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“When in Rome do as the Romans do,” could easily be the motto of dozens of chic little Roman villas that do a splendid job of catering to the varying tastes of discerning international travelers.
Every major city in the world has comfortable diminutive hotels, but somehow the Romans have taken the art of operating these tiny delightful inns to a “best in class” status.
The Hotel Villa San Pio is one such hospitality establishment. You can feel the stress of travel fall away as soon as you step foot into the quiet courtyard.
The Villa is nestled in an exclusive neighborhood that is relatively free of noise and traffic. The street comes complete with a canopy of tall arching trees and evergreen shrubs of every description.
In spite of its idyllic location, the San Pio is within walking distance of the famous Roman Coliseum, and many other important historic sites of the ancient city.
Checking in at the front desk of the San Pio is a quick and happy experience, to be immediately followed by a brief guided stroll to your room through the tranquil shaded garden.
Each guest room at the Villa is elegantly decorated in period antiques, heavy drapes, and warm colors highlighted in gold trim. The bathrooms are constructed in varying shades of marble, presented in a European modern motif. 
Most of the upper floor rooms overlook the surrounding neighborhood of well-kept homes and established old-world gardens.
The public areas of the hotel are handsomely decorated in marble, and the floors are covered in fine oriental rugs.
The first floor dining area is quaint, airy, and casual. The room overlooks the garden through an unobtrusive wall of glass. There is also a gazebo in the Mediterranean garden – perfect for enjoying an outdoor repast.
Antique paintings and elegant furniture complete the setting of this relaxing refuge – a perfect escape from the hectic days of your exciting Roman holiday.
Best of all, a room at one of these remarkable Roman villas may actually cost less than comparable accommodations in a large "brand" hotel.
Happy travels!
Check out the slideshow below for more of Wayne and Judy's pictures of the San Pio.
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Photos © Wayne and Judy Bayliff
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