DolceVita City Guides: ROMA Hotels

Hassler Hotel Piazza Trinità dei Monti 6 Tel: 06-69941607, fax 06-610208 The address itself, a.k.a. the 'Spanish Steps', is a legend. It offers a unique view of the historical center of Rome, and a high level of service. Excelsior Hotel Via Veneto 125 Tel: 06-48905143, fax: 06-4826203 It's the quintessence of the 'dolce vita. A favorite among movie stars and rock stars. Lord Byron Via de Notaris 5 Tel: 06-3220404, fax: 06-3220405 It hosts the gourmet restaurant Relais Le Jardin. Hotel Campo dei Fiori Via del Biscione 6 tel 06-68806865, fax 06-6876003 A small hotel furnished in a pleasantly old-fashioned way. The most romantic rooms are on the first floor. The hotel is often frequented by foreign guests who appreciate cordial service and informal atmosphere. The flower garden on the upper terrace is a nice plus. Hotel Locarno Via della Penna 22 tel 06-3610841, fax 06-3215249 The intellectuals' hotel, two steps away from the Piazza del Popolo, once hosted Pratolini and Trilussa, today it's Umberto Eco and Mikhalkov. The building dates back to 1925, as evidenced by its Art Déco styling. The light wood furnishings and accessories are all original. In good weather, breakfast is served on the lovely roof-garden overlooking the rooftops of Rome. Hotel dei Portoghesi Via dei Portoghesi 1 tel 06-6864231, fax 06-6876976 In the magical center of Rome, this small hotel is loved by architects and designers. Reserve well in advance. Alla Dolcevita Bed&Breakfast Via Lombardia (on the corner with famous via Veneto) ph 06-6864231, fax 06-6876976 For more information visit the Yellow Suite "Marcello Mastroianni", the red suite "Anita Eckberg" and the Blue Suite "Federico Fellini" at www.alladolcevita.it near Rome: Park Hotel Villa Grazioli Via Umberto Pavoni, 19 00046 Grottaferrata (Rm) Italy tel. 06-945400, fax 06-9413506 In the cool, quiet hills surrounding Rome, this hotel has reopened after intensive renovation, to offer modern confort within its marvelous 16th Century architecture and decor. The park offers spectacular views of Rome and the sea.