Rome

Service here is excellent. Constant primping in the areas of service and maintenance bolster this hotel's reputation as a must-do for savvy international travelers. — Star Service

Exquisite service caters to a cosmopolitan, yet family friendly atmosphere. — BlackBook

Offering "superior service and attention to detail," this contemporary hotel is "well positioned for tourists" between the Spanish Steps and the Piazza del Popolo. — Condé Nast Traveler

One of Rome’s top hotels, De Russie is perfectly located off Piazza del Popolo. Guests love its lavish gardens, tranquil spa, and romantic restaurant. — DK Eyewitness

The gardens alone are worth the expense of staying at the Hotel de Russie in Roma, although the elegant rooms and excellent spa round it off. — Afar Magazine

Originally belonging to the sister of Napoleon Bonaparte, Villa Trivelli is a stunning example of Roman affluence. — BlackBook

This upscale boutique hotel, with just 12 rooms, is housed in a gorgeous historic mansion less than 10 minutes from the Trevi Fountain. — Oyster

This gem of a hotel offers a rare opportunity to experience home life as lived by a Roman nobleman and his family a century ago. — Frommer's

Settled into an aristocratic neighborhood just south of Trevi Fountain, and comprised of just 12 lovely period accommodations in a freestanding villa, this is truly a home away from... — Star Service

Small and luxurious, with Neoclassical overtones, this early-20th-century villa—on a side street on patrician Quirinal Hill—is also refined and subtle. — Travel + Leisure

The Hassler has something that no other hotel can boast -- a coveted location at the top of the Spanish Steps. — Frommer's

Looking down imperiously from the top of the Spanish Steps, the Hassler remains the grande dame of the city's deluxe hotels. — Time Out

Perched at the top of the Spanish Steps, the classic Hassler has spectacular views and—with more gold and brocade than a Palm Beach dowager—a timeless, stately elegance. — Concierge

Hassler Roma is an iconic luxury hotel long known for its regal design, personalized service and its friendly, family-owned atmosphere — Forbes Travel Guide

Legendary hotel in a turn-of-the-century palace located atop the Spanish Steps, a short walk from the Via Condotti, Rome’s most fashionable shopping street — Andrew Harper

Expect "luxury to the nth degree" at this hotel looking out over the Eternal City atop Monte Mario, Rome’s highest hill. — Condé Nast Traveler

The Rome Cavalieri, like the Hassler and St. Regis, is synonymous with five-star luxury in Rome. — Afar Magazine

A hive abuzz with busy staffers and a nonstop maintenance team, this hotel operates with a gleaming presence few competitors can match. — Star Service

This 1960s classic on lofty Monte Mario may be a fair hike from the sights... but there's regular shuttle-bus service, and the payback is the amazing view over the centro storico. — Concierge

Rome Cavalieri best exemplifies the dual nature of the Eternal City’s personality — decadent dolce vita and a magnetic sense of history. Its Monte Mario location literally sets it apart... — Forbes Travel Guide

Even smaller touches, including Murano glass lamps and original frescos, give each set of rooms their own style and feel. — Condé Nast Traveler

Frescoes, fine fabrics and Empire-style antique pieces adorn the luxurious guestrooms and lavish lounges of this hotel, which has retained the splendid atmosphere of its early years. — Michelin Guide

Over-the-top opulence, five-star service and sumptuous cuisine in the heart of the Eternal City. — Jetsetter

Valet whisks away Aston Martin. Throw Goyard and Louis Vuitton on Empire chaise longue in royal satin, plated in 18k gold. — BlackBook

Between Termini station and the Via Veneto area, this dignified hotel occupies a patrician palace, with oriental rugs, chandeliers and antiques. — Insight Guides

The Beehive is a great value for tourists who enjoy the young, energetic vibe of a hostel. — Oyster

American owners Steve and Linda Brenner mix their penchant for design-icon furnishings... with reasonable rates and basic amenities, to create a 'youth hostel meets boutique hotel' vibe. — Time Out

A friendly budget travelers’ haven, with its own small vegetarian eatery, stylish decor with lots of modern art, and a lovely patio. — DK Eyewitness

This ecological – and economical – bright yellow hotel is run by an American couple. Basic but very well-decorated doubles – all of which share bathrooms – and more spartan dorms, plus... — Rough Guide

Owned by two American expats, the Beehive is an affordable eco-conscious hostel two blocks from Termini station with private rooms and dormitory options. — Travel + Leisure

This stylish hotel with spacious, loftlike accommodations offers top-notch amenities, ultimate privacy, and personalized service. — Fodor's

A beautifully renovated old palazzo, Babuino offers discreet luxury, with great attention to detail, a sleek roof terrace and modern, chic rooms. — Lonely Planet

Decorated with contemporary Italian flair, the accommodation is stylishly comfortable and includes breakfast and concierge service. — Rough Guide

Sepia-toned photographic murals of iconic Roman monuments set the tone. — Travel + Leisure

