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Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais ChateauxvsGrand Hotel Plaza
Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux and Grand Hotel Plaza are both recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux is preferred by most professionals compared to Grand Hotel Plaza. Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux comes in at #18 in Rome with approval from 11 publications including Star Service, Time Out and DK Eyewitness.
Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service
Frommer's
Condé Nast Traveler
Lonely Planet
Oyster Show All Reviews
Largo Febo 2, Piazza Navona, 00186 Rome
From $213/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Rough Guide "The Raphaël is a mix of plush traditional style – antiques and rich colours – and sleek contemporary furnishings by American architect Richard Meier."
Michelin Guide "With its collection of porcelain, antiquarian artifacts and sculptures by famous artists, the entrance to this hotel resembles a museum. The recently renovated guestrooms are modern in style."
Travel + Leisure "A favorite of Italian politicians, the ivy-covered Hotel Raphael is located just outside the Piazza Navona, within walking distance of the Pantheon and Spanish Steps." Full review
DK Eyewitness "A lovely burnt-sienna palazzo, strewn with ivy and fairylights just off the Piazza, Raphael is romantic and stylish."
Time Out "This ivy-draped palazzo in a picturesque square is deservedly popular, particularly with politicians (it's close to the Senate)." Full review
Star Service "In a quixotic ivy-covered manse on a quiet side street just west of animated Piazza Navona, this hotel is a dignified ambassador in the Relais & Chateaux chain." Full review
Frommer's "With a glorious location adjacent to Piazza Navona, the Raphael is often the top choice of Italian politicos in town for the opening of Parliament." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Most famous for its terraces overlooking the splendor and rooftops of Rome, the Hotel Raphael has something to offer even if you aren't planning on, say, proposing in that romantic spot." Full review
Lonely Planet "Peering out from behind a thick curtain of ivy, the much-loved Raphaël is striking inside and out." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Hotel Raphael is an upscale boutique property located just off Piazza Navona, in the historic center of Rome." Full review
Grand Hotel Plaza Rough Guide Michelin Guide Frommer's Star Service
Jetsetter Oyster
The Telegraph
Via Del Corso 126, 00186 Rome
From $301/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Rough Guide Star
"One of Rome’s most sumptuous hotels."
Michelin Guide "This hotel boasts huge, stunning, late-19C lounges decorated in Art Nouveaustyle."
Frommer's "This grand old favorite is experiencing a renaissance... when you see the very grand decor, you'll understand why." Full review
Star Service "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
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Light sleepers should be sure to request interior units, which overlook a quiet courtyard.
Jetsetter "A luxe, five-star hotel, boasting refined interiors and plenty of charm, with breakfast and a welcome drink." Full review
OysterUpscale
"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 Telegraph8.0
"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
