Pros

  • Lavish boutique hotel packed with unobstructed Colosseum views
  • Less than three minutes’ walk to the Colosseum
  • Former 17th-century palazzo with preserved features
  • Unique interior design featuring rich textures and playful touches
  • Modern rooms with luxury amenities like Nespresso machines and Bose sound systems
  • Some rooms have direct Colosseum views
  • Free breakfast buffet includes hot options and Colosseum views
  • Michelin-starred rooftop restaurant with Colosseum views and Italian cuisine
  • Chic lounge bar features Fori Imperiali views and small-bites menu
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout
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Cons

  • Most rooms are cramped and have limited floor space
  • Audible street noise in rooms despite soundproofing
  • Inconsistent service and food quality during breakfast
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Bottom Line

Phenomenal views of the iconic Colosseum are a highlight at Palazzo Manfredi, a chic luxury option practically next door to one of Rome’s most famous monuments. This 17th-century palazzo has mostly modern interiors, and the 14 chic rooms feature luxury amenities including Bose surround sound, Acqua di Parma toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, well-stocked minibars, and Nespresso machines. At the Michelin-starred rooftop restaurant, the view is matched by the food: elegant, updated Roman and Italian classics using local produce. The free breakfast buffet also comes with fantastic views -- though the service and quality at this meal sometimes doesn't measure up. A chic rooftop lounge bar features Fori Imperiali views, and there’s free Wi-Fi throughout. For a boutique luxury option with more classic design appeal, try Villa Spalletti Trivelli instead.

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Palazzo Manfredi – Relais & Chateaux

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Chic boutique option with playful touches and fantastic views of the Colosseum

Featuring unobstructed views of the Colosseum from multiple vantages within the hotel, Palazzo Manfredi is a lavish luxury option offering prime access to ancient Rome. Those in town for a taste of ancient history won’t be disappointed: the views are magnificent and include the remains of the Ludus Magnus -- one of the original training schools for gladiators -- in the immediate foreground. And any guests staying in lower-category rooms -- which overlook either an inner courtyard or the neighboring park -- can head to the rooftop restaurant at breakfast, where the dazzling panoramic view is a guest favorite.

Housed in a former 17th-century noble family palazzo, the hotel itself feels brand new compared to its ancient neighbors. Chic interiors are accented with rich textures and playful touches, further juxtaposing classic and modern looks. Though it’s a bit short on square footage, this cozy, 14-room establishment is big on service. Guests are mostly couples from the U.S. as well as the U.K., Australia, and Western Europe. 

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Location

Practically next door to the Colosseum on a busy main artery and near the metro

Palazzo Manfredi borders the Ludus Magnus, practically next door to the Colosseum. It’s less than a three-minute walk there, and guests can pop over from the hotel early in the morning for a calmer, less touristy experience (however, keep in mind that any ticketed tours must be booked in advance, and the tours are held during normal working hours). Though it’s a fairly long walk to most other attractions, the Colosseo Metro stop makes traveling around slightly easier. It’s roughly a 15 to 20 minutes on foot to the trendy Monti district and Piazza Venezia, with most other attractions -- including the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Spanish Steps, and Trevi Fountain -- around 30 minutes away by foo. Expect 20-minute metro or bus journeys to these same destinations, with at least one change. Both Fiumicino and Ciampino Airports are about a 30-minute drive from the hotel.

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Rooms

Attractive, but compact, with amenities like Bose surround sound and -- in some -- direct Colosseum views

Rooms at Palazzo Manfredi are split into light and dark design themes. Those in the former camp have an airy feel, with chic furnishings in pale romantic hues, while the other units have a more handsome, bolder look. All rooms feature luxury amenities, including Bose surround sound systems, Nespresso machines, well-stocked minibars, Acqua di Parma toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, Sky TV channels, and free Wi-Fi. Room layouts vary, but many tend towards the small side, with limited space for maneuvering. Bathrooms have either tubs or showers, and some have see-through glass paneling. 

Entry-level Prestige Rooms lack Colosseum views, but are elegantly styled and quiet views to the internal courtyard. Executive Rooms have a more masculine feel, while Master Rooms feature direct views of the Colosseum. All rooms are roughly the same size, clocking in at a modest 270 square feet. Suites are larger with separate lounge areas, and all have views to the Colosseum. Keep in mind that, despite soundproofing, traffic noise from the nearby main road can be an issue in street-facing rooms.

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Features

Phenomenal Colosseum views, a Michelin-starred restaurant, chic bistro bar, free breakfast buffet, and free Wi-Fi throughout

Phenomenal, unobstructed views to the iconic Colosseum are what sets this hotel apart from its luxury competitors. Those views can be enjoyed from many of the rooms, as well as the rooftop Michelin-starred restaurant, which serves updated Roman and Italian classics using locally sourced produce. The free breakfast buffet is also held here, and although the service and food quality don’t quite match up to that of the evening dining experience. A chic bistro bar with views to the neighboring park serves drinks, but is often closed to guests due to private functions. Since the restaurant accommodates guests for dinner only, the hotel unfortunately provides limited opportunity for drinks with Colosseum views. 

