King Room Balcony
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Balcony
Bed & Breakfast · Rome · Lazio
Minerva Relais
A calm, well-run base on Via Pie Di Marmo, close to the Pantheon and the historic centre, with soundproofed rooms and staff that guests repeatedly praise.
- 8.9 guest rating from 840 reviews
- A short walk from the Pantheon and the historic centre
- Soundproofed rooms with balconies in some categories
8.9
Great
840 reviews
Booking.com 8.9 · 840 reviews
About
Minerva Relais
Minerva Relais sits on Via Pie Di Marmo in central Rome, an address guests describe as brilliant and unbeatable. The Pantheon is a short walk away, and the historical centre is close enough that most sights feel within reach on foot. Inside, rooms are soundproofed, some open onto balconies, and the property's guest rating is 8.9 from 840 reviews.
The hotel pairs an independent, service-led setup with practical facilities: Wi-Fi throughout, a lift, luggage storage, currency exchange, laundry and a paid airport shuttle. Breakfast is a straightforward spread of bread, cereals, pastries, yoghurt and cheese, and the team is repeatedly singled out for going beyond the expected. The 8.9 rating sits just above the local area average of 8.7.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Location is the headline — Guests describe the setting as brilliant, unbeatable and perfect, with the Pantheon a short walk away and the historical centre close by.
- Service that guests remember — Reception staff, especially Valentina and Alessandro, are repeatedly praised for being helpful, attentive and kind; tailored recommendations on arrival also stood out.
- Quiet, well-equipped rooms — Rooms are soundproofed, and reviewers call out silent superior king rooms, comfortable beds and new, well-sized spaces. Some categories include a balcony, and all list air conditioning and a coffee machine.
- Breakfast gets consistent praise — The spread of bread, cereals, pastries, yoghurt and cheese was noted more than once, with one guest describing the food as brilliant.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Room list is short and uniform — There are only three room categories, and each is configured with a single king-size bed, so flexibility on bed configuration is limited.
- Check-in window is set — Arrival is only between 14:00 and 23:59, so anyone arriving outside that window needs to make arrangements.
- Pets are not accepted — The hotel's policy is no pets, so those travelling with animals should plan for alternatives.
- Rooms score a notch below location and service — The guest rating for rooms and cleanliness is 8.0, against 9.0 for location and for price and service — good, but not the main reason to book.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Double Room Balcony
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Balcony
Superior Twin or Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Coffee machine
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Lift
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Allergy-free rooms
- Soundproofed rooms
- Key access
- Fire extinguishers
- Security
Services
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/out
- Concierge desk
- Currency exchange
- Luggage storage
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Paid airport shuttle
- Fax/Photocopying
Food & drink
- Coffee shop
- Welcome drink
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Electric kettle
Room comforts
- Flat-screen TV
- Free toiletries
- Ironing facilities
- Parquet floor
Family
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Massage & wellness
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Policies
- No pets allowed
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.9/10 from 840 reviews
Booking.com · 8.9 · 840 reviews
8.9Verified guest“It suited me exactly: reliable Wi-Fi, a coffee shop and staff who helped when needed. They printed my boarding pass on my first visit, which I really appreciated. I would recommend it, and I'm returning at Christmas.”
8.9Verified guest“The superior king room was silent and had a balcony, and the bed was exceptionally comfortable. The location is great and brilliant — everything felt a short distance away.”
8.9Verified guest“A reasonably clean hotel with attentive staff and rooms that felt new and a good size. The location was incredible, really hard to beat, and the beds were comfortable. A drugstore and shops were just across the street. Breakfast was fine, with plenty of bread, cereals, pastries, yoghurt and cheese. Service was excellent, and early check-in was appreciated.”
8.9Verified guest“Very good customer service, with recommendations tailored to us as soon as we arrived.”
8.9Verified guest“The location was good.”
8.9Verified guest“A well-kept, distinctive hotel, and Valentina and Alessandro on reception were exceptionally helpful and kind.”
04 — Location
Getting around Rome
The property sits in Rome.
Pantheon: Guest reviews describe the Pantheon as a short walk from the hotel, which puts this address in one of Rome's most walkable corners.
Historic centre: Reviewers note that the hotel is close to the historical centre and that the main sights are within easy reach; a shopping area and drugstore sit just across the street.
Sistine Chapel: The property's description places the Sistine Chapel within a 5-minute drive from the hotel.
Via Pie Di Marmo 16, Rome, Lazio, 00186, 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 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 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
- 7 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
Is Minerva Relais in central Rome?
Yes — Via Pie Di Marmo 16 is in Rome, with guests describing a short walk to the Pantheon and easy reach of the historical centre.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.
Are pets allowed at Minerva Relais?
No, the hotel does not accept pets.
Does the hotel offer airport transfers?
A paid airport shuttle is listed among the hotel's services.
The bottom line
If you want a calm, genuinely hospitable base in the middle of Rome, Minerva Relais is an easy choice. The location and staff are the standouts; the limited room list and set check-in window ask for a little flexibility. At 8.9 from 840 reviews, it is doing most things right.
8.9Bottom line
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