Baroque contemporary boutique
Situated well away from the hustle and bustle of the centre of Rome, the Hotel San Anselmo is within walking distance of the Circo Massimo ruins and the Testaccio quarter.
The Hotel San Anselmo takes its name from the Square on which it is situated, in the charming residential area of Aventine Hill. This beautiful boutique hotel was completely renovated in 2006 and has now established itself as one of the top luxury hotels in Rome. It has the feel of a private villa rather than a hotel, ideal for a relaxing, romantic weekend away. The 34 individually designed rooms of this boutique hideaway offer gorgeous opulent décor with gilded mirrors and gorgeous Italian rococo-style chairs. Peep inside the tearoom and you can imagine Sophia Loren in her hey-day taking tea here. The garden beyond and the terrace bar make this such a pleasant luxury home in which to stay. Breakfast in the garden to the sound of birdsong makes it hard to depart for some sightseeing.
The ornate antiques are not just reserved for the lobby. In true boutique hotel style, each room is finely furnished with huge antique beds, beneath rich canopies. There are original armoires and full drapes at the windows to complete the grandeur. Beneath the chandeliers, the hand painted frescoes light up with a myriad soft colors making each room quite unique. Generously-sized luxury bathrooms are decorated with mosaic tile and have massage showers, and in some cases Jacuzzi baths too.
For those who want to see the real Italy, beyond the buzz of the city, this is the best boutique hotels in Rome. Set amongst the grandiose villas and embassies, all built of charming rustic stone, this 19th century villa succeeds in making every guest feel pampered, relaxed and special.
Re di Roma / San Giovanni
