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Villa Agrippina Gran Melia - The Leading Hotels of the WorldvsRose Garden Palace
Both Rose Garden Palace and Gran Melia Rome are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Gran Melia Rome scores slightly higher than Rose Garden Palace. Gran Melia Rome ranks #26 in Rome with accolades from 8 reviews like The Telegraph, Condé Nast Traveler and Forbes Travel Guide.
Villa Agrippina Gran Melia - The Leading Hotels of the World
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Via del Gianicolo 3, 00165 Rome
From $297/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Star Service "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
BlackBook "This sexy new Gran Melia Rome hotel is an instant magnet for those seeking a truly contemporary luxury experience in the Italian capital."
OysterLuxury
"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
Jetsetter "A luxe urban resort on a hilltop close to the Vatican with an outdoor pool surrounded by botanical gardens." Full review
Travel + Leisure "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
Condé Nast Traveler "A 116-room villa with an outdoor pool on Janiculum Hill in central Rome." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"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
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"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
Fodor's "The Gran Melia Rome bills itself as an urban resort, set inside the 19th century Villa Agrippina and surrounded by gardens." Full review
Michelin Guide "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
Rose Garden Palace Michelin Guide
Lonely Planet Star Service Oyster Jetsetter The Telegraph
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
OysterUpscale
"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 Telegraph8.0
"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
