Villa LaetitiavsBio Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux
Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux and Villa Laetitia are both highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux is the choice of most professionals compared to Villa Laetitia. Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux has a TripExpert Score of 84 with endorsements from 11 sources such as Lonely Planet, DK Eyewitness and Travel + Leisure.
Villa Laetitia
Lungo Tevere delle Armi, 22/23, 00195 Rome
From $106/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Concierge
"In keeping with the residential atmosphere, staff are friendly but few. Still, fashion mavens will love the style and the tranquil location."
Travel + Leisure
"This enchanted jewel of a guesthouse is the most exciting new hotel to open in Rome in the past decade." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"If you’ve ever wanted to live like a reigning contemporary Roman family, Villa Laetitia is the address." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"A charming hotel oozing old world Italian glamor, appealing to the fashion-forward of the world." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Tiber-side retreat belongs to Anna Fendi. Past the swarthy naked giants on the door, you're through to a chic retreat of dogtooth floors and painted ceilings, all wrapped in an art nouveau palazzo."
Rome Travel Guide
July 6, 2021
Independent
"Stuccos, marbles, exuberant frescoes – this stylish villa on the left bank of the Tiber dates back to the 1910s and perfectly evokes the elegance of the era"
Frommer's
"The decor features bold patterns on the beds and floors and modern art on the walls... standard rooms are on the snug side, but most have kitchenettes." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"A stunning boutique hotel in a graceful riverside villa owned by the famous Fendi fashion family." Full review
Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais Chateaux 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
Oyster
Upscale
"Hotel Raphael is an upscale boutique property located just off Piazza Navona, in the historic center of Rome." Full review