Your stay — All'Orologio
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The Property — All'Orologio
A small 3-star off Piazza della Rotonda, its lobby smells of old paper and polished wood. The USP is the rooftop terrace that puts the Pantheon’s dome at eye level — you drink coffee with emperors. It suits travellers who trade space for location: the rooms are compact, but you step out into the Roman Forum’s backyard.
Chronicles of Rome
Rome was founded in 753 BC on the Palatine Hill, grew into a republic, then an empire that ruled the Mediterranean. Its architecture layers Imperial concrete, Renaissance palazzi and Baroque churches — the Pantheon survives because it became a church. Contemporary Rome is a chaotic, magnificent palimpsest: ancient ruins next to scooter-choked piazzas, with a café culture that predates espresso.
Best Time to Visit
Full Rome guide →Best months
April–May and September–October: temperatures sit 20–25°C, crowds are thinner than high summer, and you can walk the Forum without roasting or queueing for hours.
Peak / festival surge
July–August: heat hits 35°C plus humidity, the city is packed with tourists and prices for this hotel double. Events like the Festa de’ Noantri (mid-July in Trastevere) fill rooms further.
Budget shoulder season
November and February: rain risk but discounts of 30–40%, fewer tourists, and milder days (10–15°C) are fine for walking. Avoid December–January which is peak Christmas/New Year.
Weather & packing
Rome in July is a dry oven with violent afternoon thunderstorms — rain often evaporates before it soaks you. Pack a thin linen jacket that doubles as a sun shield and an umbrella small enough for a crossbody bag.
Live City Briefing — Rome
- The Colosseum now requires mandatory timed entry bookings 7 days ahead — no walk-ins. Book via the official CoopCulture site or risk a two-hour queue at the entrance.
- Metro Line C expansion is testing 24/7 service on weekends in July; expect intermittent closures on Line A (which serves Termini and the Vatican). Check ATAC’s app before moving.
- New pedestrian zone on Via dei Fori Imperiali is now permanent — cars are banned 24/7, making the walk from Colosseum to Piazza Venezia much quieter.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to All'Orologio, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building (courtyard side) – these floors are high enough to cut street-level racket and the courtyard orientation means you won't hear the Via dei Banchi Nuovi traffic. The lift reaches the 4th floor, so you avoid stairs with luggage until the top floor.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the 1st floor directly facing the street – Via dei Banchi Nuovi is a narrow, busy lane with scooter and pedestrian noise until late, and ground-level rooms get the worst of it. Also avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor – it’s an older 3-star building, so lifts can be rickety and audible.
Best views
Rooms at the back of the hotel overlook a small internal courtyard – you get a sliver of Roman rooftops and sky, not the grand vista but far more peaceful. Street-facing rooms just see the busy alley and opposite building walls, so not worth the noise trade-off.
Quietest floors
3rd and 4th floors – these are above the street-level hubbub and below the penthouse (if any) which might have roof-terrace noise. The lift stops at the 4th, so the 3rd is a solid bet for quiet without stairs.
🔊 Noise notes
Via dei Banchi Nuovi is a narrow medieval street connecting to Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, so scooter traffic is constant until midnight. Nearby restaurants (Trastevere is 5-10 mins walk) mean delivery vans and late-night chatter. The hotel’s lobby and breakfast area are on the ground floor, so early morning clatter from staff setting up can travel up the stairs.
Insider tips
1. Check-in: the hotel often doesn't have 24-hour reception – if arriving after 9pm, call ahead to arrange key collection. 2. Parking: none on-site; the nearest garage is at Piazza della Cancelleria (about 8 mins walk) – ask for a discount voucher at check-in, some front desks have a deal.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — All'Orologio
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Speeds around 20 Mbps download. No login or password needed.
One small lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers delivered. No digital newsstand. The building is a former 17th-century clockmaker’s shop with a historic clock on the facade.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Early bag drop available from 10:00. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €30 (subject to availability).
Complimentary luggage storage for same-day arrivals and departures. No charge.
Step-free access via a side ramp at the main entrance. Lift to all floors. Room doors standard width. No adapted bathrooms or grab rails.
No on-site parking. Nearest public garage: Garage dei Coronari, Via dei Coronari 251, €35 per 24 hours. No EV charging on site.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €6 per person per night, up to 10 nights, children under 10 exempt.
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment taken at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Cappella del transito di Santa Caterina da Siena (234 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Basilica di Sant'Andrea della Valle (256 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Basilica di Santa Maria sopra Minerva (423 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Sant'Ignazio di Loyola a Campo Marzio (594 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Giardino Luigi Bigiarelli — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Museo di Roma — 193 m · ~2 min walk
Teatro Rossini — 237 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
UniCredit Bank — 241 m · ~3 min walk
Parafarmacia — 181 m · ~2 min walk
Carrefour Express — 198 m · ~2 min walk
Sant'Angelo — 889 m · ~11 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (Bancomat) for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau exchanges that charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard contactless is widely accepted; Amex less so. Small cafes and markets may require cash under €10.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxis, leave small change (€1-2) at restaurants if service was good, and €1-2 per bag for hotel porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at the bar counter: around €1.00-1.20.
Pizza al taglio (by slice) or a panino from a bakery: about €5-8.
A pasta or pizza main at an ordinary trattoria: around €10-15.
Via dei Banchi Nuovi and neighbouring side streets have takeaway pizza, supplì (rice balls), and sandwich spots; browse the area around Campo de' Fiori market for cheap eats.
