Opposite the basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, on Piazza dell’Esquilino, the Hotel Boutique Princeps Rome occupies one of the upper floors of a historic building. It is a 3-star hotel with marble bathrooms and a buffet breakfast, and most rooms look onto the basilica.
Location and getting around
According to the property, it is in the Monti neighbourhood. Roma Termini station is about a 10-minute walk away and the Colosseum about 15. The Roman Forum and the Trevi Fountain are about 20 minutes on foot.
It is a practical area for combining an arrival by train with visits to ancient Rome.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms are soundproofed and have air conditioning, a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, a kettle and handmade furniture. The bathroom is marble. Wifi is free and you can borrow an iPad or a laptop.
The buffet breakfast includes fruit, croissants, pastries, cold meats, eggs and cheese.
Who it suits
- Couples who want to see the basilica from the window.
- Light sleepers who value soundproofing.
- Anyone who wants to walk to the Colosseum and to Termini.
- Those travelling without a computer who occasionally need one.
Good to know
You can arrive from 14:00 and will need to show photo ID and a credit card. Check-out is until 11:00. It is not stated whether the building has a lift: ask if you are travelling with a lot of luggage.
You will find other places to stay near Termini in the guide to hotels in Rome.