Cardinal Hotel St. Peter, Rome
About the Hotel
Cardinal Hotel St. Peter is an elegant four-star hotel situated next to the expansive Villa Doria Pamphili park in Rome. It offers a unique blend of comfort and city convenience, with stunning views of St. Peter’s Basilica. The hotel features a variety of accommodations suitable for business, leisure, and family stays, alongside modern amenities.
Location
Cardinal Hotel St. Peter is located in the Aurelio district, just 300 meters from Piazza Pio XI, where public bus services connect guests to Rome’s historical center. The proximity to Villa Doria Pamphili not only provides a park setting but also easy access to major attractions like St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums.
Rooms
The hotel offers a range of accommodations including 5 singles, 110 doubles, 8 triples, 7 family rooms, and 3 suites. Each room is equipped with an LCD TV, pay TV, telephone, air conditioning, a safe, minibar, hairdryer, and access to internet services. Some accommodations feature balconies with views of the distant basilica.
Eat & Drink
Villa Doria Restaurant serves a selection of Italian and Roman cuisine, available for lunch and dinner. An American buffet breakfast is offered daily, featuring hot and cold options alongside various Italian coffees. The in-house bar provides a wide range of cocktails, fine wines, and snacks in a relaxed atmosphere.
Leisure & Business
Guests have access to an outdoor swimming pool open from May 1st to late September, equipped with sunbeds and umbrellas. The hotel also offers a roof garden with jacuzzis and panoramic views, along with a well-equipped conference room for business needs. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Solarium
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Open-air bath
- Public Bath
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Patio
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms offered stunning views of St Peter's Basilica from the balcony, but unfortunately, my specific room only had a bricked-up area outside. The service was outstanding, with a range of amenities available, from dry cleaning to tours assistance. The hotel's location was in a calm neighborhood, which was nice, but it wasn't as close to the main tourist areas as I had hoped. The dining experience, although included, wasn't the best as the atmosphere was lacking, despite the option of American pancakes.
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel with a balcony view of St Peter's Basilica. The rooms were comfortable, and the service was top-notch, making our experience truly enjoyable. While the dining was on the basic side, the location was superb, making it easy to explore the city. The facilities were well-maintained, ensuring a pleasant stay overall.
I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The room was exactly like the pictures with a balcony overlooking St Peter's Basilica, which was amazing. However, the cleanliness of the towels was disappointing. The service was exceptional, offering a wide range of amenities like car hire and housekeeping. The location was in a nice residential area near the Vatican, but the dining atmosphere wasn't great. Despite these ups and downs, I found the value for money reasonable.
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel with its stunning views of St Peter's Basilica and the lovely tree outside. The service was top-notch, offering a range of amenities, and the location in a quiet neighborhood near the Vatican was perfect. However, the dining experience was a letdown with the bad atmosphere, though the local fresh products were a plus.
The hotel is ideally located near the Vatican with a fantastic view of St Peter's Basilica. The rooms are comfortable with an excellent view, perfect for families. The service is top-notch and offers a variety of convenient amenities. The dining experience is satisfactory, with delicious options available. Overall, it provides great value for money.
I found the hotel to be in a calm neighborhood, with extremely old furniture in the rooms and poor hall conditions. The service was very friendly and accommodating, offering various amenities like car hire and housekeeping. The location was quiet, although not in the city center, but easy to access major attractions. The dining atmosphere was lacking, and the hotel had limited seafood options.
My stay at the hotel was delightful! The rooms offered a lovely view of San Pietro's Basilica from the balcony, complete with a convenient coffee machine and tea facilities. Although the atmosphere at the dining area could be improved, the overall experience was fantastic.
The hotel offers stunning views of St Peter's Basilica from the rooms with an excellent coffee machine. The staff is welcoming and provided outstanding service. However, the on-site dining atmosphere was not ideal for enjoying Indonesian dishes. The hotel is conveniently located near the Vatican and major attractions, making it easy to explore the city.
I absolutely loved my stay at the hotel! The location is perfect, nestled in a nice residential area near the Vatican, with a quiet neighborhood vibe. The service was top-notch, extremely friendly, and they went above and beyond to make my stay enjoyable. However, the dining experience was a bit lackluster with limited options. The rooms are cozy and offer stunning views of either a tree or the magnificent St Peter's Basilica.
The hotel offers rooms with balconies providing lovely views, though some halls are in poor condition. The service was excellent, featuring friendly staff and various convenient amenities. Situated in a calm neighborhood near the Vatican, the location is ideal for exploring Rome. The dining experience includes fresh, local products. Overall, a comfortable stay with great service, but some room areas require improvement.
The hotel offers rooms with a great balcony and fantastic views of St Peter's Basilica. The hallways, however, are in poor condition. The service was top-notch with very friendly staff providing excellent service. The location is in a touristy neighborhood near major bus lines but calm for a peaceful stay. The dining options included were on par, but the atmosphere could be improved. Overall, a great option with some areas that could use enhancement.
The hotel offers a mixed experience with rooms featuring extremely old furniture but boasting great balconies with views of St Peter's Basilica. The service is very friendly with a range of convenient amenities, although the dining atmosphere falls short. The location is in a nice residential area near the Vatican, providing a quiet and comfortable stay.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were spacious with a great balcony offering views of St Peter's Basilica and equipped with a good coffee machine, but the furniture was extremely old. The service was top-notch with very friendly staff, offering a range of convenient amenities like car hire, dry cleaning, and airport shuttle. The location, in a nice residential area near the Vatican, was a pleasant surprise, though it wasn't right in the city center. The dining options were limited, but the sandwiches were tasty. Overall, a comfortable stay with some room for improvement.
The hotel had a lovely view of a tree from rooms with windows opening onto the restaurant, a good coffee machine, and a great balcony providing views of St Peter's Basilica. The service was excellent and very friendly, offering car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, airport shuttle, and welcome drink services. The location was wonderful in a touristy neighborhood and near the Vatican, with quick access to the nearest subway station. The dining experience was acceptable with Angus beef on offer. Overall, the facilities were satisfactory, but the atmosphere in the dining area could be improved.
The hotel is located in a calm neighborhood near the Vatican, making it easy to access public transport to the center of attractions. The rooms offer a balcony view of St Peter's Basilica but had dirty towels. The service was very friendly and accommodating, providing excellent assistance. The dining experience was average with a steaming wok of prawns. Overall, a pleasant stay with some room for improvement.
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