Location: Colosseo Foro Romano (Coliseum & Roman Forum), Rome, Latium (Lazio), Italy, Europe (Walking distance from most of important historic sites) View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 5)
Keywords: Very convinient for a family vacation, clean and spacious bedrooms. Walking distance of the most famous turistic site as Colosseum, Roman Forum, Basilica of San Clemente, Navona, Campo di Fiori.
This apartment, Colosseum View 2, is located in the heart of ancient Rome,next to the Colosseum and the important Basilica of San Clemente. To know what our previous guests say about us please read reviews concerning our other apartments listed in VRBO:194822,250871,292195. More information about the apartment: looking out the window, you’ll have a view of the Colosseum and a part of the Vittorio Emanuele Monument at Piazza Venezia to your left and to the right you’ll see the Obelisk of San Giovanni and the upper part of the Basilica of St Anthony of Padua. This location is perfect for those who like to walk in the centre (easily you can reach by foot the main sites like the Colosseum, Piazza Venezia , Fontana di Trevi) or reach any other destination by public transportation. There is a bus stop bus 117, included in Roma Pass( € 25 includes 3 days of transportation free + first 2 museums free) just out side the building’s front door, that will take you in few minutes in Spanish Steps or Piazza del Popolo (the trendy and famous fashion district). Underground stop “Colosseo line B” at only 5 minutes walk.With public tranportation you can easily reach the seaside/beach front of Ostia Lido, where you can spend part of your day.
This apartment,A.C., has been completely remodelled. The owner takes great pride in personally decorating the apartment and it shows. The apartment is elegantly furnished and includes tromp l’oeil painted by the owner. She pay also very close attention to details: bedrooms have double-glazed windows (not only double panels) and shutters to guarantee a good night's sleep, well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, ample linens and bath towels. Rates include the cost of utilities (gas, A.C.,electricity, heating, 24 hours hot water) and final cleaning. She has, and still do, attended courses of the History of Roman Art, which allowed her to get to know the city very well and she will share her knowledge with you at your arrival. She provides her guests with useful information on Rome and its monuments and archaeological.
She offer free wire less internet service, so guests may bring their own laptop and be assured that they need not look for Internet cafes at odd hours to keep in touch with home. She provide a cell. phone (use of the phone is free, personal calls are not included) so that guests can very easily reach her at any time, should they have questions or concerns about the apartment or about Rome itself(free).
She worked for many years in the airline industry as a cabin attendant and she has excellent language skills, including English, but also a real understanding of just what travellers need when they’re renting a short-term apartment in a foreign city.
The apartment can accommodate up to 5 people (ideal also for a large group or family if rented with next door apartment that accommodate 4 people) and has 2 big and very comfortable bedrooms with 1 American king size bed 200x200cm( can be separated in 2 single beds 100x200cm), 1 queen/king size bed 180x200cm, 1 extra single bed, 2 bathrooms with shower, equipped kitchen, living/dinning area.
No additional cost for Holiday or Sunday check in.
Early check in – when possible – is allowed.
25% deposit is required upon the booking. Balance will be paid in cash in Euro at check in.
Cancelletion Policy: up to 90 days prior to the arrival date, the entire deposit will be refunded, less Euro 15 for bank and postal fees
less than 90 days prior to the arrival date, there will be no refund.
Next to the apartment: restaurants, gelato, banks, ATM cash machine, post office, butcher, backer, supermarket, pharmacy, bars, souvenirs shop, tobacconist, travel agency……
Transportation from and to the airport can be organized.From Fiumicino Airport: up to 3 people € 50, 4/5 people €60 with mini van, 6/7 people € 70 with mini van, extra charge of € 5 from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. Driver will be out side the custom with the sign with your name and will take you directly to the apartment.
