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This historic hotel, a favourite of Picasso, has been refurbished in a sumptuous yet understated style. Delights include terraced garden cafés, an excellent restaurant, a spa and gym and a secret garden on the Pincio. Rooms are spacious and elegant – muted colours and sheer comfort.

Although just around the corner from the bustling historic centre, this thoroughly up-to-date period building feels removed from it all. Subdued lighting and colours enhance the antique accents, and the hushed garden is most inviting. Some rooms have private patios.

Elegant and refined, with all conveniences, including internet access, hydromassage and meeting rooms.

A comfortable, no-smoking hotel. Pleasing fabrics, paintings and marble bathrooms create an air of luxury. Rooms also equipped with dataports. One of the best choices in the Termini area, there’s a floor set aside for budget travellers.

A former 14th-century convent with a 17th-century façade, this serene hotel has large, softly coloured rooms. From the balconies and terrace there are great views, and prints, murals and Classical artifacts lend elegance.

Hemingway and Liszt are among the distinguished past guests of this 17th-century edifice, right in the heart of the designer boutique district (see High Fashion Boutiques). The lavish rooms have antiques and the marble bathrooms provided with fresh orchids.

Perhaps Rome’s most illustrious defender of the grand tradition, this historic hotel has been the choice of celebrities for years. Not only because every detail speaks of refinement, but also because of the superb restaurant/bar that tops the edifice dominating the entire city (see La Dolce Vita Venues).

This renovated belle époque mansion is furnished with period authenticity. Captivating trompe-l’oeil fresco decorations, wonderful modern bathrooms and a roof garden are just a few of its attractions. Rich fabrics and high ceilings are typical of the rooms.

On the pleasanter, north side of Termini Station, efficient, clean, with internet access, kitchen, satellite TV and terrace. Helpful English-speaking staff. No curfew, no lockout. Bookings accepted for private rooms only; otherwise first come, first served. Breakfast included.

Just steps away from all the sights of the ancient centre. Serenity reigns supreme, with decor and service to match. The historic building has been renovated and every room is equipped with a dataport.