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Borgo Pio 91

A guest house with apartments and rooms on Rome's Borgo Pio, a short walk from St Peter's Basilica.

  • A 5-minute walk from St Peter's Basilica
  • Rooms and apartments with kitchen facilities
  • Guest rating 8.5 from 1,298 reviews
8.5 Great 1298 reviews Booking.com 8.5 · 1298 reviews

About

Borgo Pio 91

Borgo Pio 91 sits on one of Rome's most recognisable streets, in the wedge of neighbourhoods between the Vatican and the river. The property is classed as a guest house, but the accommodation feels more like a small residence: many rooms include tea and coffee facilities, and the apartments add kitchens, dining tables and washing machines.

The public areas are straightforward, with a concierge desk, express check-in/out and luggage storage. Staff are repeatedly singled out by guests for being welcoming and accommodating, and the location – a few minutes' walk from St Peter's Basilica – is the most consistent theme across reviews.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Steps from St Peter's Basilica — The Borgo Pio street location puts guests within a few minutes' walk of the Vatican and St Peter's Square.
  • Rooms and apartments with kitchen facilities — Rooms include tea and coffee facilities; one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments add a kitchen, dining table, electric kettle and cookware.
  • Consistently praised staff — Guests repeatedly describe the staff, particularly Vicki/Vicky, as polite, accommodating and friendly.
  • High marks for service and rooms — The property's strongest rated categories are Rooms at 8.8 and Staff at 8.9, matching the sentiment in guest reviews.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Not a standard hotel setup — It's a guest house rather than a full-service hotel; some accommodation is in attic rooms, which can mean sloping ceilings.
  • Value rating is noticeably lower than other categories — At 8.2, Value is the weakest score, suggesting some guests find the price-to-size or price-to-facilities balance less compelling.
  • No parking and no pets — The property lists no parking, and pets are not allowed, so it works best for guests arriving on foot or by public transport.
  • Check-in window ends at midnight — Check-in runs from 14:00 to 23:59, so late-night arrivals need to plan ahead.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Triple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • 2 Single beds

Attic Attic Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed

Superior Attic Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Services

  • Concierge desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Housekeeping
  • Express check-in/ -out

Safety & Security

  • Safe deposit box
  • Security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Food & Drink

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Electric kettle
  • Dining table
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Room Amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Parquet floor
  • Free toiletries
  • Cots

Laundry & Cleaning

  • Washing machine

Transport

  • Paid airport shuttle

House Rules

  • No smoking on site
  • No pets allowed

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.5
Great 1298 reviews

Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 1,298 reviews

Booking.com · 8.5 · 1298 reviews
8.5Verified guest

“Spacious, enjoyable rooms with bunk beds and tea-making facilities. Having a washing machine and stove was a real plus.”

8.5Verified guest

“Beautiful apartment, comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen and a spacious bathroom.”

8.5Verified guest

“The hotel met every need and I would recommend it. Location was prime yet peaceful, public spaces were fairly clean and the staff were friendly. Well furnished and extremely pleasant overall, with a private bathroom.”

8.5Verified guest

“The hotel is brilliant and clean, with delicious food and pleasant staff. There is a nice restaurant attached.”

8.5Verified guest

“A very good stay at this economical hotel. Clean venue, right by a cafe and many bus stops thanks to the marvellous, magnificent location. Incredibly nice staff and everything was perfect.”

8.5Verified guest

“Fantastic location just steps from St Peter's Basilica. The cosy attic room had a cute little balcony, perfect for morning coffee. Vicki and the friendly staff were wonderful.”

04 — Location

Getting around Rome

The property sits in Rome.

St Peter's Basilica: The basilica is the most cited landmark in guest reviews, usually described as a few minutes' walk from the guest house.

Borgo Pio: The street itself is part of Rome's historic Borgo district, with cafes, bus stops and a lively atmosphere noted by guests.

Vatican City: Reviews repeatedly mention the proximity to Vatican City as the property's standout feature.

Borgo Pio 91, Rome, Lazio, 00100, Italy

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

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Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
8 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

How far is Borgo Pio 91 from St Peter's Basilica?

Guest reviews consistently describe the guest house as a few minutes' walk from St Peter's Basilica.

Does Borgo Pio 91 have parking?

No parking is listed on the property's policy.

Are pets allowed at Borgo Pio 91?

No, pets are not allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Borgo Pio 91?

Check-in runs from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.

Do the rooms at Borgo Pio 91 have kitchen facilities?

Many rooms include tea and coffee facilities, while the apartments add a kitchen, dining table, electric kettle and cookware.

The bottom line

For a Vatican-focused stay, Borgo Pio 91 offers an unusually home-like base: kitchen-equipped apartments, a spotless attic room or two, and staff that guests remember by name. It's a guest house over a full-service hotel, but the location and repeat mentions of comfortable beds and morning coffee more than compensate.

8.5Best for travellers who want to wake up steps from St Peter's and don't need hotel extras.

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