Sofitel Roma Villa Borghese HotelvsThe Westin Excelsior, Rome
Both hotels are rated highly by expert writers. Overall, The Westin Excelsior, Rome is preferred by most reviewers compared to Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese. The Westin Excelsior, Rome is ranked #11 in Rome with recommendations from 12 reviews such as Condé Nast Traveler, DK Eyewitness and Frommer'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
The Westin Excelsior, Rome Show All Reviews
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."
Oyster
Luxury
"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