Hotel Majestic

Since opening in 1889, this five-star hotel has epitomized la dolce vita, “the sweet life.” Sitting right on the Via Veneto, the gorgeous, spacious rooms here are decorated with art deco flair. Even more luxurious are the guest suits, which include bathrooms made from marble. You can also expect gustatory delights at the hotel’s restaurant, as well as a salon and recently-opened wellness center. This hotel is certainly a looker, but once you’ve taken in all its splendor, don’t hesitate to visit a nearby attraction —maybe the Spanish Steps or Villa Borghese Park, both within a short walk’s reach.

Hotel Splendide Royal

Looking to relax in stately beauty whilst in Rome? The Hotel Splendide Royal is hard to beat. Once a monastery, this large stone building features bright interiors and elegant decor. Situated in a highly walkable part of Rome, there are also opportunities to spy your historic surroundings via the hotel’s restaurant terrace (select rooms also come with sweeping views). Speaking of the hotel restaurant: it’s been awarded a Michelin star for its Mediterranean menu. Despite its amazing location and luxe aesthetics, this property is hardly intimidating: past guests have singled out the friendly staff and service.

The Pantheon Iconic Rome Hotel

As the name implies, this Autograph Collection hotel is close to the Pantheon —a few paces, actually. The Piazza Navona is also reachable on foot. Like other options on this list, the Pantheon Iconic boasts scenic views of the Roman cityscape (and the Pantheon, of course) from its terrace. Select suites also come with their own personal views, while all rooms enjoy air conditioning, a TV, and even a free smartphone for international calling. Breakfast (both buffet and continental) will sweeten your mornings here, while a drink at the hotel’s very own Divinity Terrace Lounge Bar can conclude your evening.

Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel

This five-star property promises “celebrity treatment” —and given even a quick look at its opulent surroundings, its easy to see why. Intimately close to the Villa Borghese's gardens, the interiors possibly as much relaxation as the nature does. A gym, spa, indoor pool, Finnish sauna and Turkish bath are all available on-site. Beauty treatments and a relaxation area (which serves herbal tea, naturally) complete this hotel’s relaxed offerings. It’s an unusually calm oasis in busy Rome—the perfect atmosphere, maybe, to enjoy the the Pauline Borghese restaurant, which serves modern Italian food aide a glittering pool.

Elizabeth Unique Hotel

Having received charitable reviews from both guests and experts, this aesthetically-minded hotel sits in the center of Rome. A variety of contemporary(and largely Italian) artworks decorate the interiors and walls, complemented by an “aristocratic” deign sensibility recalling the luxuries of yore. The rooms are varied in their details and approaches, but each hope to offer a unique stay. The on-site restaurant and bistrot, named after composer Burt Bacharach, features a similarly thoughtful menu (including an English-inspired spread at breakfast time). And there’s obviously plenty to do nearby: the Via del Corso, a paradise for shoppers, is footsteps away.