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About the Hotel

Via Di Monte Del Gallo 36, Rome

Steps from St. Peter's Basilica

Great

8.5

8.7

/10

4.3

Loved by Fragrance Hotel St. Peter guests

Convenient location

Spacious rooms

Helpful staff

Fine view

Good breakfast

"The breakfast terrace and terrace bar with the view of St' Peter's is just lovely and we understand only recently opened."

Chris C from United Kingdom

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"The rooftop restaurant food was delicious and the view spectacular."

Vickie from United States

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"Super comfortable room and beds after arriving from Canada !"

Siobhain from Canada

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3-star boutique hotel with a sky terrace overlooking Vatican City

Amenities

The hotel offers a garden and a sky terrace, with the sky terrace providing panoramic views of St. Peter's Basilica. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and luggage storage.

Rooms

All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a minibar. Private bathrooms include a bath or shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Rooms are large and bright, with daily housekeeping ensuring cleanliness.

Location

Fragrance Hotel St. Peter is 900 metres from Saint Peter's Square and 300 metres from San Pietro Train Station. The Vatican Museums and Castel Sant'Angelo are within a 20-minute walk. The hotel is located in the quiet Monte del Gallo neighborhood, providing a peaceful base near major attractions.

Dining

A continental breakfast is served daily in a charming dining room, including hot drinks, croissants, pastries, cheese, and pies. Breakfast can also be enjoyed on the sky terrace with views of St. Peter's. The hotel offers a rooftop bar and restaurant for additional meals and drinks.

Services & Pets

The hotel provides 24-hour reception, tour desk, and laundry services. Pets are allowed, with pet bowls available. Family rooms are offered, and the hotel has a garden and terrace for relaxation.

Highlights

Location: 900m from St. Peter's Square, 300m from train station

Rooms: Large, bright rooms with minibar and flat-screen TV

Dining: Continental breakfast with sky terrace views

Services: 24-hour front desk, concierge, tour desk

Pet-friendly: Pets allowed with pet bowls

Family: Family rooms available

“What stands out is the sky terrace with its striking Vatican views, a rare find. The location balances quiet residential charm with proximity to St. Peter's. Expect clean, modern rooms and a helpful staff, key for navigating Rome.”

Grace WhitmanContent & Editorial Director at Familyhotels

Location: Great

8.7/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

DiningTerrace Breakfasts

Breakfast on the terrace offered stunning views. The continental buffet had a superb selection. It was a first class experience every morning.

Olivia from Canada

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Room FeaturesBalcony Upgrade

We were upgraded to a beautiful room with a balcony. The view included the dome. The air conditioning was very welcome.

Ethan from Australia

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Guest ParkingHassle-Free Arrival

Parking was easy. The staff helped to park the car. This made arrival smooth and stress-free.

Isabella from Switzerland

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BathroomSpacious Shower

The shower was huge. The towels were also fluffy. The bathroom was clean and well-maintained daily.

Noah from United Kingdom

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Triple Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Quadruple Room
2 persons
380 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed and 2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Heating
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Double or Twin Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed / 2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Heating
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Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Facilities: Great

8.5/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at EUR 15 per day.

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Fragrance Hotel St. Peter Location

Via Di Monte Del Gallo 36, Rome

Map view

City landmarks

Square

Colosseum

2.2 mi

Fountain

Trevi Fountain

1.7 mi

Church

Pantheon

1.3 mi

Church

St. Peter's Basilica

4300 ft

Museum

Vatican Museums

1.3 mi

Landmark

Piazza Navona

1.4 mi

Square

Saint Peter's Square

3600 ft

Landmark

Roman Forum

1.9 mi

Church

Sistine Chapel

4200 ft

Landmark

Torre di San Giovanni

3000 ft

Square

Piazza Venezia

1.6 mi

Landmark

Piazza di Spagna

1.7 mi

Square

Campo de' Fiori

1.5 mi

Square

Spanish Steps

1.8 mi

Cemetery

Altar of the Fatherland

1.6 mi

Landmark

Vatican City

4300 ft

Nearby

Viale Vaticano presso Musei Vaticani

Vatican Gardens

1.0 mi

Restaurants

Pappagallo

900 ft

Via Gregorio Vii 71 79

Padron Gelateria Artigianale

1100 ft

Via Gregorio VII 38

Pizza Zizza Caffetteria Birreria Desserteria

2800 ft

Via Delle Fornaci 11

Chill Out

1200 ft

10 Via del Lago Terrione

Rosy O'Grady

1800 ft

Via della Cava Aurelia 155B

La Casa del Pane

1400 ft

Piazzale Gregorio VII 15

Bottega nostrana

1800 ft

Via di Porta Cavalleggeri 109/111

Explore Rome

Local Highlights

St. Peter's Basilica

16 minutes' walk

St. Peter's Basilica houses impressive art and architecture. Its dome offers stunning views of Rome.

Vatican Museums

25 minutes' walk

Vatican Museums features extensive art collections, including the famous Sistine Chapel. Guided tours are available.

Castel Sant'Angelo

20 minutes' walk

Castel Sant'Angelo, originally a mausoleum, is now a museum with fantastic views from its terrace.

