Hotel Capo d'Africa—Colosseo, Rome

4.3 (16 reviews) · Comfort
Contemporary hotel with old-world flourishes, Colosseum views, and two terraces overlooking Rome's monuments

Overview

Wake up to a clear view of the Colosseum in the Hotel Capo d'Africa—Colosseo, located just a few blocks from Rome's most famous attraction. Walk to the Colosseum in under 10 minutes or explore any of the city's ancient Roman sites in the vicinity, like the Forum, Arch of Titus, and Palatine Stadium, in the same amount of time. The Circus Maximus is just 20 minutes away, and once you've had your fill of history, take a break at one of the many restaurants and cafés in the historic neighborhood surrounding the hotel.

Rooms are mostly contemporary, with some old-school flourishes like burgundy red leather armchairs and green marble accents in the bathrooms. All bathrooms come with removable showerheads that you can attach to the wall, and Suites and Premier options have bathtubs as well. Triples and interconnecting options are great for families, while those exploring Italy by car may prefer the Classic that comes with parking. For something extra special, book a Suite, the only room with a terrace, which may offer a Colosseum view. 

The hotel stands just next to the Santi Quattro Coronati, built in the 5th century BCE, which is visible from the terrace, one of two in the hotel. Have a drink or bite in this cozy and verdant spot, where you can soak in the sight of one of the city's most significant medieval attractions. The smaller terrace overlooks the Colosseum, which you can gaze at while having coffee and breakfast in the morning.

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +39 06772801
Hotel address icon Via Capo d'Africa 54
Free wifi
Travelers often mention

Summarized by AI based on kimkim traveler reviews

Prime Location Near Colosseum

The hotel is located just a couple of blocks from the Colosseum, making it very convenient for tourists wanting to explore this iconic landmark and other major tourist sites. Guests appreciated the ease of walking to nearby attractions. (6 mentions)

Robert
“Nice hotel with a location just a couple blocks from the Colosseum.”  — Robert T.
Melinda
“Being able to walk two blocks to the Colisseum was incredibly convenient!”  — Melinda F.
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“Great location near the Colosseum; convenient to many of the major tourist sites.”  — Paul C.
Helpful and Friendly Staff

Multiple reviews highlighted the staff as extremely friendly and helpful. Specific mentions included assistance with dinner reservations, knowledgeable front desk staff, and general helpfulness throughout their stay. (4 mentions)

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“The staff was extremely friendly and helpful.”  — Christin S.
Melinda
“The staff was incredibly helpful and we had a great stay.”  — Melinda F.
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“Giuseppe, at front desk, was amazingly helpful and knowledgeable.”  — Brian K.
Rooftop Restaurant and Bar Experience

The hotel features a rooftop restaurant with views of the Colosseum and a rooftop bar. While the views and breakfast were praised, one review noted a lack of patrons which made the bar feel empty. (2 mentions)

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“Roof top restaurant with views of the coliseum.”  — Jennifer H.
Cleanliness of the Hotel

Guests consistently mentioned that the hotel was very clean. This was appreciated by multiple reviewers as a key positive aspect of their stay. (2 mentions)

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“Very clean”  — George D.
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“It was very nice and clean.”  — Christin S.

Traveler Reviews

16 total ratings, 14 with reviews
4.3
Feature ratings
Authenticity & Character
4.2
Location
4.6
Staff
4.5
Cleanliness & Comfort
4.6
Beth
Beth B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Nov 13, 2024
Good location, friendly staff and the breakfasts included in the stay were very tasty! Read more

Good location, friendly staff and the breakfasts included in the stay were very tasty!

Authenticity & Character
rooftop breakfast and bar in the evenings!
Location
walkable to historic attractions
Staff
Very friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
No problems!
Stayed in October 2024
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Anil S.
Ann Arbor, MI | Reviewed on Oct 13, 2024

Location is a very touristy area, and is quite expensive for what you are getting

Stayed in October 2024
Jeff
Jeff W.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Aug 12, 2024
Fine. It checked every box for a city hotel. It didn't have anything great, but nothing terrible. Food was below average for this nice of a place. The bathroom was below average. The location to the Colosseum and Forum was exceptional. The room was average. If we were to stay in Rome again, we would stay elsewhere. Read more

Fine. It checked every box for a city hotel. It didn't have anything great, but nothing terrible.