The chic, pied-a-terre vibe of Babuino 181 is key to its top ranking as one of Rome’s best and most discreet hideaways. — The Telegraph

A foliage-draped door on a pedestrian alley reminiscent of a Tuscan village opens into one of Rome's most attractive new designer-boutique offerings. — Concierge

The Inn at the Roman Forum shows off a striking decor of walls covered in silk moiré, heavy bronze drapes, parquet floors, and sculptures and paintings of ancient aristocrats. — Condé Nast Traveler

Enchanting hideaway in a 15th-century mansion on a quiet cul-de-sac adjoining Trajan’s Forum. — Andrew Harper

This 12-room, ivy-draped hotel sits in the crook of a tiny lane between the busy Via Nazionale and the Forum. — Travel + Leisure

Opened in 2006, this boutique hotel's location, near the Forum but on a picturesque street comfortably off the tourist trail, affords it a more exclusive feel than its sister hotels. — Time Out

Overlooking Piazza della Repubblica, the Exedra manages to be as grand inside as out. — Lonely Planet

From its splendid porticoed exterior to its opulent lobby and its stylish rooms, the Exedra is endlessly glamorous. — Time Out

Thanks to its interesting public areas (the rooftop pool alone is almost worth the price of admission), this colorful deluxe establishment works well for groups, gatherings and...individuals. — Star Service

On Piazza della Repubblica, Boscolo Exedra hotel has a wonderful roof terrace with prime views over the Diocletian Baths and the Fountain of the Naiads. — DK Eyewitness

Elegantly furnished rooms, a champagne bar and a lovely spa, including a small outdoor pool. — Rough Guide

A former 17th-century cloister, it has been sympathetically renovated and offers high standards of comfort, as well as a courtyard garden that is an oasis of calm. — Insight Guides

Imagine an orange grove, with rooms, in the heart of the centro storico. — The Telegraph

An oasis of calm in an area relatively untouched by the onslaught of time, Santa Maria has rooms around a charming courtyard filled with citrus trees. — DK Eyewitness

Hidden away off a side street in the charming old neighborhood of Trastevere, this three-pearl property was once a monastery. — Oyster

Just off delightful piazza Santa Maria in Trastevere, the Santa Maria opened in 2000 on the site of a 16th-century convent and has since built up a loyal clientele. — Time Out

With prime real estate in Via Veneto, this Beaux-Arts hotel has a history dating back to 1906. — Travel + Leisure

Once the stomping ground of princes and maharajahs, the Excelsior today is the hotel of choice for visiting diplomats, celebrities, and, well, American business conferences. — Fodor's

This Beaux Arts property has occupied prime space on the celebrated Via Veneto since 1906, and was made famous by Federico Fellini’s 1960 movie “La Dolce Vita." — Oyster

A romantic dream, this 1906 hotel is just steps from Trevi Fountain and the Villa Borghese. — Condé Nast Traveler

Exotically sculpted balconies with caryatid figures announce the presence of this extravagant hotel on Via Veneto. — DK Eyewitness

The luxurious Majestic was a favorite among Rome's royalty and social climbers and is still a grand, refined hotel lined with luxurious furnishings. — Fodor's

Opened in 1889 as the first hotel on the Via Veneto, this neoclassical property is "within walking distance of all the sights," including the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and the Villa Borghese. — Condé Nast Traveler

When it comes to glamorous hotels in Rome, few exceed the Hotel Majestic on fashionable Via Veneto. — Travel + Leisure

The Majestic remains one of the bastions of luxury accommodation on the Via Veneta. — Michelin Guide

Opulent, neoclassical landmark with a generous helping of old-world glamor and modern conveniences on Rome's ultra-chic Via Veneto. — Jetsetter

One of Italy’s classiest townhouse hotels, J.K. Place has been much imitated, but few of the copies match the warm, suave, elegant original. — The Telegraph

Original framed fashion sketches, antique fireplaces, and vintage midcentury furnishings give the place a residential air, further enhanced by a warm staff that helps the property feel like a home. — Departures

This new "It Girl" on the hotel scene, this beautiful, intimate boutique hotel in the heart of the centro is dripping with luxury and has breathtaking views from the rooftop bar and lounge. — Fodor's

Florentine architect Michele Bonan has outfitted the 30 sumptuous guestrooms with grand canopied rosewood beds, wood-panelled walls and opulent Italian marble bathrooms. — Wallpaper

Opened in 2013 in a building that previously housed the University of Rome’s architecture department, JK Place is one of the newer additions to Rome’s growing number of high-end luxury boutique hotels. — Afar Magazine

Situated on the outskirts of the Villa Borghese gardens, the Aldrovandi hotel has a quiet location within walking distance of Via Veneto and the Scalinata della Trinità dei Monti. — Travel + Leisure

For those who prefer to stay away from the frenzy of central Rome, this relaxing luxurious hotel has a prime spot beside the Villa Borghese gardens. — DK Eyewitness

