[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Elegant historic villa, 8km to Rome, air con, pool, spa, bbq, garden, services Family-friendly villa with a fitness center and an outdoor pool ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90510000/90508400/90508380/69109203.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90510000/90508400/90508380/92232d8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90510000/90508400/90508380/50eaf4c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90510000/90508400/90508380/b816e38a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90510000/90508400/90508380/f645f2bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the essence of Rome at Villa il Cardinale, where ancient history and modern luxury blend seamlessly. Unwind in the heated pool or hot tub, indulge in local produce from the vegetable garden, or practice yoga on the outdoor covered platform. The villa's luxurious master bedroom features a Caesar size bed and a marble en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 7 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Hot tub - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Elegant historic villa, 8km to Rome, air con, pool, spa, bbq, garden, services Last year,"Meet Me in Rome", an American movie was filmed at the villa. Check out the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdP4D8ZCcjM This is my family home and I care for it together with my partner, Alex, and my lovely staff, Stefania et alia. DESCRIPTION OF THE VILLA: Last year,"Meet Me in Rome", an American movie was filmed at the villa. Check out the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdP4D8ZCcjM The luxury master bedroom, with the antique fireplace, has a bed that is bigger than an Emperor size (it is, aptly, a Caesar size bed!), a large, contemporary en-suite bathroom with walk-in-shower, its own gorgeous terrace overlooking the garden, and its own dressing rooms. Upstairs there are two further beautiful en-suite bedrooms, one with an Emperor size bed, as well as four more bedrooms that share two recently modernised bathrooms, with walk-in-showers, between them. The upper floor opens onto a delightful garden with an ancient Roman archaeological area, complete with garden furniture, parasols and lighting. Just above the archeological remains, you can enjoy the life of an ancient Roman by plunging in a luxurious hot tub spa for 6 people ideal for hydrotherapy, relaxation or pleasure with powerful jets for massage purposes. The hot tub, reminiscent of and consistent with ancient Roman ablution practices, is situated outdoors, against the backdrop of the 1st century AD wall. In a separate area of the garden, under olive trees, and close to the vegetable patch and the yoga platform, you can enjoy the heated swimming pool. In the intimate and yet spectacular garden there are several areas for outdoor eating under secular Roman pine trees. A ping-pong table is available to our guests. On the ground floor, which can be reached from a ceramic and travertine marble staircase, there are two large reception rooms, each with a marble and stone fireplace, travertine stone floors, and high vaulted ceilings. One of the reception rooms, boasting two ancient Egyptians columns with Roman capitals, can be used as a dining or sitting room. There is a very spacious kitchen, with a professional 'gas cooker, complete with a large electric thermo-convection oven ideal for cooking at very high levels. The kitchen, with a vaulted ceiling, has a gorgeous fireplace perfect for roasting food and sitting around sipping a glass of good wine. There is a big cellar made to be filled with delicious wines, stacked up against its 4th century wall.Part of the cellar also functions as a utility room with two large fridges, a sink, a dishwasher, a washing machine and a dryer. The rear kitchen door opens onto a functioning bread/pizza oven and a small fountain.The pizza-oven corner is covered by an awning and it is flood-lit. It has a seating area designed for fun evenings families and their children making pizza together under the guidance of our expert pizzaiolo. We can provide all the ingredients as well as the 'pizzaiolo' for making your favourite pizza! Behind the kitchen there is a further single bedroom, with its own shower room (and separate entrance by the pizza oven). This could be used as an extra room for a young person, a nanny or a yoga teacher. The lower garden is wonderful, with a patio and portico that allow for outdoor dining, and entertaining, dancing, or listening to music. At one end of the large patio there is a large built-in brick barbecue and a fountain, garden lights and space for entertaining for up to 100 people. All around there are fruit trees and wonderfully secluded areas of the garden. Own car is recommended. However, there is also public transport, two buses, 5 minutes walk away, and two train stations, one at Settebagni (the train reaches the Stazione Tiburtina in 20 minutes, and from there there is the connection to the Rome Metro or trains to all parts of Italy), the other from Saxa Rubra directly to Piazzale Flaminio and Piazza del Popolo. Both stations are only 7 minutes drive away. THE VILLA’S USP This is a truly unique property. Its walls, stones, its multiple layers speak of Roman history, of the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance. Every mosaic stone in the garden bears the memory of Imperial Rome, its rise, and its decadence. Yet the villa is only two steps away from the ring-road that connects all Roman roads. As