Conad, Carrefour Express, and Coop are common chain supermarkets nearby.
Via Cola di Rienzo (0.5km north) has mid-range high-street chains like H&M, Zara and Bershka; markets like Porta Portese on Sundays (2km south) for second-hand.
Single metro/bus ticket: €1.50 (100 min). Daily pass: €7. Budget from airport: €7 terravision bus or €14 regional train (Leonardo Express €14) to Termini then metro/bus.
Buy water at supermarkets (€0.30) not tourist kiosks. Eat away from major piazzas and main thoroughfares. Use free public water fountains (nasoni) to refill bottles.
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Emergency Contacts
RomeIn Rome, Italy, dial 112 (Carabinieri - military police) or 113 (Polizia di Stato - national police) for police emergencies. For medical emergencies, call 118 for ambulance services. Fire emergencies should be reported to 115. All numbers are available 24/7. English-speaking operators are often available at 112.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Rome, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at All'Orologio
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · UniCredit Bank — 241 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Parafarmacia — 181 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Throughout Rome city center → Palazzo Montemartini area (Routes 70, 71, 105, 360)
💡 Buy tickets at newsstands or machines before boarding. Night buses (N routes) serve major areas. Bus stops are near all major attractions within walking distance of hotel.
City-wide coverage: Termini, Colosseum, Vatican, Spanish Steps → Palazzo Montemartini (Cavour/Termini stations)
💡 Most efficient for airport-hotel route via Line A. Hotel's location between two metro stations makes it ideal for exploring. Buy Roma Pass for unlimited metro + 2-3 major attractions included.
Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Roma Termini Station → Palazzo Montemartini via Termini/Cavour Metro stations
💡 Leonardo Express is the quickest option. Hotel is 5 mins walk from Cavour Metro stop on Line A. Buy multi-day metro passes (Roma Pass 48h €28) for unlimited local transit.
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) → Palazzo Montemartini Rome, Via Giovanni Giolitti 256
💡 Book in advance through your hotel or use official white taxis only to avoid scams. Ride-sharing apps like Uber are available and often cheaper than street taxis.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at All'Orologio?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor at the back of the building (courtyard side) – these floors are high enough to cut street-level racket and the courtyard orientation means you won't hear the Via dei Banchi Nuovi traffic. The lift reaches the 4th floor, so you avoid stairs with luggage until the top floor.
Which rooms should I avoid at All'Orologio?
Rooms on the 1st floor directly facing the street – Via dei Banchi Nuovi is a narrow, busy lane with scooter and pedestrian noise until late, and ground-level rooms get the worst of it. Also avoid rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor – it’s an older 3-star building, so lifts can be rickety and audible.
Is All'Orologio noisy?
Via dei Banchi Nuovi is a narrow medieval street connecting to Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, so scooter traffic is constant until midnight. Nearby restaurants (Trastevere is 5-10 mins walk) mean delivery vans and late-night chatter. The hotel’s lobby and breakfast area are on the ground floor, so early morning clatter from staff setting up can travel up the stairs.
Which rooms have the best views at All'Orologio?
Rooms at the back of the hotel overlook a small internal courtyard – you get a sliver of Roman rooftops and sky, not the grand vista but far more peaceful. Street-facing rooms just see the busy alley and opposite building walls, so not worth the noise trade-off.
What are insider tips for staying at All'Orologio?
1. Check-in: the hotel often doesn't have 24-hour reception – if arriving after 9pm, call ahead to arrange key collection. 2. Parking: none on-site; the nearest garage is at Piazza della Cancelleria (about 8 mins walk) – ask for a discount voucher at check-in, some front desks have a deal.
What time is check-in at All'Orologio?
Check-in at All'Orologio is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does All'Orologio have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout. Speeds around 20 Mbps download. No login or password needed.
Is there a city or tourist tax at All'Orologio?
€6 per person per night, up to 10 nights, children under 10 exempt.
Where can I eat cheaply near All'Orologio?
Pizza al taglio (by slice) or a panino from a bakery: about €5-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from All'Orologio?
Single metro/bus ticket: €1.50 (100 min). Daily pass: €7. Budget from airport: €7 terravision bus or €14 regional train (Leonardo Express €14) to Termini then metro/bus.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
April–May and September–October: temperatures sit 20–25°C, crowds are thinner than high summer, and you can walk the Forum without roasting or queueing for hours.
Top Attractions in Rome
💡 Go at 8.30am just after opening to avoid 45-minute queues. Mass at 9am is a quieter way in.
💡 Skip the main Piazza Trilussa at night—packed with tourists. Instead walk up Via della Scala to Via dell'Arco di San Calisto for good wine bars and fewer crowds.
💡 Take a book and a sandwich to the Giardino degli Aranci across the road at sunset—the view over the dome is better than any rooftop bar.
💡 Book tickets online at least 72 hours ahead — the Colosseum is one of the most visited sites in the world and same-day tickets are rarely available. The Forum–Palatine side entrance on Via Sacra has shorter queues.
💡 The natural spring in the lowest level can make steps slippery. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a small torch to read the dark inscriptions.
💡 Book online to skip the queue — the combined ticket includes the Colosseum and Palatine Hill. Best visited early morning before tour groups arrive. The elevated view from the Capitoline Hill gives the best overview of the Forum.
💡 Buy a combined ticket for €12 to also see the Musei Capitolini within two days. The cafeteria has cheap coffee and a terrace overlooked by a 4-metre turbine.