A hotel in a medieval building in Rome, close to the Vatican City

Hotel Columbus, Rome

This Rome hotel is located in an ancient medieval building which has been sympathetically restored to create modern and comfortable accommodation. It's located in Palazzo della Rovere, just 200 metres from the Vatican City, and its walls bear beautiful frescoes by the artist Pinturicchio. It's easily reached from Fiumicino and Ciampino airports and is close to the Ottaviano stop on the subway/underground, linking you to must-see sights all over the city.

The 96 rooms have en-suite facilities, plus minibar, air conditioning, TV, and many have high-speed internet access. Free newspapers are provided at the four-star Hotel Columbus, Rome, and a wake-up service is available so you won't miss those early-morning trips. You'll love the mouth-watering local and regional cuisine served in La Veranda restaurant, which also has a fine selection of wines. A typical dish is Zucchini flowers stuffed with prawns in tempura with yoghurt, lime and pistachio sauce. In the summer season or when the weather is fine, guests can dine in the beautiful Mediterranean garden, which lies behind the Palazzo della Rovere.

There's an information service to help you make reservations for nights at the theatre or opera, and a laundry service is provided six days a week. In the evenings, relax with an aperitif in the American Bar, Le Colonne. This hotel is also ideal for business meetings and conferences, and it has seven spacious function rooms which come equipped with the latest in technology. This hotel in Rome will ensure you have an unforgettable stay in this unique Italian city.

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Double room from €81

 

Score from 96 reviews: 7/10