Exe International Palace

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about the Exe International Palace? It’s actually got some serious character for a four-star chain hotel. I mean, you walk up Via Nazionale and honestly, the building itself isn’t much to look at from the outside – sort of blends into that whole stretch of 19th-century Roman architecture. But once you’re inside, there’s this unexpected elegance that feels more boutique than business hotel.

The location is where this place really shines, and I don’t just mean because it’s central (though it absolutely is). You’re right in Monti, which – if you’ve spent any time in Rome – you know is that sweet spot between tourist convenience and actual neighborhood life. The Cavour metro stop is literally a two-minute walk, but more importantly, you can stumble out the front door and be at some genuinely great wine bars within minutes. There’s this little enoteca called Il Tasso just around the corner that locals actually go to, not just tourists with guidebooks. And honestly? The street noise isn’t as bad as you’d expect for Via Nazionale. The rooms facing the courtyard are dead quiet, though the street-facing ones do get some traffic sounds – nothing terrible, but worth mentioning when you book.

What I really appreciated was how the staff seemed to get that balance between helpful and not hovering. Check-in was smooth, they actually knew the neighborhood when I asked about dinner recommendations (didn’t just hand me a generic list), and the concierge pointed me toward the food market at Mercato Monti instead of the touristy spots. The rooms themselves are well-appointed without being fussy – good beds, proper shower pressure, and those little touches that matter when you’re dealing with jet lag. The air conditioning actually works, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many Roman hotels mess that up. There’s no pool or anything fancy like that, but there’s a decent breakfast spread and the coffee is legitimately good, not that hotel coffee that tastes like it’s been sitting around since yesterday. The Wi-Fi is solid throughout the building, which matters if you’re trying to work or just want to video call home without dropping the connection every five minutes. Overall, it’s the kind of place where you feel like you’re staying in Rome, not just sleeping in a generic hotel that happens to be in Rome – and for the price point, that’s exactly what you want.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $202. Double Room with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $234. Superior Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $266. Junior Suite with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $287. Suite with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $293. Triple Room with 1 single bed, 1 large double bed and 3 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $559. Family Suite with 2 single beds and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $443. Double or Twin Room with Extra Bed with 3 single beds, 1 single bed and 1 double bed for Max persons: 3
• Estimated price from: $187. Single Room with 1 single bed for Max persons: 1

Reviews

• Very good – Richard from United Kingdom – 30 June 2025 (8/10)

  Fantastic location, decent room size, nice friendly staff.
  
  What could be improved: Limited electrical sockets and no coffee/tea in the room. For the price paid it isn't a lot to expect.

• Superb – Parvana from Azerbaijan – 2 June 2025 (9/10)

  Location is perfect, only to Vatican Museum we went by metro, to all other sightseeings we went on foot. The Termini station is also close. The staff were very friendly, the room was spacious, clean, big balcony. Wi-fi was good, our room was on the 6th floor. The breakfast was excellent.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Superb – Chuck from United States – 26 May 2025 (9/10)

  Helpful, friendly staff. Good location. Wonderful breakfast. I come to Rome at least once a year and this is where I always stay.

• Very good money/value stay in Rome – Vincenzo from Italy – 17 May 2025 (9/10)

  Exe is in one of the main streets leading to the Colosseum. It is a nice hotel with friendly staff which offers a good value for money. I am very satisfied with my stay
  
  What could be improved: Rooms are a bit old but still very nice

• Very good. – Daniel from Australia – 16 May 2025 (9/10)

  Property is centrally located to the main attractions of Rome. What you can’t walk to the 64 bus right outside the front door will take you there. Plenty of eating options in surrounding streets after a day of site seeing.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing.

• Superb – Nadav from Israel – 15 May 2025 (9/10)

  Hotel in good location, nice clean rooms and the stuff is very friendly and helpful.

• Superb – Catherine from Ireland – 29 April 2025 (9/10)

  Very easy to locate, near train station and most attractions.
  
  What could be improved: There could be a lounge facility that you could sit after a day of touring and relax with a coffee or drink.

• Very good – Eric from France – 19 April 2025 (8/10)

  Chambre spacieuse
  Big room
  
  Bus et gare proche
  Nearby bus stop et train
  
  What could be improved: Problème pression d’eau
  Issue with water pression

• Excellent stay – Jiwon from Australia – 14 April 2025 (9/10)

  Classic old building, very clean and central. Also F&B ( breakfast) staff were very attentive.
  
  What could be improved: No laundry, room amenties(tea & coffee, milk) miissed a lot😓

• Happy overall. – Md from Australia – 10 April 2025 (8/10)

  Good location.
  Friendly staff
  Good size room
  Excellent breakfast
  Comfortable bed
  
  Complimentary water was provided only at check-in.
  Slightly pricier.

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