THE BRITANNIA HOTEL, Rome

The Britannia Hotel - A 4-star boutique hotel in Repubblica with neoclassical frescoes and marble bathrooms

Located in Repubblica district near Teatro dell'Opera, this elegant Rome hotel occupies a 19th-century building commissioned by Prince Don Filippo Orsini in 1865. The Britannia Hotel features refined furnishings throughout its Art Nouveau architecture, including a lobby with checkered floors and leather furniture. Each guestroom offers premium bedding, air conditioning, free WiFi, safes, and private bathrooms - most with marble finishes and walk-in showers. A complimentary American-style buffet breakfast is served daily in a room decorated with neoclassical garden frescoes, offering cold cuts, eggs, sausages, and vegetables. The Lounge Bar provides light meals in an atmosphere reminiscent of an English club. Guests can walk to the Foro Traiano, Fori Imperiali, Trevi Fountain, and Baths of Diocletian. The property's central position puts it within 1 mile of the Colosseum and Piazza di Spagna.

Pros

Historic 1865 building with preserved Art Nouveau architectural details

Complimentary extensive American breakfast buffet served in a frescoed room

Multiple restaurants within 0.3 miles including Flann O'Brien and Food Club

Central location with walking access to major Roman landmarks

Cons

2 miles distance to Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica

Inner courtyard-facing rooms offer limited views