The best boutique hotels in Rome, Italy promise historic immersion coupled with divine style
Historic hideaways and modern marvels in the Italian capital.
From Montenegro to Malta to Croatia, we’re on a mission to find the trendiest places for you to lay your head while exploring Europe and beyond. One of our favourite destinations for a history, food, and style fix is the Italian capital, and we’re pretty sure you’ll fall for it too. Be sure to book into one of the best boutique hotels in Rome to add a touch more style to your next holiday.
And for those Italy-bound, you may be interested in the very best boutique hotels in Venice and Bologna too.
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The best boutique hotels in Rome, Italy
1. Residenza Napoleone III
The former residence of Emperor Napoleon III, who lived in the property from 1830, this stunning hotel sits on Rome’s world-famous Via Condotti and is now owned by the Ruspoli family. Featuring just two high-end luxury apartments, they have the monopoly on exclusivity in Rome.
Within your room, you’ll find subtle luxuries such as a Bose speakers and Bulgari toiletries, and receive a complimentary glass of Chianti from the family’s Tuscan vineyard on arrival. The Napoleon Suite will take you back in time, featuring antique furnishings, oil paintings and 16th century tapestries, while the Rooftop Garden Suite provides all of this and more. Its cosy living room, accessed by spiral staircase, and large terrace with views over the skyline make it the ideal place to enjoy the hotel’s continental breakfast and wake up to the sounds of the city.
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2. Fifteen Keys Hotel
A trendy neighbourhood where you’re unlikely to see many tourists, Fifteen Keys Hotel sits in Monti, just east of the Colosseum, in a quiet yet central spot. The townhouse is beautiful, exclusive, and totally boutique, designed like a very cool home, with retro furniture, vintage lighting and simple colours.
Just like you’d imagine in a luxe B&B, Fifteen Keys has a large, well-designed kitchen that extends into the courtyard, serving a breakfast spread alfresco, and guests can enjoy a snack or drink almost 24 hours a day. There are just 15 rooms overlooking the inner courtyard, many of which have fun exposed brickwork, comfy beds and large bathrooms, plus a minibar stocked with snacks from Eataly. To explore the city, guests can also rent cute, old-fashioned bicycles free of charge.
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3. Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese
Luxe is the name of the game both inside and out at the freshly restyled Sofitel, located in the leafy Villa Borghese, just a short walk from Rome’s best attractions. Despite Sofitel being a worldwide brand, you won’t find any copy-and-paste designs here: the 19th Century Palazzo is now filled with sleek white interiors offset by marble, gold, and jewel tones. The stunning rooms stick to the white theme, equipped with Sofitel’s signature bed, a Bose speaker, a Nespresso machine and Hermes toiletries. The intricately framed mirrors and photographs of famous art make each one feel like a museum.
The hotel may be compact, but its amenities are not – there’s a new champagne bar and a small gym, plus a rooftop bar and restaurant draped in greenery that offers spectacular views over the rooftops of Rome.
Read our full review of Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese.
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4. Leon’s Place
Featuring an internal garden and a playfully modern design aesthetic, Leon’s Place is undoubtedly one of the best boutique hotels in Rome. Accommodations here span 56 suites and rooms, each uniquely configured and offering travellers all of the mod cons, and Carrara marble in each bathroom.
The hotel’s wellness area features a hot tub along with a Turkish bath and a sauna for relaxing after days of pounding the pavements. Located just a short walk from Via Veneto, and with easy access to the metro, it’s the ideal spot for a trip to the Italian capital.
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5. The Hoxton, Rome
The tenth Hoxton Group space to open, following in the footsteps of the group’s Paris and Amsterdam counterparts, The Hoxton, Rome has not lost any of the style and buzz of its predecessors. Featuring an eclectic mix of furniture and design pieces from across the world, the rooms are retro and cosy, inspired by mid-century Italian design.
The range of rooms caters to all tastes, whether you choose the Cosy, Roomy or Biggy, the latter of which provides your own balcony or terrace. Each room offers a high spec private space for an affordable price, something which founder Sharan Pasricha was keen on retaining in order to maintain a local, Italian vibe.
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6. CasaCau
From an unloved 17th century building next to the Trevi Fountain, to one of Rome’s leading boutique hotels, CasaCau combines artistic minimalism with home-grown, laid-back vibes. The owner’s aim for each of the six apartments is to make you feel as if you are staying with an Italian friend, which they achieve through 50s décor and sparse but homely furniture.