Piazza Navona

30 minutes' walk

Piazza Navona is renowned for its fountains and vibrant atmosphere, perfect for enjoying Italian street performances.

Tiber River Cruise

25 minutes' walk

A scenic boat cruise along the Tiber offers unique views of Rome's historic sites. Book in advance for peak times.

Outdoor Yoga at the Vatican Gardens

20 minutes' walk

Relaxing yoga sessions in the serene Vatican Gardens are great for meditation and mindfulness. Classes are seasonal.

Bike Rentals near Tiber Island

25 minutes' walk

Bike rentals allow for an adventurous ride along the Tiber. Rentals are available daily.

Buona Forchetta

4 minutes' walk

Buona Forchetta offers delicious local Italian dishes in a cozy atmosphere. Reservations are recommended for dinner.

La Cupola Cafe

4 minutes' walk

La Cupola Cafe serves artisanal coffee and pastries in a welcoming space. Ideal for breakfast or a light lunch.

Pappagallo

4 minutes' walk

Pappagallo features a lovely garden terrace and specializes in traditional Roman cuisine. Great for families.

Teatro Argentina

30 minutes' walk

Teatro Argentina is a historic theater with a variety of performances, including opera and plays. Check performance schedules.

Jazz Club

25 minutes' walk

The city's jazz club offers live music every weekend, creating a lively atmosphere for music lovers and couples.

Piazza Navona Street Performances

30 minutes' walk

Piazza Navona hosts live street performances daily, making it a lively destination for families and all ages.

Tips on navigating the city

City Centre
Rome 6 min · 2.4 mi
Airports
Ciampino (CIA) 28 min · 11.6 mi
Fiumicino (FCO) 43 min · 17.5 mi
Train
Roma San Pietro Train Station 4 min · 1000 ft
Underground
Valle Aurelia metro 14 min · 3700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

from 06:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site (reservation might be needed) at EUR 15 per day.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of EUR 10.0 per person.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Languages

English, Spanish, Italian, Bulgarian

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Review summary

Based on recent reviews

Fragrance Hotel St Peter is often praised for its advantageous location near the Vatican, including some rooms offering views of St Peter's Basilica. Guests commonly find the rooms to be of a good size, with well-equipped bathrooms including powerful showers, and the breakfast, featuring a varied buffet, provides a satisfying start to the day; though some have noted that certain areas of the hotel appear somewhat dated. A highlight for many is the rooftop bar, where guests can enjoy food and drinks while taking in the panoramic views.

Review score

Based on 2 verified reviews

9.1 /10

Perfect

100%

Recommend

Staff

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.8/10

Value for money

8.3/10

Pros

Friendly staff

Comfy bed

Rooftop view

Cons

Poor soundproofing

Vincent from France

Single

Single Room French Bed

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: February 18, 2026

9.4/10

really good!

big bed clean room amazing basilica view

The room was really good, a great size, and VERY clean. this particular room offered an AMAZING view of st peter's basilica. staff were AMAZING, polite, and helpful. the breakfast was varied and tasty. I was not left wanting.

the air conditioning did not work well. while the thermostat read 18°c, my thermometer showed 25°c.

Facilities

9/10

The hotel includes a rooftop bar and restaurant. It provides a place to relax and enjoy the views. private parking is available for 15 eur per day. the breakfast room provides a bright and cheerful atmosphere.

Rooms

9/10

My room was compact and well laid out. It was very clean. the bed was surprisingly large. the room included an amazing view of st peter's basilica. daily cleaning was provided.

Service

10/10

the front desk staff were super friendly and knowledgeable. they explained getting around, answered questions patiently, and called taxis. the staff made sure i had everything i needed and gave me needed information. the staff were consistently attentive and professional.

Dining

9/10

the breakfast buffet upstairs had a continental selection. it included many delicious choices. the coffee machine was a good addition. the rooftop terrace offered AMAZING views.

Location

10/10

the location is a short walk from the vatican. it is tucked away on a quiet street. the area offers peace after a day of sightseeing. public transport is nearby.

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nicholas from united kingdom

Family with children

family room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 06, 2025

8.8/10

convenient stay near vatican city

helpful staff amazing views clean room convenient proximity

the staff was very helpful and courteous. i found the rooftop bar offered amazing views, great for evening relaxation. the room was clean, serviced daily. the hotel's proximity to the vatican was definitely convenient.

I found the walls to be a bit thin. Noise traveled easily between rooms.

Dining

9/10

the rooftop bar provided a great spot for meals with views. breakfast included a coffee machine. a varied selection of pastries and other breakfast items was available each morning.

Service

9/10

the front desk staff helped answer questions about getting around. staff members were knowledgeable and friendly, offering assistance. taxi services were readily available through the front desk.

Facilities

8/10

the hotel features a rooftop bar offering views. there is a small elevator to reach higher floors. the hotel also provides a train station close by.

Rooms

8/10

the room included air conditioning. the cleaning service kept the space super clean with daily attention.

Location

10/10

the hotel is a ten-minute walk to the vatican. several local restaurants are nearby, i noticed. a supermarket is also located close to the premises.

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