Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte
Via della Fontanella di Borghese 56, 00186 Rome Italy
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#1,650 of 4,558 B&Bs / Inns in Rome
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Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte is a luxury bed and breakfast situated in the historic Palazzo Ruspoli, where Napoleone III, former Emperor of France, resided with his mother Hortense de Beauharnais, former Queen Consort of Holland. Conveniently located in the Historic center of Rome, you will be minutes away from the Spanish steps and other renowned monuments in Rome, and a small step away from the boutiques of well-known luxury brands on Via dei Condotti.
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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
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This is a property of deep cultural significance. Dating back to the 16th century, the mansion offers a rare opportunity to immerse in history. Its faded glory adds to the totally unique character and charm.
I strongly recommend this property to those who are not seeking a standard hotel experience. It is a private mansion, opening its doors to the general public. It does not offer typical hotel services (this is the key reason we chose to stay here). When in Rome… live as the Romans do.
You receive your own set of keys to your apartment and the main gate. Returning home in the evening, entering the main entrance, proceeding up the grand staircase to your own pad is an experience unlike any other. Period furniture, original artworks and breathtaking ceiling frescoes indulge the imagination.
The apartments are cleaned daily. Bathrooms are modern and offer all comforts. Breakfast (room service) is not included (as mentioned above - this is not a hotel).
The location could not be more convenient. The place is within walking distance to all sites (30mins to Vatican and Colosseum, 7 mins to Spanish Steps, 15 mins to the Pantheon). There are great restaurants and convenience stores nearby. WiFi was working fine. So did the AC.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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We slept in a museum!! The furnishings, art and lighting were amazing from the 1500-1700’s while the amenities and service were modern day. We had a private tour of the museum rooms by a family member, a direct descendant of Ruspoli himself. Amazing hospitality in historic surroundings. What a stay!!
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Date of stay: May 2023
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For a unique experience in the heart of Rome stay in the Regina Hortensia suite at Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte.
History abounds as you walk up the incredible marble staircase - or take the beautiful wood panelled elevator.
A palatial suite sumptuously furnished and a Super king size bed await you.
Plan your day from the comfort of your suite.
Gusto coffee machine and tea provided as well as a very useful fridge.
The whole experience feels as if you have been invited to stay for a gloriously romantic private ‘Vacanze Romane’.
Situated just a stone’s throw from the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain, put on your walking shoes and enjoy the beauty of the Eternal City!
Adiamo!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Make dinner reservations.
Wear comfortable shoes!
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The Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte is well located. But that's about all I can say. The rooms and accommodation do not meet the description and photos provided by the owners.
The Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte must have been grand at one point - unfortunately it is NOT anymore. In the Princess Pia suite, the 2nd bedroom in one of the suites amounts to a single bed put in an old closet. There is no air conditioning to that 2nd bedroom either. It was 38 degrees Celsius in Rome and about 42 degrees in that little bedroom.
The person staying in the small bedroom (e.g. the closet) has to walk through the master bedroom if they need to use the bathroom. This isn't workable during the night and affords no privacy. You can see from the photos that I've added that the 2nd bedroom is really a closet with a bed.
In the Emperor Bonaparte Suite, the second bedroom isn't a bedroom at all, it 2 Chaise Lounges in a hallway. There is no air conditioning in that room and the anyone staying in the main room has to walk through the "2nd bedroom" to use the bathroom. The listing makes out that the suites are open and spacious. In reality, there is a series of higgledy piggledy hallways that you have to navigate. Even to get to the suites, guest are expects to navigate a set of concrete stairs that opens at the end of one of the narrow corridors.
The photos on Booking.com are very misleading. One might suspect that they are intentionally that way. The photos only show the grand rooms but not the details nor the layout. The smaller rooms, the corridors and the small bathrooms aren't pictured on the listing. The grand rooms themselves are faded and worn. The air conditioning is marginal and one many of the big room don't have any air-conditioning.
On top of that the furniture was sagging, the wood floors creaked when you walked on them and the receptionist tried to extra a late arrival charge from us even though we were actually there at a normal arrival time.
I asked for a refund - which the hotel refused. We are now issuing a chargeback with our credit card to get our money back.
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Date of stay: August 2020
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Response from Maria Pia Ruspoli, General Manager at Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte
Responded Sep 2, 2020
The Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte is an historical palace of the 1500 century located in the center of Rome. Where the young Emperor Bonaparte resided with her mother Ortensia of Beauhrnais, queen of holland, that commissioned the execution of frescoes over the ceilings in all the hotel property. We have just 3 suites: 1_princess pia suite: is the smallest one( relatively small since is over 75 mq) Where there is a large double bed and two others singles rooms with two single beds. Obviously the room has air conditioning. 2_emperor Bonaparte suite: is over 100 mq with a large covered and uncovered terrace, a bedroom with a King size bed and a second room with two single beds and a large bathroom. 3_the suite queen hortensia: is our most important suite where the historic frescoes of Napoleon are and is over 90 mq. In order to have more information of the suite please visit our website: www.residenzaruspolibonaparte.com I am sorry that the customers were not happy, we also offered them a free upgrade in our best suite but they refused. It is not for everyone to live in a museum where art and history are confused with “ On top of that the furniture was sagging, the wood floors creaked when you walked” Just to say that the wood floor is from 1800 and his very historical and is in all of the most important Palace of Rome. Surely the customer would have preferred to stay in modern rooms usually not bigger than 25 mq with modern led lights and new floors in one of the many hotels and hotels chains and not in a historical boutique hotel. Thank you, Maria Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte
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This property is seriously misrepresented on the booking.com site. The Princess Pia suite does not have 2 en suite bedrooms, no additional bathroom, no fireplace and no safe. The 2nd bedroom is basically a collapsed couch in the sitting area. The photos are a con - the room is accessed off the main staircase and up a ridiculously steep flight of stairs - converted servants quarters. Lift was broken (102 stairs) and there was no hot water on 2 mornings. Incredibly rude property owner (Maria). Was refused a refund for the unused nights after she agreed to do so, then reneged (she agreed to refund if booking.com could point out where she had misrepresented the property. Which they did !). I feel defrauded !