The apartments are quietly taken up a notch through the inclusion of Turkish baths and a sauna in the Grand Apartment, as well as the provision of groceries on arrival allowing you to make use of your kitchen and dining space. Each apartment is entirely unique and the larger ones are perfect for families looking to immerse themselves in the city’s culture.
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7. G Rough
Gabriele Salini is a 7th generation Roman and G-Rough is his passion project. The 17th century building is a short walk from the famous Piazza Navona, and features interiors from the 1930s to the 1970s. From the modern: a brass-finished bar, art installations and the mirror walled Sito room, to the ancient: wooden ceilings, original patina walls and tiled floors, this space manages to create a symposium between modern art and Roman history.
The ten suites and apartments are all carefully curated for a luxury experience. The intimate executive suites with walk-in showers, traditional mosaic flooring and velvet sofas are more than enough to quench a taste for indulgence. If you want to turn it up a notch, the extravagant penthouse suite with two living rooms, two bathrooms and a private roof terrace is an homage to Venice in design, whilst providing striking views of Rome.
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8. Piazza di Spagna 9
Sitting on the third floor of a historic building opposite the famous Spanish steps, Piazza di Spagna 9 houses six luxury suites, an art gallery, a living space, and hammam with a Jacuzzi.
Each room has been uniquely created so that each guest has a bespoke experience, and you’ll find little luxuries such as a Nespresso machine and L’Occitane toiletries to make you feel at home. Each one also sports a range of contemporary artwork from across the globe, and the pieces on show in the gallery are updated regularly with the city’s up and coming genius, all available to buy should you desire.
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9. Hotel Vilòn
Accessed via an unassuming doorway on Via dell’Arrancio, Hotel Vilon mixes opulent history with modern glamour. Facing the stunning Villa Borghese, the building was once a 16th century palazzo and comprises 18 contemporary suites and a private courtyard, retaining its original art deco features throughout.
The residence is the fusion of work by original designer Paolo Bonfini, photographer Massimo Listri, and interior designer Giampiero Panepinto, who enriched the hotel using neutral colours and jewel tones for a subtly classy finish. Each room manages to be both warm and lavish – our pick is the sumptuous Borghese Suite with marble bathroom, rain shower and private terrace which pay tribute to Rome’s leading noble families.
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10. Hotel Palazzo Manfredi
Retaining the distinguished luxury reputation of other Manfredi residences, the Palazzo Manfredi is a palatial home just a stone’s throw from the Colosseum. The original building was designed for the Evangelisti family in the 17th century, by Giovanni Battista Mola, before being purchased by Goffredo Manfredi and his wife, who enriched the already lavish interiors with gold and glass tones.
In contrast to the modern art of Manfredi’s Palm Suites, the Palazzo puts elegance and sophistication at the forefront of its rooms. The largest suites are set across two floors, providing a whirlpool bathtub, mini gym, and views over the nearby Colosseum. It’s definitely one of the best boutique hotels in Rome.
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11. JK Place Roma
The interiors of JK Place inspire thoughts of an urban jungle – dark wood, low lights and lush foliage; this is why it consistently wins awards for Rome’s most stylish boutique hotel. The hotel’s designer, Michele Bönan, liberally blends contemporary art and bold colours with mid-century furnishings to create a chic and tasteful hotel.
Dotted with marble busts and statues that are an ode to more ancient times, along with his signature geometric fixtures and canopy beds, you’ll enjoy endlessly refined luxury. Daily complimentary breakfasts and the JK Café, which serves fresh market produce, are the cherry on the cake.
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12. Umilta 36
One of the newest hotels to make the list, Umilta 36 by CaberlonCaroppi Studio can be found in wonderfully restored heritage building, just steps away from the Trevi Fountain. Offering 47 bespoke guestrooms, the design takes inspiration from the 50s and blends warm woods with minimal spaces, perfect for the modern traveller.
We love the views from the rooftop lounge and don’t miss sampling Argetinian fare at El Porteño.
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13. Crossing Condotti
Within walking distance of Fontana di Trevi and Villa Medici, Crossing Condotti is perfectly positioned and set up to make your Rome explorations even sweeter. The interiors here blend classic vintage pieces with contemporary art for a vibrant stay complete with extra comfy beds.
While the Master Rooms, the Junior Suite, and the Double Deluxe have a kitchenette and bar included, a shared space complete with fridge, coffee maker, and complimentary artisanal products is available to guests 24/7.
