Few cities are as effortlessly romantic as Rome. With its grand palazzos, cobbled backstreets, lively piazzas and centuries-old landmarks, it's the kind of place that invites you to slow down and cherish every moment. From wandering the charming lanes of Trastevere to tossing a coin into the Trevi Fountain or relaxing over candlelit dinners, the Eternal City sets the scene beautifully. Whether you're looking for a luxurious five-star stay or a charming boutique escape, we've rounded up the most romantic options for newlyweds in the city of love.
Rome (Piazza del Popolo)
A 1920s Art Nouveau styled hotel oozing character and offering prime positioning. Spacious, beautifully designed rooms with mod-cons and excellent business facilities. The lively bar attracts a local and fun crowd. Perfect for a romantic weekend.
Rome (Ripa)
Peaceful, romantic refuge in the smart hilltop Aventine district. Baroque flamboyance meets contemporary details to create a hotel with huge personality. Overlooking the Sant’Anselmo Church and within range of all main attractions, while staying off the beaten track.
Rome (Foro Romano)
A beautiful guesthouse well located near the Colosseum. Attractively decorated bedrooms, suites and family rooms have a contemporary classic style, while the best have mahogany four-poster beds, fireplaces, and private balconies. A lovely rooftop terrace is a bonus. Ideal for city exploring.
Rome (Parione)
A gorgeous boutique hotel with views over Rome's skyline from a fantastic roof terrace. Romantic bedrooms have canopied fourposter beds, frescoed ceilings, antique furniture and regally painted walls. A great choice for a romantic getaway to Rome.
Rome (Della Vittoria)
Fashionable boutique hotel designed by the Fendi family. Set in luscious gardens alongside the river Tiber. Attention to detail throughout the rooms and living areas is spectacular - marble pillars, antique fabrics, black and white chequered flooring, 1930s art deco furniture. Tranquil and trendy.
Rome (Campo Marzio)
Presiding over the Spanish Steps for more than a century, this is one of the Italian capital’s most prestigious addresses. Its decadent rooms, modern or neoclassical are perfect for a blow-the-budget Roman holiday. Dine at Imàgo, the hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant; luxury defined.
Rome (Piazza del Popolo)
This luxury five-star hotel occupies a renovated palazzo on the scenic Via Margutta in Rome. Plush suites are dressed in a golden palette with dark wood accents; the best offer a huge private patio. Eat at the chic Assaggia restaurant, headed by a Michelin-starred chef. A stylish city base.
Rome (Via Veneto)
This luxury hotel sits in the centre of Rome overlooking Piazza Barberini and the Triton Fountain. As the name suggests, the hotel is an ode to Baroque style; expect marble bathrooms, dramatic draped curtains and stone reliefs. Book the stylish suite for a private terrace and sauna. An elegant stay.
Rome (Piazza Navona)
This plush hotel sits within a 17th-century palace designed by Italian architect Francesco Borromini overlooking Piazza Navona. Suites have a classical feel, featuring antique furnishings and luxurious linens; the best offer spectacular city views. Don't miss the rooftop terrace bar. A unique hotel.
Rome (Foro Romano)
This contemporary design hotel is located in the stylish Monti neighbourhood in Rome. Rooms boast four-poster beds and original artworks, as well as smartphones with local SIM cards. Relax in the hot tub on the hotel's roof terrace before a treatment in the tranquil spa. An upmarket boutique hotel.
Rome (Pantheon)
This pretty boutique hotel takes its name from the renowned archaeological site it faces in central Rome. Rooms are dressed with luxurious soft furnishings in soft pastels; book the Junior Suite to enjoy a private hot tub. Relax with a drink at the sleek hotel bar in this exclusive Roman guesthouse.
Rome (Via Veneto)
A stylish boutique hotel located in central Rome, a stone's throw from Piazza Barberini. Rooms boast modern interior design with exclusively Italian soft furnishings, from the hand-made flooring to the brass light fittings; the best suites have a private terrace. An exclusive design hotel.
Rome (Via Veneto)
This luxury hotel occupies a palazzo in Rome's most aristocratic district. Rooms are regally dressed; rich linens and antiques complement the building's original stuccoes. The best suites have a terrace with city views. Enjoy fine dining at the gourmet restaurant. An exclusive Italian guesthouse.
Rome (Pigna)
This hotel occupies a 20th-century palace set between the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain in central Rome. Rooms are warm and stylish with modern Italian furnishings; the best suite offers a private terrace and separate living space. Enjoy breakfast with a view on the rooftop terrace; a chic hotel.
Rome (Piazza del Popolo)
This five-star, boutique hotel is located in the heart of Rome by the Eternal Steps. Suites are elegant, with contemporary artwork, bookcases and comfy armchairs adding a homely feel; book a luxury suite for a private terrace and hot tub. Enjoy cocktails at the chic rooftop bar; a stylish city stay.
Rome (Piazza del Popolo)
Elegant independently owned 5-star hotel in a former convent near the Piazza del Popolo, with beautifully designed, spacious bedrooms, a charming courtyard garden, and a fine restaurant and bar. Highly recommended for a chic Roman holiday.
Rome (Italy)
The crown jewel of the Bulgari hotel collection set in the heart of the Eternal City (Bulgari’s birthplace) and close to the luxury shopping district that naturally includes the Bulgari Dolci store.
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