Hotel Colosseum - Rome

Average rating:  7.2

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Jun 2008

It was a pretty good place. Not fabulous, but things in Rome may be like this. If you have kids, it is great because they can play on the roof which overlooks the city. It was clean which was a must. The people at the front desk speak enough English. The rooms are small, but quite and can be made VERY dark if you want to sleep in.

Guest name: CW, USA

Average rating:  7.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2008

Lovely hotel, central location, close to the Termini station. close to lots of restaurants. Breakfast basic but nice, lovely capuchino's!!! Colleseum within walking distance, beautifull chrch 2 mins away. stayed for for 6 nights then travelled to Tuscany for a week. Wonderfull roof terrace, ideal for taking a bottle of wine up there to look at the sky line.

Guest name: Mrs J Boyle, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.7

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in May 2008

We have stayed at several small hotels in the area. This was the best one so far. The hospitality and the people were great. The rooms were clean and fresh, probably recently refurbished with very tasty colors and furniture. Very good and easy adjustable air condition system. A small, friendly and nice hotel. We'll be back!

Guest name: SH, Norway

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in May 2008

Breakfast was plain. They should have fresh fruit.

Guest name: Stephen Daniel, USA

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Nov 2007

we loved the location of this hotel. It was only minutes away from Santa Maria Maggiore & many of the tour buses. We also found excellent food at nearby restaurants. We also enjoyed the very fresh bread delivered every morning for breakfast & the made to order cappuccinos. I was a bit surprised to read so many negative comments about the breakfasts, as we enjoyed the fresh bread & pastries every morning very much. There again I don't like re hydrated burgers on a soggy bun, for those that wanted McDonald's. The staff were very helpful in booking us trips & had the shuttle bus come pick us up at the hotel to go to the Vatican & a day trip to Pompei.

Guest name: CHRIS JOHNSON, USA

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Feb 2008

the colosseum hotel is ok, not far from the termini station and right behind the Santa Maria Maggiore It is also located near metro Cavour. The room was clean but not very big, I guess for Rome it is standard. Nice view on the top terrace from which you can admire the colosseum.

Guest name: DM, France

Average rating:  8.1

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Dec 2007

We looked for a hotel close to the Termini and found this to be a good choice. The room, which was on the 7th floor, was small but it had a balcony from where you could see the Colosseum and Santa Maria Maggiore, and the view over the rooftops was very pretty. We stayed for three days, walked all over the place and thoroughly enjoyed it. We would come back to this hotel again.

Guest name: JM, Finland

Average rating:  7.1

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Aug 2007

A very nice stay. The rooms were spacious and clean. About a 10 minute walk to the Coliseum and Forum. Many nearby excellent restaurants and shops. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The only caution is that the entrance is in an alleyway that is accessed by climbing about 30 steps. There was construction that made it difficult to reach by cab.

Guest name: VM, USA

Average rating:  9.3

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

I was very pleased with the cleanliness and modern bathroom fixtures. The room was small but more than adquate. We lacked nothing in comfort. The location as excellent providing easy access to the train station and to the Colesseum and tour busses etc. The breakfast was excellent and in very pleasant surroundings with self service and attentive staff.

Guest name: AW, USA

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

Hotel was clean, attractive & well managed. Breakfast was good and ample. Management was helpful. Short walk to train station. There were 3 entrances to street Via Sforza. Off of Cavour one was short, steep hill, one was steep stairs. Entrance from St. Maggori Square was flat. Restaurants and Metro nearby. I would definitely recommend this hotel. Much of Rome is rather dirty and dark and the area surrounding the hotel dirty and dark, but seemed very safe.

Guest name: Mr. And Mrs. James Jackson, USA

Average rating:  4.7

Guest type: 

stayed in Oct 2007

To whom it may concern As the rooms are located close to one another, it is rather noisy when other guests' enter or leave their rooms and especially when they climb the stairs Lifts are not working efficiently i.e. you can only go to one floor at a time Reception staff not able to communicate fluently with us when we spoke to them in English We booked taxi (via reception) from hotel to Ciampino airport but during our journey when we reminded the driver which airport we are going, he immediately contacted another driver to come and fetch us - so we had to change car and luckily we allow ample time to arrive at the airport and luckily we did not miss our flight We feel 3 star hotel in Rome is not up to our expectations In future, if I visit Rome again, I will choose 4 or 5 star hotel Rgds June

Guest name: MG, Singapore

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

A good hotel in a central location. Staff were friendly & helpful at all times. Room was very clean & tidy and was very well maintained for the duration of our stay. I would highly recommend it!

