95 Best Hotels in Rome, Italy

British brand The Hoxton's first foray into Italy is a design lover's dream filled with 1970s-inspired bespoke furniture, art tomes, and plants that transform the large lobby into intimate seating nooks perfect for socializing and coworking. The signature restaurant, Elio, serves delicious Italian cuisine, while Cugino offers pastries in the morning and creative Spritz cocktails with light bites in the evening. Rooms are modestly sized, with plush beds, Roberts stereos, flatscreen TVs, and free tea and coffee. Minibars have only water and milk, but guests can purchase snacks at the front desk. There's also a large event space called the Apartment, which can be rented out.

Formerly the retreat of a rich noble family, this 15th-century house is now one of Rome's most intimate and luxurious hotels, with gorgeous terraces and a rooftop bar affording views of the never-ending theater of the Spanish Steps. Even the Hassler, Il Palazzetto's iconic sister hotel on the other side of Piazza Trinità dei Monti, can't make this claim. The four tranquil guest rooms are outfitted in soothing taupes and creams (three look out over the Steps); none of them have room service, but guests enjoy full use of the facilities at the Hassler. Without the 24-hour attention of the Hassler, and with their sense of privacy and independence, Il Palazzetto's accommodations feel more like small, luxury apartments than hotel rooms—something that's seen as a major perk by guests, who tend to book up the rooms months in advance.

This cozy hotel in a converted town house near Via Veneto is popular with American travelers thanks to its location close to the embassy, American-style breakfast, and helpful staff. Rooms are basic, comfortable, and tasteful (although single rooms are almost windowless), but the hotel's real draws are its bar, terrace, and lounges, which are adorned with colorful wallpaper and inviting loveseats. The garden is a blissfully quiet setting, especially when compared with the all-go vibe of the neighboring W Rome.

Just around the corner from Piazza della Repubblica, this extremely Instagrammable hotel has a lobby lounge with surrealist design elements, like lip-shaped sofas, and an interior courtyard done up in millennial pink. Guest rooms are a bit more subdued, with pastel fabrics, terrazzo floors, and Carrara marble bathrooms. After you've settled into your room, shimmy down to the bar, which is decked out in gold and mirrors with cloud-shaped hanging lamps.

This boutique property inside the former residence of opera composer Gaetano Donizetto aims to be a restaurant with rooms above rather than a hotel with a restaurant below. In fact, you have to walk through the restaurant to check in at the reception desk. The design is inspired by English colonial clubhouses, with plush banquettes and gallery walls featuring Old Master–style paintings with a humorous twist. Rooms have plush beds with oversize headboards, bold colors, and luxe marble bathrooms.

The first luxury hotel built on the Via Veneto, in 1889, the luxurious Majestic was long a favorite among Roman nobility and high society (it served as a backdrop in Fellini's La Dolce Vita). Today, the Majestic holds onto its grand old-world splendor with luxurious art deco furnishings, spacious rooms, up-to-date accessories, and white marble bathrooms. The wonderful restaurant with a Sicilian menu and bar has a delightful terrace that overlooks the Via Veneto and excellent people-watching potential.

You can do your sightseeing from the rooftop terrace of the Marcella, a midsize hotel with the feel of a smaller, more intimate establishment, where staff go the extra mile to make your stay pleasant. Many rooms also have good views, and all are decorated in tasteful color schemes, some with floral prints and mirrored walls. The spacious suites are ideal for families. The hotel is 10 minutes from Via Veneto and Termini Station.

Not only is this handsome hotel at the top of Via Veneto and next to the Villa Borghese park something of a beacon on the Rome landscape, but its guest rooms are among the largest in the city. The design of the rooms feels distinguished, and many face the enchanting gardens of the Villa Borghese, including the suites, each of which is unique and has carefully chosen antiques. On-site amenities include a fitness center and a lovely rooftop restaurant.

Step out of this charming, clean, well-run hotel, and you'll feel like you've landed in the middle of an ancient imperial stomping ground; a stone's throw from the Forum, it's surrounded by the breathtaking splendor of ancient ruins. Guest rooms are on the small side but are modern and offer good value for the location; they feature large comfy orthopedic beds with hounds-tooth-plaid headboards, parquet flooring, marble baths, air-conditioning, and soundproof windows. The Aurora Bistrot & Bar, located in the lounge of the hotel, serves brunch every day and aperitivo in the evenings.

