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Apartments around the Spanish Steps, between the fashion streets of Via Condotti and the gardens of the Pincio
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Rome's most elegant quarter, at the foot of the Spanish Steps
Spagna takes its name from the Spanish embassy to the Holy See, which has stood on the piazza for centuries. The great Baroque staircase that climbs from the Barcaccia fountain to the church of Trinità dei Monti went up between 1723 and 1725, and the streets around it have drawn poets, painters and the well dressed ever since. Keats died in a house on the piazza in 1821, and the English have been taking tea here since Victorian times.
Our Spagna collection runs to 42 apartments, from one-bedroom pieds-à-terre with terraces over the rooftops to family apartments in grand palazzi near the Pincio and the old Ludovisi quarter, the largest with 5 bedrooms.
Here is a short guide to the neighbourhood, its streets and when to come.
Spagna at a glance
- Apartments
- 42 around the Spanish Steps, with up to 5 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,800 to £5,300 a week, from around £2,200
- Best streets
- Via Condotti, Via del Babuino, Via Margutta and the quiet lanes towards the Pincio
- Best time
- April to June and September to October; mid-April to mid-May for the azaleas on the Steps
- Getting there
- Fiumicino airport, around 45 minutes to an hour by car; Spagna metro station on Line A
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Casa Scirocco Rome: Elegant 3-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Terrace – Rome3 bedrooms
Palazzo Torlonia Roma: Elegant 5-Bedroom Apartment Near Spanish Steps – Rome5 bedrooms
Palazzo Borghese Rome: Luxury 4-Bedroom Apartment with Air-Con – Rome4 bedrooms
Palazzo Pincio Roma: 3-Bedroom Luxury Apartment with Artistic Design – Rome3 bedrooms
A staircase, a sinking boat and a poet's house
The Spanish Steps were designed by Francesco de Sanctis to link the piazza with Trinità dei Monti above, and the view from the top, over the domes and down Via Condotti, is one of the great free pleasures of Rome. At the bottom sits the Barcaccia, a half-sunken stone boat of a fountain by Pietro Bernini, father of the more famous Gian Lorenzo.
To the right of the Steps, the Keats-Shelley House keeps the small room where Keats died, and Babington's tea rooms, opened by two Englishwomen in the 1890s, still serve a proper pot on the other side. Sitting on the Steps is now forbidden, so do as the Romans do and keep walking.
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Three straight streets and a great deal of shopping
Three long streets fan out from Piazza del Popolo: Via del Corso, Via del Babuino and Via di Ripetta. Between them lies the Tridente, the smartest shopping district in the city. Via Condotti has the grand fashion houses and the Antico Caffè Greco, serving coffee since 1760, while Via del Babuino is lined with antique dealers.
Via Margutta, the artists' street, is quieter, with studios, galleries and the courtyard where Gregory Peck lived in Roman Holiday. At the northern end, Santa Maria del Popolo holds two Caravaggios in its Cerasi Chapel, and getting in to see them won't cost you a thing.
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Gardens above the rooftops
Climb past Trinità dei Monti and you reach the Pincio, whose terrace over Piazza del Popolo is where Romans gather at sunset. Beyond it stretches Villa Borghese, the city's great park, and the Galleria Borghese, with Bernini's sculptures and Canova's reclining Paolina. Tickets must be booked ahead, and our concierge can arrange them.
East of the Steps, the Ludovisi quarter rises towards Via Veneto, the street of La Dolce Vita, with wide avenues and handsome palazzi. The Trevi Fountain is around ten minutes' walk south, and best seen early, before the coins start flying.
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Azaleas in spring, carbonara all year
From mid-April to around mid-May the Steps are banked with hundreds of pink and white azaleas, a tradition that dates back to 1952. On 8 December, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, the Pope comes to the column in Piazza Mignanelli, just off the piazza. July and August are hot, and many Romans leave town around Ferragosto in mid-August.
At the table, look for cacio e pepe, carbonara and, in spring, Roman artichokes, with a maritozzo, a cream-filled bun, for breakfast. Our concierge can book restaurant tables, private guides, gallery tickets and airport transfers.
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Villa Meridiana Pinciano Spagna: Elegant 2-Bedroom Apartment with Rooftop Terrace – Rome2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £5,285 a week
Casa Maestrale Spagna: Charming 3-Bedroom House with Family-Friendly Amenities – Rome Spagna3 bedrooms · sleeps 5From £4,991 a week
Casa Tramontana Spagna: Chic 3-Bedroom Apartment with Enclosed Balcony – Rome3 bedrooms · sleeps 7From £4,900 a week
Casa Babuino Spagna: Chic 2-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony – Rome Spagna2 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £4,641 a week
Casa Quirinale Spagna: Spacious 3-Bedroom Apartment with Family-Friendly Features – Rome3 bedrooms · sleeps 7From £4,431 a week
Casa Borromini Spagna: Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment Ideal for Families – Rome3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,221 a week
Casa Borghese Spagna: Elegant 2-Bedroom Apartment Near Spanish Steps – Rome2 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,053 a week
Casa Campo Marzio: Elegant 1-Bedroom Apartment with Central Location – Rome1 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £3,801 a weekWhy book your apartment in Spagna with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Spagna's apartments range from quiet lanes near the Pincio to busy streets off Via del Corso, and we know which are peaceful at night, which have terraces worth the climb and which suit families. With 42 properties in Spagna, 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.
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You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, 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
Restaurant reservations, Galleria Borghese and Vatican tickets, private guides, personal shopping on Via Condotti, babysitters and transfers from Fiumicino and Ciampino. 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
Is Spagna a good area to stay in Rome?
Yes, particularly for a first visit or a stay built around shopping and restaurants. It is central, elegant and walkable, with the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Villa Borghese all within easy reach on foot. The streets towards the Pincio and Ludovisi are the quieter choice.
When is the best time to visit the Spanish Steps area?
April to June and September to October bring the most comfortable weather. From mid-April to mid-May the Steps are decorated with azaleas. July and August are hot and busy, and early mornings are the best time to see the piazza without the crowds.
Can you sit on the Spanish Steps?
No. Since 2019 Rome's city rules have banned sitting on the Spanish Steps, and you can be fined for doing so. Walking up and down is fine, and the view from the top is the real reward.
Can you arrange a private chef at a apartment in Spagna?
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 propertie in Spagna cost?
Across our 42 properties in Spagna, weekly rates typically range from £2,800 to £5,300, with the most affordable from around £2,200 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.
How do I get to Spagna from the airport?
Fiumicino airport is around 45 minutes to an hour away by car, depending on traffic, and Ciampino is a similar distance. Spagna has its own station on metro Line A. Our concierge can arrange private transfers.
Are there apartments in Spagna for large groups?
Yes. Our Spagna collection includes properties with up to 5 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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