Aldrovandi Villa Borghese

Ancient, beautiful, and romantic; Rome is the ideal destination for a city break. Discover numerous world-renowned sights, get lost in the pretty cobbled streets, and sample the city's well-loved cuisine. With so much to do, our Hotel Guru's recommend choosing a hotel with a swimming pool for a cooling dip after a busy day. Swimming pools, particularly in the city centre, can be somewhat of a rare find. However, our hotel experts have scoured the city to bring you a collection of the best hotels in Rome with a pool. The list includes some of the city's best luxury hotels as well as chic boutiques and properties with standout spas. So why not browse through our collection to start planning your next city break?

For a boutique

Palazzo Dama

  • Palazzo Dama is an elegant and luxurious boutique hotel set right in the centre of Rome. Grand rooms are styled with a fresh take on traditional design. With a noteworthy restaurant, the city's sights within walking distance, and a large outdoor pool — this is a great choice for a city crash pad.

For luxury

Parco dei Principi

  • Aldrovandi Villa Borghese is a very grand stay. Suites are bright and airy with views over the pool; expect period style, antique furniture and chandeliers. There's Michelin starred dining in an elegant setting, a spoiling spa, and an outdoor pool. Luxury defined.
  • Parco dei Principi is an exclusive hotel and spa, situated in Rome's luxury Parioli district, with indoor and outdoor pools. Rooms are classically dressed, with rich linens and plush carpets; the best have a private terrace with panoramic views of the most famous sights. Choose between three restaurants or dine by the outdoor pool. Ideal for a couples' escape.
  • Hotel de Russie is a contemporary five-star hotel overlooking the Piazza del Popolo. Plush rooms are light and airy, many of them feature courtyard garden views. Expect great food, a spoiling spa, and an indoor salt-water hydrotherapy pool. A grown-up city escape.

Still not sure which to book?

The Best Hotels in Rome with a Pool

Hotel de Russie

Rome (Piazza del Popolo)

Beautiful contemporary Roman hotel overlooking the Piazza del Popolo. Plush rooms are light and airy, many of them feature courtyard garden views. Luxury with style, great food and a spa and pool. A grown up city escape.

  • Local exploring - With its central location and range of guided walking and biking tours, this is the perfect launching spot to explore the city
  • 5* Luxury - The property is one of Rocco Forte's flagship hotels with top notch service, beautiful accommodation and fabulous food
  • Restaurant - Le Jardin de Russie Restaurant offers stylish Italian cuisine in stunning surroundings both inside and out
  • Garden - Stunning terraced gardens where you can dine during the summer months
from £350 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Palazzo Dama

Rome (Piazza del Popolo)

A haven of tranquility in the Eternal City, Palazzo Dama is a stellar hotel. Whether you are looking for luxurious rooms, great restaurant or a place to relax, it has all the bases covered. With central Rome on the doorstep, it's an ideal base for a romantic weekend away in Caput Mundi.

  • Families - With large suites and the spacious gardens and pool to keep kids busy in, this is a good option for a luxe family break
  • Swimming Pool - The hotel's large outdoor pool is the real crowning glory of this hotel — a rarity in the city centre
  • Lively - The hotel houses the trendy Raspoutine nightclub which is a real hot spot on the weekends
  • Local exploring - Well positioned just a five-minute walk from Piazza del Popolo and Via del Corso
from £337 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Aldrovandi Villa Borghese

Rome (Parioli)

This luxurious bolt-hole is nestled beside the verdant Villa Borghese gardens. Suites are bright and airy with views over the pool; expect period style, antique furniture and chandeliers (the best have a private hot tub). Dine in the Michelin-starred restaurant at this elegant hideaway hotel.

  • Total relaxation - With a pool, spa, bar and Michelin-starred restaurant on-site, this hotel ticks all the boxes for total relaxation
  • Romantic Break - Couples will swoon at the picturesque garden setting of the hotel and the romantic style of the suites
  • Hideaway - Hidden away behind the serene gardens of the Villa Borghese, this hotel is a tranquil bolt-hole
  • Great walks - Take a walk through the neighouring Villa Borghese gardens; ask the hotel to prepare a picnic basket to take with you
from £191 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
Parco dei Principi

Rome (Parioli)

This exclusive hotel and spa is situated in Rome's luxury Parioli district. Rooms are classically dressed, with rich linens and plush carpets; the best have a private terrace with panoramic views of the most famous sights. Choose between three restaurants or dine by the pool. An indulgent city stay.

  • Foodies - Foodies will be won over by the hotel's offering of not one but three on-site restaurants, plus a cosy hotel bar
  • Families - The hotel's family suites are great for parents travelling with children, and kids will love the outdoor pool
  • Romantic Break - Couples love the high-end facilities at this five-star hotel, especially the sleek and modern hotel spa
  • Sights nearby - Visit Chiesa di Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini, a 15th-century church and crypt
from £275 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Written by Katie Harris

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