The Place 217
Intimate residential-luxury boutique. Think well-appointed private apartment, not grand hotel lobby. Modern finishes, warm materials, very quiet for such a central address.
The Suite con Vista has an exclusive private sightline to the St. Peter's dome — worth the upgrade if it's available.
Why It Matters
Listed in both the Michelin Guide and Tablet Hotels — a rare combination for a property with only a handful of rooms. The top-floor Suite con Vista has a direct private view of the dome of St. Peter's. The Junior Suite SPA includes an in-room whirlpool tub and private sauna — uncommon at this intimate scale.
The Place 217 sits on the attic floor of a 1930s Borghese building in the Prati district — the kind of place you walk right past on street level without realising it's even there. That's by design. Up on the sixth floor, it's got just four room types and a hushed, residential feel that bigger Rome hotels can't replicate. The style is contemporary furniture layered onto the building's original architecture: warm wood floors, chromotherapy showers, and in the Junior Suite, a full private 30-sqm spa. The Vatican is a nine-minute walk; Castel Sant'Angelo is 450 metres away.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Junior Suite SPA
The standout wellness room. Spacious suite with a private 30-sqm spa area — includes a design shower with walnut bathroom furniture, a whirlpool jacuzzi tub, and a private sauna. Panoramic views. Can accommodate one child. This is as close to a luxury spa-hotel experience as you'll find at this scale in central Rome.
Double
Matrimoniale Comfort
The entry-level room at 20 sqm. Comfortable and modern with a panoramic attic-level view over the centre of Rome. Bathroom has a spacious shower (no tub), hairdryer, magnifying mirror, and a complimentary exclusive beauty set.
Double · 20 sqmMatrimoniale Superior
A step up at 25 sqm. The bathroom is notably spacious and features a large chromotherapy shower. Can accommodate one child. Elegant design with a refined, unique look throughout.
Double · 25 sqmSuite con Vista
The top-floor flagship. Bright and spacious with two separate living areas, warm hardwood floors, and a private, exclusive direct view of the dome of St. Peter's Basilica. Comes with a chaise longue. The St. Peter's view alone justifies the upgrade. Can accommodate one child.
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Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A curated photographic tour of Rome organised in collaboration with the hotel. Guests explore iconic locations through a photographer's lens.
Curated romantic dining experiences and gastronomic tours arranged by the hotel. Contact the property directly for details.
A guided experience exploring Rome's most iconic landmarks and neighbourhoods. Arranged through the hotel concierge.
The hotel assists guests with tickets and logistics for Rome's major concerts and cultural events, including those at the Auditorium Parco della Musica Ennio Morricone.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Included daily with all room types. Savoury, sweet, and gluten-free options with freshly prepared dishes.
Full room service available for breakfast and other requests.
Children's services available; cot available at no charge for children up to 3 years old (subject to availability).
Front desk open 24 hours. Check-in 14:00–20:00; check-out by 10:00.
The property does not have a swimming pool.
Custom romantic room decoration service for anniversaries, honeymoons, and special occasions.
Custom floral compositions available for in-room delivery.
Bottle of Champagne delivered to the room as an add-on for special occasions.
Private transfer to/from airport available as a paid add-on service.
No on-site parking. Public parking available nearby; reservation not possible.
The property does not have an on-site gym or fitness centre.
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