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Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais ChateauxvsHotel Columbia
Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. On balance, Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux ranks significantly higher than Hotel Columbia. Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux comes in at 84 with approval from 11 reviews like Lonely Planet, Oyster 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
Hotel Columbia Frommer's
Insight Guides DK Eyewitness Star Service Oyster Lonely Planet
Via del Viminale 15, 00184 Rome
From $105/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "This is one of the best hotels in the neighborhood, with a hardworking multilingual staff." Full review
Insight Guides "This charming hotel is centrally located near to the Via Nazionale, and has large, elegantly furnished rooms with good modern facilities."
DK Eyewitness "This quiet gem of a hotel is found in one of Rome’s busiest neighborhoods."
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Dark wood and light-colored fabrics give the rooms an airy, Mediterranean feel; ask for one with a balcony.
Star Service "This tourist-grade operation is clean and modern, and with the exception of the low, low rates, the popular rooftop terrace is perhaps its most endearing feature." Full review
Oyster Mid-Range
"The three-pearl Hotel Columbia offers a great location to public transportation and romantic features, like antique furnishings and paintings." Full review
Lonely Planet "The white-walled rooms are bright and surprisingly full of character – some have beautiful Murano crystal chandeliers." Full review
