Guest house in a 19th-century building in the Monti neighborhood, a short walk from the Colosseum, with air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi in the historic heart of Rome.
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Daplace – HQH Colosseo is a guest house set in a 19th-century building in Rome’s Monti neighborhood, about 600 meters from the Colosseum and 650 meters from Piazza Venezia.
The property occupies the third floor of a period building, reached via two flights of stairs since there is no elevator, and offers four room types ranging from 13 to 35 square meters: from the more compact Economy to the spacious Junior Suite with a sitting area and city views. All rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed and feature parquet floors, flat-screen satellite TV and free WiFi, with a private bathroom equipped with toiletries.
The location in the heart of Monti is especially appreciated by couples, who rated it 9.7 for a stay for two: the Cavour metro station is just a 2-minute walk away and connects directly to Termini and the Vatican Museums. Around the property are shops, restaurants and cafés typical of the neighborhood, while airport transfers and guided tours can be arranged on request.
The four rooms at Daplace – HQH Colosseo range from 13 square meters in the Economy to 35 in the Junior Suite, covering different needs: from couples on a quick trip to small groups looking for more space. All room types include a private bathroom with toiletries, air conditioning, parquet floors and flat-screen satellite TV, features that ensure a comfortable stay despite the period building without an elevator.
The Double/Twin Room and the Superior share city views and soundproofing, but the Superior adds a sofa bed for a third guest. The Junior Suite, the largest, offers a separate sitting area and capacity for up to four people, while the Economy remains the simplest and most compact option for those seeking the essentials a short walk from the Colosseum.
A modern 16-square-meter room with city views and soundproofed walls, designed for two guests. It features air conditioning, parquet floors, flat-screen satellite TV and a private bathroom with toiletries; a twin-bed configuration can be requested, subject to availability.
Compared to the standard double room, the Superior offers a few extra square meters (18 sqm) and the option of hosting a third guest thanks to the additional sofa bed. It retains city views, soundproofing, air conditioning and a private bathroom with toiletries, making it ideal for families with one child or small groups.
The largest of the available rooms, at 35 square meters with capacity for up to four people. Unlike the other room types, it features a true separate sitting area, as well as a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, air conditioning, flat-screen TV and city views.
The most compact and economical option in the property, with 13 square meters and simple furnishings. Unlike the other rooms, it does not include city views or a sitting area, but offers air conditioning, a wardrobe and a private bathroom for a practical stay a short walk from the Colosseum.
Daplace – HQH Colosseo provides guests with a range of services designed to make exploring Rome’s historic center easier. The property arranges a shuttle service and airport transfers on request, useful for those arriving with luggage or tight schedules, while housekeeping is provided daily.
General amenities include a safe, key access, heating, air conditioning and the option of family rooms, in an entirely non-smoking environment equipped with smoke alarms and fire extinguishers for guest safety. Invoices are available on request, along with a fax/photocopy service for practical needs.
The rooms, all with private bathrooms, feature a wardrobe or closet and a clothes rack, while internet access is guaranteed throughout the property, completing an offering designed for short stays in the heart of Monti.
Daplace – HQH Colosseo is located on Via dei Serpenti, the main thoroughfare of the Monti district, one of the most characteristic neighborhoods in Rome’s historic center, known for its cobbled lanes, independent boutiques and informal eateries. Just steps from the property, a mere 50 meters away, is Piazza della Madonna dei Monti, the neighborhood’s evening gathering spot, while restaurants like Mi’Ndujo and Forno Milvio are practically right outside.
The Cavour metro station, on Line B, is just 250 meters away and reaches Termini Station (1.2 km) in a few stops as well as the Vatican Museums with no changes. The Colosseum is 600 meters on foot, the Imperial Forums 550 meters and Piazza Venezia 650 meters away: much of ancient Rome’s ruins are therefore within a 10-15 minute walk, as is the Pantheon, about 15 minutes away. Ciampino (12 km) and Fiumicino (19 km) airports are connected to nearby Termini by trains and shuttle buses.
Guests staying here can spend the morning visiting the Colosseum and Palatine Hill to avoid the crowds, then head in the afternoon to the Domus Aurea (600 meters) or Trevi Fountain, 850 meters away. In the evening Monti comes alive with aperitifs and informal dinners, a more authentic alternative to the more touristy areas near Piazza di Spagna, about 1.3 km away. The neighborhood suits both short stays focused on discovering classic monuments and longer stays for those wanting to experience everyday Rome away from the main tourist flows.
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Reviews especially praise the location, rated 9.7, and the staff’s hospitality (9.2), appreciated by those exploring Rome on foot. Cleanliness and comfort stand around 8.7, while the value for money, though solid at 8.4, reflects the lack of an elevator in a period building.
No, Daplace – HQH Colosseo is located on the third floor of a 19th-century building and access is via two flights of stairs, with no elevator.
No, Daplace – HQH Colosseo does not allow pets during your stay.
Daplace – HQH Colosseo is located about 600 meters from the Colosseum, reachable in about ten minutes on foot through the Monti district.
Yes, Daplace – HQH Colosseo requires a minimum age of 18 to check in.
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Yes, Daplace – HQH Colosseo arranges airport transfers on request, for an additional fee and after contacting the property in advance.
Cavour station on Line B is about 250 meters from Daplace – HQH Colosseo, while Colosseo station is about 400 meters away.
