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Spacious, stylish hotel in central Rome with rooftop dining
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Via dei Serpenti, 109, 00184 Roma RM, Italy Get directions
Spacious, stylish hotel in central Rome with rooftop dining
Via dei Serpenti, 109, 00184 Roma RM, Italy Get directions
"Condominio Monti is a delightful hotel in Rome's Monti area, known for its comfortable lodgings and stylish decor." - The MICHELIN Guide
"Condominio Monti is made up of two buildings in Monti, one of Rome’s most central neighborhoods. The exterior is unassuming—there’s even a faded old hotel sign hanging from the building windows—but walk through the air-conditioned entrance and things start to get interesting. Local Roman design firm, Studio Tamat, overhauled the two buildings a few years back, keeping the layout of a traditional Roman guesthouse, with all of the rooms arranged along a corridor. They’ve also livened up the lobby with soft green and gold walls, marble tables, and soft armchairs. There are cute design touches, like the shelf of hand-drawn postcards and maps of the local neighborhood." - Maresa Manara
"Condominio Monti is made up of two buildings in Monti, one of Rome’s most central neighborhoods. The exterior is unassuming—there’s even a faded old hotel sign hanging from the building windows—but walk through the air-conditioned entrance and things start to get interesting. Local Roman design firm, Studio Tamat, overhauled the two buildings a few years back, keeping the layout of a traditional Roman guesthouse, with all of the rooms arranged along a corridor. They’ve also livened up the lobby with soft green and gold walls, marble tables, and soft armchairs. There are cute design touches, like the shelf of hand-drawn postcards and maps of the local neighborhood." - Maresa Manara
"Why book? Condominio Monti is a game changer for Rome: a smart, well-designed three-star hotel with big rooms and upscale furnishings—at a price point that, for a hotel in central Rome, is an absolute steal. Set the scene. Condominio Monti is made up of two buildings in Monti, one of Rome’s most central neighborhoods. The exterior is unassuming—there’s even a faded old hotel sign hanging from the building windows—but walk through air-conditioned entrance and things start to get interesting. Local Roman design firm, Studio Tamat, overhauled the two buildings a few years back, keeping the layout of a traditional Roman guesthouse, with all of the rooms arranged along a corridor. They’ve also livened up the lobby with soft green and gold wall paints, marble tables and soft armchairs. There are cute design touches, like the shelf of hand drawn postcards and maps of the local neighborhood.The backstory Italian entrepreneurs Kaja Osinski and Filippo Ribacchi merged a two-star hotel and its neighboring apartment block, turning it into Condominio Monti. Facilities are spread across both properties, with separate entrances keeping the feel of an ancient Roman guesthouse. The building located at number 109 of via dei Serpenti houses the hotel’s reception and guest rooms, while the neighboring block, at number 111, is home to bright new studio flats, with their own kitchen, living room and private terrace. But despite the rooms’ modern update, the architects have retained the building’s original Roman grandeur in the form of the spiral staircase, with its smooth marble steps and comfortingly-worn handrail. The original ground floor laundry room is now a smart osteria serving a menu of Roman classics. The rooms Rooms are a delight: spacious, light-filled and designed to be both practical and good looking. There’s plenty of color, both on the walls and in the furniture, with cobalt, fuchsia and deep purple custom headboards, and boldly tiled bathrooms by upscale Italian mosaic brand Appiani. In every room, the architects have mastered the best use of space: desks double as bookshelves, and open out into drawers as well. Solo travelers can check in to the well-priced single rooms, while the smartly-designed quad room, with its two double beds, is best for families. The suite with private terrace has views over Rome’s terra cotta rooftops and has a small but well-equipped kitchen. The Nespresso machine and Alessi cups were a pleasant addition, but it was the kettle and teabags—a rarity in Italian hotels—in every room that really took our fancy. Food and drink Osteria Oliva, with its small wooden tables and well-stocked bar, is worth a visit for its prawn and pistachio pasta alone. If you’re looking for a pre-dinner cocktail, the rooftop Spritzeria offers variations on, you guessed it, the Aperol Spritz, with views to the Colosseum and the Church of Sant'Agata dei Goti. The neighborhood/area Smack dab in the heart of Monti, Condominio Monti couldn’t be much closer to Rome’s main attractions. Turn left from the hotel and you can see the Colosseum, along with Palatine Hill and the Arch of Titus. The Trevi fountain is also just down the street, as is the Quirinale Palace. The service Reception staff were kind and eager to please, if a little slow-off-the-mark when it came to checking opening hours of local restaurants and sites (we stayed across Italy’s biggest national holiday). For families The rooms are big and family-friendly, but the buildings themselves aren’t great for those traveling with a pram or big suitcases. The elevator starts from the first floor, which means you need to haul everything up at least one flight of stairs. We’d recommend booking one of the lower rooms, where you can leave the pram outside." - Maresa Manara
"Boasting a roof garden overlooking Rome, Condominio Monti is in Via Dei Serpenti in the central Monti district. The Coliseum is a 5-minute walk away, and nearby Cavour Metro Station is 1 stop from Termini. Free fiber optic internet connection is available for guests during their stay. Each phone has unlimited free calls. The spacious rooms offer an LCD TV with satellite channels and air conditioning. The style is functional, with wooden furniture and soft carpeted floors. Studios and apartments are also available. Buffet breakfast at Condominio Monti includes fresh fruit, croissants, cheese, yogurt, and cold meats. It is served on the roof garden." - My Boutique Hotel (en)
