Located at just 25 miles (40.2 km) from the city of Venice, Padua (Padova) is one of the oldest cities in Italy. Padua was founded even before the Roman empire dating back to over 3000 years ago and houses some of the oldest historic building of Europe. The heart of the city has four big piazzas with so many streets for pedestrian walks. Housing two of the country’s oldest universities (University of Padua and Padua Medical) founded in the year 1222, Padua is a busy town filled with young people. If you are someone who loves historic art, architecture and live music Padua is a must-go place in Italy. Here is a list of the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Padua, that will make your trip a comfortable one.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Bright apartment surrounded by a garden (from USD 68)
Situated in the historic center of Abano Terme, this beautiful two-bedroom apartment has a sun-lit bright living room with an open kitchen. There are baby cribs in both the bedrooms along with king-size double beds. The apartment is surrounded by a well-maintained garden with lawn, shrubs and tall old trees. This is a fenced property with chairs for outdoor seating. The kitchen is fully equipped and supplied for you to prepare your favorite meal. There are bicycles available at the apartment for an easy commute on the city streets.
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Caterina are very friendly and approachable personsAppartamento pulitissimo dotato di tutte le cose che vorresti trovare a casa insommaVery good location to visit interesting cities such as Venice Verona Padua Caterina (the host) gave us daily valuable guides to our different tours Orlando (host) andRead more reviewsLocation:
Casa accogliente e molto pulita Proprietario cortese e disponibile Vivamente consigliatoa tutti sopratutto famiglie il proprietario gentilissimo puntualissimo e sempre a disposizione una bravissima persona Lo consiglio vivamenteAppartamento nuovo in zona tranquilla ma vicinissimo a supermercato
2. Fantastic attic stay for a family (from USD 90)
This attic apartment is a recently renovated space on the third floor of Padua’s historic 15th-century palace building. The apartment two bedrooms and two balconies. The kitchen overlooks an open terrace with a view of the secret gardens of the city. The apartment is not only spacious but also receives ample sunlight. It has a fully equipped kitchen, laundry room, and living room, with air conditioning, underfloor heating system, and a centralized vacuum system. The apartment is located at the heart of Padua and will be much loved by art enthusiasts.
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We loved the spacious living room the large well-equipped eat-in kitchen and the roomy bedroomThe bathroom was also roomy with a tub/shower combinationThe apartment is spacious and the AC worksThe furniture was very comfortable and included many antiques- the basics are perfect (comfy bed; great bathroom; comfy sofa)Cleanliness:
The apartment is very safe and clean with amazing views of the duomoHost:
Our hostess was kind gracious and easy to communicate withMorena was a lovely hostess offering to take care of any of our needsgood communication before and during the trip and prompt response to a minor crisis in the building quickly resolvedAn excellent location functional apartment layout tasteful interior design Gracious hostGreat location very niceRead more reviewsLocation:
It is also in a great location within a few minutes walk to the main squares and city centrea quiet street very near centrojust steps away from squares with markets and cafes lots of restaurants and shopsThe aparment is in a beautiful old building within minutes walk of the main piazzeThe apartment is well located in central Padua
3. Cozy home at the heart of Padua (from USD 136)
This beautiful apartment with minimal and modern decor is located at the heart of Padua close to the Palazzo della Ragione as well as the city’s famous Piazzas. The unit is located on the first floor and is decorated with beautiful paintings on walls and bright interiors. The Isabella apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, living room, and a bedroom. Since the apartment is located at a convenient distance from the city’s top attractions, it is a preferred space for small families and couples.
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we initially knew very little about northern italy but were soon to learn and become very comfortablepadova is such a delight - there is so much to see and the apartment enhanced our visitthe apartment is well equipped with good glasses crockery and cutlery kitchen equipment and so onthe apartment was well appointed and had everything we needed to have an enjoyable staywe spent 6 nights in a very comfortable and spacious apartment owned by francesco and isabellaCleanliness:
the unit is spacious clean and fully equipped with everything in good working orderthe apartment was clean and uncluttered with plenty of space for the 2 of usthe appartment was everything we expected: comfortable spacious clean and convenientit is very clean well appointed and the owner was helpful in every wayHost:
the owners were gracious and helpful every step of the waythey were very responsive to our every need and treated us like honored gueststhe hosts isabella and francesco are friendly and welcomingthe owner isabella was a gracious host and offered many suggestions for sight-seeing and diningthe people are friendly and in 2 months we did not run out of great restaurantsRead more reviewsLocation:
this is a lovely and comfortable apartment in the best locationit is a special place to stay and padova is a wonderful location
4. Renovated unit with a courtyard (from USD 68)
This comfortable accommodation for four is a recently renovated unit located on the mezzanine floor of a small historic building. The bathrooms are completely new and have a shower, sink, toilet, and bidet. The living room leads to a fully equipped kitchen on the right and a beautiful courtyard past the dining area. There is a double bed, a single bed, and a double bed futon that is comfortable for four to five guests. The apartment is located at a walking distance from Basilica of St. Anthony and Prato della Valle.
