UNA Hotels Empire Roma

UNA Hotels Empire Roma is a 4-star hotel housed in a period building in Venetian style in the center of Rome, just a 5-minute walk from the exclusive Via Veneto. The building was originally the Roman residence of a noble Venetian family and still retains its original architectural features today, offering guests a stay that combines historic charm with contemporary functionality.

The rooms, furnished with cherry wood furniture and carpeted floors, feature a reading area and amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TV and minibar; some room types, such as the Suite and the Superior Double Room, add separate sitting areas or marble bathrooms with gold-tone finishes. The common areas include a piano bar, an internet point and meeting rooms, ideal for both business travelers and tourists.

On the ground floor is the Corte di Aureliano Bar & Restaurant by UNA Cucina, also open to the public from 10:30 am to 10:30 pm with local and international dishes. The location is convenient for getting around: Repubblica metro station is 500 meters away, while Termini can be reached on foot in just a few minutes, making the hotel a practical base for exploring the historic center of Rome.

★ 8.4 · Very Good · 1.747 reviews

Room types

The rooms at UNA Hotels Empire Roma range from the compact 15 sqm Classic Single Room to the spacious 34 sqm Suite with a separate sitting area, through various double and twin room solutions designed for families or small groups. All room types share air conditioning, a private bathroom with courtesy set and bathrobes, flat-screen TV with cable channels, minibar, safe and wardrobe, ensuring a consistent level of comfort throughout the hotel.

What sets the different room types apart are details such as the bathtub, present in some superior and executive rooms, the courtyard view of the Classic Double Room, or the possibility of accommodating up to three people thanks to additional sofa beds. The Superior Double Room stands out for its cherry wood furniture and white marble bathroom with gold-tone finishes, while the twin rooms remain the most versatile option for those traveling with company.

Classic Single Room

15 m² · Private bathroom

1 single bed
Max 1 guest
Air conditioning, Minibar, Flat-screen TV

The most compact of the hotel’s rooms, designed for the solo traveler. At 15 sqm it is the smallest unit in the property, with air conditioning, flat-screen TV and minibar; it does not accommodate extra beds.

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Classic Double Room

20 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Courtyard view, Air conditioning, Minibar

Double room overlooking the inner courtyard, one of the few room types with this specific view. It does not accommodate extra beds, making it ideal for couples seeking tranquility.

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Superior Double Room

21 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed or 2 single beds
Max 2 guests
Bathtub, Bathrobe, Courtesy set

Stands out for its cherry wood furniture, hand-colored prints and a white marble bathroom with gold-tone finishes, a detail no other room in the hotel offers. Available with a double bed or two single beds configuration.

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Suite

34 m² · Shared bathroom

1 extra-large double bed and 1 sofa bed
Max 3 guests
Bathtub, Separate sitting area, Minibar

The hotel’s largest accommodation, at 34 sqm with an elegantly furnished separate sitting area: the only room type in the property designed for those seeking more space and privacy, with an extra-large double bed and a sofa bed for a third guest.

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Classic Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

25 m² · Private bathroom

1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Satellite TV, Bathrobe, Minibar

Triple room designed for families, with satellite TV, bathrobe and minibar; the sofa bed paired with the large double bed makes it one of the most suitable choices for those traveling with a child.

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Executive Double Room

25 m² · Shared bathroom

1 extra-large double bed or 1 extra-large double bed
Max 2 guests
Bathrobe, Minibar, Air conditioning

Air-conditioned executive category, with an extra-large double bed, bathrobe and minibar: among the 25 sqm rooms, this is the one with the largest bed available in a single configuration.

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Classic Twin Room with Extra Bed

25 m² · Private bathroom

2 single beds and 1 sofa bed
Max 3 guests
Courtesy set, Safe, Wardrobe

Twin room with two single beds plus an additional sofa bed, for a total of three spots: among the few solutions in the property designed for small groups or larger families, with a private bathroom complete with shower, bidet and courtesy set.

