Hotel Santa Maria Maggiore

Name: Hotel Santa Maria Maggiore
Address: Via di Santa Prassede, 22, 00184 Rome, Italy, Roma, Lazio, IT
Price range: €
Rating: 8.7

Hotel Santa Maria Maggiore is a 1-star property in the heart of the Monti district in Rome, just 100 meters from the basilica that gives it its name. The central location, especially appreciated by couples with a score of 9.3, makes it possible to reach Termini Station and the Cavour and Vittorio Emanuele metro stations on foot in just a few minutes.

The five room types, from the Single to the Deluxe with city view, are all air-conditioned and equipped with a private bathroom with toiletries, hairdryer and bed linen. Room sizes range from 13 to 27 square meters, offering solutions for both solo travelers and couples.

The staff, available 24 hours a day and able to speak English, Spanish and Italian, handles reception, daily housekeeping, luggage storage and express check-in. Pets are allowed with a possible extra charge. Although breakfast is not included, the property offers a 15% discount at the Molino bakery on the ground floor of the building, convenient before visiting the monuments of the historic center.

★ 8.7 · Fabulous · 237 reviews

Room types

Hotel Santa Maria Maggiore offers five room types, all air-conditioned and with a private bathroom featuring a shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. The rooms include sheets and towels, and are designed for both solo travelers and couples, with sizes ranging from 13 to 27 square meters.

The Single Room is the most compact option, ideal for a simple stay, while the Double Room and the Double Room for Single Use offer a French bed in a cozier space. The Standard Double/Twin Room adds a few extra square meters, and the Deluxe Double/Twin Room with City View, the largest in the property, stands out for its extra-large double bed and view over the rooftops of the Monti district.

Single Room

13 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed
Max 1 guest
Air conditioning, Free toiletries, Hairdryer

The Single Room is the most compact solution in the property, with 13 square meters designed for those traveling alone. It is air-conditioned and has a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus complimentary toiletries.

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Double Room

16 m² · Private bathroom

1 French double bed
Max 2 guests
Bidet, Toiletries, Air conditioning

At 16 square meters, the Double Room is designed for two people and offers a French bed, private bathroom with shower and bidet, air conditioning and free toiletries.

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Standard Double/Twin Room

19 m² · Private bathroom

1 French double bed
Max 2 guests
Shower, Bidet, Hairdryer

Larger than the standard Double Room with its 19 square meters, this room retains a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, offering a few extra centimeters to move around comfortably.

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Deluxe Double/Twin Room with City View

27 m² · Private bathroom

1 extra-large double bed
Max 2 guests
City view, Bathtub or shower, Air conditioning

The largest room in the property, with 27 square meters and a view over the rooftops of the Monti district. The extra-large double bed and the private bathroom with bathtub or shower make it the ideal choice for those seeking more space.

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Double Room for Single Use

13 m² · Private bathroom

1 French double bed
Max 1 guest
Bidet, Hairdryer, Air conditioning

Designed for a single guest who still wants a double bed, this 13-square-meter room offers a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you're looking for a hotel a short walk from the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and the Colosseum, both reachable in less than a kilometer on foot.
Yes, if you're traveling as a couple: the hotel's location was rated 9.3 specifically by guests traveling in pairs.
Yes, if you're traveling with your pet, which is allowed on the property with a possible extra charge.
Yes, if you prefer getting around by metro: the Cavour and Vittorio Emanuele stations are about 450 meters away.
Yes, if you appreciate attentive service: the staff, available 24 hours a day, received a score of 9.5.

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if included breakfast is a must: it is not included in the stay here.
Maybe not, if you're looking for private on-site parking: the property does not have one.
Maybe not, if you want to organize parties or events in the room: these are not allowed.
Maybe not, if you need extra beds for older children: the property does not offer this option.

Hotel facilities & services

Hotel Santa Maria Maggiore offers a 24-hour front desk, with staff speaking English, Spanish and Italian, always available for express check-in and check-out, concierge service and luggage storage. Guests wishing to explore the city can rely on walking tours, cooking classes and local culture tours organized by the property, in addition to daily housekeeping.

The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a safe, heating and internet access, with some units soundproofed and hypoallergenic for a more comfortable stay. Nothing is missing from the bathrooms: shower or bathtub, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries are guaranteed in every room.

In terms of security, the hotel has 24-hour security and an in-room safe. Pets are allowed, with a possible extra charge for the guest, and the elevator makes moving between floors easier.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Free WiFi connection
Non-smoking rooms
Shower
Luggage storage
Elevator

General facilities

Cooking classes
Local culture tours or classes
Walking tours
Daily housekeeping
Concierge service
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
24-hour front desk
24-hour security
Safe
Air conditioning
Hypoallergenic room
Heating
Soundproofed rooms available
Elevator

Media & technology

Internet connection

Room amenities

Toilet paper
Towels
Bidet
Additional toilet
Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower
Bed linen

Location & what to see

The hotel is located in the Monti district, one of the most authentic and lively neighborhoods in the center of Rome, just 100 meters from the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. The narrow streets of the neighborhood, among historic bars and small trattorias such as Birreria Marconi and Casa Maria a short walk from the entrance, still retain the atmosphere of a working-class district intertwined with the city’s great monuments.

Roma Termini Station can be reached in about 550 meters, while the Cavour and Vittorio Emanuele metro stations are both about 450 meters away, making it easy to get to any area of the capital. The Colosseum is 800 meters away and the Imperial Forums 1.3 km, as is Piazza Venezia at 1.4 km. For those arriving by air, Rome Ciampino Airport is about 12 km away, while Fiumicino is just over 20 km away.

In the immediate surroundings, sites such as the Domus Aurea, 700 meters away, and the National Roman Museum, 550 meters away, can be visited, ideal for a morning dedicated to Roman history. Walking north you reach Piazza della Repubblica, Piazza Barberini and the Trevi Fountain, all within 1.4 km, as well as the Spanish Steps at 1.7 km. In summer the Monti district comes alive with the outdoor tables of local bars, while in winter the Christmas lights around Santa Maria Maggiore attract numerous visitors every year.

Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore — The largest Marian church in Rome, rich in ancient mosaics 100 m

Colosseum — The amphitheater symbol of ancient Rome, one of the most visited monuments in the world 800 m

Domus Aurea — Remains of Nero's sumptuous imperial residence, visitable with guided tours 700 m

Trevi Fountain — Rome's most famous Baroque fountain, visited by thousands of tourists every day 1.4 km

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What guests say about Hotel Santa Maria Maggiore

8.7

Fabulous · 237 reviews

Staff

9.5

Comfort

8.8

Location

9.3

Cleanliness

8.9

Facilities

8.7

Value for money

8.7

Free Wi-Fi

8.8

Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.5, and the location, with a score of 9.3 especially appreciated by couples. Cleanliness and comfort remain at solid levels, around 8.8-8.9, while the value for money, though positive at 8.7, remains the lowest score among the categories evaluated.