Hotel Genio, in Rome's heart, is ideal for exploring the Pantheon and Campo de' Fiori. Guests enjoy a breakfast buffet, stylish bar, laundry facilities, and a rooftop terrace with free WiFi. The helpful staff consistently impresses visitors.
Located in Rome, Hotel Genio is in the city center. Vatican Museums and Castel Sant'Angelo are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Via Veneto and Via del Corso. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Foro Italico or Stadio Olimpico. Visit our Rome travel guide
Via Giuseppe Zanardelli 28, Rome, RM, 186
What's nearby
Tiber River
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Cloister of Bramante
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Sant'Apollinare alle Terme
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Palazzo Altemps
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Fontana del Nettuno
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Getting around
Arenula-Cairoli Tram Station
12 min walk
Rome Piazzale Flaminio Station
20 min walk
Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl. Airport (FCO)
42 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
2 min walk
Rosamundas
1 min walk
Pizza Ciro
1 min walk
Gusto
1 min walk
Osteria dè Memmo
1 min walk
About this property
Hotel Genio
Upscale hotel near Piazza Navona
A short walk from Pantheon and Campo de' Fiori, Hotel Genio provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Limo/town car service, a porter/bellhop, and an elevator
Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
A front-desk safe, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 66 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A bar/lounge
Things to do
Gym
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
Elevator
More
6 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Limited room service
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed during November and December.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 7.50 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number IT058091A12GE4FK3X
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Genio pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Genio?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Hotel Genio?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Hotel Genio located?
Located in Rome City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Tiber River and Piazza Navona. Pantheon and Castel Sant'Angelo are also within 10 minutes. Arenula-Cairoli Tram Station is 12 minutes by foot and Arenula-Min. G. Giustizia Tram Station is 14 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel Genio Reviews
8.2
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This is my 2nd time staying in Hotel Genio, it maybe old but its clean, close to everything, very convenient. Breakfast buffet is fantastic! I highly recommend!
Staff was friendly, courteous and always available to assist in any capacity.
Nella
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Talin
14 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is in great location within walking distance
Talin
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
6/10 Okay
Karen
17 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was located conveniently and within walking distance of many tourist locations. Our room faced the main street so was very noisy when the window was open. The room was clean and comfortable; however, the mattress on the bed was not very comfortable. Have never ate such hard bread and buns as at the continental breakfast. The staff were all very friendly and helpful.
One of the main reasons I picked this hotel is that the description says it has a gym. It doesn’t have a gym and hasn’t for a couple of years. I always stay at hotels with fitness centers. This was a major disappointment. However, the breakfast spread was very good.
Peggy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
P
13 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quite a dated hotel needs work, was surprised as it is a 4 star rated hotel felt like 3 star. The first receptionist he wasnt very informative however the other staff receptionist were much more friendly and gave some good information.
P
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
6/10 Okay
Elena
6 July 2025
Disliked: Amenities
Great location, decent room, but AC needs improvement
The hotel is very well located, and the room (and bathroom) was just right for three people. Breakfast was good – the eggs were tasty and the watermelon was delicious!
The reason I didn’t give it 4 stars is because it was extremely hot during our stay, and the air conditioning didn’t work properly. With the heat wave, it was really necessary, and unfortunately, it wasn’t enough to keep the room comfortable.
Great Spot close to everything but far enough away to avoid the crowds of tourists. Wonderful roof top terrace with a 360 degree view of Rome! In need of a little paint and polish but clean, and good value!
Breakfast is included. It had a sitting room downstairs. Neat & clean. The room had no window in bathroom and the light was so high above the sink you couldn't see to shave or put on makeup. Shower was a little small for men. Hotel needs a little updating. The view from the rood was spectacular.
Carol
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
4/10 Poor
Johanna
25 November 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I felt a bit unsafe with only a wobbly key lock on my door and no fob for the front door but the front desk staff are there 24hours a day and ensure no one enters who isn’t checked in.
House keeping does a good job. There is no dust and everything is clean. It’s an old building though that needs upgrading. Bedroom wallpaper was peeling and had a mildew smell. The bidet had a sink faucet and the sink had a bidet faucet!
Johanna
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
6/10 Okay
Philip
20 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Needs some upgrades. Bed was extremely hard and pillows were paper thin. Doors aren’t sound proof so we heard people walking in hallways and going into their rooms. It sounded like they were in the room with us! Room and public areas are clean.
Centrally located and staff was very friendly and knowledgeable.
The noise from the road was terrible.The hotel would need updating. The room did not have enough electrical plugs sockets. There was a kettle in the room which was great , but no plug socket beside it . The net curtains which were supposed to be white were grey. Disappointing, I would not consider it a 4 star hotel.
The property was not well maintained. The first room we stayed in had ants comimg out of the bath tub, sink and wall. We asked to move and they sent someone to "clean" the ants which was a sysphian task as there is defintely a colony in the wall. Ultimately on day two we asked to be moved again and they agreed. There was one light switch to control your room. The tub we had had grime and rust over the jets. The cleaning services did there best but you are renting a room that has not had appropiate maintenance or remodeling.
The second room we stayed in was much improved which would have been hard not to as we moved from a room with bugs to a still semi-functional, poor motel room.
Again one light switch for the main room and one for the bath. This room had only a shower but still had peeling wall paper. There was no air conditioner in the second room and the refrigerator does not work - our infant's milk spoiled. There were holes in the door to the bathroom.
While staff were friendly and breakfast was adequate, we have stayed in cheap motels that were better maintained and offerred more than this "four star" hotel. To add insult to injury, cancellation fees would have been for two nights totaling more than 700 Euros.
Please stay somewhere else in Rome. The location is not worth cleaning ants off your clothes and the poor quality.
Location is perfect (1 minute walk from Piazza Navona), staff very friendly and helpful and the property has an amazing roof top patio that has nice sights over the city.