Babuino 181vsPortrait Roma
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Portrait Roma scores slightly better than Babuino 181. Portrait Roma is ranked #3 in Rome with endorsements from 16 publications including Lonely Planet, National Geographic and The Telegraph.
Babuino 181 Show All Reviews
Via del Babuino 181, 00187 Rome
From $226/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Dry Cleaning
Rough Guide
"Decorated with contemporary Italian flair, the accommodation is stylishly comfortable and includes breakfast and concierge service."
Travel + Leisure
"Sepia-toned photographic murals of iconic Roman monuments set the tone." Full review
Star Service
"Located two blocks south of the charismatic Hotel de Russie, Rome's high priestess of hip hospitality, this engaging B&B has a sweet little swagger of its own." Full review
BlackBook
"Babuino 181, situated in a remarkable nineteenth-century palazzo, now boasts sophisticated, up-to-date Italian designs and those special amenities that make living life easier."
Oyster
Upscale
"Split between two buildings, the 24-room Babuino 181 is an upscale boutique ideal for the discerning traveler." Full review
Fodor's
"This stylish hotel with spacious, loftlike accommodations offers top-notch amenities, ultimate privacy, and personalized service."
The Telegraph
9.0
"The chic, pied-a-terre vibe of Babuino 181 is key to its top ranking as one of Rome’s best and most discreet hideaways." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"Appealing especially well to business travelers, and young families, plus anyone wanting a no-fuss, comfortable stay in Rome." Full review
Frommer's
"Sleek, contemporary hotel, with relatively spacious rooms and apartment-size suites outfitted with Frette linens, iPod docks, and Nespresso machines. Bathrooms are heavy on the marble and mosaics." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A beautifully renovated old palazzo, Babuino offers discreet luxury, with great attention to detail, a sleek roof terrace and modern, chic rooms." Full review
Portrait Roma Show All Reviews
Via Bocca Di Leone 23, 00187 Rome
From $463/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
Star
"This converted townhouse... is a bastion of luxury and comfort."
Concierge
"As in all Ferragamo hotels, the details are the strong point—exquisite lighting, a large plasma TV above a faux stack of wood that evokes a cozy fireplace, a brightly colored cashmere throw."
Travel + Leisure
"Rome’s four-story Portrait Suites, centrally located near the Spanish Steps, is part of the Lungarno Hotels group, owned by the Ferragamo family." Full review
Time Out
"Opened in 2006, Portrait Suites is the latest in a growing portfolio of luxury boutique hotels owned by fashion designer Salvatore Ferragamo." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Tucked behind an unassuming facade on a side street off the busy Via dei Condotti, the Portrait Roma is part of the Lungarno Collection, a small group of boutique hotels owned by the Ferragamo fashion." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The Ferragamo family’s first Rome hotel is a discreet property with 14 suites and studios above its men’s flagship luxury store on Via Condotti." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This 14-suite bolthole, a short sashay from the Spanish Steps, is one of the city’s most stylish luxe options, lent panache by Michele Bonan’s tasteful contemporary-retro design scheme." Full review
Departures
"This 14-room Roman hideaway created by the Ferragamo family has neatly filled the niche for fashion types who want an intimate pied-a-terre with the type of amenities that make it one-of-a-kind." Full review
National Geographic
"New boutique hotel, around the corner from the Spanish Steps." Full review
Hideaway Report
93.0
"Stylish townhouse hotel owned by the Ferragamo family and situated at the heart of Rome’s premier shopping district adjacent to the Spanish Steps." Full review