we know, "All roads lead to Rome". The villa is one of the precious historic houses of the region: it is included in the list of the Dimore Storiche of Italy (see https://www.dimorestoricheitaliane.it/). You will benefit from hiring a car so as to drive into Rome centre along the Via Salaria (Flaminia or Cassia) in only 15 minutes. Or you may choose to drive for 7 minutes to the nearest train stations that lead into Rome centre and connect to the metro service. As a former curator and art historian I love telling the history of the Villa and, with my partner, who is a trained historian and a journalist, we love offering tours of Rome and its museums. TOP AMENITIES: heated pool; hot tub; deck chairs; air conditioning; central heating; wi-fi; luxury bathtub in the master bedroom; Caesar size and Emperor size beds, walk-in showers; outdoor covered platform for yoga retreats; yoga mats, blocks and bolsters; ping-pong table; vegetable garden with local produce; parking for up to 10 cars; various services available, including concierge, fridge-fill, guide to Roman museums and antique sites, breakfast, dinners, events, etc. CANCELLATION POLICY We chose a strict cancellation policy because we want to be sure that whoever chooses Villa il Cardinale does it with commitment and enthusiasm, just as we ourselves welcome our guests'. However we are happy to consider individual situations. If you have a serious problem and need to cancel, we are happy to bend out cancellation policy or move the booking to another available date. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Massage - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limo/town car service - Car available - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 7 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the city center - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Gym - Heated pool - Table tennis - Golfing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92810000/92807900/92807815/1ace806b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magnificent Luxury Villa in Rome. 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We can offer an airport transfer service and also a daily shuttle to the centre of town, there and back. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 80 Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number IT058091B47CMC2JMB ### We should mention All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed GBP 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.99000%2C12.51990&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZzlMhElO5a98gwUhEPNjTyUsH4s=) Roma, Città Metropolitana di Roma #### What's nearby - Port of Rome Mall - 3 min drive - 3.3 km - Stadio Olimpico - 11 min drive - 11.3 km - Villa Borghese - 14 min drive - 12.3 km - Spanish Steps - 16 min drive - 12.3 km - Trevi Fountain - 17 min drive - 13.8 km #### Getting around - Rome Fidene Station - 4 min drive - Prima Porta Station - 6 min drive - Ciampino Airport (CIA) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Pizzeria L'appetitosa - ‬5 min drive - ‪Il Caffettino - ‬3 min drive - ‪Ristorante Pizzeria - PappaReale - ‬2 min drive - ‪Pasticceria La Perla - ‬5 min drive - ‪A.Ro.Ma Bar - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Elegant historic villa, 8km to Rome, air con, pool, spa, bbq, garden, services have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Elegant historic villa, 8km to Rome, air con, pool, spa, bbq, garden, services pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. ### Where is Elegant historic villa, 8km to Rome, air con, pool, spa, bbq, garden, services located? > This family-friendly Rome villa is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Port of Rome Mall and Tiber River. National Selection and Recruitment Center and Via Nomentana are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Elegant historic villa, 8km to Rome, air con, pool, spa, bbq, garden, services Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location 10 - Excellent 65 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### paul p. Jul 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Out of a movie! Villa Cardinali tucked away in the Roman hills, was magical. We visited with our married children, their spouses and our 6 grandchildren. A family of 12. The villa accommodated us very well with its beautifully appointed spacious old-world rooms. There is a pool, and this was a real plus especially for the children! If you are looking for a retreat, a place of peace and serenity to get away from the busy streets while visiting Rome, this is it. The owner Marina and her staff member Stephania were very welcoming, kind and accommodating. Both truly went the extra mile to ensure we had a wonderful and most memorable stay! ##### paul p. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rodney G. Jun 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Villa in Rome Our stay at the Villa can only be described as incredible!! The host was so accommodating for all of our needs. She arranged transportation and tours for us and all 10 of our family voted the stay as the best on our 17 day trip! On our first night we took advantage of the Stone Pizza oven and had the best pizza of our lives!! We couldn't have been happier with this service! My husband turned 77 while we were there, and I requested an original Italian dinner and Marina outdid herself!! From the first course to the last one it was just incredible. The pictures don't do the place justice. The grounds are beautiful, and it was very relaxing! If we ever travel to Rome again, we would only stay at this location as it was FANTASTIC. If I could give it 10 stars I would. ##### Rodney G. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sebastian K. Jul 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highlight of our family trip Our stay at your incredible Villa was the highlight of our family trip! First of all, the beautiful accommodations for the 12 of us were so perfect. As we ranged from 14 to 85 years old- the rooms we had seemed destined for our own individual needs. Our room was perfect. Having both a separate and common entrance was a great unexpected perk! The refreshing pool was a perfect spot for gathering and relaxing after a hot day in Rome. The pizza making night was so memorable- each of us being able to individualize our own pizzas if we desired, under excellent supervision and in 3 minutes was fabulous! The celebration evening of a milestone anniversary was an evening to remember. The 2 singers in the courtyard, the music that got ALL of us dancing still brings tears of happiness to my eyes! Our dinner that night created by a local chef who expertly crafted a menu taking all of our dietary needs into consideration was delicious as well as beautiful. We can’t thank you enough Marina, for making your home such a wonderful welcoming place for our family! We ALL want to return, and look forward to doing so!! ##### Sebastian K. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy B. Jul 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Historic Family Villa We already miss Villa il Cardinale! The villa fit everyone in our 14-person group with room for more. Marina welcomed us warmly to the home where she grew up. Her personal touches make this exquisitely preserved villa feel more like a home than a hotel. Every time we entered a room, we discovered a new treasure: a family photo, a work of art (many created by Marina or her mother), a keepsake, a book, and more. The beautifully maintained estate combines an authentic feeling of old Italy with modern luxury. The bedrooms are spacious, comfortable, and well-appointed. The refreshing pool was a perfect spot for gathering and relaxing after a hot day in Rome’s city center. Remarkably, despite the heat, the house stays cool all day without air conditioning because of its historic, thick walls. The marble staircase, beautiful doors, barrel ceilinged kitchen, 4th century Egyptian columns, capacious outdoor patio and the stone walls encircling the hillside above the house (built at the height of the Roman Empire) all add to the charm. There are layers of history everywhere. The villa truly is a microcosm of why you visit Rome! All in all, Villa Cardinale was the ideal place for our extended family to gather and feel that it was our home too - even if only for a week or two. Marina made sure our visit was the best it could be including family cooking classes and restaurant tips. Both she and Stefania delighted in making everything right for our stay, going beyond our expectations. ##### Sandy B. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith f. Jul 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our Roman Holiday We rented the villa for three weeks in July, with a different group of friends and family coming to stay each week. Marina and Stefania were a constant source of assistance and managed a seamless turnover between each group of guests. The first week, my entire family was here with four grandchildren. They enjoyed exploring the gardens and particularly spending time in the pool. Over the course of our stay, we had people with very diverse interests, so the location of the villa, with access to public transportation, allowed everyone to pursue their own individual itineraries. The most unique aspect of the Villa, however, is that stepping through the doors felt like stepping back in time. Every corner tells a story, and the remnants of ancient buildings add to the overall charming ambience. The nearby restaurant, Nashville, quickly became a favorite spot for all of our different guests. We rapidly became regular customers, greeted as we entered by the colorful owner. The pizza is also fantastic. Our stay at this Villa was truly magical. We left feeling rejuvenated, grateful for the memories we created, and Very satisfied with the special touches provided by Marina and Stefania. ##### Keith f. Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bernadett D., Lake Forest, Illinois, USA Aug 21, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay We stayed here for one week on a family vacation. We are a fairly demanding family when we travel and the property owner and staff tended to all of our needs and went out of their way to ensure that our stay was as enjoyable as it could be starting from home made pizza night to getting us reservations at some of Rome’s most coveted restaurants. We absolutely recommend this beautiful villa for anyone looking to stay in Rome. ##### Bernadett D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Inge J. Aug 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Roman historical villa Amazing location, decoration and setting with great hosts! Simply perfect stay with the family! ##### Inge J. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle F. Jul 14, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Lovely Respite in Rome Charming and beautiful historical country home on the outskirts of Rome. The only thing that is not perfect is its proximity to the ring-road (nearby highway), and distance from the center, but it is easy to forget as you explore the old formal rooms, have breakfast in the traditional kitchen, and discover one-by-one all the different gardens, lawns, and terraces. A highlight was a quiet snooze by the pool with hillside breezes coming in from the ocean after a day of crowds and heat in the center of Rome. Our bedroom had beautiful sheets and a great mattress, plus air conditioning, making for the best nights of sleep on our whole European tour. The proprietress, Marina, and her team of care-takers are constantly working to improve the property, which was her family home when she was growing up. Marina is an excellent hostess, helping with booking taxis and making recommendations for things to do and see. Next time we go we will use the local train (from Sette Bagne) to get into town to cut down on taxi fees, and we will bring friends to help fill the beautiful house. ##### Danielle F. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline L. Jul 5, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Midsummers Night Roman Dream Villa Il Cardinale’s magical position on a hill outside the centre of Rome is the perfect setting for a step back in time. The rose- pink Villa is more than a home, it is a treasure full of loved objects, books, photographs and paintings. Perfect for lovers of history, Art, gardens , fresh lemons and, of course, for lovers, new and old. We had our marriage blessing in the garden surrounded by family and friends and it felt both intimate and public with olive and lemon trees, a Roman Font and 2nd century wall as silent witnesses. Marina and her team were unobtrusive and helpful and we cannot thank you enough. It was beyond expectations. ##### Caroline L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerard D. Jun 23, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay at Villa il Cardinale We had a wonderful 5 days staying aWe had a wonderful 4 days staying at Villa Calli! We were a family of 8 (my wife and I, our adult, children, their partners and friends). It was the perfect location for us on a hill abut 20-25 mins from the centre of Rome by car. The Villa has old world Rome charm it contains an exotic mix of elements from the splendour of Italian glass chandeliers to original ancient Roman columns and other ! We were a family of 8 (my wife and I, our adult, children, their partners and friends). It was the perfect location for us on a hill abut 20-25 mins from the centre of Rome by car. The Villa has old world Rome charm it contains an exotic mix of elements from the splendour of Italian glass chandeliers to original ancient Roman columns and other antiquities, it is a microcosm of history. Overall the ambience of the villa reflected the city and we loved it. It is built into a hill with surrounding terrace gardens with lots of places to meet, eat or relax. The roaming garden spaces also meant everyone could find a private place when they wanted to. We loved the bedrooms with private balconies and the newly installed air conditioning which made sleeping very comfortable. It also has two (one indoor and one outdoor) yoga spaces with mats and we had our brood doing morning yoga just for fun because the tools were there. The villa has a small open-air pool which was terrific to plunge into after a hot day’s sightseeing in Rome. It also has wood fired pizza oven and on the evening of our arrival our host Marina organized a a professional pizza maker to come and cook the pizza. We all joined in creating our own wonderful pizzas! Despite the Villa’s peripheral location, the train system is really good (if slow) and a taxi for 6 from central Rome to the villa is ~€25 which worked for us as we did not have a car. The Ristorante Bel Poggio is a 2 minute walk from the villa is a good option if you don’t want to cook. Our host Marina also took care of every detail before our arrival (airport transfers etc.) and could not have been more helpful. Marina also arrange for Stefania, the housekeeper to come in every morning to prepare breakfast and make up the bedrooms. Stefania was a joy, she looked after us extremely well and was always smiling, it is hard to imagine how she could have been more pleasant and helpful and I highly recommend her to you. We had a memorable time at Villa Calli and will return in the years to come. ##### Gerard D. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin K. Apr 22, 2019 #### Villa Il Cardinale The house is seeped in history, with substantial traces of Roman baths in the house and extensive gardens. Set on a verdant hill, it has a highly individual character and has been updated with great tact. Assisted by the attentive owner, the visitor is guaranteed a truly memorable experience. ##### Martin K. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric W. Mar 27, 2019 #### Beautiful historic villa Our family went to Rome for the dedication of the new temple in Rome. The villa was perfectly situated for our trip being only a 5 minute drive. The Villa was beautiful, we were so well cared for. A highlight of the trip was certainly our wood fired pizza party that was arranged for us. We loved the villa and the trip! ##### Eric W. