Magenta Deluxe Cancello

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at plenty of hotels in Rome, and the Magenta Deluxe Cancello honestly surprised me in the best way. You know that stretch of Via del Cancello near the Spanish Steps? It’s tucked right in there, which means you’re literally walking distance from all the tourist stuff without being stuck in the middle of the chaos. I mean, you can actually hear the Trevi Fountain crowds from some of the upper floors if you listen carefully, but it’s not overwhelming.

The thing that got me right away was how they’ve managed to keep that classic Roman building feel without making everything feel stuffy or museum-like. The lobby’s got these gorgeous original tiles – actually original, not the fake stuff you see everywhere – and the staff genuinely knows the neighborhood. When I asked about getting decent coffee at 6 AM (before the tourist places opened), the desk guy pointed me to this tiny bar on Via del Tritone where the locals actually go. That’s the kind of detail that matters, you know? The rooms are solid too – not huge by American standards, but honestly, who spends time in their room in Rome anyway? The beds are properly comfortable, and the bathrooms are recently renovated without losing the character. I stayed in October, which can be hit or miss weather-wise, and the heating worked perfectly.

What really sold me on this place was the location specifics that you don’t realize until you’re there. Sure, everyone talks about being near the Spanish Steps, but here’s what actually matters: you’re a five-minute walk from the Spagna metro stop, so getting to the Vatican or Colosseum is dead simple. There’s a fantastic wine bar called Il Sorpasso about three blocks away that the hotel recommended – definitely not a tourist trap. And parking? Well, forget about it like everywhere else in central Rome, but the nearest garage is literally around the corner on Via Mario de’ Fiori, which the front desk can arrange for you. The street itself is pretty quiet at night, though you’ll get some morning delivery trucks around 7 AM – just the normal Roman city sounds, nothing that kept me awake. Honestly, for a 4-star place with an 8.6 rating, I was expecting something good, but this felt more personal than most hotels in this price range. The breakfast spread was better than I anticipated too – proper espresso, fresh pastries, and they actually had decent scrambled eggs, which is rarer than you’d think in Italian hotels.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $163. Standard Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $171. Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $180. Standard Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $214. Triple Room with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $248. Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $282. Triple Room with 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Exceptional – Palina from Belarus – 30 May 2025 (10/10)

  The host was very very nice and friendly, property located in perfect location, you can reach Vatican in 20 minutes and Trevi fountain in 15, so it’s kind of in the “middle” of main attractions, close the city center yet very quiet.

• Great location, generally good experience – Efthymia from Germany – 29 March 2025 (8/10)

  What could be improved: Not as spacious as the pictures. Unpleasant smells coming from the bathrooms as the this was located on the old city.

• Exceptional – Jiménez from Spain – 16 March 2025 (10/10)

  The location was perfect! The room is little, but enough for two people as it had everything we needed!
  
  What could be improved: I liked everything

• Perfect location and Miss Sinem is a great host. – Tolga from Turkey – 16 March 2025 (10/10)

  Location of the property is excellent to visit Rome. You have chance to relax at property for short time after long walks at Rome and dont lose time. Check in process was so easy. Especially Miss Sinem was perfect, she made our visit so comfortable and joyful. She was very polite and replied all our requests even some of them were not about property.

• Superb – Jamie from United Kingdom – 10 March 2025 (9/10)

  Apartment was in a great location and staff super friendly

• Exceptional – Lisa-marie from Germany – 6 March 2025 (10/10)

  Host was so nice and accommodating! Would book here again and recommend to anyone

• Rome in February – Conor from Ireland – 21 February 2025 (8/10)

  The location was phenomenal, very central to the main attractions. The staff were very helpful and accommodating and always contactable.
  
  There were plenty of sockets to charge electrical devices on either side of the bed. The shower was also good.
  
  The beds were comfortable and an extra blanket was available in the wardrobe.
  
  Would not hesitate to return and would recommend.
  
  What could be improved: There was a strange smell in the room sometimes. Not sure if it came from the courtyard out the window the internal air conditioning or the large until under the window in the courtyard. Perhaps a Machine needs maintenance.
  
  It didn't last long but it's the only downside I can think of.

• Very good – Ffion from United Kingdom – 11 February 2025 (8/10)

  Very clean room
  Helpful staff and very clear directions with a video
  Fantastic location for sightseeing
  
  What could be improved: Thin walls and slightly noisy neighbours
  Bathroom had a bit of a drain smell but was very clean

• Good place to sleep if you want to be in the center – Simeon from Bulgaria – 5 January 2025 (8/10)

  The location was great! It was 5 mins away from major touristic attractions in the very historic center. The room was cleaned daily.
  
  What could be improved: The coffee machine was out of service for the whole duration of our stay. The pot for boiling water was dirty.

• Welcoming Staff and Great Location – Mattinlondon from Italy – 22 December 2024 (10/10)

  location location location
  and the room was ready early so we were allowed to check-in at 10:30 am. thank you

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