Ex Albergo Bianco: a stay of history and comfort in the heart of Garbatella In the heart of Garbatella, one of Rome’s most authentic and charming neighborhoods, Ex Albergo Bianco tells a unique chapter of the city’s history. Built between 1927 and 1929 as one of four suburban hotels designed by architect Giovanni Sabbatini, the building was originally created to offer temporary housing enriched with shared services like canteens, nurseries, schools, and laundries—a forward-thinking model for its time. With its distinctive Y-shaped layout, the building faces Piazza Biffi and once hosted a maternity ward and a children’s nursery. On December 13, 1931, it welcomed Mahatma Gandhi during his visit to Rome, who attended the inauguration of the maternity wing—an event that left a lasting mark on the neighborhood’s memory. Today, the building has been fully renovated, preserving its historic charm while offering modern comfort. The interiors feature 4-meter-high ceilings, large windows, and bright, airy spaces. Every detail is designed for your well-being: air conditioning, fully equipped kitchens, soundproofed walls, silent double-glazed windows, latest-generation mosquito screens, and top-quality mattresses. We also offer partnerships with selected local spots to provide high-quality breakfast and dinner options, in harmony with the authentic spirit of Garbatella. Staying at Ex Albergo Bianco means experiencing Rome in a space where history, beauty, and comfort come together.

My name is Enrico, and I’ve been working in hospitality for many years. I’ll be glad to welcome you to Guest House Biffi 2. I live here in Garbatella with my wife and daughter, and I truly love this beautiful neighborhood and the city of Rome. If you’d like, I’m happy to share helpful tips about the area and recommend some of our trusted partners for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and more, to help make your stay special. Welcome!

Founded in 1920, Garbatella is today one of the most desirable and livable neighborhoods in Rome, known for being trendy, human-scale, and highly sought after. Thanks to the charm of its streets and its “village-like” atmosphere, the unique mix that defines it—a combination of popular-rural character blended with diverse architectural influences such as Roman Barocchetto and Rationalism-Futurism—makes it one of the most distinctive and fascinating areas of Rome. Added to this is its vibrant spirit, felt not only by walking through its streets but also through the cultural buzz typical of the neighborhood: today it hosts several important cultural centers, including the Ambra Theatre in Garbatella, the Teatro Palladium, and more.