Hotel Vatican Garden Inn Rome - Vatican and St. Peter's 3 Star Hotel

The Vatican City, located just moments from Vatican Garden Inn Rome, is the smallest state in the world. Measuring just 44 hectares, it is its own independent country within Italy with its own flag and headed by Pope Benedict XVI, otherwise known as Papa Ratzinger. Protected by Swiss Guards, the public can gain access to this tiny state by visiting St. Peter’s – the biggest basilica in the world, and through the Vatican museums.

St. Peter’s Square in itself is a masterpiece. The columns that encircle the square created by the masterful Bernini were designed to give the sensation of a warm embrace. The basilica itself, completed in 1626, is capped off by the magnificent dome of Michelangelo which dominates the Roman skyline and offers unrivalled views of the city.

Welcome to the 3 star Vatican Garden Inn Rome, a small boutique Hotel located in the affluent and exclusive suburb of Prati just down the street from St. Peter’s and the Vatican City.Located in a 19th century building surrounded by a luscious garden, this charming yet low-cost accommodation is an ideal option for pilgrims, tourists and backpackers alike. Reserving a budget price Rome hotel could not be any easier with our simple to use booking system.

If lucky enough to be visiting during a Jubilee year, by passing through the gold doors you will be absolved of your sins and be given a universal pardon. Once inside you will astounded by the riches therein, by the religious artefacts and breathtaking artwork. Gold, literally drips from the walls. Michelangelo’s Pieta - a sculpture of Mary holding Jesus after his crucifixion - is heartrending. Behind Plexiglas (due to an unfortunate hammer incident in which Mary lost her arm and a chunk of her nose) this is one of Michelangelo’s finest works.

Don’t miss the downstairs crypt where the bodies of former Popes are on display, including the tomb of the beloved Pope John Paul II who died in 2005.

If you only visit one museum in Rome make sure it is the Vatican Museum. With countless priceless artworks on display there is something for every type of art lover and everybody who is anybody in the world of renaissance art makes an appearance, including Raphael, Botticelli, Caravaggio, da Vinci and more in the form of sculptures, paintings, tapestries, portraits and maps. Culminating in the Sistine Chapel where the Popes are elected, you will be greeted by Michelangelo’s legendary ceiling.

Entrance to the Basilica is free.
Visiting hours are 8.30 to 18.00

Vatican Museums
Opening hours are 8.30 to 18.00 with last entrance at 16.
Price of Admission €14, reduced €8.
A strict door policy is rigorously enforced for both– No exposed shoulders or knees. It’s good to know before you queue for five hours.