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Things You Should Know About Palazzo Manfredi – Relais & Chateaux

Also Known As

  • Palazzo Manfredi

Room Types

  • Deluxe Queen
  • Executive Room
  • Marco Aurelio Loft
  • Prestige Room
  • Serpenti Apartment
  • Serpenti Loft
  • Studio Suite

Address

Via Labicana 125, Rome 00184, Italy

Phone

39 (067) 759-1380

Website

Oyster Hotel Review

Palazzo Manfredi – Relais & Chateaux

Scene

Chic boutique option with playful touches and fantastic views of the Colosseum

Featuring unobstructed views of the Colosseum from multiple vantages within the hotel, Palazzo Manfredi is a lavish luxury option offering prime access to ancient Rome. Those in town for a taste of ancient history won’t be disappointed: the views are magnificent and include the remains of the Ludus Magnus -- one of the original training schools for gladiators -- in the immediate foreground. And any guests staying in lower-category rooms -- which overlook either an inner courtyard or the neighboring park -- can head to the rooftop restaurant at breakfast, where the dazzling panoramic view is a guest favorite.

Housed in a former 17th-century noble family palazzo, the hotel itself feels brand new compared to its ancient neighbors. Chic interiors are accented with rich textures and playful touches, further juxtaposing classic and modern looks. Though it’s a bit short on square footage, this cozy, 14-room establishment is big on service. Guests are mostly couples from the U.S. as well as the U.K., Australia, and Western Europe. 

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Location

Practically next door to the Colosseum on a busy main artery and near the metro

Palazzo Manfredi borders the Ludus Magnus, practically next door to the Colosseum. It’s less than a three-minute walk there, and guests can pop over from the hotel early in the morning for a calmer, less touristy experience (however, keep in mind that any ticketed tours must be booked in advance, and the tours are held during normal working hours). Though it’s a fairly long walk to most other attractions, the Colosseo Metro stop makes traveling around slightly easier. It’s roughly a 15 to 20 minutes on foot to the trendy Monti district and Piazza Venezia, with most other attractions -- including the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Spanish Steps, and Trevi Fountain -- around 30 minutes away by foo. Expect 20-minute metro or bus journeys to these same destinations, with at least one change. Both Fiumicino and Ciampino Airports are about a 30-minute drive from the hotel.

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Rooms

Attractive, but compact, with amenities like Bose surround sound and -- in some -- direct Colosseum views

Rooms at Palazzo Manfredi are split into light and dark design themes. Those in the former camp have an airy feel, with chic furnishings in pale romantic hues, while the other units have a more handsome, bolder look. All rooms feature luxury amenities, including Bose surround sound systems, Nespresso machines, well-stocked minibars, Acqua di Parma toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, Sky TV channels, and free Wi-Fi. Room layouts vary, but many tend towards the small side, with limited space for maneuvering. Bathrooms have either tubs or showers, and some have see-through glass paneling. 

Entry-level Prestige Rooms lack Colosseum views, but are elegantly styled and quiet views to the internal courtyard. Executive Rooms have a more masculine feel, while Master Rooms feature direct views of the Colosseum. All rooms are roughly the same size, clocking in at a modest 270 square feet. Suites are larger with separate lounge areas, and all have views to the Colosseum. Keep in mind that, despite soundproofing, traffic noise from the nearby main road can be an issue in street-facing rooms.

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Features

Phenomenal Colosseum views, a Michelin-starred restaurant, chic bistro bar, free breakfast buffet, and free Wi-Fi throughout

Phenomenal, unobstructed views to the iconic Colosseum are what sets this hotel apart from its luxury competitors. Those views can be enjoyed from many of the rooms, as well as the rooftop Michelin-starred restaurant, which serves updated Roman and Italian classics using locally sourced produce. The free breakfast buffet is also held here, and although the service and food quality don’t quite match up to that of the evening dining experience. A chic bistro bar with views to the neighboring park serves drinks, but is often closed to guests due to private functions. Since the restaurant accommodates guests for dinner only, the hotel unfortunately provides limited opportunity for drinks with Colosseum views. 

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner

  • Airport Transportation

  • Babysitting Services

  • Balcony / Terrace / Patio

  • Business Center

  • Cable

  • Concierge

  • Cribs

  • Dry Cleaning

  • Internet

  • Kids Allowed

  • Laundry

  • Meeting / Conference Rooms

  • Mini Bar (with liquor)

  • Room Service

  • Separate Bedroom / Living Room Space

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