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew M. Nov 9, 2018 #### A beautiful weekend at Villa Il Cardinale Another fantastic yoga retreat at Villa Il Cardinale. It's like coming home again. The students all loved the house and beautiful gardens. The new pool is a fantastic addition and it was brilliant to be practicing outdoors on the new yoga deck. Marina, Stefania, and Francesco were as warm and welcoming as ever. Everything went without a hitch and allowing my students to just relax, de-stress and re-charge. Everyone had a brilliant time. I look forward to being back soon. Thanks Marina, Stefania and Francesco! Andrew ##### Andrew M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Inge J. Oct 2, 2018 #### Amazing place, setting and service We stayed again in Villa il Cardinale with a group of friends and had an amazing time there. The staff is extremely helpful and nice and this year's addition of the swimming pool made it an unforgettable experience in the neighbourhoods of Rome. We' ll be back for sure! ##### Inge J. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Inge J. Oct 1, 2018 #### Amazing property with all comfort The stay in Villa Il Cardinale is amazing: the location, the house, the comfort as well as the friendliness of the host and the people. It is extremely well- maintained, there is a swimming pool now, which makes it truely heaven on earth. The only thing to know is to organize private transport to Rome city center since the public transport is limited. Simply stunning and I would highly recommend this place and its hosts! ##### Inge J. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Farrell M. Sep 18, 2018 #### Stunning property. Wonderful and helpful staff! The villa is beautiful, historic, cozy, airy and eclectic. Perfect for a retreat. Lots of space to mingle and take some quiet time as well. The staff at the villa are kind, attentive and a joy to work with and the villa owner is very involved as well. The pool is a saving grace during the heat of summer in Rome but the house is actually quite airy as well and is cool and breezy during the day and night. A beautiful property that I hope to return to again some day soon! ##### Farrell M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ronnie L. Jan 5, 2018 #### Beautiful, charming, and comfortable! Who could ask for more. My family and I just returned from a marvelous vacation at Villa Il Cardinale in Rome. What a unique property it is and how very comofrtable and contented our group of 15 were for our entire stay. Thanks to the property itself, which was gorgeous and very much of a "one of a kind" home, and the attentiveness of Villa Owner Marina Wallace and her staff, our every need was addressed. The lit fireplaces were indeed "magical," as they had been described, our master bedroom was fit for an emperor (indeed we could probably have fit a half a dozen or so people in the bed itself, the gardens were charming, and the entire ambiance of this "gem from another era" captivated us all. Just a short distance from downtown Rome, the villa provided a quiet, tranquil spot in which we could relax after an exciting day (or night) in "The Eternal City." Everyone in our family hopes to return to the Villa again, someday, and there is no better compliment than that! ##### Ronnie L. Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam W. Oct 22, 2017 #### A wonderful getaway I stayed at the villa on a yoga retreat and it was absolutely beautiful. The rooms are luxurious and comfortable and the gardens are lovely. The whole place is kept to a very high standard and everyone we dealt with was so helpful. Would definitely come back! ##### Adam W. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew M. Oct 15, 2017 #### Another fantastic weekend at this beautiful Villa Was great to be back hosting my yoga retreat at Villa Il Cardinale. Once again everything went perfectly from the start. All my students loved the house and beautiful gardens. Once again we were made to feel very welcome by Marina and Stefania, who offered great support all round. It very much felt like a home from home. Everything was effortless and we all had a fantastic time. I really couldn't have asked for more and l'm looking forward to being back next year. Thanks Marina and Stefania! Andrew ##### Andrew M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Inge J. Sep 18, 2017 #### Perfect stay, excellent hosts and a wonderful location The stay in Villa Il Cardinale has been an excellent experience. The hosts are really extraordinary, as well as the setting and the facilities. The Villa is in a wonderful garden and has all services and infrastructure for having reunions or parties. We enjoyed every part of it and were amazed to be able to spend some time in this historical place. ##### Inge J. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise C., Ipswich Jul 30, 2017 #### A lovely way to visit Rome. RELAX and then, GET THEE TO ROME! Our stay could not have been more magical. More to come... ##### Denise C. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cristian C. May 19, 2017 #### Wonderful Marina è eccezzionale e molto disponibile, Stefania che gestisce la casa è molto ma molto affettuosa e disponibile anche lei. Posto molto bello e assolutamente tranquillo. ##### Cristian C. Stayed 1 night in May 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sebastian K. Feb 28, 2017 #### Magnificent stay in a magical Rome villa Dear Marina and Stefania, We wanted to let you know what a fantastic time we had at your very special home. Thank you so much for making our stay in your magnificent home so comfortable, fun and lovely. All of the thought and planning you put into our stay did not go unnoticed and was very much appreciated. The recommendations you made were fantastic — from the in-home catered dinner by Bel Poggio, to the preparation of the magnificent fires, to the fun pizza evening and the wonderful driving services of Eleonora and crew. And knowing that Stefania was just a Whatsapp message away was also incredibly helpful. We also really enjoyed Francesco! It was a perfect place to both enjoy the holiday and time together while also having quick and easy access to all that Rome has to offer. It was a special trip for our family and we will all remember Villa Il Cardinale fondly. Best wishes to you both for a very Happy New Year! With gratitude, Cynthia, Jamie and family ##### Sebastian K. