Palazzo Cardinal Cesi, Rome
About the Hotel
Palazzo Cardinal Cesi is a historic hotel built in 1895, offering a glimpse into a bygone era amidst modern comforts. Located on Via della Conciliazione, it sits adjacent to the Vatican City and key Roman attractions. Guests can experience a peaceful haven away from the bustling city life. The hotel features elegant interiors and provides a blend of contemporary and classic Italian design.
Location
The hotel is located a 20-minute walk from the vibrant Trastevere neighborhood and near famous landmarks like St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums. Public transportation options, including the Ottaviano Metro station and local bus routes, provide easy access to the city's historical sites. Fiumicino Airport is accessible via a regular train service to Termini station.
Rooms
The hotel has 29 guest rooms, each designed with elegant cherrywood furniture and classic Italian decor. Amenities include air conditioning, minibars, free Wi-Fi, and LCD televisions, creating a comfortable environment for guests. The soundproofed rooms ensure tranquility. Each room is a tastefully decorated retreat that allows guests to unwind after a day of exploration.
Eat & Drink
Guests can enjoy an American buffet breakfast in the former Refectory, where monks once dined. One dining room features a beautiful frescoed ceiling, accommodating up to 60 people. Banqueting services are arranged with attention to detail, focusing on quality ingredients and customer preferences. The hotel is equipped to host various dining events in memorable settings.
Leisure & Business
Palazzo Cardinal Cesi offers three recently renovated meeting rooms overlooking the cloister garden, with capacities from 20 to 180 people. Equipped with modern technology, these bright spaces are suitable for various events and business gatherings. The hotel can assist in planning special occasions, ensuring a tailored experience for all guests.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel is in a perfect location, just one block from the Vatican, allowing easy access to St Peter's. The rooms were stuffy and hot, lacking air conditioning until summer, making it uncomfortable to stay without open windows. The dining experience offered a standard European breakfast with a variety of choices. The most outstanding aspects are the proximity to the Vatican and the helpful staff.
The hotel rooms are clean, comfortable, and have everything needed, but they come at a slightly higher price with a tiny espresso cafe view and street disturbances. The service is great and super helpful, although some restrictions were noted. The location is excellent, especially for Vatican visitors, and it offers a lovely dining experience with a good spread of food. However, facilities have some limitations.
The hotel offers spotless rooms and friendly staff, though the rooms are small. The location is amazing for visiting the Vatican, right next to St Peter’s Square, but challenging to get to. The dining options are quite tasty with a good spread of food. Overall, a clean and comfortable stay with helpful service.
I loved the location of the hotel; it's right by St Peter's Square and close to many landmarks. The rooms were quiet despite being in the city center, but some faced a noisy street. The service was lacking, with unhelpful staff and random late check-out rates. The dining was alright, offering a good buffet spread. Overall, the hotel was lovely but had some drawbacks.
The hotel's location is exceptional, right next to Vatican City with immediate access to St Peter's. The rooms, although facing a noisy road, were clean and comfortable. The service provided by the staff, especially the porters, was remarkably helpful and friendly. The dining experience offered a great selection of food but started a bit late. The price for the rooms was reasonable, although additional charges like city tax were unexpected.
I felt like I was waking up in a monastery every morning at 5 am with the noise from the busy road, which took away from the tranquility I was seeking. On the positive side, the hotel's proximity to the Vatican and beautiful neighborhood was a real blessing for attending Mass and exploring historic sites. The dining experience was pleasant with a variety of breads, meats, and cheeses, but the noise from the road was a downside to an otherwise peaceful location.