4-star hotel in the Rione Monti district, a few steps from Termini and the Colosseum, with a panoramic rooftop garden and classic-style rooms in a historic building.
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Hotel Viminale is a 4-star property in the Rione Monti district of Rome, housed in a historic building 700 metres from Termini Station and about a ten-minute walk from the Colosseum. The rooftop garden with panoramic views over the city is one of the property’s distinctive features, along with its location in one of the most characteristic areas of the historic centre.
The rooms, decorated in classic style with wooden or carpeted floors, are air-conditioned and equipped with a minibar and satellite TV; the higher categories add a bathtub, safe or larger spaces, up to the Junior Suite with a separate living area. Breakfast, served daily from 7:00, is a meat-free continental buffet featuring fish, cheeses, eggs, pastries and fresh fruit, with vegetarian and gluten-free options.
The location is convenient for those travelling by public transport: Cavour Metro Station is 400 metres away, allowing quick access to every area of Rome. Nearby are historic squares, museums and typical restaurants of the Monti district, making the hotel suitable for both leisure and business stays.
The rooms at Hotel Viminale are divided into four main categories, all with a private bathroom, air conditioning, minibar and flat-screen satellite TV, in keeping with the classic style that characterises the entire historic building. The range starts with the 16 sqm Standard Double Room, the most compact option, moving up to the 18 sqm Superior with a bathtub and safe, and finally the 22 sqm Deluxe with a complimentary tea and coffee set.
For those seeking more space, the 24 sqm Junior Suite offers a living area separate from the sleeping area, a lounge space with a sofa bed and the ability to accommodate up to three people, making it the most suitable choice for families or small groups. All categories share the same attention to detail, with differences mainly related to size, bathroom features and the layout of the interior spaces.
The most compact category in the property, with 16 sqm of space and a well-equipped private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and slippers. It features air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, wardrobe and a tea and coffee set, offering everything needed in a functional space.
Slightly larger than the Standard, this 18 sqm room stands out for its bathroom with a bathtub as well as a shower, and for the safe, which is not included in the base category. Air-conditioned and with a minibar, it’s the right choice for those wanting a more complete bathroom.
At 22 sqm, this is the largest of the hotel’s classic double rooms. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, bidet and hairdryer, while the room offers a tea and coffee set, minibar and flat-screen TV with satellite channels, for a more spacious stay compared to the other double rooms.
The property’s only accommodation designed as a true suite, with a separate living area featuring a lounge space and sofa bed, and an independent bedroom. At 24 sqm and with capacity for up to 3 people, the bathroom with shower and courtesy set completes a more elaborate arrangement compared to the standard rooms.
Hotel Viminale offers a range of services designed to make both leisure and business stays comfortable. General amenities include a panoramic terrace, a 24-hour reception, concierge service, luggage storage and express check-in and check-out, as well as daily housekeeping and laundry service. The property also has a gym and free WiFi in all areas.
For those travelling with pets, dedicated bowls and baskets are available, while guests wishing to experience local culture can take part in cooking classes, walking tours and cultural tours organised directly by the hotel. On the dining side, guests will find an on-site café, a bar with snacks and wine and champagne offerings, as well as a minibar available in every room.
The rooms are equipped with flat-screen TVs and satellite channels, air conditioning, a safe and a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, hairdryer and courtesy set, ensuring a good level of comfort across all categories.
Hotel Viminale is located in Rione Monti, one of the most authentic districts in Rome’s historic centre, where cobbled alleys, artisan workshops and traditional eateries coexist just steps from the major attractions. The property occupies a historic building that retains the atmosphere of the neighbourhood, while also offering a panoramic rooftop garden overlooking the city’s rooftops.
The location is particularly convenient for those arriving by train: Termini Station is just 600 metres away, while Cavour Metro Station, 400 metres away, and Repubblica Station, 500 metres away, allow quick access to any area of Rome via both metro lines. The Colosseum is about a 900-metre walk, the Trevi Fountain 1 km, and Piazza Venezia just over 1 km, making the hotel an effective base for visiting the main monuments without needing a car. Fiumicino Airport is about 20 km away, and Ciampino Airport 12 km away.
Guests staying here can spend their days exploring the Imperial Forums, Palatine Hill and Domus Aurea on foot, or take an evening stroll between Piazza della Repubblica and Piazza Barberini. The Monti district also offers lively nightlife, with bars and trattorias in the immediate vicinity of the hotel, while the cooking classes and walking tours organised by the property offer a more authentic perspective on Rome, away from purely touristic circuits.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.8, and cleanliness and comfort, both at 9.6. The location is also highly appreciated (9.5), ideal for those exploring Rome on foot. The value for money remains solid at 9.1.
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Yes, Hotel Viminale accepts pets and provides dedicated bowls and baskets, although a surcharge may apply.
Hotel Viminale is about 900 metres from the Colosseum, reachable in a few minutes on foot through the Monti district.
Yes, Hotel Viminale offers free WiFi in all areas of the property.
Yes, Hotel Viminale includes a continental buffet breakfast with Italian, vegetarian and gluten-free options, served daily from 7:00.
No, Hotel Viminale does not have on-site private parking, as it is located in Rome’s historic centre.
Hotel Viminale is about 700 metres from Termini Station, a short walk away, or reachable via the nearby Cavour Metro Station, 400 metres away.
