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Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais ChateauxvsAlbergo del Senato
Both properties are rated very highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux ranks slightly better than Albergo del Senato. Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux is ranked #18 in Rome with accolades from 11 publications including Travel + Leisure, Michelin Guide and Rough Guide.
Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service
Frommer's
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
Oyster Show All Reviews
Largo Febo 2, Piazza Navona, 00186 Rome
From $213/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Rough Guide "The Raphaël is a mix of plush traditional style – antiques and rich colours – and sleek contemporary furnishings by American architect Richard Meier."
Michelin Guide "With its collection of porcelain, antiquarian artifacts and sculptures by famous artists, the entrance to this hotel resembles a museum. The recently renovated guestrooms are modern in style."
Travel + Leisure "A favorite of Italian politicians, the ivy-covered Hotel Raphael is located just outside the Piazza Navona, within walking distance of the Pantheon and Spanish Steps." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A lovely burnt-sienna palazzo, strewn with ivy and fairylights just off the Piazza, Raphael is romantic and stylish."
Time Out "This ivy-draped palazzo in a picturesque square is deservedly popular, particularly with politicians (it's close to the Senate)." Full review
Star Service "In a quixotic ivy-covered manse on a quiet side street just west of animated Piazza Navona, this hotel is a dignified ambassador in the Relais & Chateaux chain." Full review
Frommer's "With a glorious location adjacent to Piazza Navona, the Raphael is often the top choice of Italian politicos in town for the opening of Parliament." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Most famous for its terraces overlooking the splendor and rooftops of Rome, the Hotel Raphael has something to offer even if you aren't planning on, say, proposing in that romantic spot." Full review
Lonely Planet "Peering out from behind a thick curtain of ivy, the much-loved Raphaël is striking inside and out." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Hotel Raphael is an upscale boutique property located just off Piazza Navona, in the historic center of Rome." Full review
Albergo del Senato Rough Guide Lonely Planet Oyster DK Eyewitness Star Service Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph Time Out
Piazza della Rotonda 73, 00186 Rome
From $114/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide "A classy choice next door to the Pantheon, with friendly service and magnificent views of the Pantheon."
Lonely Planet "Occupying a stately 19th-century palazzo, this elegant hotel boasts one of Rome's most envied locations, overlooking the Pantheon." Full review
OysterMid-Range
"With arguably one of the best locations in Rome -- facing the Pantheon -- the mid-range, 56-room Albergo attracts many return visitors." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A rather grand, noble old hotel with a side view of the Pantheon and the Piazza. Bedrooms are elegant and service is old-fashioned and reserved."
Star Service "Travelers looking for a last minute reservation here should be ready to arm wrestle for a chance to bed down at this exceptionally popular and polished gem." Full review
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Travel + Leisure "Some of the 56 rooms and suites feature last century elegance with silk brocaded walls, polished parquet, and well-chosen antique furniture, while others are more modern." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Three factors make the Del Senato stand out: excellent service, a delightful rooftop terrace and the pristine elegance of the suave antique décor." Full review
Time Out "Situated on the same square as the Pantheon, there is hardly a hotel in Rome that can claim to be more central than Albergo del Senato." Full review
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Nearby: San Crispino: For the otherworldly lemon gelato featured in Eat, Pray, Love Salotto42: For a fashionable crowd sipping cocktails in a pretty square Galleria Doria Pamphilj: For a palace museum filled with oil paintings, gilt edges, frescoes and marble busts
Time Out tip: Lots of rooms have views of the Pantheon but ask for Room 204.
