A Rome hotel within walking distance of the Colosseum

Domus Sessoriana, Rome

Once an imperial palace, basilica and Cistercian Abbey, this hotel in Rome is an experience in itself. Just 15 minutes' walk from the Colosseum, the historic building lies at the heart of ancient Rome (Roma) both in location and ambience. The wide corridors of the three-star Domus Sessoriana, Rome lead to comfortable rooms that have mahogany furnishings, tiled floors and wrought iron beds. In-room facilities include satellite television, refrigerator, safe, telephone, internet connection and air conditioning. Tours of the hotel complex are available with an archaeologist to guide you through the ancient monastery building, vegetable garden and basilica. Helpful staff are available 24 hours a day to help you navigate your way around the sights and arrange city tours or car rental. The hotel takes up three floors and two wings of the monastery, connected by a glass elevator, and the roof is open for guests to enjoy panoramic views of the ancient city or to look down on the monk's garden below. Breakfast is served in the refectory where the monks used to eat their meals.

Termini Station, with links to all forms of public transport including the airport shuttle train, is a 15-minute walk away. The historic city/downtown area around the Pantheon and Piazza Navona is easy to get to by bus. Manaoni and Giovanni subway/metro/underground stations are a five-minute walk away, though some of Rome's finest monuments can be reached on foot. For those who crave the city's nightlife, there is no shortage of great restaurants and bars in the area. This historic and quite unique Rome hotel puts you at the heart of this beguiling city.

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Double room from €49

 

Score from 200 reviews: 8/10