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The courtyard is a bonus and the apartment is beautifulCharming ground-floor apartment with large bedroom and its own delightful courtyardThe living room is small but comfortable enough and had everything we neededThe apartment is best suited for 3 people or 2 adults with 2 little children Although we haven't cookedYou can easily leave your car close to the apartment to drop your luggageCleanliness:
(but the residents are very quiet and we haven't experienced any problem with it)Host:
The owner is very kind and helpful and you can see that she cares very much about her guestsShe helped us with some restaurant recommendations and other hot spots in townAngela met us at the metro stop and provided us with a map and even answered a late email from us regarding transportation which was greatly appreciatedShe provides a annotated map of the immediate area so that you can quickly know where to buy you morning breadAngela made the booking process really easy and was quick to respond to all our questions We really enjoyed our few days in PaduaRead more reviewsLocation:
It is 2 minute-walk from Basilica of Saint Anthony and Piazza PratoThe patio is also a plusEverything is within easy walking distanceLocation was within walking distance of everything(Barb and Craig - Vancouver Canada)
5. Lavish house at the heart of the city (from USD 312)
This is a luxurious and fancy apartment that overlooks the Piazza delle Erbe. Located at the heart of the city, this beautifully decorated home is close to taxi and bus stops. The house has two bedrooms and a spacious hall with an open floor plan. The apartment can accommodate five guests and also has a baby cot available on demand. Make your favorite dishes in the fully equipped kitchen of the house. Experience true Padua from its heart!
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Very comfortable roomy apartment:The cost of air conditioning is not included in the apartmentThere is everything you need in the apartmentthe Piazza Erbe was comfortable and well equippedwonderful view of Piazza delle ErbeCleanliness:
Apartment was impeccably clean and luxuriousVery comfortable and clean place with superb locationVery clean and attractive furnishingsis fastidiously clean and very hospitableThe apartment was clean quiet and well kitted outHost:
Sara was a lovely host and very available to us whenever we needed herSara who is very charming and helpful speaks perfect English and was available by phone when we needed herFrancesco met us from the airport on arrival and brought us back to the apartment where Isabella was waiting to welcome usSara was patient with me when our arrival was miscommunicatedI & M very polite and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location needs a more efficient Air Conditioning systemMany restaurants and wine bars are within a few minutes of easy level walking in a very charming and inviting romantic part of this special cityIdeally located to see the rich variety sites 2 ) Surrounded by great local restaurants serving local cuisine 3 )The square is lovely and not at all too noisyrestaurants shopping grocery stores coffee shops and all the main sights of Padua
6. Bright and airy family-friendly home (from USD 150)
Located at a five-minute drive from the city center, this spacious and well-lit property is an amazing place to stay with family in Padua. The apartment has a long hallway, spacious living room with an open kitchenette and dining area. There are two spacious bedrooms and ample cupboard space for storage. The property has wooden floors everywhere and tiled bathrooms. The building is surrounded by a well-maintained garden. Guests can request for baby accessories such as a cot, high chair, changing table all at no extra cost.
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There is free parking on the road outside the apartment and the road is not very busyThe air conditioning and Wifi were much appreciatedgood eating and shopping possibilities in the near good connection with old townWe hired a car and the apartment was easy to find from Marco Polo airportbut that was fine by usCleanliness:
The apartment was very clean and all appliances workedIt is very tastefully decorated and it is obviousHost:
Alessandro and Rossella are wonderful hosts and made us feel very welcomefruit and juice she providedSpacious and bright Very nice ownerPadova Mira Mirano and numerous other towns and citiesGreat communication with the hosts both before and during our stay A comfortable apartment with everything that we needed for our family trip to ItalyRead more reviewsLocation:
The buses are frequent and very safe Catchingbus stops local sight seeing travelIn an inner suburb of Padua which meant easy parking and a quick bus ride into the centerThe first day breakfast items were very much appreciatedThere are many small shops and restaurants in the area and we tried the Jamacian Pizzeria
7. Modern home in a prime location (from USD 70)
This is a recently renovated apartment located at the historical center of Padua overlooking the medieval customs and the bridge S. Giovanni delle Navi. The apartment is well lit and has a bright decor with modern and functional furnishings. The apartment is easily accessible by car and is also located at a walking distance from the bus stop line 2 of Padua. The apartment is also close to many shops which makes it a very convenient place to stay.
