Location. The Hotel Portamaggiore is located in Rome, Italy, opposite the historic, third century Porta Maggiore gate and just 500 metres from the church of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme. The Colosseum and Roman Forum are within one and a half kilometres of the hotel, and Circo Massimo is two kilometres away.
Hotel Features. The five storey Hotel Portamaggiore has archaeological curios showcased in the hotel. There is a 24 hour front desk and multilingual concierge staff can assist guests with currency exchange and sightseeing information.
Complimentary continental breakfasts are available each morning. Traditional Italian specialities are served in the two columned dining rooms which make up La Fenice and Valentino restaurant. Archaeological relics decorate the relaxed Piano Bar which offers cocktails and light bites to the accompaniment of live piano music. The Garden Terrace is open for coffees, cocktails, light meals and ice cream. The terrace bar has parasols and a gazebo.
The Hotel Portamaggiore has meeting rooms for small groups, exhibition space, and express check in/check out.
There is a relaxing outdoor terrace at the hotel. The lobby houses a souvenir shop. Bicycle and scooter rental is available close to the hotel, and other nearby activities include swimming and tennis.
Guestrooms. Traditional interiors and decorative fabrics furnish the Hotel Portamaggiores 215 air conditioned guestrooms. All rooms have satellite TV, wireless Internet, minibars, opening windows and safes.
Expert Tip. Romes Via Appia, 700 metres from the hotel, is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, cinemas and theatres.
Rates:
105.59 - 220.78
Number Of Rooms: 215
Number Of Floors: 5
Amenities:
In House Dining
In House Bar
Children Allowed
Pets Allowed
Meeting Rooms
Hotel Portamaggiore
Piazza Porta Maggiore 25
Rome, Italy 00185
Driving Directions:
From Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO):
Distance to Hotel Portamaggiore is 25 kilometres, approximately 35 minutes drive.
Getting there. The Leonardo Express runs between the airport and the Termini train station in the city centre every 30 minutes. The journey time is about 35 minutes and single tickets cost 9.50 EUR. The Terravision shuttle bus runs between the airport and Termini station. The main entrance of Termini station is one and a half kilometres from the hotel. Via Statilia leads to Piazza Porta Maggiore where the hotel is. Taxis to the city centre cost about 60 EUR, and taking a metered licensed taxi is advised. Prices are all subject to change.
Getting around. The hotel is on Piazza Porta Maggiore. Romes historic city centre is easy to explore on foot, as many attractions are located close together. The city has an efficient public transport system, including trams, buses, suburban trains, and metro (underground). Tickets can be purchased from tobacconists and ATAC ticket machines, and should be bought prior to boarding. Single tickets cost 1 EUR, and are valid for 75 minutes, covering one metro trip and unlimited bus travel. Driving in the city centre is not advised for visitors. Parking is available close to the hotel.
Driving directions. From Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO):
Follow Highway A1 towards Milano, Roma and Napoli.
Leave at Exit T90, which is signposted for GRA Roma.
Exit at Salaria.