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Capo D Africa Hotel in Rome, Italy |
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Capo D Africa Hotel
Via Capo D Africa 54
Rome, Italy 00184
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| Rooftop terrace in the center of Rome Set in an early 19th century building, the hotel is in the heart of Imperial Rome, two blocks from the Coliseum.
Room decor is in classic contemporary style, with warm tones of ochre, sand and saffron; all have minibars and in-room safes.
Guests can have a drink and relax on the roof-top terrace, away from the bustle of Roman traffic.
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Amenities | Recreation | Features | Reviews
Capo D Africa Hotel Amenities
A complimentary fitness room, located at the foot of the building’s original stone staircase, includes treadmills and weight machines. Showers and towels are also complimentary; personal trainers can be booked for a fee. The Centrum Bar offers a wide selection of spirits, soft drinks, snacks, and cocktails, including the signature Caput Mundi (frozen drink made from gin, apricot brandy, Aperol aperitif, grapefruit juice, and grenadine). The three on-site meeting rooms are equipped with laptops, high-speed Internet access, CD players, and remote-controlled window blinds and projector screens. Wireless Internet access is available in the hotel's public areas.
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Recreation
A complimentary fitness room offers a wide array of equipment, including treadmills and weight machines, along with showers and towels. Personal trainers can be booked for a fee. Bicycles are available to rent outside the Colosseo Metro Station, a half-km (about one-third mile) from the hotel. The famous Circolo del Golf Roma Acquasanto golf course, more than a century old, is five km (three miles) away in south Rome. The Roman Forum, one km (a half-mile) from the hotel, provides an interesting location for jogging and strolls, as does Villa Celimontana, a 16th-century park about 0.75 km (a ahlf-mile) away, behind the Colosseum. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
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Features
What to expect: Dating from the early 20th century, this white-brick building fringed with palm trees stands opposite the fourth-century SS. Quattro Coronati Church. A wall of black roses by Italian artist Paolo Canevari makes a dramatic statement inside, while colorful art displayed in the rest of the marble lobby complements the lilacs and blues of the lounge area. The hotel hosts mainly businesspeople during the week and vacationers on weekends.
Amenity highlights: The glass-topped, black-marble Centrum Bar serves light meals, snacks, and cocktails, as well as 31 brands of whiskey and four brands of Cuban cigars. Drinks and a light, a la carte menu are also served on the two roof-top terraces, open year-round. One offers views of the Colosseum; the other, lined with lemon trees, olive trees, and rambling roses, overlooks the SS. Quattro Coronati Church.
Insider tip: The immediate area is rich in tiny art galleries exhibiting the work of young local artists; at least three venues are within two blocks of the hotel. On via dei SS. Quattro behind the hotel are a number of family-run trattoria—many apparently untouched by the commercial demands of the area—as well as an old-fashioned chocolatier and an antiquarian bookstore.
A complimentary breakfast buffet is provided each morning. Breakfast Room - Cold breakfast buffet including meat, cheese, cereal, fruit, yogurt, and pastries delivered daily from a local bakery. Contemporary room opening to roof terraces on two sides, with seasonal outdoor dining. Light colors, cushioned seating. Large, colorful canvas by Italian artist Mariano Rossano behind the buffet bar. Complimentary daily newspapers. Centrum Bar - Light meals and snacks, including Norwegian Smoked Salmon, Tuscan Beef Filet, lasagna. 31 brands of whiskey; cocktails including the hotel’s own Caput Mundi frozen drink. Four kinds of Cuban cigar. Glass-topped, black-marble bar. Additional seating around low round tables. Adjoining lounge with wall of black roses by Italian artist Paolo Canevari; additional contemporary works that reflect the lilacs and blues of the sofas and wicker chairs. Roof terrace - Serves drinks and a light, a la carte menu. The hotel does not have its own full-service restaurant, but there are several dining options within the surrounding area. Nearby restaurants:
Crab
Le Naumachie
Ai Tre Scalini
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Capo D Africa Hotel Reviews
| Traveler Ratings Summary for Capo D Africa Hotel
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Overall: 4.88 |
Service
4.81 |
Condition
4.89 |
Cleanliness
4.84 |
Comfort
4.74 |
Recommend
100 % |
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| Great hotel, very good location. Will come back again. |
Overall: 4 |
Service
4 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| You can find excellent Italian restaurants really nearby, not things that you will find in your guide book. The staff is nice. I don't know what the standards of hotels in Italy are, but this one is very nice and clean.