It would be hard to find a modern hotel closer to the Roman Forum—the ancient ruins are practically right outside the door. Rooms feature sleek contemporary furniture and wallpaper stamped with villas from Rome's past. Don't miss drinks on the rooftop terrace, which provides bird's-eye views of Piazza Venezia, Trajan's Column, and the domes of the Santissima Nome di Maria al Foro Traiano Church.

Once home to the Malaspina family who hosted high-society gatherings throughout the 18th century, this former Roman villa has public spaces that are sumptuously decorated with chandeliers, velvet curtains, and eclectic artwork. Rooms feature tasteful navy blue, taupe, or green details against white backdrops, with comfortable beds and minimal furniture. Some suites offer incredible details like beamed ceilings, terraces, design books, and prints by noted photographers. The gorgeous outdoor garden features olive and lemon trees, and a pool with sunbeds.

If you dream of waking up to head-on views of the Colosseum, book into this boutique hotel, which is set in a 17th-century palazzo built over the ruins of the Ludus Magnus, the gymnasium used by Roman gladiators, and offers refined luxury. An adjacent building has modern suites and the must-visit cocktail bar, The Court. The upscale rooftop restaurant Aroma rounds out the offerings.

Originally a 17th-century convent for orphaned girls, Palazzo Ripetta is now a stylish hotel designed by Fausta Gaetani, featuring vibrant upholstery, abstract art, and colorful Murano glass fixtures. There is also a bistro in the ground-level courtyard, the San Baylon Ristorante & Cocktail Bar, and a spacious rooftop bar focused on wines.

Overlooking the Arch of Janus and offering glimpses of Palatine Hill, boutique Palazzo Velabro combines timeless architecture and contemporary design in a quiet corner of the neighborhood. Sleek, modern furniture and fittings are complimented by vintage photographs and amenities like Nespresso machines. Each suite comes with a kitchenette, a rarity in Rome. The lobby features ceiling murals inspired by the Tiber, while a rotating selection of contemporary art adorns the walls and books line the shelves. The hotel also offers free nightly screenings of classic Roman films in its cinema room and serves modern Italian meals at the on-site restaurant.

A member of Marriott's Autograph Collection, this boutique hotel is a sleek retreat in the center of the action. The design is clean lined and modern, with amenities like smart TVs, minibars stocked with full-size bottles of wine, and smartphones you can use while exploring the city. The Michelin-starred restaurant, Idylio by Apreda, serves creative cuisine by one of Rome's most renowned chefs, Francesco Apreda (formerly of the Hassler), and the Divinity Terrace on the rooftop offers a relaxing spot for an aperitivo (aperitif) surrounded by the church domes and terra-cotta roofs of Rome.

The 1960s-era facade of this large, seven-story hotel designed by Gio Ponti contrasts with the turn-of-the-20th-century Italian court decor and the extensive botanical garden outside, resulting in a combination of traditional elegance and contemporary pleasure. Windows in every room overlook an ocean of green, surmounted by St. Peter's dome. The hotel has wonderful indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a piano bar with stained glass and carved walnut appointments, a massive spa, and chamber music in the garden.

In a 15th-century palazzo on one of the city's oldest streets, Relais Giulia is a classic Roman Renaissance boutique hotel with sophisticated modern furnishings and fixtures. It's spread out over three floors and includes magnificently restored ancient frescoes, soaring original wood-beam ceilings and terra-cotta floors, flowing drapes, and romantic canopy beds. Amenities include whirlpool bathtubs, free Wi-Fi, iPads for guests to use at the reception, and flat-screen TVs.

Set within the former cloister grounds of the Santa Chiara order, with beautiful gardens, Le Clarisse makes you feel like you're staying at a close friend's villa, thanks to the comfortable size of the guest rooms and personalized service. This charming oasis features simple but classically styled accommodations with terra-cotta-tiled floors, wrought-iron bed frames, and oak furnishings; some rooms open onto a bright courtyard surrounded by a Mediterranean garden of grapevines and olive and lemon trees.

This small hotel has reasonable rates considering its prime location—namely, a side street behind the lovely Via dei Coronari and right around the corner from Piazza Navona. The kitschy wallpaper prints wrapping the guest rooms are the notable cute factor in the otherwise standard lodgings.

Fresh flowers in the foyer and personal attention from the staff help make this small, family-run residence close to Termini station feel like a gracious home. The lobby's glossy floors, elegant door moldings, and handsome wood Empire-style desk and chairs make a sweet impression. There are only six rooms, each of which is traditionally furnished—accentuated with fine draperies, warm wooden parquet floors, and authentic decorative stucco ceilings.