For small group walking tours, we recommend "Context Travel", which is one of the best in Rome. Special discount of 5% for all "Dolce Roma" clients. To obtain the discount please write Dolce Roma as your referral when booking on Context website
We also organize transportation:
- to Tivoli € 225, 4/5 people, maximum 5 hours. Driver will take you first to Villa D'este and after to Villa Adriana (entrance fee are not included)
- to Ostia Antica € 180, 4/5 people, maximum 4 hours (entrance fee is not included)
- to and from Civitavecchia's port € 160 3/5 people
Clients are not allowed to exeed the number of guets specified in the resevation form, unless an agreement has been reached prior the guest's arrival.
Check in time at 12'(unless there has been a mutual agreement) not later than 9.00 p.m.
Check out on the day of departue at 10 a.m. (unless there has been a mutual agreement).
Clients are not allowed to exeed the number of guets specified in the resevation form, unless an agreement has been reached prior the guest's arrival.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Garage : a public garage is located next the apartment
- Off Street Parking : parking in the street below the apartment is permitted,during the day a parking fee is request, free parking at night and at week end
- Beds
- King Bed : 1 king bed (200x200cm) can be divided in 2 single beds (100x200cm)
- Queen Bed : This bed size is between a queen and king size bed cm 170/200
- Twin/Single Bed (3) : The king size bed can be divided in 2 very comfortable big twins cm 100x200 + 1 twin sofa bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- View/Location
- Monument View
- Communications
- Cell Phone : the use of the cellular phone is free, you can receive call from oversea free,personal calls are not included but it is free for reservation of museums or restaurants in town. You can be always in touch with owners. we are "on call concierge"
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : free wireless internet access
- Other Amenities
- don't need to curry with you in your luggage heavy guide books regarding Rome since in the apartment you will find a big selection of guide books , brochures, maps, anything you may need to organize your vacation and also at check in we will illustrate the most important sites to visit as well as directions
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In Euros)
Up to 4 people starting from €180 (low season), €200/nt (high season)
5 people starting from €207/nt (low season),€230/nt (high season)
Christmas and Easter additional 10%. Minimum 5/nt low season 7/nt high season
rates in Usa $ depend of exchange rate.
August only weekly bookings
Low season: Jan 7-Feb 29/ Nov 16 - Dec 22
visit our other properties listed: 194822,250871,292195,280259
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Jan/Feb Best Year's Rates Colosseum Apt for Family Free Wifi
Year Purchased: 2001
Why the Owner Chose Colosseo Foro Romano (Coliseum & Roman Forum)
The apartment is located next to the one of most visited historical site in the wolrd: The Colossum. The Colosseum or Flavian Amphitheater was begun by Vespasian, inaugurated by Titus in 80 A.D. and completed by Domitian. Located on marshy land between the Esquiline and Caelian Hills, it was the first permanent amphitheater to be built in Rome. Its monumental size and grandeur as well as its practical and efficient organization for producing spectacles and controlling the large crowds make it one of the great architectural monuments achieved by the ancient Romans. In few minutes walking from the apartment you will be "catapulted" back 2000 years ago.
The cathedral church of the Diocese of Rome and the official ecclesiastical seat of the Bishop of Rome, who is the Pope.
Domus Aurea was built by the Emperor, Nero, in the heart of ancient Rome, after the great fire in 64 AD
Known for being the home of Michelangelo's statue of Moses, part of the tomb of Pope Julius II.
is the largest Roman Catholic Marian church in Rome The mosaics found in Santa Maria Maggiore are not just incredibly beautiful works of Late Antique art; they are also one of the oldest representations of the Virgin Mary in Christian Late Antiquity.
It accommodates the sculpture (republican, empire and late empire) and coin/jewelry collections.
Owner's Map of Colosseo Foro Romano (Coliseum & Roman Forum)
Natalia worked as a flight attendant (cabin crew) for Alitalia Airlines from 1970 to 1995. Prior to her work at Alitalia, she lived for more than a year in London, studying and working in a tourist agency. She speaks excellent English, understands and speaks Spanish and can "get by" in French.
The twenty-five years she spent traveling from one country to another gave her an opportunity to learn about the ways and customs of many countries and enhanced her natural predisposition for interpersonal relationships; she always succeeds in establishing an immediate, friendly relationship with her guests.
