Find Historic Hotels in Vatican City

Visitors to Vatican City may want to book a tour of the historical sites. You can also explore the many sights to visit such as cathedral and art

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Cosmopolita is a top 4-star hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Trevi Fountain is a short walk away. Other choices close to historic sites include Hotel Quirinale and Hotel Colosseum.

The larger Rome are is home to 13030 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia with 34 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.

Vatican City is notable for landmarks like Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, and Vatican Museums. In the area, you’ll also find Piazza Navona and Pantheon.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll stay in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Vatican City, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Vatican City, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.