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Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1”

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Terrace/patio
Interior
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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 291 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Gym
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Roma, Lazio
  • Place, Bioparco di Roma
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Villa Borghese
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Borghese Gallery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rome (FCO-Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the area

Rome

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Rome, within a 5-minute drive of Spanish Steps and Piazza di Spagna. .This apartment is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Villa Borghese and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Trevi Fountain.
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What's nearby

  • Bioparco di Roma - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Villa Borghese - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Borghese Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Via Veneto - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Spanish Steps - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Bioparco Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Rome Euclide Station - 18 min walk
  • Ciampino Airport (CIA) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taverna Rossini - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Caffè del Parco - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cugino - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Marziali 1922 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fra Diavolo - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Villa Borghese Oasis: Quiet, Large Apartment with WiFi, AC, Patio - Palm House 1

Welcome to "Palm House 1" near Villa Borghese. As a proud recipient of the "Premier Partner" badge from the Home team, we ensure the highest standards of excellence in maintaining the apartment and delivering top-tier guest services. Delve into our collection of 90 five-star reviews to see what our guests love about us.

This spacious one bedroom/one bathroom apartment spans 979 sq.ft. (91 sq.mt.), making it the largest of its kind in the vicinity, and the closest residential option to Villa Borghese park. Nestled in a serene setting, it offers the perfect balance of central location and peaceful ambiance. The apartment is just a few steps from the expansive Villa Borghese park and comes equipped with modern amenities including WiFi and air conditioning. Guests should inquire about mosquito screens fitted on every window for added comfort.
With its private entrance, complimentary car parking, and a lush garden, the apartment guarantees privacy and convenience. The patio is beautifully appointed with a sofa, an armchair with ottoman, and a dining table for four, perfect for enjoying meals outdoors.

Located on a tranquil, tree-lined street in the prestigious Villa Borghese/Parioli district—home to over 30 embassies within a 10-minute walk—this exclusive neighborhood is an ideal base for exploring Rome. Major attractions such as the Villa Borghese Museum, the park's zoo, and various art museums are within easy walking distance. Also, the apartment is a mere 5-minute stroll from essential transportation links to the Vatican Museums, the Colosseum, and other central sights, as well as local markets and restaurants.

The apartment itself features a grand barrel-vaulted ceiling and oversized windows that fill the space with light. It boasts a large bedroom with a rare European king-size Ralph Lauren sleigh bed and ample storage. The modern kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, washing machine, fridge, and induction stove top. The bathroom includes a shower, bidet, and a generously sized lighted vanity. The living room offers elegant furnishings, a large TV with Netflix, and comfortable seating. The dining room can accommodate up to six guests comfortably.

This private oasis is a rarity in Rome, offering quietude and exclusivity with its own private garden, parking, and patio—perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring. Experience the best in comfort and convenience at Palm House 1.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private furnished balcony/patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden. This apartment also features complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include limo/town car service and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car available
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 980 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items

Turn off the lights

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Note from host: Please, no children under the age of 14 years old.

Important information

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 cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT058091C2I69Z7DDM

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 USD 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Villa Borghese-fantastic Location-very Large Quiet w/2 Bicycles

Villa Borghese Oasis: Quiet, Large Apartment with WiFi, AC, Patio - Palm House 1 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host was great. Very accommodating and quick to respond. The apartment was lovely, extremely clean, wonderful books and well located, very near the Park and metro. We would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed the quiet location beside the park and the excellent restaurants a short walk away. Raniero was an outstanding host who, upon arrival, gave us the lay of the land and remained available for local knowledge throughout our entire stay. Palm House 1 is beautifully and comfortably furnished and decorated. We hope to stay there again! The best VRBO we’ve ever rented.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
PH1 offers the same location conveniences mentioned in my review of PH2 (yes, we stayed in both due to availability during our stay in Rome). Its king size bed, bottle of wine and water were appreciated. It's a little quieter due to its location in the building but hasn't been modernized to the same level as PH2. Raniero is a thoughtful host so you can't go wrong in either apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Raniero’s apartment was our perfect home from home for our 10 day stay in Rome. The location- very close to Villa Borghese is (in my opinion) the most peaceful and beautiful neighbourhood in Rome. The whole area felt very safe. The apartment was so well equipped with everything you could possible need for your stay. The apartment was beautifully presented and the huge Ralph Lauren bed was very comfortable. The outside space was an added bonus for a city stay. Raniero lives upstairs and was very easy to communicate with and very helpful. Thank you for a very memorable stay in the Eternal City.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lauren r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Villa Borghese was stellar. We have travelled the world and this tranquil abode is exemplary! It is exceptionally well appointed, perfectly located, easily accessible and has everything one could need or want. Staying this close to the exquisite Borghese park was a dream. Truly the most lovely accommodations imaginable and the host is charming, available and attentive. So many thanks for a lovely Roma adventure!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place in beautiful Lazio area. All amenities needed were provided. Comfortable accommodations near restaurants and easy access through the park to sites.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is situated in a prime location and is within walking distance of most amenities. The Air Conditioning and internet were excellent, with lots of lovely restaurants nearby. The only issue we had was with ants in the apartment, despite not leaving food out and keeping the dishes clean. The host responded to us promptly and tried to resolve the issue. I iimagine that this issue will be resolved for the next guest and it was probaly a 1 off issue.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francesca S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Review of my stay at Palm House 1 in Rome

