The Westin Excelsior, RomevsHotel Albergo Santa Chiara
Both properties are rated highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Westin Excelsior, Rome ranks slightly better than Hotel Albergo Santa Chiara. The Westin Excelsior, Rome comes in at 85 with positive reviews from 12 publications including Star Service, Michelin Guide and Rough Guide.
The Westin Excelsior, Rome Show All Reviews
125, Via Vittorio Veneto, 00187 Rome
From $207/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"This grand ivory palace on Via Veneto was renovated to its original turn-of-the-century Empire style, adding an indoor pool and spa to keep it the choice of visiting royalty."
Michelin Guide
"Spoil yourself with a stay in the royal suite... the "dolce vita" at its best!"
Frommer's
"If money is no object, here's a good place to spend it." Full review
Fodor's
"Once the stomping ground of princes and maharajahs, the Excelsior today is the hotel of choice for visiting diplomats, celebrities, and, well, American business conferences." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"With prime real estate in Via Veneto, this Beaux-Arts hotel has a history dating back to 1906." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Exotically sculpted balconies with caryatid figures announce the presence of this extravagant hotel on Via Veneto."
Time Out
"Eclipsing its via Veneto rivals, the vast Excelsior revels in opulence on an undreamt-of scale." Full review
Star Service
"This opulent palace-hotel is undeniably one of the shinier jewels in Starwood's top-heavy Italian tiara." Full review
BlackBook
"Especially popular with the suit ‘n' tie types, and tourists who may not be sporting fanny packs, but definitely raided J-Crew."
Oyster
Luxury
"This Beaux Arts property has occupied prime space on the celebrated Via Veneto since 1906, and was made famous by Federico Fellini’s 1960 movie “La Dolce Vita."" Full review
Hotel Albergo Santa Chiara
Via Santa Chiara 21, 00186 Rome
From $73/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Dry Cleaning
Rough Guide
"A friendly, family-run hotel in a great location, on a quiet street behind the Pantheon."
Lonely Planet
"Walk into the grandiose entrance hall of the Santa Chiara and you might think you've landed on your feet."
DK Eyewitness
"Beyond the elegant marble lobby with glass chandeliers, bedrooms are comfortable with parquet flooring and subdued, old-fashioned decor."
Fodor's
"If you're looking for a good location (right behind the Pantheon) and top-notch service—not to mention comfortable beds and a quiet stay—look no further." Full review
Star Service
"Ostensibly a large B&B with a cheerful staff, arrivals have room to roam; common areas are spacious, and the lounge and recently renovated breakfast room are bright and well-appointed." Full review
Frommer's
"A family-run hotel near the Pantheon in the very inner core of historic Rome." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The 96-room Albergo Santa Chiara is a pleasant, simply designed mid-range hotel with a great central location behind the Pantheon." Full review