HOTEL VILLA DUSE, Rome

Hotel Villa Duse - A 4-star boutique hotel in a neoclassical villa with private gardens and contemporary art

Situated in Rome's upmarket Parioli district, this 15-room Rome hotel occupies a restored villa featuring a sweeping neoclassical staircase and palm-tree gardens. Hotel Villa Duse combines antique chandeliers and gold-framed mirrors with contemporary artwork by Kikuo Saito and sculptures by Alba Gonzales. Each individually decorated room includes premium bedding, air conditioning, Sky TV channels, and marble bathrooms with massage showerheads. The property provides a 24-hour reception, concierge services, and babysitting options. A daily breakfast buffet features homemade breads, Italian hams, cheeses, and fresh pastries, served in a dining room with French doors overlooking the garden. Located 2 miles from Roma Termini, Villa Duse stands near the MAXXI museum, Auditorium Parco della Musica, Villa Borghese park, and Villa Ada.

Pros

Private garden areas available for outdoor dining and relaxation

Walking distance to Bioparco di Roma and multiple parks

Excellent wine bars and top restaurants in the immediate vicinity

Direct elevator access to select upper-floor rooms

Cons

2.5 miles from major attractions like Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain

12.5 miles distance from Ciampino Airport