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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It’s like a fairytale. Sleeping in a 16th Century palazzo in the heart of Rome. The Prince is still in residence and the young princess makes you feel at home- Italian Style!
Location 10/10
Cleanliness 10/10
Hospitality 12/10
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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The positives: Location and Edwin, the butler and general handyman.
The palace is beautiful but that is where it ends. We had no hot water for 2 days and had to use an unfinished bathroom that was far away from our room in order to be able to have hot showers. We were refunded a night for the inconvenience but as soon as we left, the hotel charged my card without authorization, taking back the refund. I am now having to take legal action via my bank to get my money back. In addition, they charged us €70 for each taxi transfer having quoted me €60 (when the cost of a normal taxi is about €45). The customer service is abysmal and the practices very strange (i.e. They make you pay for the entire stay at check in). Do not waste your money here - the "hotel" should be shut down and turned into a museum. It is the absolute worst experience I can imagine having in a hotel and the special trip for my boyfriend´s birthday was ruined by the experience.
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Date of stay: March 2017Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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No better place to spend a week in the Eternal City! As I climbed the marvelous marble steps to our suite, I immediately felt thrown back in time to a world of splendor and intrigue. I could almost see the halls filled with jewel laden ladies dressed in luxurious gowns, welcoming guests. Keep in mind this marvelous palace is not a hotel, but a true aristocratic home where you are a treasured guest. Breakfast served at a time of your choosing - in your dining room, the suites were cleaned each day, and management available 24/7. Although we stayed in their smallest suite, it was huge compared to what you would have at even the most prestigious 5-star hotel. I loved the personnel. Jojo was amazing! And the location!!! Wow! It was smack in the middle of shopping and restaurant paradise that would rival luxurious Madison Avenue in New York City. The palace was so conveniently located, that we walked to all sites that were a must-see in Rome. I would highly recommend this place for visiting families, friends who wish for incredible value and comfort.
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Date of stay: April 2015Trip type: Traveled with family
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Booked a suite in this hotel for 4 nights, 2 months ahead and received the confirmation and several emails from the hotel with information to which I always answered. Five days before the stay I received a note from the booking agency cancelling the reservation.
The motive was "high demand and fee changes" and unlike previous emails, this time the hotel did not send any email nor did it answer our emails. We tried to reach through phone several times but were always sent to the voice mail.
I cannot therefore advise anyone to book a room here as it represents the worse of this country's train of thought. Way to ruin someone's New Year Eve less than a week beforehand.
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Date of stay: December 2014Trip type: Traveled with family
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We visited many palaces in Europe, Versailles in Paris, Reina Sofia in Madrid, Belvedere in Vienna, and many others, but have the possibility of live in a real palace, with all the glamour of the Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte, is a must you should experience.
Nothnig is fake, no scenery. Artworks everywhere. big stairs, high ceilings, silversmith's, draws, paintings. You are living inside of the history.
The location is unbeatable, just in the corner of Via Condotti and Via del Corso, in front of the best shops of Rome. 3 blocks away from Piazza di Spagna, 5 minutes walk from Piazza Navona and 10 to la Fontanna de Trevi.
The staff is so kind and ready to help you and make you feel part of the royalty.
They give you a cumplimentary cell phone.
The breakfast is good, some croasants and bread, orange juice, jogurt and coffe, the way we use to get it in Argentina. But if you need anything else I guess they can help you with your need.
I found the price incredibly low for such amazing an big place (almost 100m2 or 1100sqf).
we visited the other 2 suites, and believe me they are a "royal dreem".
There is a "jumbo" led Tv in the living room and the wifi is accesible in all the suite.
There is no 24hs front desk now, but they do not discard to change this in the future.
That could be the only "negative" issue if you usually go to hotels. But if you had ever stayed and enjoyed in an apartment this is the best option for sure.
Tks to the staff and to Ruspoli's royal family!
Fernando & Valeria
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Date of stay: July 2014Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Depends on the size you are loking for. We stayed in the smallest (100 m2 or 1100 sqf...
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Dear sir,
All our Suites have minibar, we can help you arrange for a rental car!
PRICE RANGE
$377 - $756 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte
Which popular attractions are close to Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte?
Nearby attractions include Serra (0.3 miles), Spanish Steps (0.2 miles), and I Virtuosi dell'opera di Roma (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and meeting rooms.
Which room amenities are available at Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte?
Conveniently located restaurants include ADESSO Vineria-Bistrot, Bono Bottega Nostrana - Piazza di Spagna, and Ad Hoc Ristorante (Piazza del Popolo).
Are pets allowed at Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, and Italian.
Are there any historical sites close to Residenza Ruspoli Bonaparte?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore (1.2 miles), St. Peter's Basilica (1.2 miles), and Colosseum (1.2 miles).