PALAZZO DAMA - HOTEL & SPA - PREFERRED HOTELS & RESORTS, Rome

Palazzo Dama - Hotel & Spa - Preferred Hotels & Resorts - A 5-star historic villa with outdoor pool, Peruvian-Nikkei dining, and custom Italian artisan furnishings

Located steps from Piazza del Popolo, this refined Rome hotel occupies a former aristocratic residence where Marquises once hosted diplomats and cultural elites. The 269-square-foot rooms feature soundproof walls, Acqua di Parma amenities, and views of either the hotel entrance or Tiber River. Palazzo Dama's interiors showcase custom furniture by architect Antonio Girardi, handcrafted by local artisans using Dedar, Loro Piana, and Ralph Lauren fabrics. The ground floor houses Pacifico restaurant serving Peruvian-Nikkei cuisine and the Pisco Bar illuminated by Plaza Hotel chandeliers. Wellness facilities include a Finnish sauna, Turkish bath, whirlpool, and fitness area. The property's garden features olive trees, lemon trees, and Rome's only luxury hotel outdoor pool. Situated in an 197.5 acre area spanning the Pinciano and Campo Marzio districts, Palazzo Dama - Hotel & Spa - Preferred Hotels & Resorts sits within a quadrilateral formed by Lungotevere, Piazza del Popolo, Pincio and Trinità dei Monti.

Pros

Historic crystal chandeliers sourced from New York's Plaza Hotel and vintage Venini glass fixtures

Original Art Nouveau doors and marble mosaics preserved throughout

Garden Suite offers private garden access and maximum privacy

Professional photographers available for vintage Fiat 500 city tours

Cons

1.5 miles from major attractions like Colosseum and Roman Forum

Pool operation limited to seasonal use