The Hotel Lord Byron Rome occupies a villa in the Parioli district, next to the Villa Borghese gardens. It is a 5-star hotel with Art Deco interiors, a restaurant serving regional cuisine and a lounge bar. It is a good fit if you prefer to sleep in a residential area and head into the centre when you feel like it.
Location and getting around
The Galleria Borghese and Piazza del Popolo are about a 20-minute walk away, and the Spanish Steps about 25. According to the hotel, Via Veneto is also about 15 minutes on foot.
The Trevi Fountain is about 35 minutes’ walk. For the Colosseum, about 3.4 km away, or for Trastevere, public transport or a taxi is advisable.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms and lounges follow the house’s Art Deco style.
- Restaurant serving regional cuisine, with a wine list.
- The Il Salotto lounge bar, for an aperitif.
- Continental, Italian, American or buffet breakfast, with gluten-free options.
Wifi and parking are not listed; if you need them, ask before booking. If you are looking for more hotels of this category, see the 5-star hotels.
Who it suits
- Guests who want to walk or run in Villa Borghese.
- Those with coeliac disease who care about a gluten-free breakfast.
- Anyone who prefers to return to a residential area after sightseeing.
- Those interested in Art Deco design.
Good to know
- Check-in is from 14:00, with photo ID and a credit card.
- Check-out is until 12:00.
- The historic centre is more than half an hour away on foot.