When in Rome, do what the Romans did if they were Emperors: live as lavishly as possible and regret nothing. We’ve scoped out some of the best luxury hotels in Rome for couples, families, and sightseers who love a spectacular stay. Expect only 4-stars and above at these abodes.
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Best 5-star hotels in Rome
These top hotels in Rome are ready to treat you to a lavish stay.
Portrait Roma
One of the best luxury hotels in Rome, Portrait Roma only has 14 suites to ensure your Roman holiday is as personalized as possible. Their Timeless Suite is just that: a cozy abode with chocolates and bourbon at the ready. The Penthouse Trinità dei Monti leaves a little more room to relax, adding a private balcony into the mix.
Palazzo Manfredi
Every room in the Palazzo Manfredi has a view of the Colosseum. The only time you’ll ever be tempted to bail from such a beautiful sight is to dine at the Michelin-starred Aroma downstairs.
Best boutique hotels in Rome
At the crossroads of unashamed luxury and modest vibes sit these boutique hotels in Rome.
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Hotel Locarno
Hotel Locarno’s big 100-year birthday is in 2025. Go celebrate a century of one of the best boutique hotels in Rome with a stay in its absolutely opulent “Doge” suite. Original wooden floors, a 17th-century walk-in wardrobe, and all-marble bathroom exude luxury in this Titan red suite. It’s one of the most romantic hotels in Rome for couples who love a room dressed in elegance (and a roommate dressed in very little).
Singer Palace
Singer Palace is chill — which means you’ve got to act calm, cool, and collected when you look down at the Via del Corso from your Singer Suite. Located between the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain, you’ll feel like Rome is at your fingertips when gazing at the rooftops from Rooftop Jim’s Bar.
Best Rome hotels with swimming pools
Slip on a swimsuit and dive into the best Rome hotels with swimming pools.
Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel
The rooftop pool at the Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Hotel is a rarity in Rome. It’s only a block away from Roma Termini train station. Drinks and snacks are served on the solarium deck for you to enjoy while admiring the Piazza della Repubblica and the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.
Palazzo Dama
Palazzo Dama sits beside the Ponte Regina Margherita, away from the core of the city, turning its outdoor pool and garden into an oasis. Framed with lemon and olive trees, it’s the perfect place for morning cappuccinos and nightly aperitifs while working on your tan.
Best hotels to stay in Rome with kids
Make memories that’ll last an eternity at these Eternal City hotels for kids.
Roma Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Gladiator classes, pizza making courses, and hat making activities at Roma Cavalieri give your littles ones an immersive experience in Rome. Any lucky parents who are also kids at heart will revel in exclusive experiences like a round at Marco Simone Golf, a day spent zooming around in an Italian sports car, and a special Gladiator session for adults.
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Hotel de Russie
If you’ve never stayed at a Rocco Forte property, then allow us to introduce you to one of the best hotel groups in Rome. At Hotel de Russie, your little ones have access to programmes separated into age-appropriate categories: 0-3, 4-12, and 13-16. Teddy bear turndown service, rubber duckies in the bathtub, bicycle rides down the Appian Way, art classes with a watercolorist, pizza making classes, and gelato tours transform this family vacation into your child’s favorite city in the world.
Best hotel in Rome, Italy for sightseeing
Because you don’t want to snooze when there’s sightseeing to be had.
Residenza San Paolo VI
Near St. Peter’s Square, Residenza San Paolo VI is as close as you can get to staying in Vatican City. Sleep in a Junior Suite with views of St. Peter’s Basilica then walk over to the Vatican Museums before the queues start to form.
NH Collection Roma Fori Imperiali
NH Collection Roma Fori Imperiali is one of the best hotels in Rome for sightseeing, especially for those who don’t want to sacrifice stars for proximity. Campidoglio and the Roman Forum are practically across the street and Circo Massimo, the Colosseum, and other sites are minutes away. See what else is nearby when you sip cocktails on the rooftop terrace.
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What hotel do celebrities stay in Rome?
Hotel Hassler is known as an A-list hot spot with the likes of Audrey Hepburn, J-Lo, Tom Cruise, and the Beckhams spending the night (and if it’s good enough for a soccer legend and a Spice Girl, then you know it’s one of the best hotels in Rome for couples). During the 2023 Ryder Cup, many of the golfers stayed at Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel. The Westin Excelsior has drawn a paparazzi crowd for years thanks to the many celebs and socialites that have stayed there.
What is the most expensive hotel in Rome?
Two of the most expensive hotel rooms in Rome are the Bellavista Penthouse Suite at Hotel Eden, and the Presidential Suite at the St. Regis. How expensive are they? The St. Regis extends us a $12,000 per-night rate. Meanwhile, Hotel Eden’s website saw which credit card we had on file and laughed at us for trying to book the Bellavista Penthouse Suite.
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