Elegant boutique hotel in the Monti district, facing the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, with soundproofed rooms, marble bathrooms and buffet breakfast.
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Princeps Boutique Hotel is a 3-star hotel in the Monti district of Rome, set on the upper floor of a historic building directly facing the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. The soundproofed, air-conditioned rooms are furnished with handmade furniture and marble-clad bathrooms, a detail that sets this property apart from other hotels in the area more focused on volume than on interior care.
The range of accommodations goes from the Single Room up to the 115 sqm Penthouse Apartment with two bedrooms and its own kitchen, passing through doubles, triples and a Junior Suite with a lounge area. All feature a flat-screen satellite TV, minibar, electric kettle and toiletries; an iPad or laptop can be provided in the room on request, and many units look directly onto the facade of the Basilica.
A buffet-style breakfast is served every morning with fresh fruit, croissants, cold cuts, eggs and cheeses. The location is among the strengths reported by guests: Roma Termini station is just 400 metres away, the Colosseum is about a 10-minute walk, and Ciampino Airport is 15 km away.
Princeps Boutique Hotel offers six types of accommodation, from the 11 sqm Single Room to the independent 115 sqm Penthouse Apartment, designed for those travelling alone, as a couple, with family or in small groups. All rooms share the same style with handmade furniture, air conditioning, soundproofing, private bathroom with shower and toiletries, flat-screen satellite TV, minibar and electric kettle; an iPad or laptop can be requested.
What sets the various accommodations apart is mainly the view, the size and the layout of the spaces: some rooms overlook the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore or the Monti district, while quieter ones look onto the inner courtyard. The Junior Suite adds a separate lounge area, while the Penthouse Apartment stands out for its full kitchen, private terrace and washing machine, the only accommodation in the property designed for longer, independent stays.
At 17 sqm, this room overlooks the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore or the Monti district, offering one of the most striking views in the property. It is air-conditioned, soundproofed and features a minibar, electric kettle and toiletries; an iPad or laptop is available on request.
Almost identical in size to the previous room but without the panoramic view, this room overlooks the inner courtyard, ensuring greater quiet compared to the rooms facing the Basilica. Same comforts as the other standard rooms: air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar and electric kettle.
The largest of the classic rooms at 22 sqm, the Triple Room with City View accommodates up to three people thanks to the combination of a single bed and a large double bed. Like the other rooms with a view, it overlooks the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore or the Monti district.
Designed for solo travellers, the Single Room is the most compact in the property at 11 sqm. Despite its limited size, it offers the same comforts as the other rooms: air conditioning, flat-screen satellite TV and minibar.
At 24 sqm, the Junior Suite is the only room with a separate lounge area, as well as a sofa bed that can accommodate a third guest. The view opens onto the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore or the Monti district.
The Penthouse Apartment, at 115 sqm, is the largest and most independent accommodation in the property: two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, a lounge with a sofa bed and a full kitchen with fridge, microwave and hob. It also has a private terrace and washing machine, unique among all the room types.
Princeps Boutique Hotel offers guests a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping and a shuttle service, also useful for connections to Ciampino and Fiumicino airports. The property also offers luggage storage, a safe, bicycle rental and an iron on request, as well as room access via magnetic keys.
All rooms are air-conditioned, soundproofed and feature a private bathroom with shower, toiletries, hairdryer and bed linen; a fridge, electric kettle and minibar complete the amenities. For dining, guests will find an on-site coffee shop, the option of breakfast in the room and a minibar with wine and champagne available on request.
On the technology side, every room has a flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels, telephone and internet connection, while some room types offer an iPad or laptop on request for guests travelling for business.
Princeps Boutique Hotel occupies the upper floor of a historic building on Piazza Dell’Esquilino, in the heart of the Monti district, one of Rome’s oldest neighbourhoods, made up of alleys, artisan workshops and small venues. The property is located directly opposite the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, one of the city’s four papal basilicas, whose facade is visible from several rooms of the hotel.
The location is among the most convenient in Rome for those getting around without a car: Roma Termini station is just 400 metres away, while Cavour Metro station and Termini Metro station are both about 450-500 metres away, with direct connections to metro lines A and B. The Colosseum can be reached on foot in about 10 minutes (900 metres), the National Roman Museum is 400 metres away and the Domus Aurea is 800 metres away. For those arriving by plane, Ciampino Airport is about 12 km away and Fiumicino Airport is 20 km away, both connected to Termini station by trains and shuttle buses.
On foot, from the hotel you can also reach Piazza della Repubblica and the Imperial Forums within a few minutes, and, a little further away, the Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna, all within a 15-20 minute walk through the historic centre. In summer the Monti district comes alive in the evenings with bars and small outdoor restaurants, while in winter its proximity to the major museums and basilicas makes it a practical base for cultural visits during shorter days.
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Guests particularly praise the staff (9.6) and the location (9.5), followed by cleanliness and room comfort, both at 9.5. Value for money also receives a solid rating (9.0), confirming an overall highly appreciated experience among travellers.
Princeps Boutique Hotel is located on Piazza Dell’Esquilino, in the Monti district of Rome, directly facing the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and just 400 metres from Roma Termini Station.
No, Princeps Boutique Hotel does not allow pets during the stay.
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Yes, Princeps Boutique Hotel is about 900 metres from the Colosseum, reachable on foot in about 10 minutes.
Yes, Princeps Boutique Hotel includes a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian, vegetarian, gluten-free and American options.
Princeps Boutique Hotel accepts cash payments only.
Yes, several rooms at Princeps Boutique Hotel, including the double rooms with city view, the Triple Room and the Junior Suite, overlook the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore or the Monti district.
