Via G. Frescobaldi 5, Villa Borghese Parioli, 00197 Rome, Italy
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Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel & SPA Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel & SPA feels like discovering a well-kept secret in Rome. Tucked away on Via Frescobaldi in the elegant Parioli district, this five-star property sits right next to Villa Borghese — honestly, you can’t get much better than having one of the city’s most beautiful parks as your backyard. The entrance has this understated elegance that immediately tells you you’re somewhere special, but without the intimidating grandeur that some luxury hotels can have.

The Parioli Advantage

Here’s what I love about this location — you’re in one of Rome’s most sophisticated neighborhoods, but you’re not drowning in tourist crowds. Parioli has this refined, residential feel that locals actually prefer, and Villa Borghese is literally across the street. I mean, morning jogs through the park or evening strolls to the Galleria Borghese become part of your routine rather than planned excursions. The Spanish Steps are a pleasant 15-minute walk downhill, but you’ll actually want to come back to this peaceful corner of the city.

Rooms That Actually Deliver

The guest room I stayed in lived up to the reputation for comfort — and trust me, after walking Rome’s cobblestones all day, you’ll appreciate those highly-rated beds everyone talks about. The design strikes this perfect balance between classic Italian elegance and modern functionality, with marble bathrooms that feel genuinely luxurious. What surprised me was how quiet everything was, considering you’re still in a major city. The soundproofing is excellent, and many rooms have views either of the park or the charming Parioli streets below.

Dining and Amenities

Breakfast here is actually worth waking up for — they’ve got this extensive buffet that covers everything from traditional Italian pastries to American options, plus they’re really good about accommodating dietary restrictions. The spa deserves a mention too; it’s not massive, but it’s beautifully designed and perfect for unwinding after museum marathons. There’s also private parking on-site, which honestly feels like a miracle in Rome — if you’re driving, you’ll understand why this matters so much.

Why Guests Love It

The repeat guest rate here tells you everything you need to know. Once people discover this place, they keep coming back, and I totally get why. It’s that rare combination of being close enough to everything that matters in Rome while feeling like a retreat from the city’s intensity. The staff genuinely seems to care about your experience rather than just going through the motions, and the whole property has this relaxed sophistication that makes you feel at home. You know what really sold me? Couples consistently rate the location highly, and after staying here, I understand why — it’s romantic without being overly formal, and there’s something magical about having Villa Borghese as your evening stroll destination.

Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel & SPA Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Superior Double or Twin Room with Balcony2 single beds for 2 adults
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony1 large double bed, or and 2 single beds for 2 adults
Junior Suite Villa Borghese Park View2 × 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 1 child
Single Room with Balcony1 single bed for 1 adult
Deluxe Suite with Balcony2 × 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 1 child
Superior Suitelarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults
Deluxe Triple Room with Balcony1 single bed and 1 large double bed for 3 adults, 1 child
Junior Suite Terracelarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 1 child
Junior Suite Prestigelarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 1 child
Suite Prestigelarge double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults, 1 child
Two Deluxe Connecting Rooms1 extra-large double bed, or and 2 single beds for 5 adults, 3 children
Prestige City View Double Room1 extra-large double bed, or and 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Prestige Park View Double Room with Balcony1 extra-large double bed, or and 2 single beds for 2 adults, 1 child
Junior Suite Executive Park Viewextra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
Suite Executive Park Viewextra-large double bed, 1 extra-large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 3 adults, 2 children
Family Suite1 double bed and 1 large double bed for 4 adults, 3 children
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Reviews of Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel & SPA

  • Rinku from Canada (9/10)

    Excellent staff and exceptional service

  • Nicholas from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Really good stay. Welcoming atmosphere. The reality is better than the pictures.

  • Darya from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The best hotel in Rome. Their spa is amazing. The staff are very helpful. The decor and cleanliness are spectacular. Ask for a view over the park—it’s very nice.

  • Brad from Australia (9/10)

    quiet, clean, old school hotel with phenomenal pool and gym facilities

  • Stanislav from Malta (9/10)

    Everything. The best place I stayed.

  • Svetlana from Bulgaria (9/10)

    Wonderful breakfast, with a very large selection

  • Larissa from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The room was beautifully decorated, the bed was comfortable, the shower clean and powerful.
    The breakfast choice was excellent.
    The staff were welcoming and helpful.
    The indoor pool and jacuzzi ( of 5 different types) was really enjoyable.

  • Neriman from United Arab Emirates (9/10)

    everything was amazing. the staff were very nice and friendly and helpful! loved everything about this hotel 😊

  • Michele from United States (8/10)

    Beautiful grounds and interiors

  • Preston from United Kingdom (9/10)

    The style, the food, the spa and indoor and outdoor pools and the concierges were outstanding

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Uccelliera: 300 m
  • Villa Borghese: 600 m
  • Statua di Goethe: 1.1 km
  • Tempio di Faustina: 650 m
  • Statua di Victor Hugo: 1.2 km
  • Arco di Settimio Severo: 1.3 km
  • Palazzetto dell’Orologio: 650 m
  • Fontana dei Cavalli Marini: 600 m
  • Monumento a Simone Bolivar: 1.4 km
  • Monumento Equestre a Umberto I: 800 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Bar dei Daini: 250 m
  • Restaurant Fiore di Zucca: 400 m
  • Restaurant Pauline Borghese: 200 m

Top attractions:

  • Piazza Navona: 3.2 km
  • Spanish Steps: 1.9 km
  • Piazza Venezia: 3.1 km
  • Trevi Fountain: 2.5 km
  • Palazzo Venezia: 3.2 km
  • Piazza Barberini: 1.9 km
  • Piazza di Spagna: 1.9 km
  • Piazza del Popolo: 2 km
  • Castel Sant’Angelo: 3.2 km
  • Largo di Torre Argentina: 3.5 km

Public transport:

  • Train Euclide: 1.6 km
  • Metro Spagna Metro Station: 1.6 km
  • Metro Flaminio Metro Station: 2 km
  • Train Flaminio Train Station: 1.9 km
  • Bus Malagrotta/Podere C. Murata: 18 km
  • Bus Malagrotta/Podere P. Rotondo: 19 km

Closest airports:

  • Fiumicino Airport: 33 km
  • Rome Ciampino Airport: 16 km

Facilities

Spa:

  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hairstyling
  • Hair coloring
  • Haircut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Makeup services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

General:

  • Shuttle service
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Car rental
  • Laptop safe
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Hair/Beauty salon
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Kitchen:

  • Refrigerator

Parking:

  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities:

  • Bicycle rental
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Cycling

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Kids’ meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

2 swimming pools:

  • Opening times
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome

Languages Spoken:

  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian

Cleaning Services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safe

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Pay-per-view channels

Business Facilities:

  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities

Front Desk Services:

  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
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House Rules at Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel & SPA

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Check-in:

  • From 2:00 PM

Check-out:

  • Until 12:00 PM

Children & Beds:

  • Child policies
  • Children of all ages are welcome.
  • Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
  • To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
  • The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
  • Crib and extra bed policies
  • There are no extra beds available at this property.

No age restriction:

  • There’s no age requirement for check-in

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type.Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Accepted payment methods:

  • Maestro
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
  • Carta Si
  • American Express
  • Cash

Guest reviews

Staff :

9.0

Comfort :

9.1

Location :

8.7

Free Wifi :

8.7

Facilities :

8.8

Cleanliness :

9.0

Value for money :

7.8