A B&B set in the former stables of a 17th-century palazzo in Rome, 250 metres from Piazza del Popolo, with a wellness area and exposed stone rooms.
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Rifugio degli Artisti B&B is a bed & breakfast set in the former stables of a 17th-century palazzo, 250 metres from Piazza del Popolo, in the heart of Rome.
The property retains its original exposed stone walls and offers a small wellness area with a Cityspa hot tub and infrared sauna, a rare detail for a B&B of this size. The rooms, equipped with air conditioning, TV and a private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer, are designed for those seeking an intimate stay in a historic building rather than for large groups. Some accommodations are located on lower floors or in the basement and feature only artificial lighting.
Breakfast, served with croissants and hot drinks, accompanies a stay that focuses mainly on location: Flaminio – Piazza Del Popolo metro station is a one-minute walk away and connects in a few stops to Termini station. Suited to couples and travellers who want to explore on foot between Piazza del Popolo, the Pincio and Piazza di Spagna, while staying in an intimate setting characterised by the exposed stone typical of Rome’s old buildings.
The only room type available at Rifugio degli Artisti B&B is the Economy Double Room, a compact solution designed for two people that favours the essentials without giving up some character details, such as the exposed stone walls that recall the building’s 18th-century origins. The room is equipped with air conditioning, TV and an internal private bathroom, complete with slippers, hairdryer and toiletries, plus free WiFi available throughout the property.
Being a 16 sqm room with a large double bed, it is designed for romantic stays or short city-centre breaks. It should be noted that the units have no outside view and that some rooms, located on the basement floor, have only artificial lighting: a factor to consider for those seeking natural light during the day, though this is offset by the location just steps from Piazza del Popolo.
A 16 sqm room with exposed stone walls bearing witness to the building’s 18th-century origins, equipped with air conditioning, TV and a private bathroom with slippers, hairdryer and toiletries. It has no outside view and, if located on the basement floor, receives only artificial light. It accommodates up to two people, with the possibility of one child, in the large double bed.
Rifugio degli Artisti B&B offers guests a spa room with a hot tub/jacuzzi and sauna, a detail that sets this B&B apart from most properties in the Piazza del Popolo area. WiFi is free throughout the building and the rooms are air-conditioned, with central heating for the colder months.
General services include a safe, fax/photocopying and an airport shuttle on request, useful for those arriving from Fiumicino or Ciampino who don’t want to arrange transfers on their own. The property is entirely non-smoking, including every room.
The private bathrooms feature a bidet, shower, toilet and complimentary bath products, while the rooms also offer a wardrobe or closet and a desk, for those visiting Rome for work as well. The combination of relaxation area, sauna and essential services makes this B&B a practical, detail-oriented base for a city stay.
Rifugio degli Artisti B&B occupies the former stables of a 17th-century palazzo on Via Del Vantaggio, a quiet side street just steps from Piazza del Popolo, in the Flaminio-tridente district, one of the most refined and elegant corners of Rome’s historic centre. The area combines noble palazzos, art galleries and small cafés, offering a residential and intimate setting compared to the more touristy streets of the centre.
The Flaminio – Piazza Del Popolo metro station, on line A, is a one-minute walk away and reaches Termini in four stops; Lepanto station is also about 750 metres away. Piazza del Popolo is just 300 metres away, the Ara Pacis 400 metres, and the Spanish Steps around 650 metres, all comfortably reachable on foot. Fiumicino and Ciampino airports are 18 km and 14 km away respectively, also reachable via the airport shuttle offered by the property.
Just steps away are restaurants such as Rokko and Acquaroof Terrazza Molinari, a few metres from the B&B, ideal for dinner or an aperitivo with views over Rome’s rooftops. Pincio park, 350 metres away, is perfect for an evening stroll, while Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona, both around 1.1 km away, remain easily reachable on foot in any season. In summer the area comes alive with outdoor events, while in winter it remains just as liveable thanks to the concentration of attractions within walking distance.
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Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.5, and the location, appreciated with a remarkable 9.7, ideal for couples. Cleanliness and comfort remain at good levels, while the value for money receives solid but slightly more cautious ratings.
No, Rifugio degli Artisti B&B does not allow pets during the stay.
Rifugio degli Artisti B&B is located about 250-300 metres from Piazza del Popolo, comfortably reachable on foot in a few minutes.
Yes, Rifugio degli Artisti B&B features a spa room with a Cityspa hot tub/jacuzzi and infrared sauna available to guests.
Yes, Rifugio degli Artisti B&B offers free WiFi throughout the building, including the rooms.
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Rifugio degli Artisti B&B is about 18 km from Fiumicino airport and 14 km from Ciampino airport; the property also offers an airport shuttle on request.
No, all rooms at Rifugio degli Artisti B&B lack an outside view, and some basement-floor units have only artificial lighting.
