At Hotel de la Ville, sophistication meets playfulness courtesy of the renowned Forte family. Perched atop the Spanish Steps, this boutique gem offers a prime location near iconic attractions inlcuding the Trevi Fountain and Villa Borghese. The hotel’s décor blends classical elegance with modern whimsy, creating a vibrantly captivating atmosphere. From plush furnishings to digitally printed mosaics, each detail exudes theatrical sophistication. The bespoke wallpaper and eclectic artworks of The Print Room lounge transports guests to a bygone era of European aristocracy while the rooftop bar provides panoramic views of Rome, offering the perfect backdrop for cocktails and chic gatherings.
Hotel de la Ville boasts an array of exceptional facilities, including a sprawling spa featuring organic botanicals from Sicilian sister property Verdura Resort. Dining is equally well-curated, from eclectic cuisine at Mosaico to Roman classics at Da Sistina. After a day of soaking in the sights of Rome, there can be little better than a negroni sipped in the Cielo rooftop bar with a panoramic view of the city’s iconic skyline. Retiring to one of the 104 rooms at the end of the continues the decadent exuberance, with luxuriant fabrics, marble bathrooms and cocooning beds.
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