Guest house in the heart of Rione Monti in Rome, a short walk from the Colosseum, with air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi and airport shuttle service.
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The Roman Empire Guesthouse is a guest house in Rome, in the Rione Monti district, about 300 metres from Cavour metro station and 450 metres from the Colosseum.
The property is designed for those who want to explore the monuments of ancient Rome on foot without giving up modern comforts: the rooms, all air-conditioned and soundproofed, are furnished in bright colours and equipped with a flat-screen TV, electric kettle and private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer. Some room types offer a minibar, coffee machine or city view, while the Junior Suite has a separate living area and balcony.
It is a suitable option both for couples, who according to reviews particularly appreciate the location, and for families thanks to rooms with configurable beds and the availability of family solutions. Among the services offered are the airport shuttle, luggage storage, private check-in and an in-room safe. Breakfast, when requested, is Italian-style or takeaway. Termini station can be reached in about 15 minutes on foot, 1.2 km from the property.
The Roman Empire Guesthouse offers five room types, from 20 to 30 square metres, all with private bathroom, air conditioning, flat-screen TV and soundproofed walls. The Standard Double Room is the most compact option, with a view of the city and a landmark, while the Superior adds a sofa bed and a coffee machine, making it convenient for a third guest.
The Deluxe Family Room, at 30 square metres, combines a double bed and a sofa bed for families or small groups. The Junior Suite with Balcony is the only room type with a separate living area and a private outdoor view, ideal for those seeking more space and privacy. The Standard Double/Twin Room instead offers a flexible bed configuration, with the option to choose between an extra-large double bed or two single beds, while keeping a walk-in shower and toiletries in every bathroom.
The most compact room type in the property, 20 square metres with a view of a landmark and the city. Equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, electric kettle and private bathroom, it is designed for two people looking for an essential yet comfortable base close to the Colosseum.
Larger than the Standard, at 25 square metres with a sofa bed that allows up to three guests. Unlike the base room, it features a coffee machine, as well as air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a city view.
At 30 square metres, this is among the most spacious rooms in the guesthouse, designed for families thanks to the combination of a double bed and a sofa bed. It includes a coffee machine, minibar and city view, standing out for its larger size compared to the standard double rooms.
The only room type in the property with a separate living area and bedroom, featuring a private balcony and city view. The bathroom has a walk-in shower and toiletries, while the living area houses a sofa bed for a third guest: the ideal choice for those seeking more space and an outdoor view.
Like the Standard Double Room, it occupies 20 square metres, but stands out for its flexible bed configuration, with the option to choose between an extra-large double bed or two single beds. The private bathroom has a walk-in shower, hairdryer and toiletries, with a city view.
The Roman Empire Guesthouse offers a range of services designed to make a stay in Rome easier, starting with the airport shuttle and general shuttle service, useful for those arriving from Fiumicino or Ciampino without having to organise transfers. Luggage storage and private or express check-in and check-out provide flexibility for those with particular travel schedules, while the safe and key access ensure personal security.
Common areas are monitored by CCTV and equipped with fire extinguishers, and the property offers heating, air conditioning and a lift to reach the upper floors. The rooms, soundproofed and air-conditioned, are equipped with flat-screen TV, cable and satellite channels, internet connection, minibar and city view, with solutions also designed for families thanks to the availability of family rooms.
The Roman Empire Guesthouse is located in Rione Monti, one of the oldest and liveliest districts of Rome, made up of alleyways, craft workshops and small venues. The property is a short walk from Piazza della Madonna dei Monti, the heart of the district’s life, and just 100-150 metres from cafés and bars such as Finnegans and Rockodile Cocktail Bar, as well as several restaurants right downstairs.
The location makes it possible to reach the city’s main archaeological sites on foot: the Colosseum is about 450 metres away, the Imperial Forums 500 metres, and the Arch of Constantine just over 480 metres. Cavour metro station, on line B, is just 250 metres away, while the Colosseo station is 300 metres; Termini station, the capital’s main railway hub, is 1.2 km away. Ciampino and Fiumicino airports are 12 and 19 km away respectively, also connected by the property’s shuttle service.
From here it is easy to plan entire days on foot among the ruins of ancient Rome: besides the Colosseum and the Imperial Forums, the Domus Aurea, Palatine Hill and Piazza Venezia, with Palazzo Venezia and its museum, are all within walking distance. Heading towards the historic centre, in 15-20 minutes you reach the Trevi Fountain, Piazza di Spagna and Piazza Navona, classic stops both in summer, amid evening strolls and gelato shops, and in winter, when the streets of the centre come alive with lights and markets.
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Guests particularly praise the location, rated almost at the maximum, and the comfort of the rooms. Value for money also receives positive feedback, while the WiFi score is slightly lower than the other categories, without affecting the overall very favourable impression.
The Roman Empire Guesthouse is about 450 metres from the Colosseum, reachable on foot in less than 10 minutes through the streets of Rione Monti.
Yes, The Roman Empire Guesthouse accepts pets, although a surcharge may be required depending on the case.
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Yes, The Roman Empire Guesthouse offers free WiFi connection throughout the property, including in the rooms.
Roma Termini station is about 1.2 km from The Roman Empire Guesthouse, reachable on foot in about 15 minutes or with a short metro ride from the nearby Cavour stop.
Yes, The Roman Empire Guesthouse offers an airport shuttle service, useful for transfers to and from Rome Fiumicino and Rome Ciampino airports.
No, The Roman Empire Guesthouse does not require a minimum age for check-in.
