Parisii Bocca di Leone 88

Parisii Bocca di Leone 88 Overview

You know what struck me first about Parisii Bocca di Leone 88? The address literally tells you everything – it’s tucked right on Via Bocca di Leone, which honestly feels like you’re staying in someone’s elegant Roman apartment rather than a hotel. And I mean that in the best possible way. The “primo piano” part means first floor, so you’re not hauling luggage up endless marble stairs (though let’s be real, this is Rome – there will be some stairs).

The location is actually insane if you know the Spanish Steps area. You’re basically living among the luxury boutiques and that maze of narrow streets that tourists spend hours getting lost in – except you get to wake up there. I could literally hear the early morning delivery trucks bringing fresh pastries to the café downstairs, and by 9 AM the street comes alive with that perfect Roman energy. Via del Corso is right there when you need proper shopping or just want to people-watch with a coffee, and the Pantheon is honestly a 10-minute walk through those gorgeous winding streets where every corner looks like a movie set.

What really gets me about this place is how it feels more like staying at a sophisticated friend’s place than a traditional hotel. The 9.4 rating makes total sense when you experience it – everything just works without feeling stuffy or overly formal. The rooms have this understated elegance that fits perfectly with the neighborhood’s vibe, and the service feels genuinely Italian, not touristy (if you know what I mean). I actually loved how quiet it gets at night despite being in such a central spot – those old Roman buildings have thick walls, and Via Bocca di Leone doesn’t get the crazy foot traffic that Via del Corso does. The morning light filtering through the windows, with those terra cotta rooftops stretching out… honestly, it’s exactly what you picture when you think about waking up in Rome. Fair warning though – this area gets busy during peak season, so if you’re planning for summer or around Christmas, book early. The Spanish Steps crowd can be intense, but that’s also part of the magic. You’re staying in the heart of it all, and places like this that actually deliver on the promise of authentic Roman elegance are getting harder to find.

Parisii Bocca di Leone 88 Accommodations

Reviews of Parisii Bocca di Leone 88

• Xingtong from China (10/10)

  The employees are very proactive in communicating with us. Emails and bookings can be replied to in a timely manner. The bedding is very comfortable, the air conditioning is turned on very well, and for so many days, it is the only hotel that provides blankets (not just sheets)!

• Joan from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Perfect location. Room size and cleanliness excellent. Huge wet room . Receptionist very helpful in arranging transfer to airport

• Pavarun from Thailand (8/10)

  Location of the guesthouse really good, you can walk to interesting point in rome.

• Rhonda from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Beautiful room – spacious and airy
  Very clean
  Great location
  Fruit bowl and pastries/biscuits
  Towels changed daily
  Lovely books and artwork

• Victoria from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The shower was a great size and the little outside area was lovely. It had Roman building features like the tiny lift to the 1st floor. The staff were very friendly and left us some biscuits, fruit and Prosecco in our room to celebrate my husbands birthday.

• Sheng from Taiwan (10/10)

  Great location, nice service. Clean room,

• Brooke from United States (10/10)

  Everything here was incredible, highly highly recommend when in Rome!!

• Harvey from United States (10/10)

  Location
  Elevator
  Linens
  Walk-in Shower
  Size of room

• Adel from Lebanon (8/10)

  It is location
  The interior finishing of the rooms

• Morgan from Australia (10/10)

  Amazing location, amazing staff, room was a great size, had everything we needed and super clean. Would definitely stay again

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