The best Airbnbs in Rome for a magical getaway

Best for: Couples.

If sightseeing is your goal, you can’t go wrong with this cute and affordable apartment that’s just a 15-minute walk from the Colosseum and a few minutes away from Termini station. Despite being in the heart of it all, this Airbnb is on a quiet street and comes with a calming garden view so you can sleep easy after a day of walking. And with this unbeatable location, you’ll be doing plenty of that. There’s a small kitchen, living area, aircon and free on-street parking.

Time Out tip: There’s great vintage shopping in this old neighbourhood. You can bag Italian vintage from just €5 at Humana.

Price: From €170 per night.

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps two guests.

Location: Monti.

Best for: Living like a local.

Trastevere is one of the coolest neighbourhoods in Rome. Famous for its maze of narrow cobblestone streets, artisan workshops, and buzzing nightlife. Lined with bars, trattorias, and cafés, it comes alive after dark as locals and visitors mingle over food, wine, and music, capturing the true spirit of la dolce vita. This bright flat, which comes with a dining area, living room and kitchen, is in an oldy worldy, typical Rome apartment block and comes with a stunning view of the historic Piazza di S. Calisto. Its many windows are perfect for people watching.

Time Out tip: Climb Janiculum Hill, which is just above Trastevere, it offers one of the best panoramic views of Rome.

Price: From €148 per night.

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps four guests.

Location: Trastevere.

Best for: Foodies.

This spotless, sunny apartment is a great place to unwind between sightseeing and leisurely meals throughout Rome. Located in a historic building in Rome’s former meatpacking district, foodie travelers will particularly love the neighborhood. Testaccio is gritty and cool, with natural wine bars, historic restaurants and some of the best markets in town. It’s also a short walk to Trastevere, Circo Massimo and Garbatella (another local quartiere worth checking out). The Airbnb has a comfortable bed, air conditioning and blackout curtains, ensuring a peaceful sleep, and washing machine with dryer so you can take care of laundry during your trip.

Time Out tip: Try the cacio e pepe at Felice a Testaccio – you won’t be disappointed. 

Price: From €263 per night.

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps two guests.

Location: Testaccio.

Why would a local recommend it? Roman cuisine was born in Testaccio and the neighborhood remains full of local flair and flavors. Stop by the Testaccio market to sample decadent street food and before strolling through the Protestant Cemetery — located in the shadows of an ancient Egyptian pyramid — and admiring classical sculptures at Centrale Montemartini, a defunct powerplant. Livia Hengel

Best for: Families.

Most travellers don’t venture up to Ponte Milvio during a brief trip to Rome, but if you’re planning on visiting the Olympic Stadium for a match or a concert, this is the best place to stay. This bright, comfortable apartment is elegantly furnished and super safe and quiet thanks to double-paned windows. It has a small terrace where you can enjoy your morning cappuccino and access to a private park where kids can play. Nearby are plenty of quaint bistros, cafes and grocery stores if you’re planning to cook. You can hop on a bike and cruise along the Tiber River to reach the historic center of Rome, hop on a bus or take the #2 tram down to Piazza del Popolo.

Time Out tip: There’s a snack bar around the corner which serves amazing gelato.

Price: From €132 per night.

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps four guests.

Location: Ponte Milvio.

Why would a local recommend it? This is an apartment that will make you feel like you’re living in Rome – and that proximity to the Olympic Stadium is great for matches and concerts. Livia Hengel

Best for: Art lovers.

Brimming with old-school romance, this rustic beam-studded hideaway is full of pretty and unique touches. Snuggle down in one of the best Rome apartments there is, with a bedroom lined with shelves heaving with rows of vintage books and leather-bound folios. Eat home-cooked pasta in the antiques-strewn living room with walls dotted with gilt mirrors and elegant artwork that wouldn't look out of place in the city’s MAXXI Gallery. Situated on a quiet street in Trastevere, it’s also within easy walking distance from all of Rome’s cultural highlights. There’s also an all-important air-con to keep you cool in the sweltering summer months. 

Time Out tip: You don’t have to travel far for a dose of culture. It’s not uncommon for street performers to play music to customers outside the restaurants on this street.

Price: From €223 per night.

Beds: Two bedrooms. Sleeps four guests.

Location: Trastevere.

Best for: Interior design.

Rome Airbnbs don't get much better located than this – it’s ten minutes from the Colosseum and most of the major landmarks are within easy reach on foot. But you don’t even need to walk out of the front door to experience a genuine slice of Italy – this charming little studio flat is full of authentic character and charm. It’s got exposed-brick walls, barrel-vaulted ceilings, shelves lined with earthenware pots and a veranda layered with ivy.

Time Out tip: You can walk to the Colosseum in 10 minutes.

Price: From €160 per night.

