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Occupying the 17th-century Palazzo Fonseca behind the Pantheon, services and quality here live up to the highest international standards. The pièce de résistance is the Venetian-glass-canopied lounge. Rooms are large and the view from the roof terrace encompasses all of Rome.

Just at the edge of Villa Borghese stands this modern high-rise, yet inside all is over-the-top Italian court decor. Panoramas from every room take in greenery and the city’s domes. There’s a swimming pool, patios, lounges and a well-quipped business centre, as well.

Dating from 1860, this is one of Rome’s oldest hotels, and is replete with Edwardian lavishness. Grand salons with stained-glass skylights, chandeliers, frescoes and antiques combined with modern amenities produce a comfortable ambience. Large rooftop terraces offer stunning views.

High on a hill across the river, outside the centre, this hotel has two restaurants, four bars, indoor and outdoor pools, a beauty salon, spa, fitness centre, tennis courts and parks make this possibly the best place in Rome for doing business on a grand scale.

With views of Santa Maria Maggiore), this comfortable hotel is named after a great patron of the arts under Augustus Caesar. The terrace café is ideal for small conferences and there’s a meeting hall that holds up to 40 people.

Right next to the Italian Parliament, this 16th-century palace has hosted many politicos. A regal atmosphere, especially in the restaurant with its marble floor.

This unprepossessing brick building faces Bernini’s Triton fountain (see Piazza Barberini). The decor is also uninspiring, but this marble-laden hotel is comfortable and has secretarial and other facilities. There’s a roof garden, and top rooms have fine views.

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

This converted convent has a roof garden restaurant overlooking the Imperial Fora. Walnut-panelled interiors create warmth, while painted tiles decorate the bathrooms. The meeting room seats 15–80 people and is equipped with all facilities.

One of Trastevere’s newest hotels is a refurbished cloister, offering all the amenities, such as conference facilities.