Pros

  • Traditional rooms with flat-screen TVs, stocked minibars, and electric kettles
  • Suites offer big marble bathrooms with jetted tubs; one suite has large balcony
  • Charming rooftop garden provides great views of Rome
  • Caffe Papa Sisto offers outdoor seating for coffee and people watching
  • Free breakfast buffet including espresso and cappuccino
  • Hotel overlooks the beautiful Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
  • Some rooms have kitchenettes with mini-fridges and microwaves
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Cons

  • Location near Termini Station is a bit far from major sights
  • Fees for Internet and parking
  • Traditional room decor is slightly outdated
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Bottom Line

This 72-room hotel is located on a cobbled street in an out-of-the-way spot near Termini Station, overlooking Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore. It's a mid-range option with some classic charm (such as marble tiles and chandeliers in the lobby), but also busy, tacky prints in Caffe Papa Sisto and some of the rooms. Room decor is traditional and homey, and modern amenities include flat-screen TVs, stocked minibars, and electric kettles. Marble bathrooms are clean and suites offer large Jacuzzi tubs. Perks here include the rooftop garden with great views of Rome, as well as a free daily breakfast buffet with espresso and cappuccino. However, there are pesky fees for Internet and parking.

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Mecenate Palace

Location

In central, historic Rome overlooking Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

Mecenate Palace is located on a cobbled street near Termini Station, a bit far from most major sights. It is right next to Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, a beautiful church first constructed in the fifth century (and majorly revamped in the 18th century), and within walking distance of Termini station.

Rome is known as the "Eternal City," and is full of ancient ruins, museums, cafes, shopping, and famous monuments. Some of the most popular attractions include St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museum, the Pantheon, the Roman Forum, and the Colosseum. Some of the best designer shopping can be found on Via Condotti, and excellent people watching and restaurants can be found around Piazza Navona and Campo dei Fiori.

  • 24-minute drive from Ciampino Airport
  • 1-minute walk to Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
  • 1-to-5-minute walk to nearby restaurants and shops
  • 2-minute walk to Napoleone tram station
  • 2-minute walk to Farini tram station
  • 4-minute walk to the National Museum of Oriental Art
  • 8-minute walk to Termini station
  • 8-minute walk to Parco di Traiano
  • 8-minute walk to Museo Romano
  • 6-minute drive to Piazza di Spagna (the Spanish Steps)
  • 6-minute walk to the Arch of Constantine
  • 6-minute drive to the Trevi Fountain
  • 8-minute drive to the Colosseum
  • 10-minute drive to Piazza Navona
  • 11-minute drive to the Villa Borghese and the Gelleria Borghese
  • 16-minute drive to Museo dell'Ara Pacis
  • 19-minute drive to the Sistine Chapel
  • 20-minute drive to St. Peter's Square in Vatican City
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Mecenate Palace

Location

In central, historic Rome overlooking Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

Mecenate Palace is located on a cobbled street near Termini Station, a bit far from most major sights. It is right next to Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore, a beautiful church first constructed in the fifth century (and majorly revamped in the 18th century), and within walking distance of Termini station.

Rome is known as the "Eternal City," and is full of ancient ruins, museums, cafes, shopping, and famous monuments. Some of the most popular attractions include St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museum, the Pantheon, the Roman Forum, and the Colosseum. Some of the best designer shopping can be found on Via Condotti, and excellent people watching and restaurants can be found around Piazza Navona and Campo dei Fiori.

  • 24-minute drive from Ciampino Airport
  • 1-minute walk to Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
  • 1-to-5-minute walk to nearby restaurants and shops
  • 2-minute walk to Napoleone tram station
  • 2-minute walk to Farini tram station
  • 4-minute walk to the National Museum of Oriental Art
  • 8-minute walk to Termini station
  • 8-minute walk to Parco di Traiano
  • 8-minute walk to Museo Romano
  • 6-minute drive to Piazza di Spagna (the Spanish Steps)
  • 6-minute walk to the Arch of Constantine
  • 6-minute drive to the Trevi Fountain
  • 8-minute drive to the Colosseum
  • 10-minute drive to Piazza Navona
  • 11-minute drive to the Villa Borghese and the Gelleria Borghese
  • 16-minute drive to Museo dell'Ara Pacis
  • 19-minute drive to the Sistine Chapel
  • 20-minute drive to St. Peter's Square in Vatican City
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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Babysitting Services

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Business Center

  • Cable

  • Concierge

  • Cribs

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Free Breakfast

  • Internet

  • Jacuzzi

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Mini Bar (with liquor)

  • Rental Car Service Desk Onsite

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

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