The St. Regis Rome

"The St. Regis Rome is a luxury hotel recognized with a Michelin Key for its exceptional service and elegant accommodations in the heart of Rome." - The MICHELIN Guide

"Marriott invested 40 million euro into renovating this formerly faded property, reimagining it for today with light-filled communal spaces and plenty of glitz. It’s no surprise that well-heeled professionals love the opulence of this grand hotel—not to mention its proximity to Rome’s major sites. First opened in 1894 as "The Grand," the St. Regis was Rome's first true luxury hotel—and it's a mantel the property still holds fast to. Luxury suites feature a myriad of original artwork from the private collections of important contemporary artists, including Luca Pignatelli, Ubaldo Bartolini, and Paolo Fiorentino. Even smaller touches, including Murano glass lamps and original frescos, give each set of rooms their own style and feel." - Maresa Manara

"Why book? This grand old dame, well-positioned near Palazzo Barberini, boasts 160 gilded guest rooms and suites, decked out in regal colors of powder blue, cream, and yellow. There are gold and silver accents on pretty much everything. Remember those times when you’ve wanted to stay in a palace? Now’s your chance. Set the scene. Marriott invested 40 million euro into renovating this formerly faded property, reimagining it for today with light-filled communal spaces and plenty of glitz. It’s no surprise that well-heeled professionals love the opulence of this grand hotel—not to mention its proximity to Rome’s major sites. The backstory Marriott employed interior design firm Pierre-Yves Rochon to oversee its makeover. They stepped up to the task, creating the big, expansive lobby and re-doing the library, along with all the guest rooms and suites. Here, pastel walls contrast the travertine marble and bronze accents, while sculptural busts, mosaics and objets d’art stand beside regal velvet fabrics. The rooms Rooms reflect the hotel’s grandeur, decked out in powder blue and terra cotta hues, with crisp linens and hand-engraved mirrors. The restored Venetian chandeliers make for a glamorous touch, as do the pops of contemporary and antique artworks. Bathrooms are big, with Marquina black marble tubs and Bottega Veneta toiletries. Food and drink A sort of deli-on-steroids, La Credenza di Augusto 1894, runs out of The St. Regis, selling take-home goodies plus a seasonal menu of dishes including spaghetti with anchovy sauce, and grilled octopus and potatoes with olive tapenade, accompanied with a noteworthy wine list. Cocktail bar Lumen, meanwhile, has had a veritable glow up, partnering with Rome’s iconic Jerry Thomas Speakeasy, drawing both guests and walk-in punters with an exceptional cocktail menu that runs the gamut from beloved Italian classics to off-the-wall inventions. The neighborhood/area It’s easy to see why travelers gravitate to this part of town, a stone’s throw from Villa Borghese, the Pantheon, and the Colosseum. The service Pretty much perfect, thanks in part to the St. Regis Butler service who are on-hand to cater to your every whim. Anything else we should know about? Ask your butler about the property’s Rome Experience tours, which take guests on a bespoke tour of venues usually closed to the public (Renaissance chapel, Palazzo Doria Pamphilj, Biblioteca Casanatense and San Luigi dei Francesi church)." - Maresa Manara

"A grand dame hotel on the crest of the Quirinal Hill, an area lined with shops, businesses, and governmental buildings, St. Regis Rome has remained a beacon of luxury since storied Swiss hotelier Cèsar Ritz opened it in 1894. While the current trend in the city is peak boutique, the St. Regis is palatial and uncompromisingly opulent. A marble-clad lobby and lounge, a restored turn-of-the-century bar, and a ground-level art gallery representing contemporary artists blend together Old and New World vibes. The 161 renovated guest rooms are also a mashup of classic and contemporary styles, with their powder blue and terra-cotta hues, hand-engraved mirrors, Murano chandeliers, and modern artwork. From $830" - Erica Firpo, Laura Itzkowitz

"Opened by Carlo Ritz in 1894, the St. Regis belongs to a particular category of five-star hotels in Rome in which Old World glamour is alive and well. While the current trend in town is toward boutique hotels and converted townhouses, the St. Regis is palatial and uncompromisingly opulent. In the century (plus) since opening its doors on the crest of the Quirinal hill, the hotel has remained a beacon of luxury, and indeed many of the hotels on the nearby Via Veneto, Rome’s luxury hotel row, take their cues from this long-established pioneer. The entrance through the marble portico just off Piazza della Repubblica leads directly into a grand salon furnished with overstuffed chairs, chandeliers, and antiques. The grandeur continues in the rooms, where classic style and sophistication reign. Owing to its elite clientele, the hotel’s 23 suites come with 24-hour butler service, while the aficionado program is designed to provide exclusive access to sites and special experiences including road trips designed by the Ferrari racing team or helicopter rides to wine estates."