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Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais ChateauxvsHotel Palazzo Manfredi ??? Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Both hotels are rated highly by professionals. On balance, Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux is the choice of most writers compared to Palazzo Manfredi - Relais & Chateaux. Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux is ranked #18 in Rome with positive reviews from 11 reviews like Condé Nast Traveler, 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 Palazzo Manfredi ??? Small Luxury Hotels of the World Rough Guide Michelin Guide
Concierge
Jetsetter Lonely Planet Oyster Travel + Leisure Star Service
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith Show All Reviews
Via Labicana 125, Rome
From $288/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide "Rooms are very comfortable, service is great and it has a superb restaurant too."
Michelin Guide "Without a doubt the hotel's most striking feature is its delightful roof-garden terrace, which is perfect for a relaxing breakfast or romantic dinner."
Concierge "This pretty pink palazzo, with its foundations in the Ludus Magnus (ancient Rome's gladiator training school), is about as close as you can sleep to the Colosseum."
Jetsetter "With some of the best views of the Colosseum — and standing right on the Ludus Magnus, the site of an ancient gladiator school — the 16-room Palazzo Manfredi winks at its aristocratic..." Full review
Lonely Planet "Exuding exclusivity and intimate reserve, this gorgeous five-star charms at every turn." Full review
OysterLuxury
"This luxury boutique hotel stands out for its incredible views." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The palazzo also rents five gorgeous apartments, penthouses, and lofts, where you can live like a count... but with all the services of a hotel." Full review
Star Service "This fine, well-run Relais & Chateaux hotel fits R&C's mission statement to a T and even manages to outclass the Fortyseven Hotel. " Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"It makes no secret of its luxury cachet, this 16-room gem so close to the Colosseum that you can almost hear the lions roar." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "With close-ups of the Colosseum just outside bedroom windows, Hotel Palazzo Manfredi is a 16th-century palazzo with all the opulent Roman trimmings." Full review
