A Luxury Traveler’s Guide to Rome
Rome has always belonged to larger stories. You feel it in the columns, the marble, and the way the buildings seem to watch you pass.
And, although the gods may have stepped aside, their shadows still linger in the scale of the streets and the weight of the sky.
Below, you’ll find our trusted picks for where to stay, eat, explore, and shop. These are the places that let you meet Rome’s pace with comfort and style.
Where to Stay: Bulgari Hotel Roma
Bulgari Hotel Roma sits just off Via Condotti, a short walk from Piazza di Spagna. Many of their rooms face the Tiber and the Ara Pacis, while others overlook the rooftops around the Spanish Steps.
If you book a suite, you’ll enjoy deep marble soaking tubs and terraces that become outdoor living rooms in the late afternoon light.
Their spa features an 80-foot pool modeled after ancient Roman baths, with vaulted ceilings and quiet acoustics. And, if you’d like to take a day trip somewhere special, the concierge can help you book a Maserati for the day.
Where to Stay: Six Senses Rome
Six Senses is steps away from the Trevi Fountain. Their rooms are filled with Roman stone, pale wood, and natural textiles. In your bathroom, you’ll enjoy a deep soaking tub and locally made bath salts.
The spa follows a Roman thermae sequence: warm pool, cold plunge, steam, rest. It’s particularly delightful after a day of climbing the Palatine or crossing the city on foot. Another place to unwind is their rooftop terrace.
It’s a great spot for an early evening drink before heading out for dinner.
Where to Stay: Hotel de Russie
Hotel de Russie sits between Piazza del Popolo and the Spanish Steps. The terraced garden behind the hotel is one of the quietest green spaces in the historic center. Breakfast is served right there among the citrus trees.
Their rooms are beautifully understated, designed to be lived in rather than admired. And the location makes walking the historic center simple because Tridente, Via Margutta, and Villa Borghese are only minutes away.
Where to Eat: La Pergola
La Pergola is perched high above the city with a dining room that overlooks the Roman skyline. Their tasting menu changes with the seasons, but their seafood dishes and delicate pastas are at the core of the experience.
Service here is precise and unhurried, the perfect way to savor every sip and linger over every bite.