10 New Hotels in Rome We Can’t Wait to Book
Rome may be known as the Eternal City, but its hotel scene is constantly changing. In fact, the city is experiencing a particularly thrilling hotel opening spree as of late. You’ve always been able to find both iconic hotels in restored mansions and modern additions with contemporary design, but now you also have places like the ultra-luxe Bulgari Hotel Roma, which represents a homecoming of sorts for the Roman jewelry brand.
This year, we’re especially excited about the debut of an intimate boutique hotel with a striking maximalist aesthetic in the under-the-radar neighborhood of Monti, just uphill from the Colosseum. Don’t miss it, along with these other inspired new stays in a city already known for its impeccable taste. (Photo courtesy of Bulgari Hotel Roma.)
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Six Senses Rome (Trevi)
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It’s no surprise this wellness-focused hotel has a Roman bathing circuit. But it also offers 21st-century spa treatments like cryo-lifting facials and “biohacking” packages with light therapy and breathing masks. At the first Six Senses hotel in Italy, you can even detox with yoga sessions and fresh juices, then retox with tiramisu croissants at breakfast and creative cocktails at the rooftop bar—just like the ancient Romans did, going from the baths to bacchanalian banquets. The word “spa” is a Latin acronym, after all.
The Rome EDITION (Via Veneto)
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The first EDITION in Italy leans into its location with a lantern-lit garden that doubles as a piazza and a restaurant by Paola Colucci, the chef behind cult-favorite street-food spot Pianostrada. But the brand signatures (faux fur throws, jewel-tone velvet, the Punch Room cocktail bar) remain. Toss in the glowing green Jade Bar and a rooftop pool bar and you’ve got the recipe for a hedonistic stay in this pleasure-loving city. This is one hotel where you’ll want (or need) to sleep in.
W Rome (Via Veneto)
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Spread across two historic palazzos, the W Rome has colorful furnishings and custom artworks, including a mural by a local artist. It all feels rather mature, though with its live DJs and rooftop pool, this hotel is still, clearly, a W. The roof also draws visitors for gourmet pizza by one of Rome’s top pizzaioli, while the ground-floor restaurant offers a taste of Sicily by Ciccio Sultano, one of the island’s most decorated chefs.
Bulgari Hotel Roma (Campo Marzio)
This heritage Roman jewelry brand now has a hotel in its hometown, and there are plenty of nods to Italian art and design, like Murano glass accents and custom mosaics and fabrics inspired by Bulgari motifs. The indoor pool is more than 60 feet long, with glittering mosaics inspired by the ones in the Baths of Caracalla, and the hotel’s culinary offerings include a rooftop bar, casual cafe and elegant restaurant, all with menus by acclaimed chef Niko Romito.
Palazzo Ripetta (Tridente)
Sure, you’re in Rome, but you don’t even have to leave this 78-room hotel to see fantastic art. Across the property, you’ll find a dynamic collection of works, ranging from Italian frescoes and sculptures to Roman artifacts and American Pop art, including an original Andy Warhol. Additionally, Palazzo Ripetta, which is one of the city’s few independent hotels of its caliber, offers bold, eclectic design and worthwhile dining outlets, including the casual Piazzetta Ripetta in the cloister and the San Baylon Restaurant, where chef Marco Ciccotelli pays homage to his Abruzzese root.
InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace (Via Veneto)
Housed in a Renaissance Revival palazzo, this hotel was once the U.S. Embassy’s library. The property has an enviable address on Via Veneto, and embraces its history with arches, a grand marble staircase and gold accents. For dining, there’s Scarpetta NYC (New York-based LDV Hospitality’s modern Italian concept) and the rooftop bar Charlie’s, which is inspired by Harlem’s jazz clubs and Via Veneto’s sybaritic dolce vita heyday.
Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel (Piazza della Repubblica)
You’ll actually want to visit the meeting spaces in this hotel, which are suspended over the Baths of Diocletian (you can see the ruins through glass panels in the floor). Equally impressive is the rooftop, with a pool overlooking the city and a restaurant serving sushi, cocktails and views of the Fountain of the Nereids. For something fancier, book a table at the fine-dining restaurant and experience tasting menus that push the boundaries of Italian cuisine.
Palazzo Velabro (Palatino)
Located between the Roman Forum and the Circus Maximus, this mansion-turned-hotel has 32 rooms and suites, custom and vintage furnishings, a private screening room and a library with specially curated books. A member of Design Hotels, Palazzo Velabro also features impressive ceiling murals and plays host to rotating art installations. The restaurant serves classic dishes like carbonara and cacio e pepe, as well as creative takes on Italian cuisine.
The First Musica (Prati)
You won’t find any centuries-old architecture here. Instead, there’s modern design and a rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar with Tiber River views. The 24 rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows, marble bathrooms and Bang & Olufsen speakers, while the on-site restaurant, Alto, serves a seafood-focused menu by the chef of Acquolina, the award-winning restaurant at The First Musica’s sister property just off Piazza del Popolo.
Casa Monti (Monti)
Artsy, bohemian Monti—the neighborhood just uphill from the Colosseum and Roman Forum—is a favorite among Rome insiders, but it hasn’t had a luxury boutique hotel until now. Casa Monti may draw you in with its whimsical, colorful design, but it’s the warm, friendly staff who will keep you coming back. Ask them how they created the tasty original cocktails at the rooftop bar, let them guide you through the restaurant’s traditional Italian menu or ask for insider tips about the neighborhood’s artisan boutiques.
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