Food was below average for this nice of a place. The bathroom was below average.

The location to the Colosseum and Forum was exceptional.

The room was average.

If we were to stay in Rome again, we would stay elsewhere.

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Stayed in August 2024
Gail
Gail C.
Daly City, CA | Reviewed on Aug 02, 2024
Hotel Capo d'Africa - Colosseo was in the perfect location for us. The AC was reliable, the rooms clean, and the breakfast delicious. At our price point, this was a five-star hotel; I'm only giving it four stars because there are certainly more luxurious places to stay in Rome! Read more

Hotel Capo d'Africa - Colosseo was in the perfect location for us. The AC was reliable, the rooms clean, and the breakfast delicious. At our price point, this was a five-star hotel; I'm only giving it four stars because there are certainly more luxurious places to stay in Rome!

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Stayed in July 2024
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Christin S.
Athens, GA | Reviewed on Oct 21, 2023
We stayed one night in this hotel after flying into Rome. It was very nice and clean. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They assisted in getting us dinner reservations and it happened to be the most amazing meal we had on our entire 9 day trip! Highly recommend! Read more

We stayed one night in this hotel after flying into Rome. It was very nice and clean. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They assisted in getting us dinner reservations and it happened to be the most amazing meal we had on our entire 9 day trip! Highly recommend!

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in October 2023
Robert
Robert T.
Hopatcong Hills, NJ | Reviewed on Oct 05, 2023
Nice hotel with a location just a couple blocks from the Colosseum. Our bartender made the best drinks. We enjoyed our stay here. Read more

Nice hotel with a location just a couple blocks from the Colosseum. Our bartender made the best drinks. We enjoyed our stay here.

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Stayed in September 2023
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George D.
Canton, GA | Reviewed on Sep 30, 2023
Very clean and a helpful and Friendly staff. The location was great because it was near the colosseum and several great restaurants. Read more

Very clean and a helpful and Friendly staff. The location was great because it was near the colosseum and several great restaurants.

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Stayed in September 2023
Dick
Dick H.
Tigard, OR | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2023
The hotel was generally good, but there was a slight hiccup with the front desk staff. Being on a knee scooter due to a ruptured Achilles tendon, I had some specific needs, which weren't always handled in the most accommodating way. Read more

The hotel was generally good, but there was a slight hiccup with the front desk staff. Being on a knee scooter due to a ruptured Achilles tendon, I had some specific needs, which weren't always handled in the most accommodating way.

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Stayed in July 2023
Melinda
Melinda F.
Herriman, UT | Reviewed on Jul 12, 2023
Beautiful hotel in a prime location in Rome. The staff was incredibly helpful and we had a great stay. We chose not to get the hotel breakfast, but there was a fantastic 'bar'/bakery just down the street and around the corner where we were able to get fresh pastries. Being able to walk two blocks to the Colisseum was incredibly convenient! Read more

Beautiful hotel in a prime location in Rome. The staff was incredibly helpful and we had a great stay. We chose not to get the hotel breakfast, but there was a fantastic 'bar'/bakery just down the street and around the corner where we were able to get fresh pastries. Being able to walk two blocks to the Colisseum was incredibly convenient!

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Stayed in June 2023
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Carmen L.
Fremont, CA | Reviewed on May 26, 2023
So close to everything! Lovely rooftop breakfast looking towards the Colosseum. Read more

So close to everything! Lovely rooftop breakfast looking towards the Colosseum.

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Stayed in May 2023

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Hotel Information

Hotel stars icon 4-star Hotel
Hotel phone icon +39 06772801
Hotel address icon Via Capo d'Africa 54
Free wifi