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Classic Queen Room

18 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 1 guest
Walk-in shower, Courtesy set, Safe

Double room designed for a single guest, with walk-in shower, bidet and hairdryer. At 18 sqm it is among the smallest with a double bed, but offers the same standard of comfort as the higher categories.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you want to stay in a historic Venetian-style building just steps from Via Veneto.
Yes, if you appreciate having an in-house restaurant open from 10:30 am to 10:30 pm without having to go out.
Yes, if you're traveling with your pet, allowed up to 20 kg with a small surcharge.
Yes, if you want to get around easily by metro: Repubblica station is just 400 meters away.
Yes, if you're looking for air-conditioned rooms with cherry wood furniture and a dedicated reading area.

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you're under 18: the minimum check-in age is set at 18.
Maybe not, if you're looking for free parking included, which is not offered by this property.
Maybe not, if value for money matters a lot to you, as it's the lowest-scoring item among the reviews (8.0).
Maybe not, if you prefer flawless WiFi: guests' rating for this service is the lowest (7.4).

Hotel facilities & services

UNA Hotels Empire Roma offers a range of services designed for both tourists and business travelers. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day, with concierge service, luggage storage, currency exchange and a tour desk; laundry, ironing and dry cleaning services are also available for those staying several days.

For dining, the hotel offers an in-house restaurant, a bar, an in-room minibar and the option to have breakfast delivered to the room, as well as a menu for special diets on request. The rooms feature a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bathrobe, hairdryer and complimentary bathroom amenities, along with air conditioning and flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels.

Among the strengths for mobility are the airport shuttle and wheelchair-accessible rooms, while those traveling with pets can count on four-legged friends being accepted, though with a surcharge.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Parking
Restaurant
Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Airport shuttle
Facilities for disabled guests

General facilities

Garden
24-hour front desk
Concierge service
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Currency exchange
Daily housekeeping
Ironing service
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Elevator
Airport shuttle
Facilities for disabled guests
Wheelchair access
Air conditioning

Parking

Parking

Food & drink

Coffee house on site
Fruit
Wine/champagne
Special diet menu (on request)
Snack bar
Breakfast in the room available
Bar
Minibar
Restaurant

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Satellite channels
Radio
Telephone
TV
Pay-per-view channels
Internet connection

Room amenities

Toilet paper
Towels
Bidet
Bathtub or shower
Slippers
Private bathroom
Toilet
Complimentary toiletries
Bathrobe
Hairdryer
Shower
Wardrobe or closet
Alarm clock
Socket near the bed
Desk

Location & what to see

The hotel occupies a period building in Venetian style in the Via Veneto district, one of the most elegant and central areas of Rome, just a few steps from Piazza della Repubblica and the Teatro dell’Opera. The street, Via Aureliana, is quiet yet close to the bustle of the city, with historic venues such as Bar Montebello and the Gregori coffee house just a few dozen meters away.

Getting around is made easy by the proximity of Repubblica metro station, 400 meters away, and the Barberini stop, 600 meters away: both quickly connect to the historic center and to Termini station, about 800 meters away and served by regional trains, high-speed trains and airport connections. Those arriving by plane will find Ciampino 13 km away and Fiumicino 20 km away, both reachable by car or public transport.

On foot, Villa Borghese, 800 meters away, with its gardens and museums, and the Trevi Fountain, about 1.2 km away, an unmissable destination for anyone visiting Rome, can be reached within a few minutes. Piazza di Spagna and its famous staircase are also just over a kilometer away, while the Imperial Forums and the Domus Aurea, both about 1.8 km away, allow for an excursion into ancient Rome. The area, lively with restaurants such as Da Mario and I Colori del Vino just a few dozen meters from the hotel, is convenient all year round, both for a winter cultural visit and for summer evenings among the venues of Via Veneto.

Moses Fountain — monumental Baroque fountain just steps from the hotel 250 m

Piazza della Repubblica — historic square with the Fountain of the Naiads 400 m

Villa Borghese — large urban park with museum and gardens 800 m

Trevi Fountain — one of the most famous fountains in the world 1.2 km

Piazza di Spagna — famous square with the monumental staircase 1.1 km

Imperial Forums — archaeological area in the heart of ancient Rome 1.8 km

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What guests say about UNA Hotels Empire Roma

8.4

Very Good · 1.747 reviews

Staff

9.2

Comfort

8.6

Location

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Facilities

8.3

Value for money

8

Free Wi-Fi

7.4

Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.2, and the location, appreciated with a score of 8.8, considered convenient for reaching the center of Rome. Cleanliness and comfort also score well, while value for money, the only score under 8, remains the most obvious area for improvement.