Rome center Apartment in the Jewish area Pantheon

Description from the owner

This charming unique loft/apartment is situated in the Jewish Ghetto, the location is deep in the heart of historical Rome just beside the imposing Theatre of Marcello.

The medieval “Palazzo dei Fabii”, where the property is located, was built in 1432 on top of the remains of a Roman market (the Portico of Filippo cent. II° A.D.). At the beginning of the 20th century it was converted into private apartments. "Palazzo dei Fabii" is one of the best preserved medieval buildings in Rome, its original architecture of the internal court yard makes it one of the main attractions of the “Jewish ghetto”. Ghetto area is one of the oldes...t and genuine neighborhood of Rome: here lives a part of the Jewish Roman community, which is over 2000 years old. Moreover, this beautiful archeological area features many attractions such as the marvelous Portico d’Ottavia, the amazing Synagogue and the imposing Theatre of Marcello, a wonderful open air Roman ruin. No gladiatorial battles were fought here, but instead Roman Theatre was on show, where 20,000 spectators could appreciate the art of stage. Even today, the city's Jewish population is concentrated in the narrow streets of the neighborhood and maintain their traditions and customs. There is much to discover from the culture, friendly cafes, restaurants, trattorias and shops. The tourist heart of the city can easily be reached on foot and the banks of the Tiber Tive and the small Isola Tiberina are situated just yards from your home.

At night, stepping outside the building you will have the unique sensation of being immersed in the historical past of Rome's most typical quarter, famous for its many "trattoria" restaurants where one enjoy excellent food in a characteristic setting.

(the Jewish cookery is probably the ‘real’ roman cookery).

The Jewish Ghetto has a low key village atmosphere. On weekends, especially in spring and summer, as the sun sets and the traffic roar dies down, clusters of locals meet for an early evening chat, perched on the steps or seated at the outdoor tables of one of the cafes. The position is also strategic: right on the back of the Capitol hill, Campo de’ Fiori, Navona Square, with the romantic delight of the Isola Tiberina at an arm's stretch and Trastevere, the Roman Forum and the shopping area of the centre just a bit further. At night, stepping outside the building you will have the unique sensation of being immersed in the historical past of Rome's most typical quarter, famous for its many "trattoria" restaurants where one enjoy excellent food in a characteristic setting. This unique fully furnished and very quiet apartment is situated on the first floor. It is furnished with simple, but elegant oak wood furniture and wooden ceilings. Renovation of the antique brick archways, as well as the artistic hand painted frescoes, give at the apartment an atmosphere of refined elegance. It features all modern amenities: air conditioning, safe, 2 LCD televisions, telephone, free wireless internet, fully furnished bathroom (soap, shampoo, towels...etc) with Jacuzzi and shower, hair-dryer and a small but well equipped kitchen. The apartment is an open-space on two levels. On the first level there is the kitchen a large bathroom with Jacuzzi, shower and hairdryer, and a comfortable living room with a comfy sofa bed. On the upper deck, there is a bedroom, with a French bed and another small room with a single bed. A self-catering holiday apartment for up to three within a 15th century building in Rome’s Jewish Ghetto, guests looking for a genuine Roman experience need look no further than the enchanting Palazzo dei Fabii. With a history all of its own, this building oozes with history and the location is deep in the heart of historical Rome.Read more

Additional Location Information

The Jewish ghetto on the east bank of the Tiber, near the Isola Tiberina , It's only a 5/10-minute walk from Campo de fiori, Navona Square, the Pantheon, Venice Square, Via del Corso, Trastevere, Etc.
For centuries, Rome's Jewish ghetto has been the site of both relentless persecution and the undying pride and solidarity of a tight-knit community. Via del Portico d'Ottavia in the richest in history - the Theater of Marcellus, Portico d'Ottavia, , is right there and in the immediate neighborhood there is Piazza Mattei with its beautiful fountain and Palazzo Costaguti with its great frescos that Stendhal mentions in his "Promenades dans Rome".
This main drag — the best-preserved of the old streets — is a fine place to get a taste of yesterday's ghetto and today's Rome. From the start (near the ruins of the Portico D'ottavia), look down the street. On the right, in the distance, is the most important line of old ghetto building fronts. Walking down the street, notice kosher restaurants proudly serving carciofi (artichokes, which only Jewish grandmothers can cook properly) and shops of fine, locally produced Judaica.
The location of Ghetto is also very well linked with public transportation. Take a bus or a Taxi either to Teatro di Marcello or to Argentina (Largo di Torre Argentina) – both are also excellent, amazing sightseeing. Buses are very useful and efficient to get quickly anywhere. This neighborhood has become trendy recently, and apartment prices are now beyond the means of most members of the Jewish community. Staying as a Roman in one of Ghetto apartments is easy – there are two food supermarkets "Despar" on Corso Vittorio Emmanuele and "Punto" right behind San Carlo, towards Sant’Andrea della Valle, on Via dei Monti della Farina. In the latter supermarket there is fresh fish stand towards the weekend, where you can buy the daily catch. Alternatively, you can shop for any food at Campo de Fiori, and there are numerous pizzerias around, selling every imaginable kind of pizza.

Location Type City, Downtown, Town

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What Past Guests Are Saying

• Frances
  Atlanta, GA USA

  Amazing time in Rome!

  Left on 01/03/2012 for a stay in December 2011
  
  

  My husband and I just got back from our visit to Rome over Christmas break. We were based in the Jewish Ghetto and stayed at this lovely apartment. We were in walking distance to everything and a variety of different neighborhoods that we could explore. The apartment was clean, spacious and had functioning amenities such as WiFi. The kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans and a good sized refrigerator too. I felt safe in the neighborhood and overall the building was quiet. It was nice to have a "home" to come to at the end of a long day of sightseeing and unwind with a glass of wine before dinner.
  
  The neighborhood had some very good dining options too such as Nonna Betta, MamĂ  Kosher Food for a quick bite and the cheese shop Beppe e I Suoi Formaggi.
  
  I would not hesitate to stay here again if my travels take me back to Rome.
  

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• Lele3
  Lodon

  Great Place, good Location.

  Left on 09/03/2009 for a stay in July 2009
  
  

  We had a Great time in Rome.The staff was very professional,they did everything they could to make our stay perfect, the apartment is exactly like it is in the photos.
  The location of the apartment it's superb, we could just walk to do all the sightseeing. Definitely worth a recommendation.Because we stayed a week, we were able to do all the monuments and grab a bit of the nightlife of Rome. It is an ideal home base for visiting Rome.
  We also had guided tours with the company www.tourinrome.com At the Colosseum as well as the Vatican we didn't had to wait in line. We climbed the top of the Saint Peter without waiting.
  
  
  

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