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Fendi are one of the great design families in the world, so you can imagine how excited we were to test Mirror Sand. It’s inside the new Alda Fendi Foundation, designed by the superstar architect Jean Nouvel, and right next to the Roman Forums. It works similarly to a hotel, the apartment is geared towards the independence that you get with a proper living room and kitchen. We also liked the ridiculously deep bathtub – it’s a wonderful place to relax after a day in the bustle of Rome. You’ll never want to get out.
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What to expect
Highlights
The soothing bathtub
A stainless steel kitchen
Exposed brickwork
The designer palazzo
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Home truths
If you want a style that's classically Roman, the industrial touches might be a bit much
As this is a serviced apartment, if you're after the feeling of a lived-in home, you won't find it here
Your host owns multiple apartments within this building, so the exact view, furnishings and layout might differ from the photos, but the size and standard will be the same
Only the most basic ingredients are provided
Amenities
Home cinema setup
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Air conditioning
Rooftop terrace
Lift access
TV
Dishwasher
Bedrooms & bathrooms
1 bedroom, 1 bed
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
24/7 concierge
Airport pick up
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Cab booking
Daily cleaning
Laundry and dry cleaning
Luggage storage
Massage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Aventino
As one of the city's legendary seven hills, the Aventine plays a central role in the founding mythology of Rome. In ancient times it was a hive of activity – the home of foreign religious cults and dens of iniquity that caused consternation among the powers that be. Today it is a quiet residential neighbourhood full of sprawling mansions, historic churches and lovely gardens. There are no restaurants up here,...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Sample the pasta at Trattoria da Enzo
A simple, yet classy, trattoria with the best carbonara in Rome. Slightly pricier than nearby places, but worth every penny
Admire ancient Roman art at Musei Capitolini
The museums host a great collection of sculptures and paintings, but are especially renowned for the enormous bronze and marble Roman statues.
Visit a controversial monument at the Vittoriano
Often derided by the Romans as a typewriter or wedding cake, the giant monument to Italy's first king has a panoramic terrace that offers a 360º view of the city.
Taste Roman-Jewish cuisine at Piperno
This classic restaurant in the Jewish ghetto honors the neighborhood's heritage with its menu. Try to get a table on the terrace.
Contemplate in peace at Giardino degli Aranci
This small garden filled with orange trees on top of the Aventino Hill offers a great view of St. Peter’s Basilica.
Honor Roman traditions at La Sora Lella
A restaurant with a long tradition serving the staples of Roman cuisine, including some hard-to-come-by old dishes.
Restock your home at Limentani
A historic establishment that has been around since 1820 and specialises in high-quality homeware, from kitchen utensils to furniture.
Admire ancient ruins at Portico d'Ottavia
It’s the only fragment of a portico of 300 columns, dating from 27BC, to survive the turbulent history of this quarter of Rome.
Eat kosher at Ba'ghetto
This kosher restaurant features an assortment of Roman Jewish dishes as well as Mediterranean and Middle Eastern Jewish fare. The couscous is excellent.
Go back in time at Angelino
This trattoria has been active since the early 1600s, and over the years has delighted guests such as Goethe and Jean-Paul Sartre with it's Roman cuisine.
Explore Campagna Amica Market
A charming market in Rome where local farmers and food producers bring their fresh products for sale. Enjoy the open canteen, try the porchetta and pancetta, and sip on local wine or beer.
Get around
Airport
Giovan Battista Pastine International
35 min
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino
33 min
San Francesco d'Assisi
2 hr 23 min
Subway station
Cavour
15 min
Train station
Roma Termini
19 min
Bus stop
Serpenti/Cavour
14 min
Local shops & services
Supermarket
11 min
Cafe
10 min
Pharmacy
13 min
Points of interest
Beach
Manila Beach
51 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
Events possible (with prior approval)
No pets
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 12:00
On floor 4, has a lift
Air con
Wifi speed: 70Mbps
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
We build strong relationships with our hosts to ensure a consistently high quality of service, and offer outstanding customer care with fast and fair resolution when needed.
This home is managed by Simone
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Roberto and his team look after the apartments in the Alda Fendi Foundation – one of the most stylish buildings in the city (it was recently renovated by the architectural superstar Jean Nouvel). The level of service they offer is mind-boggling, with pretty much everything you can think of (or certainly that we could think of) on the table.
Registration or licence number: 4108.
This home is a Plum Guide Award winner.