Standard Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Rome · Lazio
The Opera Hotel
Minutes on foot from Trevi Fountain and the Colosseum, this 3-star stay pairs recently renovated rooms with a rooftop breakfast and staff that guests consistently call attentive.
- Recent refurbishment shows in modern, clean rooms with balconies and terraces.
- Breakfast is served upstairs, with cappuccino regularly singled out by guests.
- Walking distance to Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum, Piazza Venezia and Termini, plus metro and bus routes.
7.8
Very good
529 reviews
Booking.com 7.8 · 529 reviews
About
The Opera Hotel
The Opera Hotel is a 3-star property on Via Nazionale, a busy central street in Rome. It keeps things practical: 24-hour reception, lift, laundry, tour and ticket assistance, terrace, and free toiletries in the rooms. Recent refurbishment comes through strongly in guest feedback, with rooms described as modern, clean, comfortable and, at times, surprisingly quiet given the traffic outside.
The location does much of the work. Guests put Trevi Fountain and the Colosseum within a 10-to-15-minute walk, with Piazza Venezia close and Termini station, buses and metro nearby. Breakfast is a regular highlight, often served on the rooftop or courtyard with cappuccino. Across 529 reviews, the hotel holds a 7.8 rating, with staff and location the most consistent positives.
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Lift
- Multilingual staff
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
5 reasons to book- A location that does the sightseeing groundwork — Guests repeatedly describe the hotel as central and within walking distance of the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Venezia and Termini station, with buses and metro nearby.
- Recently refurbished, contemporary rooms — Several reviewers mention modern, clean, comfortable rooms with balconies or terraces, and some note the rooms are quiet despite the traffic on Via Nazionale.
- Attentive, helpful staff — Guests consistently say staff are friendly, obliging and accommodating, from early check-in to day-to-day requests.
- Breakfast with a view — The buffet breakfast is served on the terrace or rooftop, with cappuccino and cakes singled out by several guests.
- Good value for a central base — At a 3-star level with rates from £87, guests describe it as reasonably priced and good value given the position.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- A very tight check-in window — Check-in is officially only from 14:00 to 14:30, so plan arrival carefully. One guest was allowed in at 11:00, but that appears to have been at the hotel's discretion.
- No pets and little parking detail — Pets are not allowed, and while parking is listed as available, there are no specifics on cost, reservation or whether spaces are on-site. Confirm directly if you plan to drive.
- The rating sits below the Rome average — With a 7.8 score from 529 reviews, it ranks 15157th out of 18032 in Rome and below the area average of 8.7. It's a solid, simple 3-star stay rather than an exceptional one.
- Three-star simplicity — The hotel is a 3-star property, so facilities are practical rather than extensive. That fits the positive reviews, but it won't suit anyone expecting full-service extras.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Small Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Junior Suite Terrace
- 1 King-size bed
- City view
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Superior Double or Twin Room Terrace
- 1 King-size bed
- City view
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General & facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Lift
- Multilingual staff
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Terrace
- Safe deposit box
- Smoke detectors
- Public address system
Room comforts
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Shower
- Mini-bar
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Cots
- Carpeted floor
Food & drink
- Buffet breakfast
Selected rooms
- City view
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.8/10 from 529 reviews
Booking.com · 7.8 · 529 reviews
7.8Verified guest“Recently refurbished, with a decent-sized room, coffee, a balcony and Wi-Fi. The continental breakfast included a delicious cappuccino and a great view, and the staff were amiable and accommodating. The location was close to cafés, the main train station, buses and the metro.”
7.8Verified guest“Excellent location close to most attractions. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom felt luxurious with marble touches. Coffee in the room, a balcony and Wi-Fi were all welcome.”
7.8Verified guest“A neat, trendy room with a balcony and plenty of space, plus good food.”
7.8Verified guest“Breakfast was good, and although check-in officially starts at 2pm, they let us check in at 11am and moved us into a room right away. Convenient location.”
7.8Verified guest“The room we stayed in had just been renovated and came with a lovely terrace.”
7.8Verified guest“Convenient location within walking distance of the main attractions, delicious breakfasts and a responsive host.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Trevi Fountain: Guest reviews call it a short walk from the hotel, with one putting it within about 10–15 minutes on foot.
Colosseum: Roughly 10–15 minutes' walk according to a guest review, with Piazza Venezia mentioned as close by too.
Termini Station: The central train station is within walking distance, with metro and bus routes nearby.
Via Nazionale: The hotel sits on this busy central street; guests still found rooms surprisingly quiet despite the traffic.
Via Nazionale 36, Rome, Lazio, 00184, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-14:30
- Check-out
- By 10:00-11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 14 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
How far is The Opera Hotel from Rome's main sights?
Guest reviews describe Trevi Fountain and the Colosseum as about a 10–15 minute walk, with Piazza Venezia close by and Termini station, buses and metro within reach.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is 14:00 to 14:30 and check-out is 10:00 to 11:00. One guest reported being allowed to check in at 11:00, but that appears to have been at the hotel's discretion.
Does the hotel have parking?
Parking is listed as a hotel amenity, but there are no details on cost, layout or reservation. Confirm directly with the hotel before booking if you're driving.
Are pets allowed?
No. The policy states that pets are not allowed.
What room types are available?
Room types include Standard Double, Small Double, Junior Suite Terrace, Suite and Superior Double or Twin Room Terrace. All listed rooms have shower, heating and air conditioning; the terrace rooms also have a city view.
The bottom line
For a central, reasonably priced Rome stay with recent refurbishment and genuinely friendly staff, The Opera Hotel is a reliable choice. Book for the location and the breakfast; just respect the strict check-in window and go in expecting a straightforward 3-star experience.
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