Rome

The luxurious Hotel de Russie is located in a posh neighborhood near the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo. — Oyster

A neoclassical landmark with refreshing, Deco-tinged contemporary design. — Concierge

This very grand hotel in Rome’s most fashionable shopping area (the Tridente) has been returned to its luxurious best as part of the Rocco Forte group. — Insight Guides

This hotel is furnished in a simple and harmonious style... one of the best hotels in Rome. — Michelin Guide

The abode of choice for visiting movie stars and well-heeled trendsetters, with stylishly understated doubles, quirkily furnished with plentiful references to the city’s ancient heritage. — Rough Guide

A boutique hostel with a whimsical style and an eco-conscious vibe, The Beehive's many personal touches give it the feel of a 'home away from home'. — The Telegraph

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

More boutique chic than backpacker crash pad, the Beehive is one of the best hostels in town. — Lonely Planet

A chic but incredibly cheap option near Termini station run by an American couple with a dorm room, apartments and guest rooms decorated in a colourful contemporary style. — Insight Guides

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

This superbly restored neoclassic mansion, owned and run by Count Gian Giacomo Spalletti Trivelli and his wife, Susanna, gives a taste of early-twentieth-century aristocratic living. — Condé Nast Traveler

Elegant boutique hotel within a century-old stone mansion near the Quirinale presidential palace. — Andrew Harper

The bedrooms ooze old-fashioned luxury; there’s also a listed library, opulent communal rooms and a small formal garden and spa to unwind in after a hard day’s sightseeing. — The Telegraph

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

An elegant yet pleasantly intimate stay, nestled between Via Nazionale and the Quirinale. — Rough Guide

At the top of the Spanish Steps, this is the glitterati’s choice and the grande dame of Rome’s hotels. — DK Eyewitness

When it comes to million-dollar views, this exclusive hotel atop the Spanish Steps has the best seats in the house. — Fodor's

"The elegance, sophistication, friendliness, and warmth can be seen and felt here." "Staff are incredible, especially the concierge." — Condé Nast Traveler

A luxury hotel with simple, elegant rooms and every convenience a guest could possibly require. — Rough Guide

Expect all the best old money can buy. Suites appear as though the interior decorator took each furniture and art piece from Hearst Castle. — BlackBook

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 hotel has excellent facilities, including extensive gardens, an outdoor swimming pool, plus a fine art collection. — Michelin Guide

Three miles outside the city center, this sprawling 1960 urban hotel with a 15-acre private park sits atop the highest hill in Rome, offering sweeping city views. — Travel + Leisure

This 1960s luxe player perched high above the city on verdant Monte Mario offers everything from museum-quality artworks in the lobby, to Rome’s leading gourmet restaurant, La Pergola,... — The Telegraph

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

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

Located two blocks south of the charismatic Hotel de Russie, Rome's high priestess of hip hospitality, this engaging B&B has a sweet little swagger of its own, following in the tailored... — Star Service

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

Leave Renaissance and baroque Italy far behind at this sleek, contemporary hotel, with relatively spacious rooms featuring Frette linens, iPod docks, and even a Nespresso machine. — Frommer's

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

The Inn at the Roman Forum is a four-pearl boutique hotel in a historic townhouse, a 10-minute walk from the Colosseum. — Oyster

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

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

Even in Rome, few hotels can claim their own ancient ruins as this chic boutique hotel can. — Lonely Planet

This lovely boutique hotel might just have the best location in Rome: It's right across from the entrance to the Roman forum, down the street from the Colosseum. — Afar Magazine

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

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

Grand neoclassical gem on the Piazza della Repubblica, with a gigantic rooftop terrace, restaurant and pool. — Jetsetter

If Rome's semi-stodgy hotel scene has an It-Girl, it's this place, where high rollers love to host splashy parties by the rooftop swimming pool and magazines love to rave about them. — Fodor's

A study in modern elegance combined with the romance of the past. — Frommer's

Surrounding a spacious modern cloister... shaded by orange trees, rooms are cool and comfortable, with slightly fussy decor and terracotta floors. — Lonely Planet

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

It has perhaps the most enviable physical visage of all Roman hotels. — Travel + Leisure

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

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

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

Eclipsing its via Veneto rivals, the vast Excelsior revels in opulence on an undreamt-of scale. — Time Out

This grand ivory palace on Via Veneto was renovated to its original turn-of-the-century Empire style, adding an indoor pool and spa to keep it the choice of visiting royalty. — Rough Guide

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

A 20th-century bank turned five-star hotel with luxe rooms and excellent lounge bar. — Jetsetter

More style than substance? Possibly, but for fashionistas this is the place to be seen. — Lonely Planet

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

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

As in all Ferragamo hotels, the details are the strong point—exquisite lighting, a large plasma TV above a faux stack of wood that evokes a cozy fireplace, a brightly colored cashmere throw. — Concierge

The Ferragamo family’s first Rome hotel is a discreet property with 14 suites and studios above its men’s flagship luxury store on Via Condotti. — Condé Nast Traveler

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

For those who don't want to stay at the Hassler, but prefer the luxury of an intimate and deluxe boutique hotel, this all-suite inn is the answer. — Frommer's

