Spanish Steps Art Apartment

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at plenty of places near the Spanish Steps, and honestly? Most of them are either tourist traps or so tiny you can barely open your suitcase. But this little gem on Via di Propaganda – well, it’s actually what everyone claims to offer but rarely delivers on.

The street itself is this narrow, cobblestone affair that feels properly Roman without being obnoxiously picturesque. You’re literally a two-minute walk from the Spanish Steps (I timed it, because I’m that person), but here’s the thing everyone gets wrong about this area – you don’t want to be right on top of the steps themselves. Trust me, I made that mistake once and couldn’t sleep past 6 AM thanks to the tour groups. Via di Propaganda is just far enough away that you get the location without the chaos, plus you’re actually closer to some of the better coffee spots that locals frequent. There’s this tiny bar around the corner where the barista – older guy with incredible mustache – makes the kind of cappuccino that ruins Starbucks for you forever.

The apartment itself surprised me, and I mean that in the best way. When places call themselves “art apartments,” you brace yourself for either pretentious nonsense or cheap prints of the Colosseum. Instead, you get these carefully chosen pieces that actually complement the space rather than screaming for attention. The rooms have that perfect Roman apartment feel – high ceilings, original details, but with modern touches where they matter (the bathroom, thank god, and proper WiFi). What really sold me was the morning light – there’s something about how it filters through those tall windows that makes even terrible bed hair look romantic. The building itself has character without being creaky, if you know what I mean. You can hear the city humming outside, but it’s not keeping you awake at night.

Parking is honestly a nightmare in this part of Rome, but that’s not really their fault – it’s just the reality of staying in the heart of things. The trade-off is worth it though, because you can walk to Villa Borghese when you need green space, hit the high-end shopping on Via del Corso when you’re feeling fancy, or just wander down toward the Pantheon when you want to feel like you’re in a movie. The 8.6 rating makes sense to me – it’s not trying to be the Ritz, but it absolutely nails what it is trying to be. I’ve recommended it to three different friends now, and they all came back with the same reaction: “Why didn’t we know about this place sooner?” Sometimes you just stumble onto something that gets the balance exactly right.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $518. Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Exceptional – Sulagna from India – 13 August 2024 (10/10)

  It felt like home away from home. It has 2 bedrooms, one of them with attached bath. Our host was excellent – we found all that we needed. We even cooked meals and had good family time. All the attractions are nearby ( Trevi, Pantheon, Spanish steps..). The apartment comes with a lift 🙂 We could roam outside till 2AM in the night as it is very safe. It was clean, and it had washing, ironing facilities. We had a great time in the apartment.

• Family trip to rome – Giannetta from United States – 19 June 2024 (10/10)

  The location was great for shopping and sightseeing in rome. Although the foro and coliseum were not as close as the trevi fountain and Spanish steps, they were a 20 minute walk, of which I recommend doing to see all of rome.
  
  The host was very attentive and was only a call/text away.

• Superb – Jmember from Malta – 17 May 2024 (9/10)

  Centrally located

• Unforgettable – Romeo from United States – 16 August 2023 (10/10)

  The location was excellent, the apartment facilities were modern and clean, and the host was easy to communicate with.
  
  What could be improved: None

• We enjoyef our stay. The property was amazing. – Mary from Philippines – 22 July 2023 (9/10)

  The property was well maintained and very spacious. Our family of 5 fitted very well.
  
  What could be improved: A/c circuit breakers trip during the say. Was forced to use only 3 a/c instead of 4

• Superb – Brett from United Kingdom – 20 March 2023 (9/10)

  Ideally situated in the heart of Rome. Spanish steps are only a 2 minutes walk. Very clean, comfortable and surprisingly quiet.
  
  What could be improved: The only drawback is very little natural light gets through to the second floor.

• Best place to stay in Rome for those looking for central location, wide and comfortable accomodation. – Emre from Turkey – 30 January 2023 (10/10)

  Location was perfect, a few steps to Piazza Spagna and 10 to 20 minutes to any historical or touristic point. Very nice building with cosy entrance. Old style and very good condition lift. Good modern decorated apartment with huge spaces at kitchen and livingroom. Two large bedrooms with king size double beds. Master bedroom with own bathroom and a common bathroom as well. Clean and comfortable beds and linen. The host was excellent with close support via watsapp.
  
  What could be improved: Absolutely nothing negative

• Nice appartment just in the center of everything – Jorge from Chile – 29 November 2022 (9/10)

  Better location impossible. Big appartments with 2 queen-size beds
  
  What could be improved: The key system to open the appartment it's not the better. You can reach it only if you pay in advanced a tax per night. It was the first hotel in Italy. Paola, the host, was able to help me with it anyway. I did know that for the hotels to come in Italy so I have no problems with them.

• Paola met us and showed us around. She left a lovely bottle of wine for us. She messaged several times to help with any – Shelley from Canada – 7 October 2022 (10/10)

  The property was beautiful. The location was perfect for all tourist trips and amazing restaurants. I would definitely return here. So much space.
  
  What could be improved: I loved everything
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• Exceptional – Alexandra from Australia – 31 August 2022 (10/10)

  the location, the apartment itself was beautiful and we were looked after by Paola who was attentive and helpful if we needed.

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