed and Breakfast itself. This blog gives me the chance to put them all together so here are the most important answers to your queries about payment at the Chaplin Bed and Breakfast, about the way we run the hostel and about the rooms. For questions about Rome itself there is another entry.
Faq Chaplin Bed and Breakfast Rome
Q: What do I need to do to make a reservation at the B&B Chaplin Hostel Rome and how do I pay for my stay at the B&B?
A: Payment itself takes place in cash, upon arrival, but in order to be able to confirm the reservation we need your credit card details (full name, number and expiration date) as a guarantee. Alternatively you can pay the first night’s stay by paying the amount of the first night’s stay through Paypal or by transferring that amount to the Chaplin’s bank account in Italy.
Q: What is the cancellation policy at the Chaplin Bed and Breakfast Rome?
A: If, for whatever reason, you wish to cancel your reservation, this must be done via e-mail or fax, at the latest 5 days before the expected arrival date, otherwise we will charge you the amount of the first night’s stay. In case you have booked the hostel by paying the first night in advance and you cancel 5 days or longer before the arrival date we will refund you the money, minus the commission we have to pay Paypal or our bank.
Q: How far is the B&B Chaplin Hostel Rome from Rome Termini?
A: The Chaplin Bed and Breakfast is no more than a 3 minute walk from Rome Termini. For directions and a map of the area, check our website.
Q: Is the Bed and Breakfast near public transport?
A: Being near the main railway station Termini in Rome, the Bed and Breakfast automatically has all means of public transport at walking distance. Rome’s two subway lines cross in Termini, the main buses leave from the square in front of the station and you will find a taxi stand on the Chaplin B&B side of Rome Termini.
Q: Is there an age-limit at the Chaplin Hostel Rome?
A: No. Everybody, no matter how old or how young they are, is welcome at the Bed and Breakfast Chaplin Hostel Rome.
Q: Is there a curfew at the Chaplin Hostel Rome? A: Of course there is no curfew at the Chaplin Hostel Rome. When you arrive at the B&B, we will give you the keys and you can come back whenever you want, always respecting the other people in the building and the other guests of the B&B Chaplin of course.
Q: Is there a lock-out at the Chaplin Hostel Rome?
A: The Bed and Breakfast does not have a lock-out period either. If you wish to have your room cleaned, and your bed made, you might have to vacate it for a 15 minute period between 10am and noon.
Q: Do we have to bring sheets, sleeping bags, or towels?
A: Of course not. The B&B Chaplin Hostel provides sheets and blankets and you get clean towels every day.
Q: Are all taxes included in the price?
A: All taxes are included.
Q: Are showers include in the price?
A: Of course. The showers at the Rome Bed and Breakfast Chaplin Hostel are included (and always hot).
Q: Is breakfast included in the price?
A: Of course, the Chaplin is a Bed and Breakfast.
Q: What time is breakfast served at the Rome Bed and Breakfast Chaplin Hostel and what does it consist of?
A: Breakfast is served from 8am till 10am and it consists of coffee or tea, different kinds of fruit juice, fresh bread every morning (if you make sure to be up at 8, it will still be warm from the oven), butter, jam, cheese, cornflakes or muesli with milk.
Q: Is the Chaplin Hostel near the centre of Rome?
A: Several of Rome’s main attractions (Colosseum, Forum Romanum, Museo Nazionale Romano, the Basilicas of Saint Mary Major and Saint Peter in Chains) are within easy walking distance from the B&B. Rome is a big city though and of course some of the sights that are further from the centre (Vatican, Saint Peter, Sistine Chapel, Catacombs) require the use of Rome’s public transport system (see the question above).
Q: Do we need a youth hostel membership card in order to stay at the B&B Chaplin Hostel Rome?
A: No, everybody is welcome at the Bed and Beakfast.
Q: Do we have to bring sheets, sleeping bags, or towels?
A: Of course not. The B&B Chaplin Hostel provides sheets and blankets and you get clean towels every day.
Q: What are your check-in and check-out times?
A: At the Bed and Breakfast Chaplin Hostel Rome you can check in at any time after 8am. Since check-out takes place at 10.30am, though, we cannot guarantee that your room will be ready before 12 o’clock noon.
Q: Does the Chaplin Bed and Breakfast provide storage space for our luggage?
A: Of course. Both on your arrival day, in case you arrive before the room is ready, and on your departure day, in case you have a late train or plane and you still want to go and see Rome, without being burdened by your luggage, we will keep your luggage at the hostel. (And to answer the next question: Yes, this is free of charge. You will have to tell us the exact time you will come and pick up your stuff, since we will have to be at the B&B especially for you.)
Q: Are there cooking facilities at the Bed and Breakfast?
A: No. There are coffee and tea-making facilities at the Chaplin Hostel Rome, but no more than that.
Q: Is there internet access at the B&B?
A: Unfortunately not, but the area is full of internet points and we will happily tell you where to find them.
Q: Is the area around the Rome Hostel Chaplin Bed and Breakfast safe at night?
A: Yes, it is. Rome’s biggest police barracks is right across the road from the Bed and Breakfast and there are several sidewalk cafes on your walk between Rome Termini and the B&B making sure that the area is well lit at night.
Q: Can we bring friends into the hostel?
A: It is forbidden to bring people that are not registered into the hostel. This goes for all hotels, hostels and bed and breakfasts in Rome.