Guest house in the heart of Rome, just steps from Termini and Santa Maria Maggiore, with air-conditioned rooms, city views and Italian breakfast included.
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EXCELLENT Palace is a guest house located in the center of Rome, just 500 meters from the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and 200 meters from Vittorio Emanuele Metro Station.
The entirely non-smoking property offers air-conditioned rooms equipped with a desk, private bathroom with bidet and toiletries, flat-screen TV and hairdryer: many units also offer city views. The range includes double, triple and single rooms as well as a spacious family apartment with two bedrooms designed for groups or large families. Italian breakfast is included in the stay.
The location is convenient for those traveling by public transport: Roma Termini Station is 500 meters away, while the Colosseum and Domus Aurea can be reached in a few minutes on foot or by metro. Ciampino Airport is about 13 km away. A practical solution for those who want to visit the capital’s main monuments without straying too far from the historic center.
The rooms at EXCELLENT Palace share some basic features: air conditioning, private bathroom with toiletries, flat-screen TV and city views, elements that make every stay functional regardless of the room type chosen. The range includes accommodations designed for different needs, from the Deluxe Single Room to the spacious Family Apartment with two bedrooms, able to accommodate large groups thanks to its 90 square meters spread across a living area and two separate rooms.
Among the doubles, the Deluxe Double Room with Bathtub stands out, slightly larger than the standard version, while the Deluxe Triple Room adds a single bed for those traveling in three. All rooms include a bathtub, an unusual choice for a guest house in the historic center, and offer a desk useful for those staying for work.
The most compact of the property’s doubles, with 15 sqm, private bathroom with bathtub and bidet, air conditioning and city view. Ideal for a couple looking for a practical and affordable base in the center.
Compared to the standard Deluxe Double, it offers 3 sqm more and a large double bed, while keeping the bathtub in the bathroom and the city view. A convenient choice for those who want a bit more space.
Designed for three people, it combines a single bed and a large double bed in the same 18 sqm as the Deluxe Double with Bathtub. The most suitable solution for small groups or families with one child.
The smallest room in the property, with 12 sqm designed for a single guest, but with the same amenities as the other rooms: private bathroom with bathtub, air conditioning and city view.
With its 90 sqm, it is by far the largest solution in the property: it includes a separate living room, two independent bedrooms and two bathrooms with bathtub, for up to 5 guests. Perfect for families or groups who want more privacy and space.
EXCELLENT Palace offers guests air conditioning in all areas, heating and an elevator, as well as soundproofed and family rooms for those seeking more peace or space. The property is entirely non-smoking and guarantees 24-hour security, with closed-circuit cameras both outside and in common areas, a smoke alarm and a carbon monoxide detector.
Nothing is missing in the rooms for a comfortable stay: private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bidet, hairdryer, free toiletries, refrigerator, electric kettle and desk, useful for those traveling for work too. WiFi connection is free throughout the property, while for meals it’s possible to have breakfast directly in the room, in addition to fruit available for guests.
Among the general services, private check-in and check-out, room service and an on-site mini-market are also worth noting, convenient for small purchases without having to leave the property.
EXCELLENT Palace is located in the Esquilino district, one of the most central and lively areas of Rome, a short walk from the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. The street is full of small cafés, ethnic restaurants and neighborhood shops: just 20 meters away is the Flavours of India restaurant, while Caffè Romano is only 50 meters away, convenient for breakfast or a quick break.
The location is particularly convenient for those arriving by train: Roma Termini Station is 500 meters away, while the Termini Laziali train stop is only 200 meters away. The metro is also within easy reach, with Vittorio Emanuele Metro Station 200 meters away. For those arriving by plane, Ciampino Airport is about 12 km away, while Fiumicino is about 20 km away. The Colosseum can be reached in just over a kilometer, as can the Imperial Forums, 1.7 km away.
On foot, you can also quickly reach the Domus Aurea, 950 meters away, and Porta Maggiore, 1.1 km away, both interesting stops for those who want to explore ancient Rome away from the main tourist flows. Piazza della Repubblica and the National Roman Museum, about 700-900 meters away, offer further cultural insights, while on summer evenings the neighborhood comes alive with bars and small international restaurants, keeping the area lively even after sunset.
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Guests especially appreciate staff helpfulness, with a score of 7.9, and the central location, rated 7.8. Judgments on services and WiFi are more modest, indicating an overall simple but functional experience for those seeking an affordable base in the city center.
Yes, EXCELLENT Palace is located just 500 meters from Roma Termini Station, Rome’s main railway hub, and is even closer to the Termini Laziali stop, 200 meters away.
No, EXCELLENT Palace does not allow pets during the stay.
No, EXCELLENT Palace does not have on-site parking; it’s recommended to check public parking options near the Esquilino district.
Yes, EXCELLENT Palace includes an Italian-style breakfast in the stay, with the possibility of having it directly in the room as well.
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The Colosseum is about 1.1 km from EXCELLENT Palace, reachable on foot in a few minutes or by local public transport.
Yes, EXCELLENT Palace offers a Family Apartment with 2 Bedrooms and View of 90 sqm, with a separate living room and able to accommodate up to 5 people.
