Guest house in Rione Monti, in Rome, among lanes of shops and restaurants, 500 metres from Cavour metro station and 950 metres from the Colosseum.
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Monti First is a guest house in Rione Monti, in the historic heart of Rome, just steps from Via Nazionale and the Palazzo delle Esposizioni. The property sits in one of the capital’s most distinctive areas, among cobbled lanes, artisan workshops and venues that bring life to Roman evenings.
The rooms, all with air conditioning, a 36-inch LCD TV and private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, differ in size and view: from the Double Room overlooking the city to the Triple Room designed for small groups, up to the Small Double Room with a view of the inner courtyard. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Breakfast, served in continental, Italian and buffet style, opens the day before heading out to discover the Palazzo del Quirinale, seat of the President of the Republic, or the Palazzo della Consulta. Location is among the most praised strengths, with a score of 9.6 from couples: Cavour metro station is just 500 metres away, while Termini is reached in just over a kilometre. A convenient address for those who want to explore the historic centre’s monuments on foot.
Monti First offers three room types, all air-conditioned and equipped with a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, a 36-inch LCD TV and free WiFi connection. The options are designed for different needs: from couples visiting the capital to small groups needing more space, up to those looking for a cosier but still comfortable room.
The Double Room, at 20 sqm, offers a city view and is ideal for two people. The Triple Room, the most spacious at 26 sqm, can accommodate up to three guests thanks to the single bed paired with the large double bed. The Small Double Room, at 15 sqm, is the most compact in the property and stands out for its view of the inner courtyard, a more intimate and quieter option compared to the other two room types.
A 20 sqm room with city view, air conditioning, a 36-inch LCD TV and a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer. It is the standard double option in the property, with direct urban views from the windows.
At 26 sqm, this is the largest room at Monti First, designed for three people thanks to the combination of a single bed and a large double bed. It offers a city view, air conditioning and a 36-inch LCD TV.
The most compact room in the property, at 15 sqm with a view of the inner courtyard, a position more sheltered from street noise than the other room types. Equipped with air conditioning, LCD TV and a private bathroom with shower.
Monti First provides guests with a range of services designed to make their stay practical and enjoyable in the heart of Rome. Among the most appreciated offerings are cooking classes, walking tours and bike excursions, ideal for those who want to discover the city in an unusual way. There is also an active concierge service, useful for arranging visits and transfers, along with luggage storage and daily housekeeping.
The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom, shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, as well as bed linen and a wardrobe. Internet connection is guaranteed throughout the property, while the flat-screen TV with satellite channels accompanies moments of relaxation.
For those travelling with pets, they are allowed upon request, and an airport shuttle service is also available upon booking, convenient for those arriving at or departing from the capital’s airports.
Monti First is located in Rione Monti, one of the most authentic and lively districts in Rome’s historic centre, known for its cobbled streets, artisan workshops and small restaurants that bring life to Via Panisperna and Via della Madonna dei Monti. The property is on Via della Consulta, just steps from Via Nazionale and the Palazzo delle Esposizioni, in a quiet urban setting yet in close contact with the life of the neighbourhood.
Getting around is easy: Cavour metro station is just 500 metres away, while Barberini is reached in 600 metres; Termini station, the city’s main railway hub, is about 1.1 km away. The Colosseum is less than a kilometre away (950 m), as are the Imperial Fora (700 m) and the Trevi Fountain (550 m). For those arriving by air, Ciampino Airport is 12 km away, while Fiumicino is about 19 km away.
The area is best explored on foot in every season: from the Palazzo del Quirinale, the official residence of the President of the Republic, to Piazza Venezia with the palace-museum of the same name, up to Piazza di Spagna with its famous staircase, reachable in about a kilometre. On summer evenings the Monti district comes alive with open-air venues and evening markets, while in winter the streets of the centre are perfect for strolls among the Christmas lights and museums open late, such as the Palazzo delle Esposizioni, just 150 metres from the property.
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Guests especially praise the location, rated 9.6, and the friendliness of the staff (9.3). Cleanliness and room comfort are also highly appreciated, while WiFi receives the lowest score, though still positive, among the categories reviewed.
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Yes, Monti First accepts pets upon request, with a possible additional charge.
Monti First is located about 950 metres from the Colosseum, comfortably reachable on foot in just over ten minutes.
Yes, Monti First offers free WiFi connection in all rooms and common areas of the property.
Monti First does not have free or private parking; it is advisable to check public parking options near Rione Monti.
Yes, at Monti First the minimum age required to check in is 18 years.
Yes, Monti First includes breakfast, served in continental, Italian and buffet style.