To say that my mother and I enjoyed our stay at the Palm House 1 in Rome would be a serious (if not guilty) understatement. My mother and I spent there 12 enchanting days.A premise: I am from Rome and lived for years and years at my parents' house, round the corner from the Palm House, in via Mercadante # 8, then # 30. My family deeply loved that part of Rome, called Pinciano (which is far MORE elegant than the Parioli). I now live in Cambridge MA, with my family, and wanted my mother to go back to her beloved area of Rome. Yes, we know the area well, hence we had expectations about the Palm House1. Every thing there was absolutely perfect: interior decoration, ho appliances, AC, view from the windows, generous spaces, golden light, extra- comfortable bed kitchen batroom living room, house wares, cleanliness. Our landlord Raniero, and his assistant Andrea were impeccable: extremely polite, helpful, and generous. For my mother and I it was a vacation to remember (N.B. we both are pretty spoiled guests). So much that from now on, when in Rome, we'll ALWAYS stay there. Actually, next time I would check first the availability of the Palm House 1, make a reservation, and (only) then continue to buy the plane tickets. A revealing detail: because of the kindness of Raniero, I could leave behind at the Palm House 'in storage' a couple of useful cumbersome objects so that I can find them there next time. And the next. And the next. In a nutshell: it was a 6 or 7 stars stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exploring Rome

Excellent location to explore Rome’s sights. High end, quiet suburb and and outside patio is a great plus. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

diane r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful apartment. Great location.

excellent Location. Away from the tourist hustle yet very convenient . Very comfortable apt. Hosts very helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne C., Cumming georgia usa

Liked: Cleanliness

Rome for 9 days

Great rental apartment. It had everything needed. Parking was a plus.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Apartment

Well appointed, spacious apartment with all you will need for a comfortable stay. Away from the congestion of tourists yet close enough to the main sights to walk or take a short ride. There are also excellent restaurants and a supermarket close by too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Place

I can't say enough about our visit. First, our host Hal. What a great guy. He met us upon arrival, arranged transportation back to airport upon departure, and I enjoyed our conversations with him during our stay. The apartment is large and luxurious, and located in a very nice part of town right next door to the Villa Borghese Gardens (which has a very nice and quaint zoo). My wife and I had a great time in Rome and enjoyed our stay. Thanks Hal !!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Away from the crowds and noise

It was a quiet respite from the Rome city crowds. It was expansive and the private courtyard's was idyllic.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W., Portland

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away in Rome

My husband and I stayed here for 4 nights. The property is lovely, the neighborhood is excellent and Hal is charming to work with. The apartment is well appointed, the best part is the lovely private patio. This property is close to the Villa Borghese and there is a lovely, large park for strolling, running etc. It is about a mile to the Spanish steps. This is a quiet upscale neighborhood away from the chaos of top attractions. it is not the easiest to get to everything (we used cabs but it is about 1.5 -2 miles from Coloseum/Vatican but there are close metro and bus stations. If you want to just relax in a safe, quiet area of Rome, stroll to the local taverna for dinner and have coffee at leisurely pace, this place is perfect. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A real class act

My husband and I are a couple of septuagenarians who came from a bike trip in Croatia which was pretty challenging, to Rome which was even more challenging but in different ways. We wanted to be near the city center, which meant being in crowds all day, but have a comfortable, quiet place to come back to and spread out. Hal's place is big (800 sf), and tall (gorgeous vaulted ceilings), furnished beautifully, including a king size Ralph Lauren bed to die for, with good pillows to boot! The kitchen and bathroom were small but very efficiently designed and equipped with high quality appliances. The living areas were huge (by most B and B standards), and one could simply stretch out, put your feet up after a long day of walking, and look around you at the significant art on the walls. We were a couple blocks away from the Borghese Museum, and a couple miles away from the Vatican, so we were able to see and go everywhere we wanted to on foot, though a cab ride would make sense, too. Beware the traffic and crowds, however. It's often easier and faster--not to mention healthier--to walk. Hal was also very generous with his time and availability during check-in and check-out, and arranged for transportation to and from the airport for us. A real gentleman!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful apt in Rome

Best apt of our entire 6 weeks in Europe. Great location in an excellent neighbourhood. Hal was a delight to deal with & the beautiful ground floor apt had everything we could need. Also, a delightful private patio right outside the front door. Can't say enough about how wonderful our stay in Rome was. If we make it back to Rome, we wîll definitely stay here again. 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

deborah h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location and great host!

