Yes, the Colosseum is two blocks away, but the special ambience of this hotel is provided by its Celian Hill setting. Many poetic, often overlooked marvels, such as the haunting Santi Quattro Coronati church, the time-capsuled Piazza Santi Giovanni e Paolo, and the verdant slopes of the Villa Celimontana park, are just a stroll away. Not far is Nero's Golden House but lest you lose track of modern times, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi access and a rooftop gym. A cute historical note is the decor of the guest rooms, all small but sumptuously frescoed with "faux" paintings in styles ranging from Pompeiian to Renaissance. French windows and elegant marble bathrooms (some with Jacuzzis) are other nice touches. But the hidden-corner-of-Rome locale may be the trump card.
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