We love the fact that concierges Davide and Francesco are on hand, even before you check-in to make sure you get to discover the trendiest under-the-radar restaurants and to help you see the sights at the best time of day.
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14. Palm Suites
Claiming Rome’s best location just steps from the Colosseum, The Manifredi Palm Suites are a cool oasis in the city. The exposed brickwork and archways may feel subterranean, but the indoor palm trees and pops of brightly coloured furnishings – think pink flamingos and jungle print rugs, provide a fun contrast.
There are just five suites here, all of whose interiors focus on sustainability and natural materials. From the Palm Suite, which has views of the inner courtyard and a more neutral, pared down design palette, to the Grand Palm Suite, which combines bold prints, warm clay bathrooms and a view over the Roman Forum, there is no shortage of choice here. Add to this the rooftop restaurant and bistro, with spectacular views of the Colosseum, and the ground floor mixology bar, and you have one of the city’s best hidden gems.
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15. Palazzo Roma
The soon-to-open Palazzo Roma is located at the hottest address in the city, Via del Corso. Combining the mastery and timelessness of a Roman palazzo with contemporary furniture and artwork, the hotel is a masterpiece. The 39 rooms and suites feature original frescoes, coffered ceilings, marble and parquet flooring, with pops of colour and quirky patterns to keep things fresh.
Dining options are no less than you’d expect in Italy, with Ristorante Dei Cherubini serving exquisite fine dining, light snacks at Sala della Musica and drinks at the Uniforms Bar. Opening in December 2023, it’s one of the most anticipated Italian openings of the year.
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16. The Liberty Boutique Hotel
The Liberty Boutique Hotel is on the doorstep of Termini Station – in other words, the heart of the city. From the outside, a beautiful Italian townhouse, while inside, you’ll find chic, modern rooms with fluffy white beds and sleek silver details, mirrors and contemporary lighting. Each one comes with a well-stocked minibar, TV and comfy memory foam mattress, while a select few have beautiful, sun-catching balconies.
Descend the hotel’s spiral staircase, and you’ll be greeted with luxury marble interiors, a 24-hour front desk and dozens of restaurants just outside. The hotel is also working on its own restaurant and rooftop bar for enjoying a meal against a Roman sunset.
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17. Rhinoceros Roma
The brainchild of Alda Fendi, the world-famous designer’s fifth child, Rhinoceros Roma is an art installation above all else. Named after the building Alda chose for this project, Palazzo Rhinoceros, which sits squarely in the heart of the city with views of Palatine Hill, each of the 24 unique apartments are decorated to the highest standard by architect and designer Jean Nouvel.
The ancient history of the city seeps into this historical building, where the walls remain largely bare to expose the original patina, whilst the stainless-steel furnishings and high spec appliances in every room provide a stark modern contrast.
The minimalist interiors and sweeping views encourage you to explore the rich history just outside but the five-floor art gallery and rooftop bistro ensure you will be just as enticed by the exquisite sights and tastes within the hotel walls.
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18. Nerva Boutique Hotel
Also located in Monti, Nerva Boutique Hotel sits right between the Colosseum and Piazza Venezia, just a short hop to the city’s iconic sights. A spacious and elegant townhouse, the hotel is modern inside, and the 20 rooms feature fun lighting and furniture, quirky artwork and lots of colour. Yet, you’ll also find slices of classic Italy, such as the old wooden ceilings, views onto the streets of Rome, and a newly made-up welcome basket bursting with wine and chocolates on arrival.
As Nerva is a cosy, family-run establishment, you won’t find extensive amenities, but they’ll do everything possible to make your stay seamless, from the complimentary afternoon tea service to their programme of boutique city experiences, such as guided tours, spa appointments and dinner reservations.
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19. Kolbe Hotel Rome
Despite the Kolbe Hotel’s location in the heart of the Rome, you would be forgiven for thinking you were staying in the Tuscan countryside. Featuring a well-manicured courtyard and gardens, its brickwork arches and romantic outdoor restaurant are a haven in the city, and the Forum and other famous sites are less than five minutes away.
The inner sanctum of the hotel dates back to 1625, before it became a monastery in 1912 which is what gives the space its unique vaulted ceilings and spacious but minimalist rooms. Whether you opt for the Deluxe Suite, with its jacuzzi bathtub and garden views, or a smaller but no less comfortable Double with views over Palatine Hill, you will return to peace and tranquility after a day of exploring.
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