Hotel Raphael, Rome

Luxurious from the moment you step through the doors, you are greeted by friendly and courteous staff, who cannot do enough to help. Rooms are well appointed and the beds very comfortable. Food offerings were first class. Breakfast served in an elegant dining room, with the beautiful sounds of a gently played harp. Magnificent.

This was definitely a luxury hotel but something too formal and “stuffy” about it. I didn’t love the decor and our room - a jr exec suite, 220, was oddly shaped with a long hallway and smaller sitting area and bed area. Bathroom was too small despite having a tub and double shower (I’d say a person and a half could fit comfortably in the shower, not two). View of a brick wall (undoubtedly ancient and historic but still a brick wall). Noisy at night and early morning. Just left me cold. On the plus side, the staff was lovely, and breakfast was great.

I needed a hotel for 2 nights before flying out and location and comfort was my top priority. The location was perfect to see Rome in a day! Walking distance to all the major sites, shopping and fantastic restaurants. The front desk helped us with reservations and mapped out everything we wanted to see in our short stay. The room was perfect! The most comfortable bed of my 2 weeks in Italy and the pillows were great. Wonderful shower, great coffee and I even had time to soak in the tub. The rooftop was a nice break from the crowds and the staff was amazing!

Together with my wife I came for 5 nights to this beautiful boutique hotel next to Piazza Navona in the heart of Rome. Every detail in this very elegant and beautiful hotel is perfect! The historical building, the tastefully decorated rooms (we had Junior Suite 308), the very attentive and helpful reception desk team that is so service-oriented, efficient and friendly. And you have to go to the roof top bar with the fantastic view over Rome. You really have go to this hotel whenever you come to Rome!

If you want to enjoy the réal dolce vita in Roma, il Raphaël is the answer. We had the chance to stay in the Richard Meir corner room which is fabulous. Everything was perfect from the breakfast to the sense of hospitality of the team. Can’t wait to be back Grazie