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The Westin Excelsior, RomevsBio Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux
Both hotels are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Westin Excelsior, Rome is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux. The Westin Excelsior, Rome has a TripExpert Score of 85 with endorsements from 12 sources such as Fodor's, Rough Guide and Condé Nast Traveler.
The Westin Excelsior, Rome
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
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Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
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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."
OysterLuxury
"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
Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux Rough Guide Michelin Guide Travel + Leisure DK Eyewitness Time Out Star Service Frommer's
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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