We loved our stay at The Palm House! It’s a beautiful private location with a lovely garden and patio. We could walk right into the Borghese gardens and museum. Easy walk to many landmarks. Hal helped orient us to the neighborhood and left us with maps, bus schedules and restaurant recommendations. Lots of space in the apartment and Hal had many nice extra touches for guests. A great host, highly recommend staying at this property!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

ambreen s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We stayed one week at this property. Hal was easy to get in contact with. Upon arrival he explained how items worked in the apartment. The apartment is clean and exactly as listed. The location is north of Villa Borghese, be ready to walk a lot. There were trams that run in front of the apartment but while we were there, they were not running, It is around a one mile walk to Metro station SPAGNA . We walked an average of 8-10 miles a day while we were there . Weather was nice in May so it was not a problem for us. There are 2 grocery stores about 7-10 minute walk from the apartment called TIGRE or DOC . You can pick up anything from there. The kitchen was well stocked and the linen and towels were provided. Hal arranged transport from the airport for 95 euros each way and that was quite helpful. The apartment has air conditioning which will be important as the weather becomes warmer in July and August. Netflix was provided and my kids enjoyed that as we returned after our visits. We walked to the Spanish Steps, Fontana di Trevi, Colosseum , Vatican City from the apartment. The apartment is in a quiet residential area so very safe and peaceful. There is a washer in the apartment which was helpful. Overall recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise and Robert D.

Liked: Cleanliness

5 day stay in Rome

Well located in a lovely, quiet and safe neighbourhood. A few minutes from the beautiful Villa Borgheze and close to bus transport to Termini. The apartment was everything we hoped for. Spacious and beautifully decorated. We loved having breakfast in the outdoor space each morning. The security was amazing - no possibility of a break in while we were out exploring Rome. Thank you Hal for helping us to have a wonderful Rome experience.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B., Wexford, PA near Pittsburgh

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful apartment and excellent host.

We had a wonderful stay at 9 via Nicolò Porpora. The apartment is lovely and the host, Hal MacMillan, graciously introduced us to the neighborhood. Having the beautiful Giardino Borghese so close and excellent restaurants, especially the Rossini's, made the stay perfect for us. I hope to return! Carol and Paul
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norma A., Santa Fe, NM, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Apartment in Great Neighborhood

Hal, our host, made our stay very comfortable. The apartment is spacious, clean, well appointed, and located in a quiet neighborhood near the Borghese park. Hal is very responsive and helpful. Thank you, Hal! Norma and KC
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Stay in Rome

We really enjoyed our stay here and would stay again if and when we make it back to Rome. The apartment is beautiful, spacious, clean and well appointed. Hal was super communicative and helpful and even gave us a wonderful recommendation for nearby food that we fell in love with and went to each day! This is a more residential quiet part of Rome which we loved. It is still within walking distance of all the main attractions. The neighborhood is beautiful and it felt like spending a week living as a local. Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W., Twickenham, Middlesex

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely apartment for a wonderful stay

We came for a family wedding plus a bit of sightseeing. Hal McMillan was a great host and the apartment was very large and well equipped. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable, lots of space, great location, wonderful host

We stayed at the Palm House near Villa Borghese in Rome in July and loved it so much. Villa Borghese is a beautiful area in Rome and very close to lots of sights. This apartment has a full kitchen with everything you need including cups, plates, silverware, pots, pans, dishwasher, washing machine, refrigerator, microwave, oven, range, 2 coffee makers, and toaster. The bedroom is large with a king bed and lots of storage. There is a sleeper sofa in the living room, and a large dining table and chairs in the dining room. The wifi was easy to connect to. The AC worked great and it was really nice because the temperature was 100+ degrees while we were there. Even though it was warm out, I drank my coffee on the private back patio every morning and it was just perfect. Hal is a great host and he showed us around the apartment and explained everything when we checked in. He gave us great restaurant recommendations and arranged for transportation from/to the airport. He even had maps and instructions for using public transportation. I am looking forward to my next visit and I will stay there again. This is a GREAT place to stay in Rome.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023