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps three guests.

Location: Monti.

Best for: History lovers.

Many of us head to Italy with dreams of the Romanesque and the Renaissance, but the Italian talent for beauty and artistry isn’t, of course, confined to those ancient far away time periods. This elegant-in-the-extreme apartment in the Piazza de Ricci is a visual lesson in how past-meets-present in modern Rome. Frescoed ceilings and heritage paintings combine with a striking glass internal balcony and sleek contemporary furnishings. The bedroom places you up close to that ceiling and, when you need to get ready for dinner in style, there’s a Turkish bath and chromotherapy bathroom to pamper yourself in.

Time Out tip: You’re right on the River Tiber here and what better way to explore the city than by boat. There’s plenty of boat tours that will show you the sights.

Price: From €301 per night.

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps four guests.

Location: Piazza De Ricci, Regola Rione.

Best for: Views of the Fontana di Trevi.

Even if this apartment wasn’t very, very luxurious, its location alone would grant it a place on this list. With some of the finest views of the Trevi Fountain in all of Rome, it’s a phenomenal base from which to explore the city. And it is, of course, also rather spectacularly fancy. With chandelier bling and an all-white finish, this one’s a doozy.

Time Out tip: In addition to being moments away from the fountain, you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to dining-out options. Pizza in Trevi is certainly worth a slice.

Price: From €300 per night.

Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps three guests.

Location: Trevi Square, Rione Trevi.

Best for: A peaceful night's sleep.

Looking for something special, to share with a large group of friends? Simply stepping into the entrance hall here will make you feel like a bona fide member of Italian nobility. It’s a very grand, pretty apartment block with a sweet, private garden to boot. Plus, an extra folder bed can be added on request and it's only a three-minute walk from Metro A or 15-20 minute walk to the Vatican and San Peter, so you’re right in the heart of it all. It's afforable price also makes it a top choice for cheap Airbnbs in Rome, Italy. 

Time Out tip: Just outside is Bar Pansera, home to the best homemade pastries in the Vatican area.

Price: From €186 per night.

Beds: Two bedrooms. Sleeps eight guests.

Location: Trastevere.

Best for: Views of the Colosseum. 

Let's not beat about the bush. You're renting this modest one-bed for one reason and one reason only: that view. Actually, that's not strictly true. It's within walking distance of all the must-sees of ancient Rome, this place – in an 18th-century building no less – is a real hidden gem. But nothing quite tops that breathtaking sight of the Colosseum you'll wake up to every morning. Wow.

Time Out tip: Open your window and you might be able to hear a violinist playing in the streets at night.
Price: From €211 per night.
Beds: One bedroom. Sleeps two guests.
Location: Monti.

Best for: Group stays.

We love this fourth-floor penthouse for how it matches sophistication with a strong sense of fun and vivacity. Located close to the Vatican City, the walls of this spacious apartment are adorned with vibrant abstract art – that is, if they’re not huge floor-to-ceiling windows. The hosts have a penchant for large, lush houseplants and one-of-a-kind accessories, but they’ve kept their passions limited to a selection of objects that all feel very specifically and neatly chosen. We particularly love the dining area and the wonderfully bold artwork behind the table but, hey, you’re in Prati so dining out is also going to be high up your list of things to do.

Time Out tip: Have breakfast at the colourful Casa Matti. You can thank us later.

Price: From €611 per night.

Beds: Three bedrooms. Sleeps six guests.

Location: Prati.

Best for: A big group of friends.

Six floors up, spacious, chic, a bit glitzy – with its airy, white and cream exterior and artworks and prints across the walls, this is a very good-looking apartment indeed. It’s also great for large groups: it can host up to nine guests if you and a bunch of pals have a city break in Rome planned. The location’s a good one too, with the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain just a gentle wander away.

Time Out tip: You’re a five-minute walk from Teatro Salone Margherita, a historic theatre showing opera, classical music and cabaret. 

Price: From €819 per night.

Beds: Four bedrooms. Sleeps nine guests.

Location: Piazza di Spagna, Campo Marzio. 

Best for: Spa-like amenties. 

Stepping off a cobbled street in Piazza di Spagna leads you up to this contemporary cool penthouse. It certainly ain't cheap, but it does sleep up to six, so consider splitting a slice of luxury between friends. The heated roof terrace alone is worth it, offering sweeping views of the city, including the ornate facade of Santa Chiara church. And when you tire of that (as if), you can relax in the chromotherapy shower or jacuzzi in the main bathroom.

Time Out tip: There’s plenty of culture on your doorstep here, but if you happen to be a fashionista too, this is a perfect place to hit the shops.

Price: From €414 per night.

Beds: Two bedrooms. Sleeps six guests.

Location: Piazza di Spagna, Campo Marzio.