Since 1995, she has attended the "Academy of Decorative Arts", discovering a hidden talent for painting and decorating that she never imagined before. She now puts this talent to use personally decorating her apartments. In fact, the tiles in the kitchens and the tabletops in the dining areas of her apartments are all hand painted as well as the tromp l'oeil paintings, which gives each apartment a unique touch.
In the last 4 years she has attended courses of the History of Roman Art, which allowed her to get to know the city on a new level. She provides her guests with useful information on Rome and its monuments and archaeological sites.
Walter worked as flight engineer for Alitalia Airlines from 1965 to 1997 and is now giving great support to Natalia. He also loves art and history and he continues to attend courses on the History of Roman Art.
Property Photos
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- 2nd bedroom with kingsize bed - Rome Vacation Rental
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- bedroom with Queen/Kingsize bed - Rome Vacation Rental
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- 2° bedroom
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- living area and dining corner
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- The Roman Forum at few steps from the apartment
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- kitchen corner
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- view from the window with the view of Colosseum
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- 1° bathroom
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- tromp l'oeil by the owner
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- Natalia and Walter: your hosts
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- 2° bathroom
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- Via S. Giovanni in Laterano/building
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- living/dinning corner
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- 2 bedroom/ twins beds
Traveler Reviews (23)
Nana
Guest: Lin
(Ona, West Virginia, USA )
Date of Stay: 09/15/11
Review Submitted: 02/06/12
We had a lovely stay at Colosseum View 2. Natalia & Walter were so easy to work with. They answered all of our questions & even arranged transportation for us to and from the airport. Natalia was there to welcome us when we arrived at the apartment. She gave us maps & tips on sights to see, restaurants & tips on navigating Rome, which were very helpful & appreciated. The apartment was lovely, clean, comfortable & very convenient, within walking distance of the Colosseum. If in Rome again, we will definitely stay at Colosseum View 2.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Terrific!
Guest: Martin, Beth, Ellen, Keith
(North Carolina, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/16/11
Review Submitted: 01/16/12
Our family had a wonderful time during our vacation in Italy in June 2011. The apartment in Rome was our home base for 9 days, and we got the full Roman experience. Walter & Natalia were gracious hosts and quick to answer any questions. We highly recommend their properties.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great Apartment Near the Colosseum
Guest: Brian
(Boston, MA, USA)
Date of Stay: 07/11/11
Review Submitted: 01/13/12
My family had a very delightful stay at this apartment last July, 2011. It is within walking distance to the Colosseum and public transportation. It was very comfortable and nicely decorated with wall paintings by the talented owner. I would highly recommend staying here as a base for sight-seeing in Rome.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Family of Five Adults Found a Delightful Home Away from Home during a Busy, Sightseeing Week in Rome
Guest: Nancy and family
(Minneapolis, MN, USA, Washington DC, Osaka Japan)
Date of Stay: 12/27/11
Review Submitted: 01/11/12
We spent a lot of time looking at the apt ads on VRBO and then labored over a decision between a final two...and we are so glad we picked this one! Apt description is accurate. The location is awesome...major sites (the Colosseum, Roman Forum, San Clemente, San Giovanni in Laterano, Scala Santa, + many more) are within blocks, bus is right outside the door, subway a couple blocks away, restaurants, grocery stores, ATM, gelato are all in the neighborhood. The apartment is clean, quiet (the shutters & double windows do wonders to block out street noise!), well stocked with all you need (towels, kitchen supplies, guide books, maps, washer), perhaps slightly smaller than pictures look, up 2 easy flights of stairs. We felt safe, both in apt & in neighborhood. Most of all, the hosts, Natalia and Walter, were gracious and helpful. Immediately upon arrival, they oriented us by map to where everything was, so we felt confident venturing out. The restaurants they recommended (ranging in prices) were always our favorites...be sure to try Li Rioni (best pizza), Trattoria Pizzeria Luzzi (quite inexpensive), Hostario Isidoro, and Naumachia Ristorante. We took their recommendation of Context Travel and