The Hotel Portamaggiore is located in Rome, Italy, opposite the historic, third century Porta Maggiore gate and just 500 metres from the church of Santa Croce in Gerusalemme. The Colosseum and Roman Forum are within one and a half kilometres of the hotel, and Circo Massimo is two kilometres away. Hotel Features. The five storey Hotel Portamaggiore has archaeological curios showcased in the hotel. There is a 24 hour front desk and multilingual concierge staff can assist guests with currency exchange and sightseeing information. Complimentary continental breakfasts are available each morning. Traditional Italian specialities are served in the two columned dining rooms which make up La Fenice and Valentino restaurant. Archaeological relics decorate the relaxed Piano Bar which offers cocktails and light bites to the accompaniment of live piano music. The Garden Terrace is open for coffees, cocktails, light meals and ice cream. The terrace bar has parasols and a gazebo. The Hotel Portamaggiore has meeting rooms for small groups, exhibition space, and express check in/check out. There is a relaxing outdoor terrace at the hotel. The lobby houses a souvenir shop. Bicycle and scooter rental is available close to the hotel, and other nearby activities include swimming and tennis. Guestrooms. Traditional interiors and decorative fabrics furnish the Hotel Portamaggiore's 215 air conditioned guestrooms. All rooms have satellite TV, wireless Internet, minibars, opening windows and safes. Expert Tip. Rome's Via Appia, 700 metres from the hotel, is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, cinemas and theatres.