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Residenza Paolo VIvsCapo D'Africa Hotel ??? Colosseo
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Capo d'Africa Hotel ranks marginally higher than Residenza Paolo VI. Capo d'Africa Hotel comes in at #38 in Rome with positive reviews from 8 publications such as Fodor's, Rough Guide and Insight Guides.
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." Full review
OysterMid-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." Full review
The Telegraph7.0
"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." Full review
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.”" Full review
Capo D'Africa Hotel ??? Colosseo
Rough Guide Fodor's
Insight Guides
Lonely Planet
Star Service Frommer's Oyster
Time Out The Telegraph
Michelin Guide
via Capo d'Africa 54, 00184 Rome
From $128/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Rough Guide "A former nineteenth-century convent, this sleek hotel has a brightly modern interior with contemporary art and furniture."
Fodor's "Many find the modern look and feel of Capo d'Africa... refreshing after a long day's journey through ancient Rome." Full review
Insight Guides "Views are delightful, and the Colosseum is only a five-minute walk away."
Lonely Planet "A short walk up from the Colosseum, this is a chic but refreshingly unpretentious hotel." Full review
Star Service "In a relatively quiet residential neighborhood, this well-proportioned hotel is a front-runner in the race for the honor of Rome's most sensible boutique-hotel." Full review
Frommer's "It attracts visitors with its sophisticated interior design, works of art, high-tech facilities, and impeccable service." Full review
Oyster3.0
"The Capo d’Africa is a 65-room middle-tier hotel housed in a former convent and school that was redesigned in 2001 by architect Harry Gregory." Full review
Time Out "The hotel's location, on a quiet street near the Colosseum, is a definite mark in its favour." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Warmth exudes from this luxury boutique hotel." Full review
Michelin Guide "Its facade remains unpretentious, with only a pair of palm trees flanking the doorway to dress it up. The interior is a different story, modern though unpretentiously so, more decorated than designed" Full review
