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The Westin Excelsior, RomevsHotel Scalinata di Spagna
Both hotels are recommended by writers. On balance, The Westin Excelsior, Rome ranks significantly higher than Hotel Scalinata di Spagna. The Westin Excelsior, Rome scores 85 with recommendations from 12 publications including The Telegraph, Michelin Guide and BlackBook.
The Westin Excelsior, Rome
Rough Guide
Michelin Guide
Frommer's
Fodor's
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Star Service
BlackBook
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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
Hotel Scalinata di Spagna Frommer's Fodor's Star Service Oyster
Lonely Planet
Piazza Trinita dei Monti 17, 00187 Rome
From $94/night
- Pet Friendly
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Intimate, upscale B&B at the top of the Spanish Steps." Full review
Fodor's "This tiny hotel's prime location at the top of the Spanish Steps and its quiet, sunny charm all add to the character that guests fall in love with over and over again." Full review
Star Service "Located atop the Spanish Steps, this small Italian tidbit is perfectly situated for travelers with a better-than-basic budget who yearn for a central location and a taste for florid B&Bs." Full review
Oyster Upscale
"This charming upscale hotel is situated in the heart of historical Rome, directly above the Spanish Steps and within close walking distance to many major tourist attractions." Full review
Lonely Planet "Given its location – perched alongside the Spanish Steps – the Scalinata is surprisingly modestly priced." Full review
