Guest house in a 19th-century building near Manzoni metro station, a short walk from the Colosseum, with air-conditioned rooms and Italian breakfast included.
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Roman Holidays cuore dell’Impero is a guest house set in a nineteenth-century building in the Porta Maggiore district of Rome, just a 5-minute walk from Manzoni metro station.
The property occupies a historic building that retains parquet flooring and old-world charm, while offering modern amenities such as free WiFi, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV in every room. Accommodation ranges from compact double rooms to a large apartment with balcony and terrace, designed for big groups or families travelling together, able to host up to fifteen people across multiple bedrooms. Each room has a private bathroom with hairdryer and toiletries, plus a safe and minibar for those who want to travel light during their stay.
The location is particularly convenient for exploring Rome on foot or by public transport: the Colosseum can be reached in about 20 minutes on foot, while Termini station is just over a kilometre away. Nearby you’ll also find the Temple of Minerva Medica and Porta Maggiore, both a few minutes from the property, along with several restaurants and bars in the neighbourhood.
The accommodations at Roman Holidays cuore dell’Impero comprise four room types designed for different needs, from couples visiting Rome to large groups looking for a shared space. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a flat-screen TV, safe and private bathroom with hairdryer, while parquet or marble floors characterise the interiors of the historic building housing the property.
The double and triple rooms, ranging from 16 to 20 square metres, mainly differ in view, which may overlook the interior courtyard or the building’s façade, and in the availability of a minibar. For group travellers, the Apartment with Balcony is the largest option: 200 square metres across multiple bedrooms, with a full kitchen, dishwasher, terrace and capacity for up to fifteen people, suited to large families or groups of friends who want to share the same space.
The most compact of the double rooms in the property, at 16 square metres, with views alternating between the interior courtyard and the historic building’s façade. It has a refrigerator, safe and private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries, with the flexibility to choose between a double bed or two single beds.
This is the largest room among the standard doubles and triples, at 20 square metres, making it suitable for those travelling in threes. Like the others, it has a refrigerator and safe, with a private bathroom fitted with shower, hairdryer and toiletries, and views that vary between the courtyard and the façade.
At 18 square metres, this Classic version stands out from the other doubles thanks to the extra bidet in the bathroom and the presence of a full set of bathrobes, plus a view over the interior courtyard. It is the only one of the standard rooms to offer a more refined touch in the bathroom amenities.
The only option in the property designed for large groups: 200 square metres spread across four bedrooms and four bathrooms, with a full kitchen equipped with a dishwasher and hob. It also has a balcony, terrace and separate dining area, for up to fifteen guests.
Roman Holidays cuore dell’Impero offers a range of services designed to make your stay in the historic heart of Rome comfortable. Among the most appreciated amenities are free WiFi, air conditioning in all areas and the availability of family rooms, ideal for those travelling with children. The property also guarantees private and express check-in and check-out, daily housekeeping and 24-hour security with CCTV.
For those who want to pamper themselves during the holiday, spa packages and massages are available on request, along with a hot tub. Room service allows guests to order fruit, wine or champagne, while those who prefer can request breakfast directly in the room. There is also a shuttle service, useful for those arriving from the airport or needing to get around the city.
Rooms are equipped with a safe, refrigerator, desk and convenient electrical outlets near the bed, with bathrooms providing complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer.
Roman Holidays cuore dell’Impero occupies a nineteenth-century building in the Porta Maggiore district, a residential yet lively area of Rome, close to the nightlife of nearby Via del Pigneto and the monuments of the ancient imperial city. The Temple of Minerva Medica, an imposing Roman ruin, is just 100 metres from the property, while the monumental arch of Porta Maggiore is 350 metres away.
Connections are one of the area’s strong points: Manzoni metro station, on line A, is about a 5-minute walk away, while Santa Bibiana and Porta Maggiore railway stations are 150 and 400 metres away respectively. Termini station, the capital’s main railway hub, is about a kilometre away, convenient for those arriving by train or needing a connection to Fiumicino airport (21 km) or Ciampino (11 km).
For those who want to spend their days exploring ancient Rome, the Colosseum is 1.5 km away, reachable in about 20 minutes on foot, as are the Imperial Forums and Palatine Hill, a little further on. Nearby you’ll also find the Domus Aurea and the National Roman Museum, both about 1.3-1.4 km away. Those who prefer a more relaxed break can head to Nicola Calipari Garden, 550 metres away, or to the many bars and restaurants in the neighbourhood, some just a few steps from the property’s entrance.
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Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9, and the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, both above 8.7. The location is well liked, especially by couples, while value for money remains the lowest score but is still solid.
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No, Roman Holidays cuore dell’Impero does not allow pets during the stay.
No, Roman Holidays cuore dell’Impero does not offer free parking to its guests.
Yes, Roman Holidays cuore dell’Impero includes Italian breakfast with the stay.
The Colosseum is about 1.5 km away, reachable in a 20-minute walk, while Termini station is about 1 km from Roman Holidays cuore dell’Impero.
Roman Holidays cuore dell’Impero offers air-conditioned double and triple rooms from 16 to 20 square metres, as well as a large apartment with balcony and terrace for large groups.
Roman Holidays cuore dell’Impero is about 11 km from Ciampino airport and 21 km from Fiumicino airport, both connected to the city centre by trains and buses to nearby Termini station.
