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Residenza Paolo VI vs Hotel Teatro di Pompeo

Both properties are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Residenza Paolo VI scores slightly higher than Hotel Teatro di Pompeo. Residenza Paolo VI is ranked #26 in Rome with recommendations from 4 sources such as Frommer's, Fodor's and oyster.com.

Residenza Paolo VI
Residenza Paolo VI
7 / 10
Via Paolo VI 29, Vaticano-Piazza San Pietro, 00193 Rome
From $286 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Fodor's 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
Oyster 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." Full review
The Telegraph 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." Full review
Frommer's 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
Hotel Teatro di Pompeo
Hotel Teatro di Pompeo
7 / 10
Largo del Pallaro 8, 00186 Rome
From $128 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Built above the remains of Pompey’s ancient Roman theatre, the rooms here are comfortable, with high-beamed wooden ceilings, marbletopped furniture and (in some) sweeping views."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Simple (and perhaps a bit dated) rooms and wonderful, genuinely helpful staff." Full review
Insight Guides Insight Guides
"Just off picturesque Campo de’ Fiori, this popular family-run hotel stands on the site of Pompey’s Theatre, dating from 55 BC."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A lovely little hotel built on the remains of the ancient theater of the same name, where Julius Caesar is said to have met his destiny."
Time Out Time Out
"This small, friendly hotel occupies a palazzo built on the site of the ancient Teatro di Pompeo." Full review
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Opt for one of the attractive rooms in the main hotel building rather than one of the more basic annexe rooms located a few streets away.
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