Guest name: Brian Donald, United Kingdom

Average rating:  7.2

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Aug 2007

location was great however the street to get to hotel was off a main road not suggested if traveling on own or a couple of females just for the return at nights. the rooms are small but clean the main disappointment was there isnt a mini fridge in any rooms which we thought was standard in any hotel. the staff were helpful in terms of answering questions and gave a great tip to go to restaurants the locals dine at rather then near the hotel of which is ok in taste but a bit pricey. the highlight of stay was the terrace as you could kick back with a few drinks at night surround by the lights of rome - breathtaking

Guest name: Giuseppe Canturi, Australia

Average rating:  8.4

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Oct 2007

this hotel keeps what it promises. My room had a nice balcony over a quite street, with a view over the roofs of the city. I would recommend this hotel for anyone who wants to explore the main sites of Rome by foot...

Guest name: Bernhard Weber, China

Average rating:  5.1

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2007

ok, so I know Rome is a city where you have to spend a lot to get great quality, but I was very disappointed in our stay at the coliseum hotel. I will start with the staff. The only guy at front desk we thought was nice was the overnight front desk clerk. Other than that they would take our key from us when we left the room or take our passport from us and stick it in a slot behind the desk, but completely visible. I don't know if it was just us, but I did not feel safe with my key back to my country just sitting behind his front desk. Next, Lurch took us up to our room in the small, slow elevator. We got to our "double" room to find 2 twin beds. We pushed them together ourselves and removed the old outdated comforters. The next day they realized we pushed the beds together and gave us one larger sheet instead of 2 twins. The roof area was a nice place to sit and see Rome with a glass of wine and book. We felt more comfortable up there than in our room. The light fixtures looked like something out of the Adam's Family and don't expect any lights in the hallways. You have to turn them on yourself when you come and go. The room itself was an ok size but it could just use some updating. I can see what they were going for with the look but a coat of paint and new bedding would be nice. The bathroom was gross to me. It needed to be totally redone. The location was close to the train, old rome, st maggiore square and some nice restaurants. Far from everything else. We did not like walking to sites at night from this location although the street it was on was nice and quiet. 11 Euros per day for air conditioning. The only place we stayed in Italy that charged for air. Breakfast is another story. Let's just say we skipped it our last day in hopes of finding a McDonalds. If you like yogurt that has been sitting out all morning and warm milk in your cereal you are good. Besides that all you got were rolls and croissants and maybe a donut. And do not look for orange juice. The

Guest name: RM, USA

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Sep 2007

The hotel itself is lovely. The email map was not so good! It is very conveniently located to Termini and to the ancient area but is tucked away on a back street. Once you know where it is - no problem. They just need a more specific or detailed map.

Guest name: JC, Canada

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2007

We have just returned from our 3 day trip to Rome. I booked this lovely little hotel for me, my boyfriend and another couple and was impressed! The hotel is tucked away from the main road of Via Cavour, and is situated 10 min walk to Termini and to the Colosseum itself! The area is busy being close to Termini. But from our rooms, all we heard was the church bells in the morning!!! Its ideal if you wish to jump on the sightseeing bus from Termini or spend the morning at the Colosseum and easy to find once you get your barings! The 3* hotel itself was very clean and well presented, the room was immaculate; had a big bed and TV, ample room for the wardrobe and a safe, the bathroom was immaculate too; clean all round, shower was great. Air conditioning is available (it is a saviuor in the heat!) and you can open the windows for extra air. Comparing all other hotels that are 3*, I would definitely say I came across a great place for £116 for the room per night. You can pay more for a 3* depending on location, but Via Cavour area is ideal. I would defintely recommend this hotel to any couples planning to visit. The roof terrace is spectacular to see, especially early in the morning before a light brekkie and coffee downstairs in the Breakfast Room. Ladies who served brekkie were cool and helpful, reception guys could have been more attentative - but we we werent too fussed as we were hardly around. All that mattered was that the hotel was a lovely little Haven for us after a hard day of walking... and walking... and eating!

