A guest house in the heart of Rome, just steps from the Colosseum, with air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi and one of the highest location scores in the area.
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Colosseum Suites – Zen 22 is a guest house in Rome’s historic center, about 550 meters from the Colosseum, in the Rione Monti district along Via di San Giovanni in Laterano. The property is entirely non-smoking and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, designed for those who want to explore the capital’s most famous monuments on foot.
The three room types available, from the Double Room to the Quadruple Room, share essential amenities such as a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, wardrobe and heating, with sizes ranging from 14 to 16 square meters. The Quadruple Room stands out for its ability to accommodate up to four people thanks to the sofa bed paired with the double bed.
The location is the most obvious strength: guest reviews give the area a score of 9.4, and couples rate it 9.7 for a romantic stay. Metro stations such as Porta Metronia and Manzoni are just a few hundred meters away, while landmark sites like the Domus Aurea, the Arch of Constantine and the Roman Forums can be reached with a short walk.
The rooms at Colosseum Suites – Zen 22 are designed for a practical stay in the heart of Rome, with sizes ranging from 14 to 16 square meters. All room types feature a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries, as well as air conditioning, wardrobe, heating and a flat-screen TV, ensuring a consistent standard across every accommodation.
The range includes two double rooms of similar size, designed for couples or solo travelers, and a larger Quadruple Room, which thanks to the sofa bed paired with the double bed can accommodate up to four people. Sheets and towels are always included, as is free internet access, making the offer suitable for both short stays and longer stays in the San Giovanni in Laterano area.
A 14-square-meter double room with a private bathroom featuring a shower, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries. Air-conditioned, with flat-screen TV, wardrobe and heating, it is the most compact of the three room types available.
At 16 square meters, this is the largest room in the property and the only one designed for groups or families, thanks to the sofa bed placed alongside the double bed. A private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer completes the amenities.
Despite the name, it shares the same 14 square meters as the standard Double Room, but is presented as an alternative with the same amenities: private bathroom with shower and bidet, air conditioning, wardrobe and flat-screen TV.
Colosseum Suites – Zen 22 focuses on essential yet complete amenities, designed for those seeking a practical base to explore Rome on foot. The property is entirely non-smoking, with heating and air conditioning in all rooms, plus an iron available to guests.
Everything needed for daily life is provided in the room: private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bidet, toilet, hairdryer, complimentary toiletries, bed linen and wardrobe or closet. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, along with a flat-screen TV and in-room internet connection.
The combination of air-conditioned rooms, non-smoking spaces and consistently available essential services makes the property a functional solution for those who prioritize proximity to attractions over extra amenities.
Colosseum Suites – Zen 22 is located in the Rione Monti district, along Via di San Giovanni in Laterano, in one of the oldest and most frequented areas of central Rome. The neighborhood alternates small local spots, such as the Sa.Ni. Dolciaria bar 200 meters away and the Da Domenico trattoria 150 meters away, with ancient ruins visible while walking through the surrounding streets.
The location favors getting around on foot: the Colosseum is about 550 meters away, the Arch of Constantine 750 meters away and the Roman Forums 1.4 km away. For those who prefer public transport, Porta Metronia metro station is 650 meters away and San Giovanni railway station about 900 meters away, with connections to the rest of the city. Ciampino airport is about 11 km away, and Fiumicino airport 20 km away.
Beyond the Colosseum, history lovers can reach the Domus Aurea, the Palatine Hill and Via Sacra, the heart of ancient imperial Rome, within a few minutes. Piazza San Giovanni in Laterano, with its basilica, is 350 meters away, while Piazza Venezia and the Trevi Fountain can be reached with a 20-25 minute walk. In the evening, local restaurants such as Hostaria Isidoro al Colosseo offer an authentic alternative to the busier nightlife of the city center, while on weekends the area around the Celio lends itself to quiet walks among less crowded archaeological sites.
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Guests particularly praise the location, rated 9.4, ideal for exploring Rome on foot. Cleanliness and value for money receive solid ratings, while general facilities score slightly lower than the other categories.
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No, Colosseum Suites – Zen 22 does not allow pets during the stay.
Colosseum Suites – Zen 22 is located about 550 meters from the Colosseum, comfortably reachable on foot in a few minutes.
Yes, Colosseum Suites – Zen 22 offers free WiFi in all rooms, with a score of 10 in guest reviews.
No, Colosseum Suites – Zen 22 does not have private parking available for guests.
Colosseum Suites – Zen 22 offers three room types, including a Double Room, a Large Double Room and a Quadruple Room with a sofa bed, all air-conditioned and with a private bathroom.
No, Colosseum Suites – Zen 22 is an entirely non-smoking property, including all rooms.
