Traveling To Rome? These 25 Hotels Are Basically Vacation Goals

Rome feels like a living museum. Every corner hums with history and espresso machines. While the city overwhelms in the best ways, figuring out where to stay can quietly make or break the experience. This list rounds up the hotels in Rome that get it all right.

Hotel De Russie

Opened in 1818 and revived by Rocco Forte Hotels, Hotel De Russie sits between the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo, giving guests walkable access to major landmarks. The inner courtyard garden is a rare urban oasis, while the spa and concierge service cater to global elites.

J.K. Place Roma

This luxury boutique hotel occupies a former school building near Via dei Condotti. It’s known for its neoclassical-meets-modern aesthetic and interiors curated by architect Michele Bonan. Each room includes a complimentary minibar, bookshelves curated by Assouline, and high-end fabrics sourced from Florence and Paris.

Rome Cavalieri, Waldorf Astoria

If Rome had a VIP lounge in the sky, this would be it. Perched on Monte Mario Hill, the hotel sits just outside the city center but trades walkability for jaw-dropping panoramic views. Inside, you’ll find Warhols, Tiepolos, and the city’s only three-Michelin-starred restaurant: La Pergola.

Baglioni Hotel Regina

Elegance oozes here, but not the kind that begs for attention. This Art Deco hotel on Via Veneto dates to 1904 and once hosted Italian nobility and international diplomats. The rooms feature Murano chandeliers and restored early 20th-century furnishings. The in-house Brunello Lounge serves a hybrid menu of Roman staples and modern Mediterranean cuisine.

Palazzo Manfredi

Some hotels brag about “historic charm,” but this one literally sits on gladiator turf. Built atop ancient Roman ruins, the 17-room boutique offers front-row views of the Colosseum. Suites mix Renaissance bones with modern tech, and the rooftop Michelin-starred Aroma delivers serious cuisine with a side of ancient arena ruins.

Hotel Eden

Originally opened in 1889 and now under the Dorchester Collection, Hotel Eden sits near Villa Borghese and Via Veneto. Its design favors classical Roman elegance, with 98 rooms renovated in 2017. The Il Giardino restaurant and bar offer skyline views, and the on-site spa includes city-exclusive rituals using native botanicals.

Bio Hotel Raphael

One of Rome’s first eco-luxury properties, Bio Hotel Raphael, stands steps from Piazza Navona. It’s known for its 1960s vine-covered facade and rooftop vegetarian restaurant, Mater Terrae. Rooms are outfitted with organic linens and furnishings by Richard Meier. The property is certified by multiple sustainable tourism organizations.

Hotel Vilon

This 18-room property occupies part of Palazzo Borghese’s private wing. Located along a side street near Via dei Condotti, it blends period architecture and custom interior design by Culti Milano. Many rooms include terraces overlooking the Borghese Gardens. The hotel consistently earns top ratings for its concierge precision.

The St. Regis Rome

Luxury here is announced with frescoed ceilings and butler bells. Close to Piazza della Repubblica, this former Ritz-Carlton flagship has been around since 1894 and doesn’t let you forget it. The 2018 restoration brought its Belle Epoque bones roaring back, along with a ballroom and zero subtlety.

Anantara Palazzo Naiadi

Only in Rome can you sleep over an ancient bathhouse and still get a rooftop pool. Set inside a 19th-century crescent-shaped palace above the Baths of Diocletian, this 238-room hotel straddles Piazza della Repubblica. The interiors go full marble-and-majesty, but thankfully, stop short of pretending it’s still 300 AD.

Hotel Artemide

Hotel Artemide operates in a 19th-century building and is known for consistent four-star performance with five-star service elements. Each room includes complimentary soft drinks and snacks, and the on-site Ambrosia rooftop restaurant provides skyline views. Its basement spa includes a Roman-style thermal circuit and treatment suites.

Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese

This French-managed hotel borders the Borghese Gardens and Piazza di Spagna. Recently redesigned by Jean-Philippe Nuel, the property blends neoclassical exteriors with contemporary interiors. The rooftop restaurant Settimo serves modern Roman cuisine with unobstructed views over St. Peter’s Basilica. Despite the upscale setting, service and access remain notably unpretentious.

