The Domus Sessoriana lies inside an Archaeological complex, and consist of the Basilica of Holy Cross in Jerusalem and the ruins of the last roman Emperors residence; among them, the Temple of Venus and Cupid, where in the ancient times State councils were held, and the gorgeous Castrensian Amphitheatre built by Eliogabalo (218-222 A.D.). In the Amphitheatre there use to take place shows involving gladiator fights and battles between humans and wild beasts; now it hosts the Monastic Garden. The building of the Domus Sessoriana is divided in two sections.
The Conventual wing, on the right face of the Basilica, occupies part of the Ancient Monastery which is sited on three levels that includes the hall, the refectory and rooms of various dimensions all delicately furnished. On the first floor the rooms look over on the Castrensian Amphitheatre; they are all of a superior category and provided with Wi-Fi. A glazed lift allows to admire majestic canvas of the nineteenth century.
The Aurelian wing, on the left according to the face of the Basilica, occupies a building that extends towards the Temple of Venus and Cupid. It is situated on five floors which are completely restructured and delicately furnished, connected with an internal lift. The rooms look over on the archaeological ruins of the Imperial Villa of Constantine, on the Claudian Aqueduct begun by Caligola or on the enchanting square of Holy Cross in Jerusalem, restructured in occasion of the 2000 Jubilee.
The hotel is offers the following services: multilingual staff, free daily newspapers in the hall, fax and photocopying services, internet station and Wi-Fi in communal areas; and in the superior rooms, PC hire, portering service on request, and transfer service to and from airports are available.
Domus Sessoriana serves a rich continental breakfast in the unique “antique refettorio”. Wired high-speed Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-related amenities at this 3 -star property consist of limo/airport car service and small meeting rooms. Event facilities include conference/meeting rooms and banquet facilities. This Rome hotel also offers multilingual staff, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and computer rentals. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
- Total number of rooms - 60
- 24-hour front desk
- Banquet facilities
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wired (high-speed) Internet access - surcharge
- Express check-in
- One meeting/conference room
- Business center
- Garden
- Luggage storage
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Number of floors - 5
- Multilingual staff
- Audiovisual equipment
- Free breakfast
- Concierge desk
- Elevator/lift
- Designated smoking areas
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Internet point
- Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
- Medical assistance available
- Parking nearby (surcharge)
- Parking nearby
- Rooftop terrace
- Year Built 1800
- Secretarial services
- Number of buildings/towers - 2
- Tour assistance