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The bed is comfy and large the shower nice and also accesible for tall peoplebut the apartment is perfectly suitable for more than one personEverything you might need was thereWi-Fi responded quickly 100%the suite was immaculate and in a perfect location if you wanted to enjoy the old townCleanliness:
The photos are a true replica of what is on offer and it was presented extremely clean and tidyThe apartment itself was incredibly clean and perfect for 1-2 personsBoth times the apartment was very clean and well maintainedHost:
Erika our host was absolutely fabulous and extremely well organizedErika was very helpful and responsiveErika is very kind helpful and speaks both Italian and EnglishErika was very helpful and responsiveStill good enough for one person but perhaps slightly too small for two persons in summerRead more reviewsLocation:
The apartment has a nice location and is located in a proper buildingThe apartment is located in a good area very close to Piazza Del Duomo and is only a short walk away from the buzz of Piazza Dei Signori and the rest that Padova has to offerThe area was quiet and conveniently locatedThis is a very comfortable renovated apartment in a quiet building located conveniently within the city centerIt is a very comfortable apartment conveniently located in a quiet location within the old city
8. A tastefully decorated apartment for six (from USD 120)
This is a modern and luminous apartment located at just a few minutes’ walk from the railway station. The historic center and the museum area is also located at close proximity to this apartment. You can also hop on to a boat “Il Burchiello” for the Venetian canal rides located at just 250 meters (820 feet) distance from the apartment. The apartment is well lit and well equipped with a flowery balcony overlooking the idyllic setting of the city. It is a convenient place for big families.
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The cooking and bathroom supplies were included as wellThe deck was a bonusAs we have 2 seniors with foldable wheelchairThe apartment is fully equipped for a wonderful stay there are two bedrooms and two baths and a nice balconyas were all the little touches provided by the thoughtful patient hostessCleanliness:
The apartment is beautiful and functionally furnished and was very cleanShe is easily reached by text and responded quickly The apartment was very comfortable and clean and we would happily stay there againHost:
Manuela rescued us from being lost - drove to us and led us to the apartmentShe was so cheerful and resourcefuland we felt welcomed immediately Great vacation apartmentWe were delighted to find a bottle of wine and bowl of fruit available when we arrivedThis is a lovely apartment made even more so by the fact that it had a lift Immaculate and comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is convenient for the train station which is around the corner and an easy walk to downtown Padua ManuelaThe apartment is 3-5 minutes walk from Padova stationClean and cool and about 3-5 minutes from The Padova stationThe train station is only steps away and a much-used path to the university runs right behind the buildingso it's not surprising that the neighborhood at night was a bit busy
9. Spacious ground-floor rental with a garden
This spacious apartment for two is located at a ten-minute walking distance from Piazza Signori. The apartment is tastefully decorated to make guests feel at home. The apartment has a huge backyard garden with benches to relax. The living room leads to a small fully equipped kitchen with a sliding door. The bathroom is big and bright. There are numerous cupboards for storage and books for reading. The apartment is owned and maintained by friendly locals of Padua.
Accommodates: 2
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
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It is very quiet and has all the amenities (kitchen washer-dryer etc) and is very spacious and comfortableWe particularly enjoyed sitting on the bench in the large shared garden in the sunshine and also in the evenings when the sun had gone downNice small market 50 feet from front door Attended numerous concerts in the 13th century churches that are in the neighbourhoodThe apt is owned by locals who careThe apartment is in excellent condition is very central but quiet and even has two larger supermarkets in the immediate vicinityHost:
The owner Maria Carola was easy to deal with as well as always being accessible in the event of an issue We highly recommend this property and you will not be disappointedperiodo abbastanza lungo e ci siamo trovati benissimoMaria Carola was very helpful and we thoroughly enjoyed our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
It is centrally located in a perfect locationWe stayed in the this lovely apartment for a month in early 2015Wonderful tastefully decorated apt 10 minute walk from piazza signoriand so it is very convenient for visiting all the main places of interest in PaduaClean comfortable and perfectly located just a few minutes' walk to the major historical sites
Padua- a time travel to the last 8000+ years
The city of Padua (Padova) attracts numerous tourists from across the globe especially for its historic and artistic significance that dates back to the 11th century. The city is popular for its 13th-century Byzantine style historic Scrovegni Chapel and the Basilica Church of St. Anthony. Although it is a pleasant experience to walk through the streets of Padua awing the rich history, touring the city has become much easy after the introduction of Electronic Tram in 2009. Feel at home as you enjoy the magnificence of this amazing city, with these Vrbo private accommodations.
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