Superior Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
Guest house · Rome · Lazio
Relais Fori Imperiali
A 3-star guest house in Rome's Rione Monti, with the Colosseum and Fori Imperiali a short walk away and free Wi-Fi in every room.
- Colosseum and Fori Imperiali within a short walk
- Bars and restaurants in Rione Monti close by
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms and express check-in/out
7.3
Very good
752 reviews
Booking.com 7.3 · 752 reviews
About
Relais Fori Imperiali
Relais Fori Imperiali is a 3-star guest house on Via Madonna Dei Monti 96 in Rione Monti, an area the property describes as full of bars and restaurants. The 5th-century church of San Pietro in Vincoli sits within 1 km, and reviewers regularly describe the Colosseum and the Fori Imperiali as a short walk away. The guest rating stands at 7.3 from 752 reviews.
Rooms are equipped with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, heating, a mini-bar, tea and coffee facilities and a flat-screen TV; some rooms also include a coffee machine and a bathtub. The guest house offers luggage storage, express check-in/out and tours and ticket assistance. Check-in is from 14:30 to 22:00, check-out from 04:00 to 10:00, and pets are not allowed.
- No smoking on site
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Fire extinguishers
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Location is the headline — Reviews repeatedly put the Colosseum and the Fori Imperiali within a short walk, while San Pietro in Vincoli is within 1 km. The Monti address also puts bars and restaurants close by, and several guests mention a quiet street.
- Facilities score well — Facilities carry a 9.0 guest rating. In-room equipment covers free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a mini-bar, tea and coffee facilities, a flat-screen TV and ironing facilities.
- Helpful staff — Staff score 7.8, and reviews describe the team as kind, helpful and English-speaking. One guest was allowed to check in early.
- Quiet rooms in a central spot — Several guests note that rooms stay quiet even though the surrounding area is full of restaurants and bars.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Tight check-in window — Check-in is limited to 14:30–22:00, which leaves little room for very late arrivals.
- Guest ratings trail the area average — The overall score of 7.3 compares with an 8.7 average for Rome. Rooms (6.4), Service (6.6) and Value (6.3) are the weakest rating categories.
- No pets allowed — The property's policy is clear: pets cannot stay.
- Entrance can be off-putting during restoration — One recent guest found the front door and entrance hall off-putting due to restoration works, though the lobby and rooms were still lovely.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Superior Quadruple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Bathtub
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
In-room comforts
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Parquet floor
- Cots
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services & practicalities
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Key access
Rules & safety
- No smoking on site
- No pets allowed
- Fire extinguishers
Activities
- Cycling
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.3/10 from 752 reviews
Booking.com · 7.3 · 752 reviews
7.3Verified guest“The position is excellent for sightseeing — the Colosseum and the Fori Imperiali are just a short walk away. Having a small fridge for drinks and a self-service breakfast made the stay feel more like home.”
7.3Verified guest“It was a lovely stay and made our Rome trip even better. The double room was inexpensive and came with a safe, mini-bar and central heating. The location was marvellous and the staff were kind. It met all our needs and we would return.”
7.3Verified guest“A cheap, modern room with a coffee machine. The location was marvellous and the area felt good — very close to the Colosseum, the main sights and lots of lovely restaurants.”
7.3Verified guest“The room was cosy and nicely decorated.”
7.3Verified guest“Our room was quite large, clean and designed in a neat, minimal modern style. It could hardly have been closer to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. The concierge is very helpful while he's there, but he greets you at the door and then disappears. I spent just two nights and was very comfortable; it was also very quiet.”
7.3Verified guest“A very attractive place, brilliantly located, with friendly staff.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Rione Monti: The guest house is on Via Madonna Dei Monti in Rione Monti, an area the property describes as full of bars and restaurants. Guests highlight the easy access to places to eat and drink just downstairs.
Colosseum and Fori Imperiali: Reviews repeatedly call the Colosseum and the Fori Imperiali a short walk away. One guest described the location as right between the two, on a quiet street.
San Pietro in Vincoli: The 5th-century church of San Pietro in Vincoli is within 1 km of the guest house.
Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps: One guest estimated these central sights are a 10 to 15 minute walk from the property.
Via Madonna Dei Monti 96, Rome, Lazio, 00153, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:30-22:00
- Check-out
- By 04:00-10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
Where exactly is Relais Fori Imperiali?
It is at Via Madonna Dei Monti 96 in Rione Monti, Rome. The Colosseum and the Fori Imperiali are described in reviews as a short walk away, and San Pietro in Vincoli is within 1 km.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in runs from 14:30 to 22:00 and check-out from 04:00 to 10:00.
Does Relais Fori Imperiali allow pets?
No. Pets are not allowed on the property.
What do guests say about breakfast?
Breakfast is not listed as an amenity, but some guests mention a self-service breakfast setup, and another describes a tray breakfast each morning with croissant, toast, jam and fruit. It is best to confirm the current arrangement directly.
The bottom line
For a short, sightseeing-led stay in Rome, Relais Fori Imperiali delivers where it matters: location, quiet rooms and useful facilities, from £62. Guest scores for rooms and service are modest, and the check-in window is tight, so treat it as a practical base rather than a luxury hotel.
7.3Best for sightseers who want a practical, central base.
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