Guest name: Joycelyn Agne, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.3

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2007

The room is not incredibly large, but sufficient for two people. The bathroom is very clean and well maintained. The location is ideal for tourists. Breakfast was great, and the terrace was fantastic.

Guest name: KY, Kuwait

Average rating:  7.5

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Aug 2007

The room was quite small, and the colazione could use options besides pastry and cornflakes. However, the roof deck was very nice, and the service was exellent.

Guest name: Todd Horowitz, USA

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Aug 2007

The experience at Hotel Collosseum and in Rome was perfect, the hotel isn't very big but the gentilece of the serviice was perfect. I'm completly sure that I will return there!Antonella, Maria Pia and Massimo were excellent! Thank you for make this hoolidays, the best one!

Guest name: LF, Spain

Average rating:  8.4

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Aug 2007

ci siamo trovati molto bene, staze silenziose, staff disponibile e competente, posizione abbastanza centrale e ottime le brioches del primo giorno!

Guest name: LP, Italy

Average rating:  6.7

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Aug 2007

The breakfast was rather meagre but everthing was consistent with a 3" hotel in Italy. The Shower, although clean, had small amounts of mildewed grout that needed attention.

Guest name: Gail Rainford, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.0

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Aug 2007

Nice hotel, very conveniently located (metro Cavour, Sta Maria Maggiore, Forum). The only negative points would be the size of the single room I got (really small but I'm used to it ...) and the breakfast that was well served (buffet) but a bit monotonous. Apart from this, I would definitely recommend this hotel.

Guest name: Marie-Joelle Antoine, France

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Aug 2007

Great location. Quiet rooms and located on a quiet street, apart from the occasional scooter but then this is Rome! I would stay here again and always recommend it to friends/family.

Guest name: JC, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Jul 2007

Hotel adecuado para movilizarse comodamente por la ciudad. Aquellos amantes de la caminata pueden hacer a pie los principales destinos turisticos.

Guest name: Jose Alejandro Bembhy, Argentina

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2007

Great experience, hotel has wonderful views of the city from its terrace. Staff is friendly and helpful. Breakfast is basic, but free. Close to train station and some good restaurants, not too far from Forum area.

Guest name: Shawn Klein, USA

Average rating:  7.8

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Jun 2007

Receptionist could be more helpful in recommending restaurants and attractions nearby the hotel. Breakfast service was very friendly but selection of things to eat rather limited.

Guest name: Boon Teck Kuah, China

Average rating:  3.8

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Jun 2007

1-They did NOT know of our arrival. 2-They did NOT accept the agreed price and we had to huggle. 3-There was a fire alarm at night and they could NOT explain why with the consequence that they could NOT reassure me that it was only a mistake. 4-There was NO passage for handicapped/child prams so that we had to lift our pram up and down the stairs of the hall (staff did NOT help). 5-Furthermore, the lift was so narrow we had trouble going up and down with our pram. 6-Even though NO room had been reserved for us before arrival and they could see we had a pram with a baby in it and another very young child, they gave us a room on the 6th floor (one floor less that the top) which made the lift obligatory and also quite a troubled night with going up and down the stairs on foot with children in our arms when the fire alarm rang. 7-they did NOT call the taxi when agreed so that we were late. 8-they write that it takes five minutes walking from Termini station to the hotel and it is NOT so.

Guest name: Laura Valiani, Italy

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Jun 2007

We really enjoyed our stay at the Colosseum. The balcony and terrace were great places to unwind after sightseeing. The location was prime (only 10 min walk to Colosseum and many restaurants - we really liked Pizzeria Legno al Forno across from church (food, price and staff)). Angelo, the concierge, was very helpful and friendly. I would stay here again and recommend it to friends. The tour company used was OK - I would reccomend doing the Vatican City on your own as the tour was rushed.

