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Sofitel Roma Villa Borghese Hotel vs Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux

Both hotels are recommended by expert writers. On balance, Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux ranks significantly better than Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese. Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux comes in at 84 with endorsements from 11 publications such as DK Eyewitness, Travel + Leisure and Michelin Guide.

Sofitel Roma Villa Borghese Hotel
Sofitel Roma Villa Borghese Hotel
8 / 10
Via Lombardia 47, 00187 Rome
From $237 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"The neo-Classical style dominates in this hotel just a stone's throw from the cosmopolitan Via Veneto." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Set in a refurbished 1902 Victorian palace, the Hotel Sofitel... is cleverly situated on a quiet street between the hot spots of Via Veneto and the Spanish Steps and exudes old-world elegance." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"Part of the sophisticated French Sofitel chain, the Villa Borghese has classically elegant rooms with luxury facilities; many have views over the park."
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"This mustard-colored hotel with views of the Borghese gardens is in "a lovely location within walking distance of many attractions"." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This is one of Sofitel's best outside of le patrie: an intimate, traditionally flavored address that hides its deluxe identity behind a generally modest chain affiliation." Full review
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Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux
Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux
8 / 10
Largo Febo 2, Piazza Navona, 00186 Rome
From $213 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The Raphaël is a mix of plush traditional style – antiques and rich colours – and sleek contemporary furnishings by American architect Richard Meier."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
"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."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"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." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"A lovely burnt-sienna palazzo, strewn with ivy and fairylights just off the Piazza, Raphael is romantic and stylish."
Time Out Time Out
"This ivy-draped palazzo in a picturesque square is deservedly popular, particularly with politicians (it's close to the Senate)." Full review
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