This hotel was perfect for our first nights in Italy! This was my parents first time in Italy and my Dad can't walk well because of a previous illness, so being close to the Vatican was a must for us for the tour. This is literally on the Vatican's steps and was so close to everything we wanted to do. We also loved that breakfast is served early at 7 AM so that we could book an early tour of the Vatican. The breakfast has a lot of offerings as well which we enjoyed.

The only con would be the AC in the room. Even though it appears that you would have full control over how hot or cold the room is, the thermostat only goes so far. We were a bit sweaty at night to be honest.

Wonderful stay at Residenza Paolo VI! The location is unbeatable—just steps away from St. Peter’s Basilica, which was perfect for our elderly mother. We were able to attend Mass and a papal audience, making the experience truly special. The breakfast was very good, the reception staff were warm and helpful, and the cleanliness of the toilet was excellent. They even added a stool in the bathroom. The Terrace restaurant offers breathtaking views of St. Peter’s, adding to the charm of the stay. However, we’d suggest a couple of improvements: adding coffee or a kettle in the rooms for added convenience and enhancing the food quality at the Terrace restaurant. Overall, a fantastic experience that we’d highly recommend!”

Food at the Terrace, no coffee maker or kettle.

A beautiful small hotel in a location adjacent to Saint Peter’s. Suberb staff at all levels: front desk, restaurant/bar, breakfast room and housekeeping. Very nice room with comfort bed, good ventilation and A/C and lighting. Exceptionally clean bathroom. Beautiful hallways. Heartily recommended. Dining is adequate, with some tasty dishes, especially since there are no nearby restaurants. Good hours for breakfast and dinner. Front desk is very, very helpful with taxis and ticketing.

No complaints.

Great location. Staff courteous and helpful; the reception helped us upgrade our room, organise a takeaway breakfast, and ordered taxi as well as helpful information on getting about town. The restaurant staff was excellent - especially Juliana. Even the room cleaning staff was courteous. Breakfast very good and enjoyed the roof terrace in the evening.

Nothing of note. The shower head holder wouldn’t grip the supporting pole (room 118 ) but we managed anyway. A minor inconvenience which we didn’t bother to report to reception.

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Residenza Paolo VI, and it exceeded all my expectations. The location is absolutely unbeatable—just a stone’s throw away from St. Peter's Square, making it the perfect base for exploring the Vatican and Rome’s many attractions. The building itself is lovely, exuding a historic charm that fits perfectly with its surroundings. Inside, the rooms were comfortable, and I was particularly impressed with the air conditioning, which was a lifesaver during the warm summer days. The highlight of my stay was the incredible view from the terrace. Watching the sunset over St. Peter’s Basilica while enjoying a drink was an experience I’ll never forget. Speaking of drinks, the bartender was fantastic—super professional, friendly, and truly made our trip special with his exceptional service. The food at Residenza Paolo VI was also top-notch. We decided to have dinner at the hotel one evening, and it was an excellent choice. The dishes were delicious and beautifully presented. I highly recommend dining in at least once during your stay. Overall, Residenza Paolo VI offers the best location in the Vatican with superb amenities and service. It’s a place I would gladly return to on my next visit to Rome.

Location location location, worth the stay just for the terrace. The hotel is quite beautiful and lovely. If you are not brand new to the city and know what's what and are not going to be relying on the staff for help, then this hotel is fabulous.

The front reception staff were not as helpful as one would expect at a hotel like this one. Instead of looking at things and really making sure people were looked after it seemed they wanted to just take the easy way out, no going the extra mile. As visitors to a city hotel guests rely on the local knowledge of the hotel they are staying at. We were no different. It ended up costing us quite heavily for missed tours that were paid for in advance because they didn't read the documents, just made assumptions. When trying to get a taxi they basically said it wasn't possible. We got one using uber in a couple of minutes (yes you can get under in Italy it turns out - just don't use the taxi option). They should know these things and try harder.

If you’re visiting the Vatican, the location is fantastic. Staff are friendly, professional and know the area. Very clean. Price is about right for the location and quality of the property.

Rooms are small. The shower is tiny, smaller than a London police call box. Difficult for a big person to negotiate. I found the somewhat uncomfortable, but not so bad as I couldn’t sleep. No built in charging ports, but you can get one to plug in at the desk. Also had a voltage converter for my wife’s curling iron.

This was my second time staying at Residenza Paolo VI and it won’t be the last! The location could not be more perfect, as it located directly on St Peter’s Square and the rooftop terrace overlooks the basilica. The rooms are warm, moderately sized, and comfortable. Breakfast is served in the mornings for free and the staff are friendly, bilingual, and knowledgeable about the area. They also arranged for a taxi to pick us up from the hotel and take us to the airport. I couldn’t recommend a better hotel to stay at in Rome, especially if your focus is on Vatican City!

There’s nothing we didn’t like about this property. Highly recommend! We will stay here every time we visit Rome.

The location of the hotel was absolutely perfect – just a stone's throw away from St. Peter's Square, which was the main reason we traveled to Rome. It made sightseeing so convenient, as we could easily walk to all the key attractions. The breakfast was another highlight, offering a delightful selection of fresh, delicious options that fueled us for a day of exploration. As for the room, it was comfortable, clean, and well-appointed, providing a peaceful retreat after a busy day.

Very close hotel next to the St Peter square near Cathedral. Perfect home made breakfast with Italy cuisine. The size of room was adequate with small bathroom. Rooms include TV, Safe, small fridge. Everything for one and more nights. Also the hotel have Bar with view of square and Restaurant.

Only one think, the sink of washbasin in Bathroom was plugging and water do not flow out.