The Capo d’Africa is a 65-room middle-tier hotel housed in a former convent and school that was redesigned in 2001 by architect Harry Gregory. The remodeling of the building shows, especially regarding the use of space: There’s a modern and elegant approach to design that doesn’t sacrifice warmth.
Hotel Capo d'Africa - Colosseo puts travelers just a short walk from the Colosseum and guests at the hotel can even marvel at the iconic ruins from the property's rooftop terrace while enjoying breakfast. The hotel also sits next to the Roman Forum and the Basilica di San Clemente and it will take travelers just about 15 minutes to walk to the city center, so it's an ideal home base for sightseeing. For those needing a break from their feet, buses and trams stop steps from the hotel as well.
The lobby has a black marble front desk, light woods, purple leather seating, and oversize bamboo displays.
Location
The Capo d’Africa is located on a quiet side street in the historical center of Rome, between the Basilica of St. John Lateran and the Colosseum. It's also just a couple of minutes by foot from the Basilica of St. Clemente. Many of the city’s other popular historical sights are a bit far to walk to (it's 30 minutes by foot to the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain), but the Colosseo train stop is close by. Due to heavy tourist interest, there's also an array of dining and shopping options in the neighborhood.
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Rooms and Amenities
When it comes to rooms, Hotel Capo d'Africa - Colosseo has 65 units in seven different layouts. Rooms have ample space in comparison to other area venues and offer a simple decor with modern amenities. The rooms are modern and more spacious than at many mid-range hotels in the city center, getting plenty of natural light. The simple decor incorporates light wood furnishings and shades of ochre and saffron in the walls and bedding, which enhances the feel of brightness.
All accommodations come equipped with modern decor, flat-screen TVs, desks, minibars and rainfall showers. The flat-screen TVs are larger than average (though there are few English channels) and minibars are only partially stocked so that there is room to store food. Lower-level Classic and Superior Rooms lack coffee/tea facilities. Bathrooms have marble tile and shower/tub combos or walk-in showers.
Capo d'Africa 30 - Colosseo, Rome, Italy
Features and Services
Guests also receive access to the 24-hour luggage storage, three multipurpose meeting rooms, a fitness room and two terraces, which travelers rave about. Besides the outdoor space provided by the rooftop garden, the other has several other features -- more than are offered at many Rome hotels in this tier. The fitness center is spacious, complete with free weights, cardio equipment, and nautilus machines.
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All guests receive free morning meals in the breakfast room; it can also be enjoyed on a terrace with a Colosseum view. The breakfast buffet includes scrambled eggs, bacon, fresh fruit, meats, cheeses, and pastries. An on-site bistro -- the L'Attico -- is open during the evenings as well.
For food, the smaller bar offers breakfast in the morning and drinks later in the day, while La Terrazza Bar is open in the warmer months with a casual menu.
Summary of Amenities:
| Amenity | Description |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Free, but some guests report slow speeds |
| Breakfast | Free breakfast buffet with various options |
| Fitness Center | Spacious with free weights and cardio equipment |
| Terraces | Two terraces, including a rooftop terrace with Colosseum view |
| Dining | On-site bistro (L'Attico) and two bars |
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