Sofitel Roma Villa Borghese HotelvsHotel Lord Byron
Both hotels are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Hotel Lord Byron is the choice of most reviewers compared to Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese. Hotel Lord Byron scores 83 with positive reviews from 9 sources such as Frommer's, Star Service and Fodor's.
Sofitel Roma Villa Borghese Hotel
Via Lombardia 47, 00187 Rome
From $237/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Michelin Guide
"The neo-Classical style dominates in this hotel just a stone's throw from the cosmopolitan Via Veneto." Full review
Fodor's
"Set in a refurbished 1902 Victorian palace, the Hotel Sofitel... is cleverly situated on a quiet street between the hot spots of Via Veneto and the Spanish Steps and exudes old-world elegance." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Part of the sophisticated French Sofitel chain, the Villa Borghese has classically elegant rooms with luxury facilities; many have views over the park."
Condé Nast Traveler
"This mustard-colored hotel with views of the Borghese gardens is in "a lovely location within walking distance of many attractions"." Full review
Star Service
"This is one of Sofitel's best outside of le patrie: an intimate, traditionally flavored address that hides its deluxe identity behind a generally modest chain affiliation." Full review
Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"As its name suggests, the jewel in the crown of this restaurant is the splendid terrace that offers panoramic views of the city." Full review
Jetsetter
"Sophisticated five-star sleep near the Spanish Steps with an impressive rooftop restaurant and cocktail bar." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Housed in a building that dates to the 1890s, Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese is a luxury property on the edge of the Borghese Gardens near the Via Veneto's shops and restaurants." Full review
Gayot
"An ideal location with spectacular views of Rome."
The Telegraph
9.0
"After a complete restyling, the Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese is at the top of its game and of the Eternal City itself, with dazzling rooftop views to the dome of St Peter's Basilica and beyond." Full review
Hotel Lord Byron
Via Giuseppe de Notaris, 5, 00197 Rome
From $189/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Rough Guide
"Hidden in a residential neighbourhood of Parioli, the guest rooms here combine modern and Art Deco furnishings, and come with writing desks plus luxurious baths with heated towels."
Michelin Guide
"Situated just a few metres from the greenery of the Villa Borghese gardens, this elegant aristocratic hotel is adorned with Art Deco features."
Frommer's
"Lots of sophisticated travelers are choosing this chic boutique hotel over old landmarks like the St. Regis Grand." Full review
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Ask for room no. 503, 602, or 603 for great views.
Oyster
Upscale
"The Hotel Lord Byron is a charming 32-room hotel decorated in a 1930s Art Deco style, but it falls significantly short of its advertised 5-star status." Full review
Star Service
"Located in an old canopied villa on a cobblestoned residential street north of the Villa Borghese, this is one of the best traditional boutique-hotels in the city." Full review
Jetsetter
"A room or suite at a luxe hotel in one of Rome’s most exclusive neighborhoods – includes a dining discount." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Located near the Borghese Gardens in Paroli, the five-star Lord Byron hotel has a standard white exterior and a quieter location away from the city's noisier areas." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"One of those small luxury hotels that attracts fierce loyalty, the Lord Byron is a haven of tasteful elegance, with a 1920s vibe, near leafy Villa Borghese." Full review
Fodor's
"It was Rome's first boutique hotel and still retains much of that jewel-like charm inside, where the design is marble meets modern." Full review
Michelin Guide
"Lush Art Deco look, a blend of modern and antique that feels effortlessly stylish...most rooms come with balconies or terraces, as well as marble baths, fabric-covered walls and massive" Full review