Set in a former monastery—still an extraterritorial part of the Vatican—abutting Bernini's colonnade of St. Peter's Square, the Paolo VI (pronounced "Sesto," a reference to Pope Paul VI) is unbeatably close to St. Peter's, with basic, quiet guest rooms. Replete with a stone terrace that directly overlooks Bernini's 17th-century porticoes, this hotel enjoys one of the most spectacular perches in Rome. For a truly exceptional stay, ask for one of the six "Deluxe Superior" rooms.

Set in a quiet residential neighborhood amid 15 acres of lush Mediterranean parkland, the Rome Cavalieri is a true hilltop oasis with magnificent views as well as three outdoor pools, one indoor pool, and a palatial spa. Rooms (ask for one facing the city) are spacious, with private balconies, striped damask, puffy armchairs, and no shortage of luxe amenities, including a pillow menu and luxurious bath products. The rooftop restaurant, La Pergola, is one of the best in the city.

This modern hotel has large, soundproofed rooms with contemporary furnishings, hardwood floors, and huge fluffy beds. Staffers go out of their way to make you feel at home. The vast breakfast spread has Italian and American foods as well as options for special diets. A rooftop terrace has great views of the city, and there's a small gym in the basement.

Off the beaten path, this clean and comfortable hotel has been welcoming guests for more than 50 years. Though the exterior looks like nothing more than your average Roman apartment building, once inside you'll find that rooms are relatively spacious (if basic). The area itself offers plenty of parking, and the advantage of being so close to Testaccio is the abundance of great lounges, pizzerias, and nightlife.

Perched atop the Spanish Steps, this charming boutique hotel is so popular that it's often booked far in advance. If you're lucky enough to find a vacancy here, you'll enjoy stylish rooms, some of which are accentuated with cheery turquoise and yellow decor. You'll also have a chance to get some Rome insider tips from the friendly owner who is usually in a room near the front desk. The gorgeous rooftop is a wonderful spot to enjoy the free breakfast or a glass of wine.

Located steps from the bustling southern end of Via del Corso in the former headquarters of the Singer Sewing Company, Singer Palace is a boutique hotel that offers convenient access to Rome's cultural and commercial hubs. Its great location and accommodating staff make it an ideal base for exploring the city's famous landmarks and indulging in shopping along Via del Corso.

Six Senses is known for a focus on 360-degree wellness and sustainability, and the brand's first Italian property is a delight: a luxurious, tranquil retreat in the center of one of the city's busiest neighborhoods, allowing guests to be in the middle of it all while opting out of the usual cacophony of the city center. Set inside a 15th-century palazzo, a monumental Carrara marble staircase connects the four floors of peaceful, earth-toned rooms that use a mix of luxurious natural materials to create small havens of comfort. The spa, which includes Roman-style baths, and a healthy modern restaurant keep to the theme of indulgent well-being.

Set in a refurbished 1902 Victorian palace, the Sofitel—which has a long-standing good reputation with business travelers—exudes old-world elegance with modern-design sensibility. The hotel is cleverly situated on a quiet street between the hot spots of Via Veneto and the Spanish Steps. The ethereal guest rooms are decorated in subdued tones with flowing white drapes and peeks of pastel frescoes. All feature amenities such as Diptyque toiletries, Bose stereo systems, and Nespresso machines. The rooftop restaurant, Settimo, is the perfect place to watch the sun set over the city.

Drawing inspiration from the neighborhood's artsy ethos, the first international hotel brand to open in San Lorenzo functions as a members club, with both traditional rooms and apartments. Amenities include wraparound balconies on every floor, a club restaurant that serves international cuisine, a spa, a state-of-the-art gym, a 42-seat screening room, a content-creation studio, and a rooftop terrace with a pool and outpost of Cecconi's with 360-degree panoramic views. Pets are accepted if they're certified as emotional support animals.

Set within a thoughtfully restored palazzo, UNA HOTELS Trastevere blends modern comfort with the character of one of Rome’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Its comfortable, light-filled rooms feature contemporary details like universal sockets and smart TVs. Set an easy walk from Trastevere’s lively piazzas, the hotel provides quiet escapes as well—whether in the tranquil inner courtyard or on the rooftop terrace with views of the city all the way to the Apennine Mountains.