"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

"Offers old-fashioned elegance and accommodations that range from tasteful to opulent." Full review

"A longtime favorite, this converted 18th-century convent has a truly unique setting on one side of the Fori Imperiali with a cinematic view of ancient Rome across the avenue." Full review

"A former convent, with old-fashioned elegance and unbeatable views over the Forum and Trajan’s Market."

"This place is the Holy Grail for midrange tourists who yearn for lodging with historic views and a location within easy walking distance of top attractions." Full review

"This historic hotel is housed in an 18th century building that was formerly a Franciscan monastery." Full review

"An elegant hotel near the Colosseum, with a welcome drink and breakfast served daily on the rooftop terrace." Full review

"The stately Forum offers formal elegance and stunning views." Full review