In a nutshell
- Hotel Eden: Right next to Villa Borghese park with breathtaking city views — and the Michelin-starred La Terrazza restaurant is one of Rome’s best tables.
- NH Collection Roma Fori Imperiali: The most sightseeing-friendly pick — the Colosseum and Roman Forum are steps away, and the rooftop terrace view is seriously hard to beat.
- Hotel Vilòn: A former Borghese family palazzo with Art Deco interiors and private terraces — one of the most refined stays in the city.
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Singer Palace Hotel
The Singer Palace is a beautiful historic building that served as the headquarters of the famous sewing machine manufacturer Singer starting in 1850. Today it houses this 5-star luxury hotel — and it’s held on to every bit of its historic charm.
Many of Rome’s top attractions are right on your doorstep: the Piazza Venezia and the Trevi Fountain are just 300 meters away. You’re also staying right on the famous shopping strip Via del Corso.
We especially love the rooftop terrace with Jim’s Bar, styled after the 1920s. Sip delicious cocktails while soaking up a seriously breathtaking view over the city.
For us, the Singer Palace is one of the most beautiful boutique hotels in Rome — full stop.
Hotel Eden - Dorchester Collection
True to its name, Hotel Eden is right around the corner from the stunning gardens of Villa Borghese. The enormous panoramic windows in your suite and throughout the hotel offer a great view of the park and the city. The famous Spanish Steps are also just 500 meters away.
The rooms are furnished with original Italian furniture — absolutely gorgeous!
The real standout is the large spa area. Treat yourself to a massage or body treatment, and if you’re traveling with a partner or a friend, there are special packages for couples and mother-daughter getaways too.
The hotel restaurant La Terrazza has earned a Michelin star — expect exclusive wines and refined Mediterranean cuisine. Seriously impressive.
the wellness area.
Maalot Roma
Want to stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Rome without feeling like you’re sleeping in a museum? The Maalot Roma is your answer. The décor features cheerful colors and a cool, modern style that feels fresh and lively.
The Don Pasquale restaurant is set in a beautiful glass-roofed conservatory, with the kitchen using only local products. There’s also a cocktail bar that reportedly has the largest selection of rum in all of Rome — worth investigating.
The Maalot sits right in the heart of Rome, with the famous Trevi Fountain literally around the corner. Many great tours of Rome also start from this area, and the Pantheon is just a five-minute walk away.
Hotel Vilòn
Hotel Vilòn looks like a small palazzo — because it essentially is one. The villa once belonged to the noble Roman Borghese family, so if you’ve ever wanted to stay somewhere truly palatial, this is the place.
The rooms are decorated in a modern Art Deco style, and some even have their own private terrace. The elegant bathrooms are made entirely of marble, and in the evenings you can unwind perfectly in your bathtub.
If you love strolling through the city, you’ll appreciate the location. Just 200 meters away on Via Condotti there’s serious shopping to be done. The hotel also sits almost right on the Tiber, making it ideal for romantic evening walks along the river. A perfect base for a weekend in Rome.
Harry's Bar Trevi Hotel and Restaurant
With just 13 rooms and three suites, Harry’s is a stylish boutique hotel in the heart of Rome’s historic center. The Trevi Fountain is right across the street — you can already see it from the hotel’s panoramic terrace.
Actually, the first attraction awaits you right inside the hotel — or rather, beneath it. The basement houses an archaeological site called “City of Water” featuring ancient aqueducts. Works by contemporary Roman artists are also exhibited here from time to time.
On Fridays and Saturdays there are live piano concerts at Harry’s Bar. The hotel also works with a range of partners, so you can easily add on a spa day or a private guided tour of Rome at the front desk.
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The St. Regis Rome
Into art? Then you’ll love this pick. In collaboration with a Roman art gallery, the hotel has created an exhibition of modern art right on the premises — so the first highlight of your day is literally steps from your room.
For dining, there are two restaurants inside the hotel. We especially love the Lumen Garden — a green oasis in the middle of Rome where you can enjoy traditional Roman cuisine all day long.
And don’t miss the hotel’s evening ritual: a champagne bottle opened with an actual saber. It’s as dramatic as it sounds.
The hotel is located just a few minutes’ walk from Termini station, so after your transfer from Rome’s airport you’ll be checked in before you know it.
Hotel Palazzo Manfredi
When we think of Rome, one sight immediately comes to mind: the Colosseum. The Palazzo Manfredi sits directly across from Rome’s most iconic landmark, and thanks to the large panoramic windows, you wake up with a view of the Colosseum right in front of you. Yes, really.
This is an exclusive property with only a handful of rooms and suites. Even when the city is packed with tourists, you’ll have your own private oasis of calm here.
On the hotel’s rooftop terrace you’ll find the Aroma restaurant, where Giuseppe di Iorio — a Michelin-starred chef — does the cooking. For something more relaxed, there’s the bistro downstairs, and you can wrap up the evening with a cocktail at The Court bar.
J.K. Place Roma
J.K. Place Roma has won the “World’s Best Award” multiple times and has been featured in prestigious publications like the New York Times and the Forbes Travel Guide. The reputation is well earned.
The décor is chic, modern, and chosen with real attention to detail. Rosewood ceilings, marble bathrooms, handcrafted beds — and many rooms have their own private balcony.
On Sundays, the JK Café runs a special program serving dishes from around the world — you can eat your way from Buenos Aires to Tokyo. Classic Roman cuisine is of course also on the menu.
You’re staying very close to the Tiber, and despite being in the center of Rome, the hotel itself is in a surprisingly quiet spot.
NH Collection Roma Fori Imperiali
If sightseeing is your priority, the Roma Fori Imperiali is probably the best-located of all the Rome luxury hotels on this list. The Roman Forum, the Colosseum, and a handful of fascinating Rome museums are all within easy walking distance.
You absolutely have to catch a cocktail on the rooftop terrace at sunset — the panorama is simply unmatched.
The rooms are equally distinctive, with walls decorated in black-and-white drawings of historic Roman buildings. It’s a great touch.
If you want to head out early to beat the crowds, just ask about the “Early Bird” breakfast.
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Rocco Forte Hotel de Russie
What we love most about this place is the rooms — modern and stylish, yet genuinely comfortable. It’s a great pick for anyone who finds the classic, very grand style of many luxury hotels a bit much.
From your room, you look out either over Rome’s historic old quarter or over the hotel’s beautiful garden.
In good weather, you can dine not only in the restaurant Le Jardin but right out in the garden itself. The menu features Mediterranean dishes by celebrity chef Fulvio Pierangelini.
The Rocco Forte also has a large wellness area with a saltwater pool, sauna, and Turkish bath. Relaxing massages can be added on as well — a perfect way to end a long day of exploring.
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Baglioni Hotel Regina
Baglioni is an Italian luxury hotel group that also has a hotel in Venice and a hotel in Florence — and the Baglioni Hotel Regina in Rome lives up to the brand’s reputation.
The rooms are fitted with chandeliers from Murano, Italian marble, and silk wallpaper. Every detail feels considered.
After a long day of sightseeing, the spa has everything you need to properly unwind: a Finnish sauna, a hammam, and a Jacuzzi. Massages are available for an additional fee, and there’s a fitness room for those who want to squeeze in a workout.
At the hotel restaurant Brunello you can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine — but the real highlight is the option to book a private cooking class with head chef Luciano Sartori in the penthouse suite. And if you want to explore beyond the hotel, the surrounding Via Veneto is lined with great restaurants and bars.
