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

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Private outdoor patio
Dining room and entrance
Entrance to "Palm House"
Private car park
Dining room and entrance to living room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 491 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 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
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rome (FCO-Fiumicino - Leonardo da Vinci Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

+1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “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.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Please, no children under the age of 14 years old.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rome

Located in Rome, this apartment is in the city centre. Via Veneto and Via del Corso are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Villa Borghese and Circus Maximus. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Foro Italico or Stadio Olimpico. Take some time off to enjoy the health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like cycling nearby.
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Roma, Lazio

What's nearby

  • Bioparco di Roma - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Villa Borghese - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Borghese Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Via Veneto - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Spanish Steps - 4 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

  • ‪Cugino - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Natalizi - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bar Hungaria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Mamma Mia - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Elio - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1” pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1”?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1” on 6 July 2026 start from AU$377, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1”?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1”?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1”?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Borghese-Fantastic Location-Very Large and Quiet Apartment “Palm House 1” located?

Located in Pinciano, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Bioparco di Roma, Villa Borghese and Borghese Gallery. Spanish Steps and Piazza di Spagna are also within 2 miles (3 km). Bioparco Tram Stop and Rossini Tram Stop are within a 5-minute walk.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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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

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lauren r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hilary O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

diane r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rome for 9 days

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

8/10 Good

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful oasis

Perfect headquarters for our stay in Rome. Situated in a beautiful neighborhood, we felt very safe here. Hal is a caring host, gave us a great start to our trip in Italy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Great location and quite spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us!

We loved, loved, loved our time at this apartment. Great part of Rome to have respite and quiet before venturing into all the city has to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terence S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful accommodations

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Palm House. The apartment is clean, attractive, secure, conveniently located, and more. This property is suberb and an excellent value. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hal’s Place

Hal is a gracious host ..the neighborhood tour was just perfect!!Spacious. And clean. Would come back!!patio was a great place to relax!!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Roma

Very nice place! Do come and enjoy Hal and his hospitality! We had a lovely time.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Valerie Simons & Ron G.

Beautiful stay!

Hal is the perfect host. We loved the location, the amenities, and particularly the outdoor patio. Not enough time in Rome. Wish we had more days!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

Roy G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

the location was perfect because we had our own rental car

we think the whole place needs a upgrade to a proffesional appartment
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Still Fantastic!

Second time staying at The Palm House in Rome. We love the quite, peaceful location which is only a short bus/taxi ride from city center. The owner/host Hal is wonderful. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

deborah h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Raniero Paulucci

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Hello, my name is Raniero, the proud owner of Palm House 1. As a marquis with noble origins, I have dedicated my life to the historic Palazzo Paulucci, deeply immersed in the beauty, history, and cultural richness of Rome. I also had the opportunity to study for five years in New York, an experience that broadened my perspective and deepened my appreciation for hospitality, design, and international living.

I'm passionate about sharing my love for this extraordinary city with guests from around the world. With a lifetime of stories rooted in Rome’s ancient streets and vibrant atmosphere, I look forward to making your stay in Palm House 2—a newly renovated, private, and refined apartment—as special and memorable as the Eternal City itself.

Why they chose this property

I chose this property primarily for its exceptional location—ideally positioned near the heart of Rome's antique center, yet neatly tucked away from the hustle and bustle that characterizes such historic areas. For someone familiar with New York City, I often compare it to living on the Upper East Side with Central Park right at your doorstep.

In this distinguished neighborhood, the typical New York brownstones are replaced by stately one-family mansions, many of which now serve as embassies, adding a layer of international prestige and historical charm. Instead of Central Park, we are graced with the expansive and beautiful Villa Borghese park. This sprawling green oasis houses not just lush landscapes but also renowned cultural treasures like the Borghese Museum and a delightful zoo, offering a perfect blend of nature and culture.

The serenity of this area provides a stark contrast to the vibrant energy of the city center. Just a leisurely 25-minute walk across Villa Borghese park can transport you to the bustling antique center, where history and modernity converge. This unique combination of accessibility, tranquility, and rich cultural surroundings makes living here truly special. It's an enclave of peace and elegance right in the midst of Rome’s dynamic rhythm.

What makes this property unique

The standout feature of "Palm House 1" is its unparalleled privacy and tranquility—a rare find in such a central location in Rome. This apartment is uniquely designed to ensure complete seclusion and relaxation. It is perhaps the only unit in the area that offers a fully private experience, with a remote-controlled entrance gate that opens to its own dedicated car park, an enchanting garden, and a beautifully furnished patio exclusively for your use.

Adding to its uniqueness, I reside in the same building. This proximity allows me to provide immediate assistance and ensure that all your needs are promptly met, offering a personalized touch that can often be missing in vacation rentals. Whether you need local recommendations or any help regarding the apartment, I am readily available to ensure your stay is comfortable and hassle-free. This combination of personal attention and private, luxurious living space makes "Palm House 1" truly exceptional in the heart of Rome. The ultimate charm of "Palm House 1" is further enhanced by its private patio, an exclusive retreat perfect for dining al fresco, enjoying aperitifs, or simply relaxing under the Roman sky. This secluded outdoor space allows you to savor meals, drinks, and the delightful Roman atmosphere in complete privacy. Whether you're toasting to a special occasion or unwinding after a day of exploration, the patio offers a serene setting to enjoy the best of Rome without ever leaving the comfort of your home.

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