Guest name: Timothy Wallace, USA

Average rating:  8.4

Guest type: 

stayed in May 2007

We were a party of 5 friends in 2 rooms---1 double and 1 triple. The rooms were clean and very nice. The location is excellent---short walk to the Colosseum and other areas of interest. It was also very quiet----do not miss the roof view if you stay there---fantastic view of the city. Breakfast was average but adequate.

Guest name: Rose Gaia, USA

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: 

stayed in May 2007

Excellent location, wonderful view from roof-top terrace, good breakfast

Guest name: AR, Germany

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2007

The hotel is located close to most major sightseeing venues, the train and the metro. It has a wonderful roof terrace with great panoramic views. During our 7-day stay there the hotel was always very clean and quiet, the staff was very polite, professional and provided a service above expectations. Angelo, the receptionist was particularly helpful to solve our problems when we were pickpocketed on the metro, and the ladies serving good breakfast were a delight. Our stay in the Colosseum Hotel largely contributed to a really memorable, nice experience in Rome. We would recommend this hotel to everybody.

Guest name: Katalin Vaughan, USA

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Mar 2007

The hotel is situated within walking distance from several of Rome's attractions and also the Termini station, where the trains from the airport arrive. My room was small but lovely (the only single room in the hotel) and had a private balcony.I think the hotel caters manly to middle-class tourists.The breakfast (included) was excellent. The only thing I missed was a bar, but it is true that there are lots of places to eat and drink all around.I will certainly return!

Guest name: Lotta Elfving, Belgium

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Dec 2006

This hotel was wonderfully situated in the centre of Rome; we were able to access all the famous sites, especially the Colosseum within minutes. The room was very clean and the breakfast was a pleasant standard European spread. The Internet service was quite useful and the balcony very pleasant; however the management seemed a bit stuffy, the attitude without the class.

Guest name: Michele Rutherford, USA

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Feb 2007

The Colloseum Hotel is a delightful hotel in the heart of Rome. It was well priced, clean, well run and I would definitely stay there again.

Guest name: Frank Safina, USA

Average rating:  7.8

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Feb 2007

No refrigerator in the room, this is the only minus. Rooms are very quiet

Guest name: Giuseppe Carluccio, Italy

Average rating:  8.8

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Feb 2007

I stayed solo for one night in this hotel. It was cozy and at night the street was silent. The bells from nearby cathedrals in the evening and morning were exquisite. My room was small but very comfortably furnished with extra blankets and pillows. My only wish would have been to have a bathtub instead of shower.

Guest name: JJ, Italy

Average rating:  7.6

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jan 2007

I stayed 2 nights in this hotel. I was vacationing with my Italian boyfriend. We were given a room with 3 beds when we arrived, but the staff was quick to provide us another room with a king size bed. There are many cafes near the hotel so we never utilized the breakfast service. Overall, this was a great hotel & the location is OUTSTANDING - a 5 minutes walk to the Colosseum or Termini Station, & 15 minutes to the Pantheon. Very centrally located! Services matched pricing. Overall A+!

Guest name: Chelsea Mills, Italy

Average rating:  4.4

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Nov 2006

the hotel's location is very convenient. 10 mins walk from Termini station and bus interchange station; also close to many amenities, like restaurants, shops, even a d.i.y. laundry, 15 mins walk to the Colosseum. hotel rates are high (it's high for most hotels anycase in Rome and rest of Italy) and the rooms are really small. the bathrooms are also very small, particularly the shower area. the breakfast is simple but adequate. the heater and air-con functioned okay. front desk staff generally will only answer questions when asked.

Guest name: Elizabeth Tay, Singapore

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Group

stayed in Oct 2006

Hotel Colosseum was a great find in an excellent location, approximately 10 minutes leisurely walk to Termini. We stayed for 4 nights and dealt with three different gentlemen at reception, all very friendly and helpful with good English. The staff in the breakfast room were also very pleasant. The rooms are small, but I believe this is the case in all such hotels, they were perfectly clean with a nice view from the window. We were on the 6th floor and didn't hear a sound from outside, a definite plus as it's a pretty noisy city! All we heard was the sound of other guests in the corridor going to their rooms but no sounds from the rooms themselves. The view from the roof garden on the eighth floor was great by day and night. The bathroom was fine, the shower did go cold one morning but the hot water was back in a couple of minutes! Breakfast was lovely and consisted of yogurt, cereal, croissants, rolls and coffee, with tea on request. There isn't a restaurant at this hotel but we found L'Esquilino on Via Cavour, less than 10 minutes away, was excellent, and we visited it each night of our stay. One thing to bear in mind about this hotel is that three of the four approach roads are either up a fairly steep incline or up steps, the 4th from the direction of Termini is quite flat. This did not affect us and we found the location excellent, however it may be worth considering for anyone with mobility problems. As for the city itself - comfortable shoes are a must, you will walk miles. Overall, this hotel was perfect for us and we would definitely stay there again.

