Britannia Hotel

Location. The Neoclassical Britannia Hotel in central Rome, Italy, is located behind Rome's Opera House. The hotel is within two kilometres of the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Forum and the Coliseum. Repubblica metro stop is 300 metres away, and the hotel is 500 metres from Termini station.
Hotel Features. A red carpet stairway takes guests down to the marble floored lobby of the Britannia Hotel, which was originally a 19th century townhouse. The lobby features a cherry wood reception desk, antique decor, 18th century mirrors and equestrian themed paintings. Concierge staff can provide information on Rome attractions and exchange currencies. Guide books are available in the lobby area, as well as a computer terminal with complimentary wireless Internet. Complimentary fruit is available on each floor.

The parquet floored lounge bar has leather chairs, fabric wall coverings and fresh flowers. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served in the Britannia Hotel's breakfast room, decorated with Neoclassical frescoes.

The hotel has a computer terminal in the lobby and offers business services.

Guestrooms. The Britannia Hotel's 33 climate controlled, soundproofed guestrooms feature floor length sash drapes, oil paintings and antique fittings. Each room is uniquely decorated in autumnal tones and inspired by Neoclassical style. Rooms have complimentary wireless Internet, satellite television, DVD players, minibars, safes and tropical fish bowls. Marble bathrooms have heated towel racks, phones and complimentary toiletries.

Expert Tip. Rome's Cornaro Chapel of Santa Maria della Vittoria, home to Bernini's 'Ecstasy of St Theresa', is close to the hotel.