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The Roman Empire Guesthouse

A 4-star guesthouse in Rione Monti, steps from the Metro and within walking distance of the Colosseum.

  • Guest rating 8.8 out of 10
  • Rooms score 9.2 for comfort
  • Paid airport shuttle available
8.8 Great 385 reviews Booking.com 8.8 · 385 reviews

About

The Roman Empire Guesthouse

The Roman Empire Guesthouse sits on Via Cavour in Rione Monti, a district that mixes bohemian cafes with classical Roman sights. The location is a strong point: reviewers mention being close to the Metro, with the Colosseum and Piazza Venezia within a 10–15 minute walk.

Inside, rooms are described as new-fashioned, neat and comfortable, with several guests singling out the bathrooms. The guesthouse offers a paid airport shuttle, bike rental, and a range of practical amenities like air conditioning, a mini-bar, and tea and coffee facilities.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Walkable to the big sights — Guests consistently praise the location, noting the Colosseum is a 10–15 minute walk and the Metro is right outside.
  • High marks for comfort and service — Rooms score 9.2 and staff 9.3 in the guest ratings, with reviews calling out comfortable beds and clean, modern bathrooms.
  • Practical extras — Paid airport shuttle, bike rental, and a 24-hour check-in window starting at 14:00 make arrival and getting around easy.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • WiFi can be frustrating — One review explicitly says the WiFi was 'terrible' and led to loading screens, so don't expect high-speed internet for heavy use.
  • No on-site parking — There is no parking listed, so if you arrive by car you'll need to find public parking or rely on the shuttle.
  • Check-out is early — Check-out starts at 01:00 and ends at 10:00, so plan your last morning accordingly if you like a slow start.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Standard Room

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed

Deluxe Family Room

  • 1 King-size bed,2 Single beds

Junior Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Room comforts

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • VIP check-in/out
  • Safe deposit box
  • Security

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Lift
  • Pets allowed
  • No smoking on site
  • Key access
  • Fire extinguishers

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.8
Great 385 reviews

Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 385 reviews

Booking.com · 8.8 · 385 reviews
8.8Verified guest

“We had a wonderful stay in a super comfy location near a famous triple arch, enjoying fabulous food in the restaurant.”

8.8Verified guest

“Came here for a trip and had an unforgettable 5 days. Extremely friendly and excellent staff who were always there to help. The food was fab with a huge variety of alternatives. Excellent and absolutely perfect location, it was near an underground station. A market and a bakery were right next door.”

8.8Verified guest

“The rooms are modern, neat with a big window. The hotel offers a good choice of food that was good.”

8.8Verified guest

“This place provides lovely accommodation with a fantastic location near the center and major attractions such as the Colosseum and Piazza Venezia, offering a wide variety of excellent food options.”

8.8Verified guest

“Everything was perfect, the family atmosphere was great, all the staff were friendly and patient, and our deluxe queen room with a great bed was fantastic.”

8.8Verified guest

“Location: the hotel was close enough to the Colosseum, Venice Plaza and Corso commercial road, Piazza Venezia, and a scungy cafe off site. Spent a nice evening at Citta in Fiore, located next door to the venue.”

04 — Location

Getting around Rome

The property sits in Rome.

Colosseum: A 10–15 minute walk from the guesthouse, this ancient amphitheatre is the most famous landmark in Rome.

Piazza Venezia: Another central square within easy walking distance, home to the Victor Emmanuel II Monument.

Metro access: An underground station is right next door, making it simple to hop across the city.

Via Cavour 275, Rome, Lazio, 00184, Italy

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:30
Check-out
By 01:00-10:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
6 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:30. Check-out is from 01:00 to 10:00.

Is there an airport shuttle?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available. Ciampino airport is about 20 km away.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, pets are allowed at the guesthouse.

Is there parking on site?

No parking is available on the property. You may need to use public parking or the airport shuttle.

What room types are available?

Room options include Standard Room, Superior Double Room, Deluxe Family Room, and Junior Suite. The Junior Suite features a city view and balcony.

The bottom line

A well-located guesthouse in Rione Monti that delivers on comfort and service, ideal for exploring Rome on foot or via Metro. Just be prepared for patchy WiFi.

8.8Based on 385 guest reviews and a rating of 8.8

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