Guest name: Emma Harte, Ireland

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Gay Couple

stayed in Oct 2006

A bit more than we wanted to pay, however the hotel was lovely. Location was pretty good - close to the colleseum and the Metro. The rooftop terrace was wonderful. We stopped at a local grocery and purchased cheese, prociutto, bread and wine and the hotel supplied us with the glasses and table service for our little picnic. Wonderful!

Guest name: David Glaser, USA

Average rating:  8.6

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2006

The staff was very helpful. We were upgraded to a triple room but were only charged for a double. This was especially nice since the rooms are quite small. Standard hard bed to be expected from a 3 star in Italy. We had a lovely private terrace that had views of the entire city. The location was great, walking distance to practically everything we wanted to see. We had to take the metro to the Vatican, but that was fine since the hotel is an easy 10 minute walk from the train station.

Guest name: Sacha Denison, USA

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Group

stayed in Oct 2006

The hotel staff was extremely frinedly and were always available to answer questions and point out places to eat. I would most definately stay here again, you are close to everything.

Guest name: JG, USA

Average rating:  6.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2006

Nice hotel and very central to all sites.Walking distance from Termini Station.

Guest name: Patrick Myers, Ireland

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Group

stayed in Oct 2006

We will definitely come back to Colosseum. When the triple room we ordered was unavailable due to a broken pipe we were allotted three single pleasant rooms for the first night of our stay. The staff were all very friendly and welcoming, breakfast was very good, and the hotel was situated close to main attractions and metro.

Guest name: Svanhild Kjaervik, Norway

Average rating:  5.2

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2006

Esta relativamente cerca de la zona historica (coliseo, foro, etc...). Esta escondido en un callejón detras de la via Cavour. Es un poco ruidoso por las mañanas pq hay un colegio cerca y el empedrado de la carretera hace que las troleys te despierten. Lo mejor la cercania al foro romano. No esta mal pero no es un tres estrellas de España ni de coña.

Guest name: BG, Spain

Average rating:  7.6

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2006

great hotel.better directions needed from train station.great rooftop patio. clean rooms.good breakfast.would highly recommend

Guest name: Dennis Locke, Canada

Average rating:  8.8

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jun 2006

We stayed several nights in three different rooms. Try to get a room on the back of the hotel as the front can have a lot of street noise (if windows are open). The staff was fantastic and very helpful. Our rooms were comfortable and priced well. Location is great - you can walk to everything from the Colliseum to the Trevi to the train and subway.

Guest name: Michael Epperly, USA

Average rating:  8.7

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Jul 2006

My stay was very pleasant. I had booked twice, one for my friend, and one for myself since I would join her a day later. My friend didn't encounter much hassle when she checked-in since they acknowledged my instructions that she will use my booking. Furthermore, they had initiative to give her the double room upon check-in so we didn't need to change rooms when I arrived. We appreciated this very much as we wanted a hassle-free vacation. Location is very close to bus stops and the Colosseum stop of the subway. Quiet street so you don't know that you are actually in the heart of tourist attractions.

Guest name: Angelica Umali, Switzerland

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Group

stayed in Jul 2006

This hotel was more I expected.The hotel itself was fabulous and the treatment above and beyond.Extremely clean and neat. Very well kept. Thank you. Yes, I would reccommend this hotel to anyone anytime. The downfall was a very poor breakfast--cold coffee and little variety. But, 2 blocks down the same street a wonderful cafe Le 2 Colonne a Santa Maria Maggiore,(indoor and out)that served all meals and was more then worth the morning walk.

Guest name: Betsy Lynn Paisley, USA