Our handpicked boutique hotels in Rome span from 17th-century palazzos to former Franciscan monasteries, with conversions that preserve original frescoes and ancient Roman busts. Our 9 curated properties feature interiors by Studio Luca Guadagnino and Parisian designer Laura Gonzalez, alongside materials like Rosso di Verona stone, red travertine, and handmade terracotta applied through what designer Henry Timi calls 'material minimalism'.
Rome's boutique hotel landscape stretches across the centro storico's historic palazzos and the creative energy of Monti, the city's oldest neighbourhood. Converted monastery spaces sit alongside Art Deco-inspired interiors, whilst rooftop terraces frame views of the Pantheon dome and umbrella pines. From textured plaster and carved stone lecterns to Pierre Frey carpets and barrel-vaulted frescoes, the capital's design-conscious stays blend ancient Roman craftsmanship with contemporary minimalism.
Orient Express La Minerva opened in 2025 as the first standalone Orient Express hotel, in a 17th-century palazzo on Piazza della Minerva, footsteps from the Pantheon. Franco-Mexican artist-architect Hugo Toro designed the 93 rooms and suites, blending Art Deco with nods to the brand's rail heritage.
The Hoxton Rome is a stylish boutique hotel located in the elegant Parioli neighbourhood, known for its leafy streets and refined atmosphere. With 192 rooms ranging from Cosy to Roomy categories, each space is thoughtfully designed with bespoke furnishings, marble bathrooms, organic toiletries, and vintage-inspired decor.
Palazzo Talìa occupies a 16th-century palazzo near the Trevi Fountain, the former Collegio del Nazareno school. Studio Luca Guadagnino designed the public spaces and Terrace Suite - the studio's first hospitality project. The 26 rooms are by Mia Home Design Gallery and Laura Feroldi Studio, set above a tropical courtyard.
Six Senses Rome is a five-star retreat with 96 rooms and suites, housed in a beautifully restored palazzo. The decor is minimalist, showcasing natural materials such as Travertine limestone, oak wood, and cocciopesto plaster—a respectful nod to ancient Roman craftsmanship.
W Rome is a luxury hotel in the stylish Ludovisi neighbourhood, offering 162 rooms and suites with bold colours and modern prints. Many rooms have balconies or terraces with city views, and all are spacious with chic design elements like red velvet curtains, herringbone floors, and marble-clad bathrooms with rain showers.
Chapter Roma is a boutique hotel nestled in Rome’s historic Regola neighbourhood, offering 42 rooms designed with an industrial aesthetic that combines sleek metal accents, exposed brick walls, and warm wooden details.
Nomos Hotel occupies a former Franciscan monastery in Rome's Regola district, adjacent to the church of San Paolo alla Regola. Italian artisan-designer Henry Timi (in his first hospitality project) led the conversion, applying what he calls 'material minimalism' across plaster, terracotta, terrazzo and travertine.
Casa Monti opened in summer 2024 as the first Italian hotel from the Kampf family, the small group behind La Fantaisie in Paris and Cœur de Megève. The 36 rooms occupy a historic Roman building on Via Panisperna in Monti, the city's oldest creative quarter, with interiors by Parisian designer Laura Gonzalez.
Mamma Shelter Rome is a fun hotel. You’ll find the rooms to be a playful mix of retro and modern design, featuring unique touches like locally inspired artwork and colourful furnishings.