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

This hotel has the charming ambience of an elegant private house with delightful, individual- style guestrooms. — Michelin Guide

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

Located near the smaller, straightforward Hotel Condotti, in an area of soigne boutiques one block off Via Condotti, this well-loved NIQUESA property—sibling of the design darling... — Star Service

This old favourite... is pretty good value compared to the cost of hotels of similar quality in this location. — Rough Guide

Rome's most fashionable small hotel. — Frommer's

Peering out from behind a thick curtain of ivy, the much-loved Raphaël is striking inside and out. — Lonely Planet

In a quixotic ivy-covered manse on a quiet side street just west of animated Piazza Navona, this hotel is a dignified ambassador in the Relais & Chateaux chain. This savvy French... — Star Service

Most famous for its terraces overlooking the splendor and rooftops of Rome, the Hotel Raphael has something to offer even if you aren't planning on, say, proposing in that romantic spot. — Condé Nast Traveler

This ivy-draped palazzo in a picturesque square is deservedly popular, particularly with politicians (it's close to the Senate). — Time Out

With its collection of porcelain, antiquarian artifacts and sculptures by famous artists, the entrance to this hotel resembles a museum. The recently renovated guestrooms are modern in style. — Michelin Guide

Hidden in a residential neighbourhood of Parioli, the guest rooms here combine modern and Art Deco furnishings, and come with writing desks plus luxurious baths with heated towels. — Rough Guide

Located near the Borghese Gardens in Paroli, the five-star Lord Byron hotel has a standard white exterior and a quieter location away from the city's noisier areas. — Travel + Leisure

Located in an old canopied villa on a cobblestoned residential street north of the Villa Borghese, this is one of the best traditional boutique-hotels in the city. — Star Service

One of those small luxury hotels that attracts fierce loyalty, the Lord Byron is a haven of tasteful elegance, with a 1920s vibe, near leafy Villa Borghese. — The Telegraph

Lots of sophisticated travelers are choosing this chic boutique hotel over old landmarks like the St. Regis Grand. — Frommer's

Situated in a noisy commercial location streaming with traffic, convenient to Termini, across from its wannabe competitor, Boscolo's Exedra, overlooking Piazza della Repubblica and near... — Star Service

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

The St. Regis Rome is a grand five-pearl hotel of the Belle Epoque era, with modern amenities. — Oyster

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

The exclusive St George fronts this traffic-free thoroughfare in a Bramante-designed palazzo offering discreet five-star hospitality in soothing, soberly designed modern rooms. — Lonely Planet

The St. George Roma shines as much for its charm as for its perfect location on the elegant Via Giulia. — Condé Nast Traveler

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

A stylish centro storico bolthole offering elegant rooms, exceptional dining and a roof terrace close to the Vatican, Piazza Navona and Trastevere. — The Telegraph

Now in the hands of the InterContinental Hotel Group, this spicy modern lodge may be part of a chain, but it is ripe with regional flair, albeit in Indigo brand's bold contemporary style.... — Star Service

Just 2min from the Colosseum, this friendly family-run hotel has rooms with oriental carpets on wood or terrazzo floors, and an attractive bar. — Rough Guide

Expect warmth and hospitality from the minute you walk in the door. — Frommer's

The family-owned and operated Hotel Lancelot is a mid-range property in the quiet, village-like neighborhood of Celio; a six minute walk to the Colosseum and a two-minute walk to the nearest metro. — Oyster

Its old-fashioned elegance feels just right in the Celio, an attractive district that, despite being in the shadow of the Colosseum, is a quiet world apart from the city-centre bustle. — The Telegraph

A seasoned clientele makes this their home away from home when in Rome for diplomatic duties or a getaway with the kids. — Travel + Leisure

One of Rome’s historic hotels with an illustrious guestbook, the Eden is beautifully decorated and works like clockwork. — DK Eyewitness

This hotel shines in every respect. The room was so beautiful and comfortable that I wanted to stay in. — Afar Magazine

Note: This hotel has reopened after being closed for property-wide renovations. The following review reflects our inspection prior to this closure. An updated review will be posted as... — Star Service

One of Rome's top luxury lodgings... this superlative hotel combines dashing elegance, exquisitely lush interiors, and stunning vistas with true Italian hospitality. — Fodor's

Starwood gone Italian. Modern cream accents and designer furniture are brought to life with brass cherubs and Roman statues. — BlackBook

Tucked away in a secluded palazzo is a delightful “home-from-home” created by style gurus Massimiliano Leonardi and Jennifer Howard Forneris. — Insight Guides

This richly decorated boutique hotel, split between two nearby houses, has a great location and only 10 rooms, ranging from the funky Zebra room to the chinz-tastic Flower room. — Lonely Planet

Rooms are on the small side, but elegantly and stylishly furnished; service is very personal and welcoming. — Rough Guide

Close to the Spanish Steps, this extremely fashionable boutique hotel is English-owned and designed by Tommaso Ziffer. — DK Eyewitness

It's rare to make a new discovery in the tourist-trodden Piazza di Spagna area, which is why Casa Howard comes as a pleasant surprise. — Frommer's