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Piazza Dell'Esquilino 29, Rome, Italy

Princeps Boutique Hotel - Historic 3-star hotel near Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore

Located on the fourth floor of a historic aristocratic palazzo in Rome's Monti district, this hotel overlooks Piazza dell'Esquilino and its ancient obelisk. The property is a 5-minute walk from Termini Railway Station and 15 minutes on foot from the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, and Spanish Steps. Amenities include a 24-hour reception, luggage storage, and a unique breakfast room open from 7:30 AM to 11:30 PM that functions as a business meeting or reading space. Staff can arrange airport transfers and event tickets. The hotel is named after Roman Emperor Augustus and occupies a building once owned by the Aragona family.

Additional perks of the hotel

Extended breakfast service from 7:30 AM to 11:30 PM

Free international and national phone calls from rooms

Staff assistance with restaurant recommendations and museum visits

Self-catering bar for coffee and tea in common lounge

Free minibar with soft drinks on first night of stay

Accommodation Options

The hotel offers 20 individually furnished, non-smoking rooms with air conditioning and soundproofing. Room types include Single, Double/Twin, Triple, and Junior Suite configurations. Most rooms feature views of either the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore or the Monti district. All accommodations include free Wi-Fi, cable and satellite flat-screen TV, laptop-compatible safe, premium bedding, and marble bathrooms with shower. Junior Suites include a seating area. iPads and laptops are available on request.

Other conveniences

Free stocked minibar

Electric kettle in rooms

Ironing facilities

Hairdryer and make-up mirror in bathroom

Free toiletries in bathroom

Refrigerator

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11 m² 
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17 m² 
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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre
Rome600 m
Airports
Ciampino (CIA) 14.8 km
Fiumicino (FCO) 28.6 km
Train
Roma Termini Train Station600 m
Underground
Cavour500 m

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Room features

  • Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Hotel Location

Piazza Dell'Esquilino 29, Rome, Italy
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Piazza Dell'Esquilino 29, Rome, Italy
Nearby
Church
Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore
260 m
Church
Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and the Martyrs
410 m
Church
Santa Prassede
390 m
Restaurants
caffe gima BAR
70 m
35/36 Piazza dell'Esquilino
Snack Bar Felici & C
80 m
Piazza Dell' Esquilino 15
Gelateria S.M.Maggiore
170 m
Via Cavour 93a-95 Near Santa Maria Maggiore Bascilica
Pizzeria Mediterranea
160 m
Via Agostino Depretis 76
Gran Caffe Farini
260 m
24/26/28 Via Farini
The Fiddler's Elbow
280 m
Via Dell'Olmata 43
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