What's it like staying in Vatican City?

Visitors can enjoy all that Vatican City has to offer, including the cathedral, art and architecture. Tourists can also enjoy the city's museums, monuments and local tours. Top sights in the city include St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican Museums . There are 6897 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Vatican City .

What should I do while I'm visiting Vatican City?

Cultural venues include Vatican Museums and Paul VI Audience Hall . Landmarks like St. Peter's Basilica , St. Peter's Square and Apostolic Palace might be worth a visit. Additionally, you'll find Piazza Navona and Pantheon in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Vatican City guide .

What's the seasonal weather like in Vatican City?

The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 9°C. Average annual precipitation for Vatican City is 1010 mm.

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Vatican City Travel Info

Number of hotels	6,909
Highest price	£408
Lowest price	£70
Known attractions	St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums and Castel Sant'Angelo
Hotels with nearby historical attractions	5,235
5-star hotels	45

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Vatican City?

Located 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from the heart of Vatican City, Hotel Quirinale is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your stay in the area are UNAHOTELS Decò Roma and The Republic Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Vatican City.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Vatican City has to offer?

Palazzo Cardinal Cesi: This holiday home rental outside of Vatican City is located in the historical district, and offers a garden, air conditioning and daily housekeeping to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. See all vacation rentals in Vatican City.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Vatican City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Vatican City.

What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Vatican City?

Based on reviews, Tirreno Hotel is a popular 3-star hotel for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free buffet breakfast and free WiFi. Other good options to stay on the cheap include iQ Hotel Roma and Hotel Scott House Rome.

What's the best place to stay when travelling with children to Vatican City?

Relais Donna Lucrezia is a guesthouse with free breakfast and laundry facilities, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the children include iQ Hotel Roma and Starhotels Metropole. Also, attractions in the area such as Cinecitta World and Bioparco di Roma are fun for children of all ages.

What's the best accommodation for couples in Vatican City?

SuiteSistina for Lovers is a favourite 3-star hotel for couples, and features minibars and free WiFi. Other good options for your romantic getaway include Hotel Artemide and Hotel Barocco.

What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Vatican City?

Piazza di Spagna Prestige is a top town house for people travelling with their pets and offers free WiFi for its human guests. Other good options to stay with your pet include Atlante Garden Hotel and Starhotels Metropole.

What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Vatican City?

House Paganica is a top apartment for a beach holiday, and features free WiFi and in-room kitchens. Other good options for your beach trip include Villa Agrippina Gran Meliá - The Leading Hotels of the World and Hotel Sant'Angelo. To enjoy some time by the water, head to Bau Beach or Spiaggia Libera Canale dei Pescatori.

What's the best luxury accommodation option in Vatican City?

Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel is a 5-star hotel with a restaurant and a full-service spa, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. The First Roma Arte and Hotel Splendide Royal are two other upscale options for your stay.

What's the best boutique hotel in Vatican City?

Hotel Barocco is a favourite 4-star hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 37 guestrooms, a bar and free WiFi. Hotel Duca d'Alba and Hotel Splendide Royal are other choices for a boutique stay.

What's the best hotel in Vatican City to absorb the local history?

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. A couple of other options near historic sites include Hotel Quirinale and Hotel Colosseum. Also, notable landmarks to visit include St. Peter's Square, St. Peter's Basilica and Sistine Chapel.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Vatican City?

Hotel 77 Seventy-Seven: Provides a full-service spa, an indoor pool and a sauna. View all hotels with pools in Vatican City.