Just ten minutes walk from the Colosseum and close to the Piazza Venezia, Monti is a hip neighbourhood with great cafes, boutiques, bars and restaurants. Once one of Rome’s poorest neighbourhoods, Monti has followed that familiar trajectory of first being popular with artists and musicians and then becoming as hip as its residents, and now its narrow, pastel-coloured streets are fairly expensive places to live. However, the best hotels in Monti don’t follow this rule and there are some excellent affordable options here too. Our hotel experts have scanned the length and breadth of the area to bring you a collection of their favourite options in Monti. Whether you are looking for a grand five-star, a chic boutique, a family-friendly stay or something for a special occasion — there is something to suit most tastes and budgets. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next city break?
For a five star
- Palazzo Manfredi is a five-star luxury hotel set next to the Colosseum and the Forum with exceptional views of both from an excellent rooftop restaurant. Chic rooms, suites, and apartments are decorated in contemporary classic design. Pick this for fantastic food, unique views, and wellness too.
- Roma Luxus is a five-star housed in a renovated 18th-century palace in the Roman Forum. Rooms are smart and spacious with hand-selected design pieces; the best suites offer a private hot tub and terrace. Relax in the exclusive spa before dining at restaurant Madre. A great choice for couples.
For a boutique
- An elegant, townhouse style hotel with 15 stylish rooms and an unpretentious feel, The Fifteen Keys Hotel is perfectly located in bohemian Monti, close to great antique boutiques and great cafes. They serve breakfasts alfresco in a charming garden courtyard.
- Salotto Monti is a chic boutique hotel with 12 rooms, individually designed and decorated and ranging from classical to contemporary. Think sash windows, wood floors and wallpaper by Fornasetti. The breakfast terrace has wonderful views across the city.
- Residenze Argileto is a contemporary design hotel. Chic rooms boast four-poster beds and original artworks, as well as handy extras such as smartphones with local SIM cards. With a roof terrace hot tub and a spoiling spa, this is an upmarket boutique stay.
- Princeps Boutique Hotel is a boutique stay that occupies the fourth floor of a historic palace. Recently renovated rooms boast leather sofas and marble bathrooms; the best suites overlook the majestic Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore. Enjoy a unique breakfast in the airy dining room. A charming stay.
For a special occasion
- The Villa Spalletti Trivelli is a beautiful Roman townhouse, perfectly renovated into an elegant 12 room hotel. The atmosphere is tranquil and the decor aristocratic. There are lovely oil paintings, Doric columns, tapestries, libraries, a spa, gardens and the food is excellent too. Plus you’re 200 metres from the Quirinale Presidential Palace.
For families
- The Inn at the Roman Forum is a beautiful, 14 room guesthouse positioned just a few minutes from the Colosseum. As well as standard sized rooms the inn also has suites and family rooms, all with fairly classical decor — think fireplaces, private balconies and four-poster beds. There’s also a lovely rooftop terrace.
- Rome Glam Hotel is a stylish contemporary hotel. Rooms have a decadent touch, with satin-style throws and textured headboards; the marble bathrooms add a further sense of indulgence. Suites offer ample living space for families.
For great value
- The Blue Hostel is a classy upmarket hostel that also caters for families. Here the decor is stylish and modern. Superb value for money.
- Amaranto Romano is a six-bedroom guesthouse converted from an impressive 19th-century building. There are some great original features that have been retained, and the rest of the decor is unfussy — think whitewashed walls and original domed ceilings. You’re extremely well located for the highlights of Rome.
- Nerva Boutique Hotel is a chic boutique hotel boasting plenty of style and very reasonable rates. Smart rooms are a design masterpiece with dog-tooth check fabrics and minimalist furniture set against dark blue walls. The marble bathrooms are equally luxurious. An easy choice for a stylish city pad.
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