Via della Cordonata 6, Rome, Italy | (251) 219-4428
Excellent central location
with attractions, restaurants, and bars within walking distance
Classic hotel in 19th-century building
Pretty rooms with LCD TVs,
minibars, and free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast buffet with
cold cuts, cheeses, and pastries
Breakfast room with views
of nearby steeples
Classic lobby bar with seating
area
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Rooms are smallish and
some have only showers (no tubs)
Fee for parking
No full restaurant on-site
Small elevator (typical for small Rome hotels)
Located in the historic
center of Rome, Comfort Hotel Bolivar is an upper-middle-range hotel with historic charm and plenty to see within walking distance. The hotel
is a member of the Choice Hotels group and has 35 rooms with minibars, LCD TVs,
and free Wi-Fi; unlike some competitors, it can accommodate up to four guests in a single room. Rooms are smallish, though, and some have only showers (no tubs).
The hotel provides a free breakfast buffet with cold cuts, cheeses, and
pastries in a room with pretty views. There’s no full restaurant on-site, but
there is a lobby bar. Guests may want to compare rates with nearby Hotel Britannia, which serves a breakfast with a wider variety of items.
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Scene
Former private residence in 19th-century building
Comfort
Hotel Bolivar is in a charming, three-story, Tuscan-yellow building with wooden
shutters and gray stone corners situated on a quintessentially Roman cobblestone street. Planter boxes line the roof while potted plants and stone pillars flank the elegant entrance, which is shaded by green awnings and sits below a small balcony with wrought-iron railings. The 19th-century building was formerly a private
residence. Today, the inside of the hotel has historic charm with marble
floors, frescoes, and antique decor. The lobby bar has a classic feel with a
wooden bottom and marbled top. Green leather club chairs provide a spot for
guests to relax and enjoy a drink. Breakfast is served in a formal space with a
chandelier and two layers of table linens. A large fresco covers one wall, and
panoramic windows reveal views of neighboring rooftops and nearby steeples. This property is mainly popular with couples, though some families and business travelers also stay here; families in particular tend to appreciate the Standard Quadruple Rooms for four guests.
Location
In historic city center with sights, shopping, and dining all within walking distance
The Comfort
Hotel Bolivar has an excellent central location in the historic district of
Rome, near Quirinal Palace, the official residence of the Italian president (a three-minute walk away). It’s located in an alley with low traffic, but the surrounding area can still be
quite chaotic. Trevi Fountain is within a 10-minute walk, and the Colosseum and
Spanish Steps are both around a 15-minute walk. There are plenty of restaurants
and shops within walking distance, and Via Nazionale, one of the main shopping
streets, is within a 10-minute walk. Vatican City is around a 15-minute drive,
and both the Ciampino Airport and the Leonardo da Vinci International Airport
are around a 30-minute drive away.
Rooms
Smallish, pretty rooms with vintage appeal
Rooms at the hotel have a vintage feel with marble
floors, white and gold bedroom sets, gilded mirrors, and chandeliers. The
combination of decor including gold-and-black-patterned bedding, brushed peach-y walls, and
heavy curtains may be a bit over-the-top for some guests’ tastes. On the walls hang prints of famous paintings by Klimt and Van Gogh, and each room has a small white-wood, antique-style desk. All rooms
have LCD TVs, safes, free Wi-Fi, and minibars lightly stocked with soda, beer, and
wine. Rooms are smallish, and some bathrooms have only showers (no tubs), while others have shower/tub combos. Unlike some city center hotels, the Comfort Hotel Bolivar is able to accommodate up to four guests in a single room, and the Standard Quadruple Rooms tend to be popular with families. Note that space in these rooms will be especially tight.
Features
Free breakfast buffet, lobby bar, and parking for a fee
A free breakfast buffet is provided including cold
cuts, cheeses, pastries, cereal, and yogurt. The hotel has a lobby bar where
guests can order coffee or cocktails. Parking is available for a fee, and pets
are allowed on request. Airport transportation can be arranged for a fee.
