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Luxury Villa Rentals in Rome
Apartments in the historic centre and villas with private pools in the hills outside the Eternal City
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The Eternal City, from a house of your own
Rome rewards those who stay a while. Three thousand years of history are piled up in its streets, from the Colosseum and the Forum to the Pantheon, the Vatican and the baroque fountains of Bernini, and the best way to absorb it is slowly, from a base that feels like home rather than a hotel room.
Our Rome collection runs to 500+ properties: elegant apartments in the historic centre, a short walk from the Spanish Steps or Piazza Navona, and villas with private pools in the countryside of Lazio, in the Castelli Romani and around Tivoli, where Romans have escaped the summer heat since antiquity.
Here is where to stay and how to make the most of the city.
Rome at a glance
- Properties
- 500+ villas and apartments, with up to 9 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,600 to £5,100 a week, from around £2,100
- Best areas
- The historic centre, Trastevere, the Castelli Romani and the countryside around Tivoli
- Best time
- April to June and September to October; August is hot and many Romans leave
- Airports
- Fiumicino and Ciampino, each around 30 to 45 minutes from the centre
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Rent Piazza Venezia View Apartment Italy3 bedrooms
Palazzo San Lorenzo Termini: Luxurious 2-Bedroom Apartment with Rooftop Terrace – Rome Termini2 bedrooms
Rent Villa Traiano Italy5 bedrooms
Rent Colosseum View Apartment Italy3 bedroomsWhere to stay in Rome
The historic centre for walking everywhere, Trastevere for a lively neighbourhood across the river, and the Castelli Romani and Tivoli for a villa and a pool within an hour of the Colosseum.
The Pantheon at breakfast, the Forum by lunch
An apartment in the historic centre puts the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps within walking distance, and the Colosseum and the Forum a short taxi ride away. Trastevere, across the Tiber, is a neighbourhood of cobbled lanes and trattorias, and the Vatican Museums and St Peter's are close by. Our concierge can arrange early entry and private guides.
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Wine towns in the Alban Hills
South east of the city, the Alban Hills are dotted with the Castelli Romani, towns such as Frascati, known for its white wine, and Castel Gandolfo, the papal summer residence, above a volcanic lake. Villas here offer cool evenings, views back to the city and an easy run into Rome.
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Where emperors and cardinals went for the summer
East of Rome, Tivoli has two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Hadrian's Villa, the emperor's vast country retreat, and the Villa d'Este, with its Renaissance gardens and fountains. Further north, the countryside of northern Lazio around Viterbo is a land of lakes, medieval towns and thermal springs.
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Carbonara, cacio e pepe and a long lunch
Roman cooking is simple and brilliant: carbonara, cacio e pepe and amatriciana, artichokes fried Jewish style in the old ghetto, and pizza by the slice for when there is no time to sit down. Spring and autumn are the best seasons to visit; in August the city slows down and a villa with a pool in the hills makes excellent sense. Our concierge can arrange a private chef, food tours and restaurant reservations.
Ask our conciergeFeatured villas in Rome
Palazzo Apollinare Roma: Luxury 1-Bedroom Apartment with Private Terrace – Rome1 bedrooms · sleeps 2From £15,001 a week
Trevi Fountain Terrace | 4-Bedroom Apartment near the Trevi Fountain – Central Rome4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £14,215 a week
Palazzo Ambrato Trinita Roma: 1-Bedroom Luxury Apartment at the Spanish Steps – Rome Italy1 bedrooms · sleeps 2From £14,183 a week
Palazzo Vasari Roma: Opulent 5-Bedroom Apartment with Sauna & Hot Tub – Rome5 bedrooms · sleeps 11From £13,874 a week
Rent Apartment Calico Italy2 bedrooms · sleeps 5From £13,860 a week
Villa Ceruleo Poggio Camilluccia Roma: Luxury 6-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool & Rooftop Terrace – Rome6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £13,034 a week
Villa Alba Celimontana Monti: Opulent 3-Bedroom Apartment with Rooftop Terrace – Rome Monti3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £12,362 a week
Villa Levante Bovara Trevi: Luxury 4-Bedroom Apartment with City Views – Trevi Rome4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £12,229 a weekWhy book your Rome villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Rome's properties range from apartments steps from the Pantheon to villas in the hills, and we know which suit sightseeing and which suit a slower pace. With 500+ properties in Rome, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access roads, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Private guides for the Vatican and the Colosseum, early-entry tickets, drivers, food tours, a private chef and restaurant reservations. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I stay in an apartment in Rome or a villa outside the city?
An apartment in the historic centre is best for sightseeing on foot. A villa in the Castelli Romani or near Tivoli offers space, a pool and quiet, with Rome within about an hour.
Which airport is closest to Rome?
Fiumicino is the main airport, around 30 to 45 minutes from the centre. Ciampino, used by some European flights, is slightly closer.
Can you book tickets for the Vatican and the Colosseum?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange timed tickets, early entry and private guides for the Vatican Museums, the Colosseum and other sites.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Rome?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Rome cost?
Across our 500+ villas in Rome, weekly rates typically range from £2,600 to £5,100, with the most affordable from around £2,100 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
April to June and September to October are the most pleasant. July and August are hot, and many Romans leave the city in August.
Are there villas in Rome for large groups?
Yes. Our Rome collection includes houses with up to 9 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist of houses that suit it.
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