Reviewed by traveler on September 5, 2006 |
| Finest Value in Rome |
Overall: 4 |
Service
3 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| We enjoyed our stay immensely. This is a first class hotel with affordable rates. Do not fall for the St. Ana trick. Go to Old Bear instead!
Reviewed by traveler from Los Angeles, CA on August 31, 2006 |
| Great hotel with great location! |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Loved the look of this charming hotel and helpfulness of the staff. Walking distance to major sites in Rome as well as to nice sidewalk cafes.
Reviewed by traveler from Scottsdale, Arizona on August 23, 2006 |
| Nice hotel in Rome |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
4 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Hotel was 3 blocks from the Colosseum, and close to the Forum and other ruins. However it's a longer walk to other areas. Service was great. Staff was very friendly, offered lots of advice on dinner, walks, directions. Breakfast was quite excellent, and a nice roof top patio for your own picnic. Room was very nice, with slippers and a bathrobe. However, I'm not sure if they ever vacuumed.
Reviewed by traveler from Lexington, MA on July 23, 2006 |
| rome vacation |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| very polite staff , make note ; maids do not knock before entering room , which may be a bit embaressing.was a pleasant stay , and a short walk to the colliseum and other ruins.
Reviewed by traveler from san antonio texas on June 27, 2006 |
| Would go back to this hotel over and over again. |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
4 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Absolutely wonderful hotel. Beautiful modern style. Very convenient to Colosseum and Forum. Restaurants nearby (Luzzi is outstanding). Wonderful service. Great breakfast included. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed by traveler from San Antonio, TX on June 21, 2006 |
| Capo D;Africa Excellent |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Prior to my reservation, I spent several days casually looking through hotels and what I might like; where they were located and what they had to offer. I found the hotel reviews from other Expedia guests very helpful. With respect to Capo D'Africa, I agree with every review, except the one that gave the hotel less the 5 stars! The hotel is lovely, clean, well appointed and the service was excellent in every respect. Word to the tourist . . . of course, you want to have a cappucino while sitting just 2 blocks away from the hotel over looking the Colosseum. However, you will pay 4 - 5 euro for this pleasure. Just one block up from the hotel; and just 1 - 2 blocks to the left, you will find a coffee shop where all of the locals go. Coffee is only .80. It is actually much better than at the tourist traps. Restaurants: Grill & Wine, Via in Arcione, 74/75; Cafe Moroni, Via de Mercede; Antica Hostaria at Via San Giovanni in Laterano, 48. Pasqualin's at Colosseo, a block up on Via dei Quattro. However, the restaurant next door was not very good.
Reviewed by traveler from Carlsbad, California on June 20, 2006 |
| Great hotel in heart of historical Rome |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| The staff were very helpful and attentive. The hotel was clean and charming. Close to colloseum and the forum. We walked to Trevi and the Spanish steps though a bit of long trip. No resturant in hotel but a couple of good resturants within 2 blocks. Overall a great experience
Reviewed by traveler from Little Rock, AR on June 14, 2006 |
| Great Hotel |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Everything about this hotel was great! Great rooms, great area, great restaurants in vicinity...
Reviewed by traveler from Dallas, TX on May 25, 2006 |
| Very Satisfied |
Overall: 5 |
Service
5 |
Condition
5 |
Cleanliness
5 |
Comfort
5 |
Recommend
Yes |
| Very comfortable, charming, and clean. Nice location. Friendly staff. Walking distance to many sites and outdoor cafes for active travelers. We enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed by traveler from Green Bay, WI on May 17, 2006 |
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