Between Via Veneto and the Villa Borghese gardens, the Hotel Splendide Royal Rome occupies a former 19th-century monastery. It is a 5-star member of The Leading Hotels of the World, with a Mediterranean restaurant and a terrace with views. It is a good fit if you want to sleep next to the park and a few minutes from the Spanish Steps.
Location and getting around
The Spanish Steps are about a 5-minute walk away. The Galleria Borghese, the Trevi Fountain and Piazza del Popolo are around a 15-minute walk.
The Pantheon is about 20 minutes on foot and Termini station about 25. For the Vatican, more than 2.5 km away, the Metro or a taxi is best.
Rooms and facilities
The rooms are spacious, according to the hotel, and have satellite TV. Some suites have a private terrace overlooking Villa Borghese.
- Mediterranean restaurant with a terrace and city views.
- Breakfast from a set menu or à la carte.
- Terrace.
According to the hotel, you can have dinner outdoors on the restaurant terrace, with views over the city. To compare, see the 5-star hotels.
Who it suits
- Guests who like an early walk in Villa Borghese.
- Couples who fancy dinner on a terrace with a view.
- Anyone looking for a suite with its own terrace.
Good to know
- Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:30; you will need photo ID and a credit card.
- Check-out is until 12:00.
- Free wifi and private parking are not listed; ask if you need them.