Quadruple Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Rome · Lazio
Hotel Bolivar
A central Roman base with rooftop breakfast views and quiet charm.
- Quiet yet central location near ancient landmarks
- Breakfast served with panoramic city views
- Affordable four-star comfort with essential services
8.5
Great
1960 reviews
Booking.com 8.5 · 1960 reviews
About
Hotel Bolivar
Hotel Bolivar occupies a quiet street in the heart of ancient Rome, placing the city's major sights within easy walking distance. The 4-star property provides practical amenities including 24-hour reception, currency exchange, a lift, and paid airport shuttle, making it a straightforward base for sightseers.
Rooms range from singles to quadruples, all air-conditioned and soundproofed for peaceful stays. A highlight is the rooftop terrace where breakfast is served each morning, offering a memorable view over the historic centre. Guests consistently note the calm atmosphere away from the busiest tourist routes.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Central yet quiet location — The hotel sits on a peaceful backstreet within walking distance of ancient attractions like the Pantheon and Imperial Forums, offering easy access to restaurants and shopping.
- Rooftop breakfast with panoramic views — Guests consistently highlight the rooftop terrace where breakfast is served, providing a memorable backdrop to the morning meal.
- Attentive and friendly service — Staff are described as especially helpful and amiable, contributing to a positive stay.
- Affordable four-star stay — With rates from 85 GBP per night, the hotel offers budget-conscious travellers a central option without sacrificing essential comforts.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Variable room standards — The rooms and cleanliness rating is 5, and some guests describe rooms as 'normal' or note that only refurbished rooms on certain floors meet high expectations.
- Dining experience mixed — The on-site restaurant receives criticism in some reviews, and the overall dining rating is 6. However, breakfast is generally praised.
- Some find the value less compelling — Despite the low starting rate, a few guests felt the overall cost was expensive for the room quality and service provided.
- Limited check-in hours — Check-in is only possible between 14:00 and 23:59, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Triple Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Double or Twin Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Paid airport shuttle
- Car hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour security
- Leisure/ TV room
Room amenities
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Allergy-free rooms
Food & Drink
- In-room breakfast
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 1,960 reviews
Booking.com · 8.5 · 1960 reviews
8.5Verified guest“Excellent service, convenient car parking, and wonderful meals. The staff were particularly helpful and friendly, making the stay thoroughly enjoyable.”
8.5Verified guest“The hotel was spotlessly clean.”
8.5Verified guest“A good small hotel with a relaxing atmosphere. The location was perfect for catching buses on Via del Teatro del Marcello. Breakfast was very good, with boiled eggs, cereals, cakes, and pastries. Modern facilities and the airport shuttle were added bonuses.”
8.5Verified guest“Fantastic location and the air conditioning was extremely valuable during my stay.”
8.5Verified guest“Superb location – all the major sights are within walking distance, and there are excellent restaurants just a short walk away.”
8.5Verified guest“The central location made it easy to walk to many of Rome's tourist attractions.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Pantheon: The hotel is about 14 minutes' walk from the Pantheon, occupying a quiet street in the heart of ancient Rome. Guests note the calm atmosphere here, away from the busiest tourist routes, even though major sights remain within easy walking distance.
Via Della Cordonata, 6, Rome, Lazio, 00187, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 35 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is until 11:00.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, based on guest reviews, breakfast is included in the room price and served on the rooftop terrace with a view.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed at the hotel.
The bottom line
Hotel Bolivar is a practical, well-located choice for travellers who want to be in the heart of ancient Rome without the high price tag. Its quiet street location, rooftop breakfast, and helpful staff offset average room standards and dining. Best suited for budget-conscious sightseers who value location over interior luxury.
8.5A solid budget-friendly stay in ancient Rome's core.
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