In short: Tripplo’s analysis covers a sample of 61 guest reviews of Palazzo Dama - Hotel & SPA - Preferred Hotels & Resorts. Guests in the sample highlight Service & staff, Location and Pools, beach & aquapark. The most common complaints: Expensive for what you get, according to many guests. Several guests felt the service fell short of five-star level, being slow or short-staffed.
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Offering a free outdoor pool and a garden with lemon trees, Palazzo Dama is set 200 metres from Piazza del Popolo and a 10-minute walk from The Spanish Steps. The hotel has a lounge bar, a restaurant and spacious rooms with free Sky channels and parquet floors. WiFi is free throughout.
All air conditioned, rooms here include a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Some rooms have a seating area. The private bathroom comes with free toiletries Acqua di Parma and hairdryer.
A sweet and savoury continental-style breakfast buffet is available daily.
Flaminio Metro is 500 metres from the property, while Villa Borghese park is a 5-minute walk away. Both Ciampino and Fiumicino airports are within a 45-minute drive of Palazzo Dama.
Access to the Daham Health&Beauty SPA is free when booking a SPA treatment.
Access is not permitted to children under 16 years of age.
To make a reservation, contact the hotel.
Tripplo’s hotel summary
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 22 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Guests score it 8.9 out of 10 — the average across the 19 hotels we list in Rome is 9.2.
- The hotel sits just 200 meters from Piazza del Popolo, placing guests within easy walking distance of major sights, restaurants and the Spanish Steps without the noise of a main thoroughfare.
- An outdoor pool set among a garden of lemon trees offers a rare patch of greenery in central Rome, giving guests a place to relax outdoors between sightseeing.
- Families traveling with younger children will need to look elsewhere, as the age policy excludes guests under 16 from staying at the property.
- The daily buffet is described as sweet and savory continental style, so those expecting a full hot breakfast spread may want to confirm offerings in advance.
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Prices at Palazzo Dama - Hotel & SPA - Preferred Hotels & Resorts
When we last checked (23 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €769 in total (€385 per night).
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What guests actually say
Tripplo’s analysis uses a sample of 61 guest reviews. Texts may be shortened. Mentions are counted after automated classification and describe the sample, rather than every guest’s experience.
The sample follows how Booking.com and Google sort reviews, which puts satisfied guests first, so criticism is under-represented. Read the drawbacks below and the latest reviews on Booking.com before you book.
Food & restaurants
- +A breakfast that some found a real treat, with eggs cooked to order and fresh juice
- +A good restaurant with fine food and wine
- +A cosy bar and restaurant by the pool
- –Breakfast is sparse and à la carte, with little choice for a hotel of this class
- –Some found the food quality average
- –Restaurant service can be slow
”Having made-to-order eggs, fresh avocado and freshly squeezed juice was such a high-end touch.” — guest, translated
Service & staff
- +Warm, helpful staff who go out of their way
- +Early check-in and upgrades when possible
- +A visible, approachable management team
- –Several guests felt the service fell short of five-star level, being slow or short-staffed
- –Some reception staff came across as unfriendly or poorly trained
- –Requests were sometimes forgotten, or rooms were not ready on arrival
”The staff were utterly incredible, nothing was too much for them.” — guest, translated
Pools, beach & aquapark
- +A heated saltwater pool in a garden courtyard, a rare find in central Rome
- +A peaceful oasis to cool off on hot days
- +A pool bar and restaurant, and a pool that children enjoy
- –Poolside service is patchy, with towels and umbrellas to chase up and no showers
- –The pool closes early in the evening
- –In autumn the pool gets little sun and the water can be cold
”Loved the courtyard with pool. A stunning little oasis in the middle of the hustle and bustle.” — guest, translated
The rooms
- +Spacious, stylishly designed rooms with good air conditioning
- +Comfortable beds
- +Some rooms have a private balcony or a bathtub
- –Some rooms are small, smaller than advertised, or have only a tiny window
- –Worn furniture and bathroom fittings, and showers that do not work properly
- –Some found the beds uncomfortable or the air conditioning weak
”The room was spacious, with comfortable beds and great air conditioning.” — guest, translated
Condition & cleanliness
- +Many guests found the rooms and public areas very clean
- –Signs of wear such as tired furniture, limescale, blocked drains and broken fittings
- –Some rooms were not clean enough or had musty, smoky or drain smells
- –Damp in at least one room
”Very clean and organised hotel, with an open and hygienic atmosphere.” — guest, translated
Location
- +A central spot near Piazza del Popolo and the Spanish Steps
- +Walking distance to the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and the Vatican
- +Slightly off the main streets, with a calm, leafy approach
- –The area around the main entrance is busy with traffic
”Walking distance to restaurants, shops, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and the Pantheon.” — guest, translated
Noise levels
- +A peaceful, quiet oasis in the city
- –Traffic noise and sirens from the street
- –Thin walls between adjoining rooms
- –A late-night party with loud music reached the rooms on one occasion
”I have never heard noise like it, traffic and sirens, unbearable.” — guest, translated
Value for money
- –Expensive for what you get, according to many guests
- –Breakfast is often not included and the spa costs extra
- –Basics such as water are not complimentary, and what is included is not clearly explained
”Good, but not worth the price.” — guest, translated
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Palazzo Dama - Hotel & SPA - Preferred Hotels & Resorts from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)?
Palazzo Dama - Hotel & SPA - Preferred Hotels & Resorts is approximately 23 km from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) in a straight line, calculated from map coordinates. This is not a road distance or transfer time; check the route and transport options before booking.
How do guests rate Palazzo Dama - Hotel & SPA - Preferred Hotels & Resorts?
On Booking.com it scores 8.9/10 from 800 guest reviews.
How many stars does Palazzo Dama - Hotel & SPA - Preferred Hotels & Resorts have?
Palazzo Dama - Hotel & SPA - Preferred Hotels & Resorts is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Palazzo Dama - Hotel & SPA - Preferred Hotels & Resorts offer?
Palazzo Dama - Hotel & SPA - Preferred Hotels & Resorts offers outdoor swimming pool, private Parking, free Wifi, airport shuttle, spa and wellness center and family rooms.
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