Babuino 181vsRose Garden Palace
Both hotels are rated very highly by professionals. On balance, Babuino 181 is the choice of most professionals compared to Rose Garden Palace. Babuino 181 comes in at #6 in Rome with positive reviews from 10 publications such as BlackBook, Lonely Planet and Condé Nast Traveler.
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
Rose Garden Palace
Via Boncompagni 19, 00187 Rome
From $171/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"A modern, minimalist design is the inspiration behind the furnishing of this hotel housed in an early-20C palazzo."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Housed in an impressive white townhouse just off Via Vittorio Veneto, the Rose Garden Palace is an elegant four-star hotel offering smiles and refined rooms." Full review
Star Service
"This banner contemporary boutique-hotel slips in alongside Fortyseven Hotel and Capo d' Africa, offering good service, well-appointed and —equipped guest quarters and a subdued style." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 65-room Rose Palace Hotel is on one of only a few quiet streets in Rome -- where Via Boncompagni branches off Via Veneto at the corner of the American Embassy." Full review
Jetsetter
"Modern Italian sleep just off the Via Veneto with a restaurant set in a secluded rose garden." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"A small, indoor pool-whirlpool and sauna; and a rose-filled courtyard restaurant-bar...perfect option for those looking for more affordable dolce vita luxury with modern amenities." Full review