This 18th-century palace overlooks the Villa Borghese gardens, and its suites are among the most expensive in the city. — Insight Guides

Grand ivory villa in Rome's leafy Parioli neighborhood with a two-Michelin-star restaurant and secluded outdoor pool. — Jetsetter

A 19th-century convent that was converted to a hotel, Aldrovandi Villa Borghese has carried a certain panache for years — Forbes Travel Guide

This extremely trendy hotel off Piazza Barberini has an intriguing theme: heaven and hell. — DK Eyewitness

A slick hotel, with ultra-cool, contemporary rooms and every facility. — Rough Guide

Just east of Piazza Barberini and the conservative Bristol Bernini, a short hike to the Spanish Steps and Via Condotti shops, this design-hotel continues to top the boutique charts. — Star Service

Not for the fainthearted, this pricey luxury option not far from the Via Veneto has all the decadent verve that we have come to expect from an Adam Tihany interior. — Concierge

At Hotel Aleph in central Rome, renowned American architect Adam D. Tihany takes on the role of Dante’s Virgil leading his guests through heaven and hell. — Travel + Leisure

Tucked behind an unassuming facade on a side street off the busy Via dei Condotti, the Portrait Roma is part of the Lungarno Collection, a small group of boutique hotels owned by the Ferragamo fashion. — Afar Magazine

Opened in 2006, Portrait Suites is the latest in a growing portfolio of luxury boutique hotels owned by fashion designer Salvatore Ferragamo. — Time Out

Owned by the Ferragamo family, this is an exclusive residence with 14 exquisite suites and not huge, but opulent-feeling studios across six floors in an elegant townhouse. — Lonely Planet

This 14-room Roman hideaway created by the Ferragamo family has neatly filled the niche for fashion types who want an intimate pied-a-terre with the type of amenities that make it one-of-a-kind. — Departures

Rome’s four-story Portrait Suites, centrally located near the Spanish Steps, is part of the Lungarno Hotels group, owned by the Ferragamo family. — Travel + Leisure

Its elevated service standards create a perfect pitch for demanding travelers in search of a sophisticated aerie in the heart of the Eternal City. — Star Service

Hotel d'Inghilterra is an iconic hotel located in the center of the old city, just a few minutes walk away from the Spanish Steps. — Oyster

It has a marvelous residential feel and a staff that is as warm as the surroundings are velvety—first-floor salons resemble old sepia-toned photographs. — Fodor's

Situated between Via Condotti and Via Borgogna, the Hotel d’Inghilterra originally served as a guesthouse for the Torlonia princes during the 17th century. — Travel + Leisure

Historic credentials, a location right in the heart of the boutique-lined former artists’ quarter at the foot of the Spanish Steps, and an intimate, clubby atmosphere make this Roman luxe townhouse hotel a bit of an insider option that inspires fierce loyalty among its many aficionados — The Telegraph

Beautifully located in ample grounds on the edge of Villa Borghese gardens, this luxurious modern hotel prides itself on its range of facilities and attention to detail. — Insight Guides

It attracts upper-midrange travelers (business and leisure) who prefer tranquility over an epicenter location such as the noisier options near the Spanish Steps. — Star Service

We scarcely lifted a finger—except to take a few laps in the pool and sip some Taittinger whilst revitalizing at Prince Spa. — BlackBook

A monument of Rome’s millennia-spanning love of luxury, Hotel Parco dei Principi is also one of the city’s La Dolce Vita hideaways. — The Telegraph

The Parco Dei Principi Grand Hotel & Spa is located in the Parioli district near the beautiful Villa Borghese park. — Oyster

A favorite of Italian politicians, the ivy-covered Hotel Raphael is located just outside the Piazza Navona, within walking distance of the Pantheon and Spanish Steps. — Travel + Leisure

Hotel Raphael is an upscale boutique property located just off Piazza Navona, in the historic center of Rome. — Oyster

The Raphaël is a mix of plush traditional style – antiques and rich colours – and sleek contemporary furnishings by American architect Richard Meier. — Rough Guide

A lovely burnt-sienna palazzo, strewn with ivy and fairylights just off the Piazza, Raphael is romantic and stylish. — DK Eyewitness

The hotel maintains tradition with a refined and typically Italian style. — The Telegraph

A stylish and contemporary five-star done out with touches of neo-Baroque whimsy. — Rough Guide

The opulent rooms blend contemporary lines and soft colors with a timeless elegance appropriate to the Renaissance-era palazzo housing the hotel. — DK Eyewitness

Interior guru and architect, Lorenzo Bellini, incorporated fancifully modern details in every aspect of his designs, giving great nods to Aalto and Roman masonry. — BlackBook

This boutique, designer-style hotel is in one of the most beautiful streets in Rome. — Michelin Guide

Opened in 2008, this restored 16th century palazzo sits on what might be most beautiful street in Italy. — Travel + Leisure