"This is the Spanish chain Sol Melia's flagship in the Italian capital, and it is one of the most impressive American-style full-service hotels here. " Full review

"This sexy new Gran Melia Rome hotel is an instant magnet for those seeking a truly contemporary luxury experience in the Italian capital."

"The Gran Meliá has significant historical relevance as it was built on the ruins of the ancient Roman villa of Emperor Nero's mother." Full review

"A luxe urban resort on a hilltop close to the Vatican with an outdoor pool surrounded by botanical gardens." Full review

"Ancient Rome may have been famous for its pleasure palaces, but the city has never had a retreat that combines the conveniences of an urban hotel with the comforts of a resort." Full review

"A 116-room villa with an outdoor pool on Janiculum Hill in central Rome." Full review

"A former convent, built on the site of the suburban home of Emperor Nero's mother, this enviably located hotel in the heart of historic Rome is housed in a chic and sprawling villa, complete with panoramic cityscapes, verdant gardens and an outdoor pool." Full review

"Rome is not exactly known for relaxation, but guests at Gran Meliá Rome Villa Agrippina will have ample opportunity to do just that." Full review

"The Gran Melia Rome bills itself as an urban resort, set inside the 19th century Villa Agrippina and surrounded by gardens." Full review

"Given the sheer size of the Gran Meliá Rome, a hotel whose gardens and lawns and imposing façades are impressively out of scale with its mere 116 rooms, it’s remarkable that it occupies such prime real estate" Full review

"One of Rome’s most sumptuous hotels."

"This hotel boasts huge, stunning, late-19C lounges decorated in Art Nouveaustyle."

"This grand old favorite is experiencing a renaissance... when you see the very grand decor, you'll understand why." Full review

"This property offers all the frescoes, chandeliers and baronial hallways of the Excelsior, but with enough dings and dents to depress the rates." Full review

"A luxe, five-star hotel, boasting refined interiors and plenty of charm, with breakfast and a welcome drink." Full review

"The Grand Hotel Plaza doesn't quite live up to its luxury aspirations, but its elegant Palazzo Lozzano home, good dining and bars, and classically styled rooms make this a solid four-pearl option." Full review

"The Grand Hotel Plaza is one of the oldest and most prestigious hotels in Rome...boasts 200 rooms, many of which have views over St Peter's Basilica and the Spanish Steps." Full review