2026 Grand Challenges Scholars Program
Annual Meeting Accommodations
February 13-16
Sapienza University of Rome, Italy
Grand Hotel Palatino (Conference Hotel Option)
Address: Via Cavour 213, Rione Monti, 00184 Roma, Italia
Distance from venue: 250 m
Website: Grand Hotel Palatino — F&H Hotel Group
Notes: 4 stars Hotel
Room Rates (GCSP Conference Rates)
- Classic Single Room: €169 / night
- Classic Double Room: €189 / night
- City tax: €7.50 per person, per night (not included in room rate)
Booking Information
To receive the GCSP discounted rates, please book by 15 January 2026.
How to book
- Email the hotel directly: groups.ghp@fhhotelgroup.it
Reference contact: Gianmarco Pira -- mention you are attending the GCSP Annual Meeting 2026 to receive the negotiated rate. - Phone (optional): +39 06 4814927
- You may also book through their website or via Booking.com, however, GCSP rates are only guaranteed via email booking with Gianmarco.
Offer Notes
- Rates valid until 15 January 2026.
- Availability is limited; early booking is recommended.
Hotel Forum (Conference Hotel Option)
Address: Via Tor de' Conti, 25-30, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
Distance from venue: 500 m
Website: Hotel Forum
Notes: 4 stars Hotel
Room Rates (GCSP Conference Rates)
- Single room (double room for single use): €150 / night per person
- Double room: €125 / night per person
- Triple room: €110 / night per person
- Quadruple room: €115 / night per person
- City tax: €7.50 per person, per night (not included in room rate)
Booking Information
To receive the GCSP discounted rates, please book by 15 January 2026.
How to book
- Email the hotel directly: info@hotelforum.com
Reference contact: Giovanna
Please mention in the email subject: “2026.CONFERENZA INTERNAZIONALE LA SAPIENZA 12-14/2/26” - Phone: +39 06 6792446
Offer Notes
- Rates valid until 15 January 2026.
- Booking must be done through email to receive discounted rates.
Basilic of S.Agata De Goti (Conference Hotel Option)
Address: Via Mazzarino, 16, 00184 Roma RM
Distance from venue: 550 m
Website: Basilic of S. Agata Dei Goti — Wikipedia
Notes: Few rooms available inside an authentic ancient church.
Room Rates
- Single Rate: €55 / night per person
Booking Information
Rooms are limited. To reserve, please contact Fr. Claudio Montolli directly.
Mention that you are attending the GCSP Conference.
How to book
- Email: claudiomontolli@tiscali.it
- WhatsApp / Phone: +39 389 2082676
Reference Contact: Fr. Claudio Montolli
Offer Notes
- Located within a historic basilica - very limited availability.
- Booking only through email or WhatsApp.
Sacred Heart Salesian Sisters - Istituto San Giuseppe di Cluny (Conference Hotel Option)
Address: Via Guicciardini, 4, 00184 Roma RM, Italia
Distance from venue: 1 km
Website: Monastery Stays — Official Booking Portal
Notes: Accommodation offered in monastic guesthouses (simple, clean, and quiet).
Room Rates
- Rates: €50–€75 / night per person
Booking Information
Bookings must be made through the Monastery Stays platform.
In the “Contact Us” form, mention that you previously corresponded with Mark regarding the GCSP Conference.
How to book
- Booking Website: Monastery Stays — Contact Page
- In the message, mention:
“I previously contacted Mark about accommodation for the GCSP Conference.”
Offer Notes
- This website manages multiple monastery guesthouses.
- Availability may vary by property at the time of booking.
- If the preferred monastery is unavailable, the platform may redirect to a nearby alternative with similar low rates.
Apartments Available (12–16 February)
Several apartment-style accommodations are available for groups, typically ranging between $40–$85 USD per night per person. Below are recommended options within walking or metro distance of the venue.
Via Urbana Apartment (2.6 km)
- Beds: 9 — Places: 14
- Distance: 2.6 km (20–25 min by metro)
- Cost per place: €210
- Cost per person (13): €220
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Modern Termini Flat (2.6 km)
- Beds: 7 — Places: 13
- Distance: 2.6 km (20–25 min by metro)
- Cost per place: €220
- Cost per person (13): €220
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Colosseo Large Home (2.5 km)
- Beds: 15 — Places: 16
- Distance: 2.5 km (20–25 min by metro)
- Cost per place: €130
- Cost per person (13): €160
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San Pietro in Vincoli Area Apartment (1.6 km)
- Beds: 9 — Places: 13
- Distance: 1.6 km (18–20 min walking)
- Cost per place: €240
- Cost per person (13): €240
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Monti Spacious Apartment (1.1 km)
- Beds: 9 — Places: 16
- Distance: 1.1 km (12–15 min walking)
- Cost per place: €190
- Cost per person (13): €240
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Termini Bright Loft (2.4 km)
- Beds: 15 — Places: 16
- Distance: 2.4 km (20–25 min by metro)
- Cost per place: €140
- Cost per person (13): €180
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Termini Family Suite (2.3 km)
- Beds: 10 — Places: 16
- Distance: 2.3 km (18–22 min by metro)
- Cost per place: €160
- Cost per person (13): €200
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Cavour Large Apartment (500 m)
- Beds: 13 — Places: 16
- Distance: 500 m (5–7 min walking)
- Cost per place: €250
- Cost per person (13): €310
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Cavour Terrace Apartment (500 m)
- Beds: 13 — Places: 14
- Distance: 500 m (5–7 min walking)
- Cost per place: €230
- Cost per person (13): €250
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Monti Elegant Flat (1 km)
- Beds: 7 — Places: 14
- Distance: 1 km (10–12 min walking)
- Cost per place: €250
- Cost per person (13): €270
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Colosseo Premium Apartment (1 km)
- Beds: 8 — Places: 15
- Distance: 1 km (10–12 min walking)
- Cost per place: €320
- Cost per person (13): €360
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Villa Fonseca Area Apartment (1.8 km)
- Beds: 13 — Places: 16
- Distance: 1.8 km (20–22 min walking)
- Cost per place: €220
- Cost per person (13): €270
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San Giovanni Large Apartment (1 km)
- Beds: 12 — Places: 16
- Distance: 1 km (12–15 min walking)
- Cost per place: €240
- Cost per person (13): €300
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