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrycja S. Nov 10, 2016 #### Little heaven on earth! Villa Cardinale II is a real gem! One of those places that you just know you need to come back to. I've had a wonderful time during the 4 days Yoga retreat back in October. Marina has been an excellent host and a fabulous Yoga teacher, making sure everyone felt great during their stay. I loved every minute of my stay, including the freshly home-made food, welcoming, warm and friendly atmosphere, morning Yoga exercises, mindfulness, evening talks with a glass of wine and our trip to Rome. Thank you so much for making this such an unforgettable experience for me! ##### Patrycja S. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Peter S. Nov 8, 2016 #### Villa Cardinale A great Roman experience Lovely arrangement Proffessional, extremly helpful and friendly staff Wonderful Roman villa wiht great garden Quite simple bathrooms and toilets ##### Peter S. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Trastevere Roma | UNA Esperienze](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-UNAHOTELS-Trastevere-Roma.h74055827.Hotel-Information) > > [The Republic Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-The-Republic-Hotel.h22268731.Hotel-Information) > > [The Guardian Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-The-Guardian-Hotel.h15634169.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Rome Parco de’ Medici](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Sheraton-Parco-De-Medici-Rome-Hotel.h49268.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Hotel Universo](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Hotel-Universo.h21157.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Canada, BW Premier Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Hotel-Canada.h11357.Hotel-Information) > > [Mama Shelter Roma](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Mama-Shelter-Roma.h64593148.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Rome-St. Peter's Hotel & Spa by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Rome-St-Peters-Hotel-Spa.h14184.Hotel-Information) > > [Singer Palace Hotel Roma](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Singer-Palace-Hotel.h21117476.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Diana Roof Garden](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Hotel-Diana-Roof-Garden.h787014.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Excelsior, Rome](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-The-Westin-Excelsior.h8002.Hotel-Information) > > [Golden Tulip Rome Piram](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Golden-Tulip-Rome-Piram.h1406673.Hotel-Information) > > [The Glam](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-The-Glam.h15335833.Hotel-Information) > > [Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Sofitel-Rome-Villa-Borghese.h9234.Hotel-Information) > > [Mercure Roma Centro Colosseo](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Mercure-Roma-Centro-Colosseo.h525130.Hotel-Information) > > [iQ Hotel Roma](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-IQ-Hotel-Roma.h3546384.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hoxton Rome](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-The-Hoxton-Rome.h61603357.Hotel-Information) > > [Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Rome-Cavalieri.h14941.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Rome- Eur Parco Dei Medici by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Rome-Eur-Parco-Dei-Medici.h16515.Hotel-Information) > > [Gioberti Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Gioberti-Hotel.h70681.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Artemide](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Hotel-Artemide.h45856.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hive Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-The-Hive-Hotel.h24463268.Hotel-Information) > > [Rome Marriott Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Rome-Marriott-Park-Hotel.h1570454.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu GHR Hotel, Rome](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-GHR-Hotel.h10755.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Nazionale](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Hotel-Nazionale.h26756.Hotel-Information) > > [Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel - A Leading Hotel of the World](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Anantara-Palazzo-Naiadi-Rome-Hotel-A-Leading-Hotel-Of-The-World.h907346.Hotel-Information) > > [The St. Regis Rome](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-The-St-Regis-Rome.h23489.Hotel-Information) > > [H10 Palazzo Galla](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-H10-Palazzo-Galla.h74972957.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Quirinale](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-Hotel-Quirinale.h1058.Hotel-Information) > > [UNA Hotels Decò Roma](https://www.expedia.ca/Rome-Hotels-UNAHOTELS-Deco-Roma.h2222425.Hotel-Information)