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Residenza Paolo VI vs Babuino 181
Both properties are recommended by writers. On balance, Babuino 181 scores significantly better than Residenza Paolo VI. Babuino 181 comes in at #9 in Rome with accolades from 9 publications including Travel + Leisure, Oyster and Frommer's.
Residenza Paolo VI
Fodor's
Oyster
The Telegraph
Frommer's
Via Paolo VI 29, Vaticano-Piazza San Pietro, 00193 Rome
From $286 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"In a former monastery that's still an extraterritorial part of the Vatican, this hotel (pronounced Paolo Sesto) enjoys one of the most spectacular perches in Rome."
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Oyster
Mid-Range
"The Residenza Paolo VI might have one of the most enviable locations in Rome, as the hotel sits directly on Vatican City’s St. Peter’s Square."
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The Telegraph
7.0
"For those whom the Vatican City holds a particular significance, the position of the hotel, with its front-row view of St. Peter’s Basilica, couldn’t be much better."
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Frommer's
"Literally across the street from Vatican City limits...old-worldy rooms feature tile or hardwood floors, heavy drapes, Oriental rugs, and quality beds, though standard guest rooms can be a bit “cozy.”"
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Babuino 181
Rough Guide
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
BlackBook
Oyster
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Via del Babuino 181, 00187 Rome
From $226 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Dry Cleaning
Rough Guide
"Decorated with contemporary Italian flair, the accommodation is stylishly comfortable and includes breakfast and concierge service."
Travel + Leisure
"Sepia-toned photographic murals of iconic Roman monuments set the tone."
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Star Service
"Located two blocks south of the charismatic Hotel de Russie, Rome's high priestess of hip hospitality, this engaging B&B has a sweet little swagger of its own."
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BlackBook
"Babuino 181, situated in a remarkable nineteenth-century palazzo, now boasts sophisticated, up-to-date Italian designs and those special amenities that make living life easier."
Oyster
Upscale
"Split between two buildings, the 24-room Babuino 181 is an upscale boutique ideal for the discerning traveler."
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