Hotel Locarno

A film industry favorite since the 1920s, Hotel Locarno sits quietly off Piazza del Popolo. It retains much of its Art Nouveau charm, with antique furnishings and original elevator systems. The inner garden courtyard serves cocktails in warmer months, while many rooms are still outfitted with restored 1920s decor.

Hotel Santa Maria

Trastevere might party late, but this place sleeps like it’s 1590. Located inside a former cloister, Hotel Santa Maria is a 16th-century monastery that now moonlights as a 20-room boutique hotel. Rooms open onto a citrus-filled courtyard, and the Renaissance walls politely keep the chaos where it belongs (outside).

Singer Palace Hotel

The Singer Sewing Company clearly had a taste and a thing for location. Built in 1928, this 30-room Art Deco boutique now trades typewriters for cocktails. Set on Via del Corso, it keeps its vintage charm while serving rooftop views of the Pantheon, Piazza Venezia, and Trevi Fountain like it’s no big deal.

Chapter Roma

If your Airbnb had a graffiti phase and got a design degree, it’d look like this. Chapter Roma lives in a 19th-century bank near Campo de’ Fiori and proudly wears its boutique-gritty badge. Exposed brick and a lobby bar that doubles as a DJ lounge? It’s cool without trying too hard.

Nerva Boutique Hotel

Just a few minutes away from the Roman Forum, Nerva is independently owned and focuses on design-forward interiors within a modest footprint. Rooms feature locally crafted furnishings and walk-in rainfall showers. The hotel’s espresso bar also works as a cozy workspace. Its proximity to major archaeological sites is a consistent draw for short-stay travelers.

Elizabeth Unique Hotel

Located on Via delle Colonnette near Piazza del Popolo, this property is part of the Italian AG Hotels group. Rooms look like galleries that showcase rotating contemporary art curated by Galleria Russo. In-room amenities include Dyson hairdryers and handmade Italian toiletries. Here, the service leans quietly toward personalized without overstepping.

Portrait Roma

When the Ferragamo family opens a hotel above their flagship store, subtlety isn’t the goal. Portrait Roma is all suites, all styles, and unapologetically tailored. Each unit comes with a kitchenette and an iPad that knows more about the neighborhood than most lifelong Romans. Shoes not included.

Hotel Nazionale

Overlooking Montecitorio Palace (home of Italy’s Chamber of Deputies), this hotel is favored by diplomats and business travelers. Its roots trace back to 1733, but rooms now include high-speed tech and workspaces. Security is discreet but tight, and the in-house Parliament restaurant serves classic Roman cuisine daily.

Residenza Paolo VI

It’s not flashy, but it’s closer to the Vatican than most cardinals. Set in a former Augustinian monastery, Residenza Paolo VI delivers what luxury stays can’t: silence, history, and a front-row seat to St. Peter’s Basilica. The rooms stay true to their clerical past, but the rooftop view is pure drama.

Albergo Del Senato

Located on Piazza della Rotonda, this hotel faces the Pantheon. Every morning starts with ancient Roman stonework in plain view. Family-run for decades, the property mixes traditional interiors with modern comforts like blackout shutters and climate control. The rooftop bar is seasonal but praised for unbeatable sunset views over the dome.

The Fifteen Keys Hotel

No, the name’s not poetic, as it literally has fifteen rooms. This Monti townhouse skips the marble-and-majesty act for clean Scandinavian lines and Italian soul. Think artisan textiles and a courtyard breakfast setup that doesn’t pretend it’s brunch. Bonus: close to the Colosseum, far from the selfie-stick swarm.

Martis Palace Hotel

Formerly a private mansion near Piazza Navona, this four-star property now blends sleek interiors with architectural nods to its Renaissance shell. Rooms include soundproofing and high-speed connectivity, making it popular with business and leisure travelers. The rooftop lounge sees light foot traffic despite having panoramic views of the Centro Storico.

Dharma Boutique Hotel

Situated away in Monti on a quiet alley, Dharma Boutique occupies a restored 19th-century building with just 13 rooms. Each space is uniquely styled, with bold patterns and compact balconies. The wellness area has a Finnish sauna and fitness zone—a rare amenity in boutique hotels of this size.