Bed and breakfast in the Monti district, a short walk from Santa Maria Maggiore and the Colosseum, with air-conditioned rooms and excellent connections to Termini and the metro.
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Relais Santa Maria Maggiore is a bed and breakfast in the heart of Rome, in the Monti district, a short walk from the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore and about 800 metres from the Colosseum.
The property offers six room types, from the 12 sqm Single Room designed for solo travelers to the 40 sqm two-bedroom Suite and the Junior Suite with a separate living area, ideal for families or small groups. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a private bathroom with toiletries, flat-screen TV, coffee machine or electric kettle and free WiFi, while some superior rooms offer garden or city views.
Location is one of the aspects guests appreciate most, with a score of 9.2 for the proximity to museums, historic squares and the lively Termini area, reachable in about ten minutes on foot. Around the Relais there are bars, restaurants and traditional trattorias just steps from the entrance, making the property a practical base for exploring the historic centre on foot, from the Roman Forums to the Trevi Fountain.
Relais Santa Maria Maggiore offers six room types designed for different needs, from the more intimate Single Room to the two-bedroom Suite and the Junior Suite with a separate living area. All rooms share air conditioning, a private bathroom, flat-screen TV and a coffee machine or electric kettle, ensuring a good level of comfort regardless of the size chosen.
Room sizes increase progressively, from the 12 sqm Single Room to the 40 sqm Suite, which is arranged over two separate bedrooms and is the best choice for large families or small groups. The Superior Double Room and the Comfort Triple Room offer city views and the possibility of hosting children with an extra single bed respectively, while the Junior Suite stands out for its independent living room and sofa bed, designed for longer stays or families needing extra space.
The Single Room, at 12 sqm, is the most compact option in the property and the ideal choice for solo travelers. Air-conditioned, it features an electric kettle, flat-screen TV, safe and private bathroom with toiletries.
At 15 sqm, the Standard Double Room is the smallest double room in the range and overlooks the inner garden. Featuring an electric kettle, flat-screen TV and private bathroom, it’s a practical choice for couples visiting Rome.
Larger than the Standard, the Superior Double Room reaches 20 sqm and stands out for the city view from its windows. Here too you’ll find air conditioning, an electric kettle and a private bathroom.
Designed for families or small groups, the 25 sqm Comfort Triple Room combines a double bed and a single bed, accommodating up to three people. It features a safe, flat-screen TV and electric kettle.
The Suite is the largest accommodation in the property, with 40 sqm spread across two separate bedrooms, each with a large double bed. Suited to large families or groups of friends, it offers air conditioning, flat-screen TV and an electric kettle in every room.
The Junior Suite is the only room type with a living area separate from the sleeping area, plus a bathroom with shower and toiletries. The queen bed is complemented by a sofa bed, making it suitable for stays of up to three people, with satellite channels and small in-room amenities.
Relais Santa Maria Maggiore offers a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping and concierge assistance for guests wishing to organize tours and excursions around the city. The property also has luggage storage, a safe and security systems such as key card access, CCTV and smoke alarms, plus an elevator to easily reach the upper floors.
Every room is air-conditioned and features a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, as well as a wardrobe, desk and a socket near the bed for those traveling with electronic devices. Guests can also prepare tea or coffee thanks to an electric kettle and coffee machine in every room, while a fridge and bed linen complete the amenities.
For entertainment, rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, satellite channels and internet connection, so you can stay connected during your stay in Rome.
Relais Santa Maria Maggiore is located in the Monti district, one of the most characteristic neighborhoods in Rome’s historic centre, made up of narrow alleys, craft workshops and small restaurants that bring life to the evenings of both residents and visitors. The basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, from which the property takes its name, is just steps from the entrance, while the district still retains the atmosphere of a traditional neighborhood despite its central location.
Roma Termini station is reachable in about ten minutes on foot, at 550 metres, and is the main hub for connections to Fiumicino Airport, about 20 km away, and to the rest of Italy by train. The Cavour and Vittorio Emanuele metro stations are both about 450 metres away, useful for quickly moving to other parts of the city. The Colosseum is 800 metres away, while the Domus Aurea is about 650 metres and the National Roman Museum 600 metres away.
On foot you can also quickly reach the Roman Forums, 1.3 km away, and the Trevi Fountain, about 1.4 km away, making the district an excellent starting point for visiting the historic centre without having to rely much on public transport. In summer, evenings in Monti’s many bars and trattorias are particularly lively, while in cooler months visits to the area’s archaeological sites are easier thanks to fewer tourists.
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Guests especially praise the location, rated 9.2, and the comfort of the beds, while staff receive a score of 8.7. Cleanliness and comfort stay above 8, with a slightly more modest but still positive value-for-money score.
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Yes, Relais Santa Maria Maggiore accepts pets on request, with a possible surcharge to be confirmed directly with the property.
Relais Santa Maria Maggiore is about 800 metres from the Colosseum, comfortably reachable on foot in a few minutes.
Yes, Relais Santa Maria Maggiore offers free WiFi connection in all rooms of the property.
No, Relais Santa Maria Maggiore does not include breakfast in the room price.
Relais Santa Maria Maggiore accepts cash payments; it is recommended to check for any updates directly with the property at the time of booking.
No, Relais Santa Maria Maggiore does not require a minimum age to check in.
