Mercure Rome Colosseum Centre

The Mercure Rome Colosseum Centre is situated in a modern building with a flat, white facade that features interesting accents like long windows that jut out, circular porthole windows, and exterior spiraling stairs painted in chic black. The lobby is minimalistic and modern, with a white-and-beige color palette; marble tiled floors; and large, armless couches in lime green, purple, and gray. The lobby bar is chic with purple accent lighting, wooden floors, large red planters, and stylish white cafe tables. The rooftop pool and bar are the real standout, as the space provides excellent views of Rome and the Colosseum, though it's only available from the end of May through September. Exceptionally well-located in central Rome, this hotel is a hotspot for sightseers and tourists, and it attracts its share of business guests, too. 

The hotel is exceptionally well-located on a main road in central Rome that's in walking distance to public transport, restaurants, shops, and sights. The seasonal outdoor terrace and pool feature stunning views of the Colosseum, which itself is just a six-minute walk from the hotel. The Colosseo Station and the Manzoni Station are each about an eight-minute walk from the hotel. Guests can walk to the Piazza Venezia and Palatine Hill in about 15 minutes and the Roman Forum in about 20 minutes. The Vatican is about a half an hour away via public transportation. Leonardo Da Vinci Airport is a 30-minute drive from the hotel, without traffic. Private, underground parking is available, but it costs an extra fee. 

Rooms at Mercure Rome are compact with well-kept, contemporary decor that's somewhat generic, but tasteful in neutral shades of brown, beige, and cream. The Superior Double (the smallest double), for example, features patterned brown wall-to-wall carpeting, white bedding with brown accents, a zoomed-in photograph of the Colosseum hanging over the bed, and individual reading lights. A wall opposite the bed features a small desk, wall-mounted flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, a stocked minibar, and free coffee/tea service. The bathroom is similarly compact with a vessel sink, wet-room shower, toilet, and bidet. Rooms are air conditioned and include free toiletries, safes, and hairdryers in addition to free Wi-Fi. Guests especially recommend higher level rooms with Colosseum views. While rooms are fairly well soundproofed, guests have occasionally complained about noise from adjacent rooms, the rooftop bar, or the busy street outside. The hotel has only two elevators, creating congestion at times.

The hotel offers two bars, including the small but chic Il Gladiatore lobby bar and a seasonal rooftop bar. The pool and bar are on a rooftop terrace that features excellent, panoramic views of the Colosseum, but these spaces are only open from the end of May through September. Breakfast is available, but isn't included with the standard room rate. Room service is available during limited hours. The front desk is open 24 hours, and the hotel offers concierge services and has one meeting room. Babysitting, parking, and copy, print, and fax services are available for an extra fee. Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel. Pets are allowed, but also cost an extra fee.