booked a walking tour of the Vatican. We suggest doing that early in your stay since it gives a good background in understanding the history, art, and sculpture you will see elsewhere in the city (you can reserve a tour online; recommend you do so 1-2 weeks before your trip). We also arranged, thru W&N, for transport to/from the airport...well worth the money! They were available by phone to answer our questions and respond to our needs. Probably most touching...our stay included New Year's Eve and they contacted us two weeks prior and offered to make reservations for us at a nice restaurant and then surprised us by leaving some goodies in the apartment for the holiday celebration. We recommend the Roma Pass, if for no other reason, it allows you to bypass long lines. We preferred to do a lot of walking as it gave us a chance to really get a feel for the people, shops, and the little surprises (lemon and tangerine trees in winter?!?) that come up. Also found the Eyewitness Travel Guide to be the most helpful. One warning about Rome in general...be sure to check bills before paying...four times we were overcharged by 5-10%. We had a fun and memorable family vacation, due in large part to the hospitality of Walter and Natalia and their cozy apt! Enjoy Roma!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Martin, Beth, Ellen, & Keith (North Carolina, USA)
Guest: Martin, Beth, Ellen, Keith
(North Carolina, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/16/11
Review Submitted: 07/02/11
This was the trip of a lifetime for our whole family. Walter & Natalia arranged our driver from/to the airport. They were waiting for us at the apartment with maps, advice, and answers to our questions. The apartment was comfortable and in a great location, especially because we were most interested in ancient Rome (Colosseum, Forum, churches). There were grocery stores and other shopping right along Via di San Giovanni in Laterano. One evening we were walking home from the Metro, and discovered that the Pope was conducting Mass in the Cathedral di San Giovanni in Laterano, almost at our doorstep! Walter and Natalia were available via cell phone and email throughout our stay. We highly recommend choosing one of their properties for your visit to Rome.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Lovely Apartment in Rome
Guest: Sandy and Rob
(Los Altos, California)
Date of Stay: 06/08/10
Review Submitted: 06/27/10
We had a fantastic time in Rome. The apartment we rented from Natalia and Valter was wonderful. It was in a great location, very convenient and comfortable for my family. They provided us with advice and maps on things to do and see in Rome and even provided us with an Italian breakfast for our first morning in Rome. It really made us feel at home! We would definitely recommend their apartments and stay here again.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Rome in February 2010
Guest: Katherine Michniewicz
(Encinitas, California)
Date of Stay: 02/12/10
Review Submitted: 06/14/10
Sorry we couldn't meet you Natalie and Walter. Your friend was very nice!! My husband, 7 year old son, mother-in-law and I had a wonderful time and the apartment worked very well for us. It was clean, safe and is centrally located to EVERYTHING! We walked to all the major sites that we wanted to see and only took the metro to get to the Vatican. With a wireless internet and cell phone, we were able to keep in contact with people abroad and make local calls if needed. We hope to return again and we highly recommend this place!! Ciao!! Katherine, Joe, Jeffrey & Alice
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Cathy, Jhon, Evelyn, Roger
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Date of Stay: 10/20/08
Review Submitted: 10/20/08
Thank you so much for the use of your beautiful apartment. We felt "at home" immediately. If we are lucky enough to return to Rome, we will definitely try to stay in one of Walter and Natalia lovely apartments.
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Guest: Bruce, Christy, Jackie
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Date of Stay: 10/20/08
Review Submitted: 10/20/08
Natalia, the apartment was great for my husband and daughter. This is a great location and safe area. I felt like I was at home. We loved being right between the Colosseum, Roman Forum and the Basilica of San Giovanni. Your recommendations were helpful ..We hope to return next year and stay with you.
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Guest: Grethe, Robert, Steven, Brigit
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Date of Stay: 10/20/08
Review Submitted: 10/20/08
Dear Natalia, Thank you for a wonderful week in your apartment. We have enjoyed it very much: the heart of Rome: Colosseo, San Giovanni in Laterano, San Clemente, Scala Santa, Santa Maria Maggiore were a great experience: There are so many interesting places to see in Rome and we should come again an another time. We also found it nice in those warm days to come back to a nice apartment with air conditioning.
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