Guest house in the Monti district of Rome, a short walk from the Colosseum and the Domus Aurea, with air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi and metro stations nearby.
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Chroma Italy – Chroma Octho is a guest house in the Monti district of Rome, about 700 metres from the Domus Aurea and less than a kilometre from the Colosseum, in one of the most authentic areas of the historic centre.
The property offers air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TV, desk, electric kettle, refrigerator, safe and private bathroom with bidet; some accommodations also feature a wardrobe and coffee machine, with city views or views of points of interest. The room types range from the more compact double room to the family solution with a bunk bed, also suitable for small groups.
It is well connected: Cavour metro station is 300 metres away, Colosseo metro station is 250 metres away, while Termini can be reached in about 1.3 km. Those arriving by air will find a paid airport shuttle service to Ciampino, 12 km away. WiFi is free throughout the property, while private parking is available for a fee. Couples particularly appreciate the location, rated 9.7 for a two-person stay, confirming the property’s suitability for those who want to explore Rome on foot.
The three room types at Chroma Italy – Chroma Octho share features designed for everyday life in central Rome: air conditioning, flat-screen TV, electric kettle and private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries. The windows overlook city views or points of interest, a detail that makes each stay different depending on the floor and orientation.
The Superior Double Room, the most compact at 18 m², is designed for couples. The Superior Triple Room, at 20 m², adds a single bed to the large double to accommodate up to three people. The Deluxe Family Room, the largest at 25 m², introduces a bunk bed alongside the double bed, making it the most suitable choice for families with children or small groups staying together.
With 20 m² and a combination of a single bed and a large double bed, this room is designed for three people who want to share the space without giving up privacy. It features free WiFi, flat-screen TV, air conditioning and an electric kettle, with views of points of interest or the city. The private bathroom includes a shower, towels, hairdryer and toiletries.
This is the most compact room type in the property, at 18 m² designed for couples. The large double bed is accompanied by a desk and a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries. Here too there is a view of points of interest or the city, for an essential yet complete stay.
This is the largest room in the property, at 25 m², with a bunk bed alongside the large double bed: the most suitable choice for families with children or small groups. It offers the same features as the other room types, with flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a fully equipped private bathroom, plus a view that ranges over the city or points of interest.
Chroma Italy – Chroma Octho offers free WiFi, air conditioning and non-smoking rooms, with the possibility of street parking nearby. The property has a lift, heating, a safe, luggage storage and daily housekeeping, as well as a shuttle service and airport shuttle on request.
The rooms are equipped with a fully private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, as well as a wardrobe, desk, refrigerator and electric kettle. Some accommodations offer city views or views of points of interest. A minibar with wine or champagne on request and a kettle for tea or coffee machine are also available in the room.
Other general services include bicycle rental, a common area with TV lounge, express check-in and check-out, and CCTV in common and outdoor areas, for a practical stay in the heart of Rome.
Chroma Italy – Chroma Octho is located in the Monti district, one of the most characteristic neighbourhoods of Rome’s historic centre, among cobbled alleys, artisan workshops and casual eateries. The area retains a village-like atmosphere despite its extreme proximity to the great imperial ruins, and is dotted with small restaurants such as Antica Roma and La Base, both just steps from the property’s entrance.
Getting around is easy thanks to Cavour metro station, 300 metres away, and Colosseo metro station, 250 metres away, both on line B. Roma Termini station can be reached in about 1.3 km, useful for those arriving by regional or high-speed trains. Those travelling by air will find Rome Ciampino Airport 12 km away and Fiumicino Airport 19 km away, with a paid airport shuttle service offered directly by the property.
A few minutes’ walk away are some of the city’s most visited ruins: the Domus Aurea is 500 metres away, the Colosseum 450 metres, the Imperial Forums 450 metres, and Palatine Hill 450 metres. Continuing towards the centre you’ll find Piazza Venezia, 650 metres away, and the Trevi Fountain, 950 metres away, both reachable with a 10-15 minute walk. Piazza Navona and Piazza di Spagna, about 1.5 km away, are also easily reachable on foot in just over twenty minutes. In summer the area stays lively late into the night thanks to the bars in Piazza della Madonna dei Monti, 100 metres away, while in winter the illuminated ruins of the Roman Forum offer a more intimate atmosphere for evening visits.
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Guests especially praise the location, rated 9.6, and the comfort of the rooms, rated 8.8. Cleanliness (8.6) and value for money (8.6) also received good scores, while WiFi, rated 7.9, remains the lowest score among the reviewed categories.
Chroma Italy – Chroma Octho is located at Via Cavour 278, in the Monti district, about 450 metres from the Colosseum and 500 metres from the Domus Aurea.
Yes, Chroma Italy – Chroma Octho offers free WiFi in all rooms.
Chroma Italy – Chroma Octho has paid private parking, as well as the possibility of street parking nearby.
No, Chroma Italy – Chroma Octho does not accept pets.
The minimum check-in age at Chroma Italy – Chroma Octho is 18; minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
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Chroma Italy – Chroma Octho offers three room types: Superior Double, Superior Triple and Deluxe Family, all air-conditioned and with private bathroom.
