FOUR FABULOUS NEW STAYS IN ROME

tion and feel the foundation’s creative energy. The 10 storey, retro-styled ceramic tower in Rome’s arty quarter is a cool haven whether at work, play or burning the candle at both ends. The House has 49 bedrooms and 20 long stay apartments, and most have balconies overlooking the city. Rooms have Roman Graniglia flooring and other elegant touches include the locally made Italian leather furnishings and hand painted ceramic bedside lamps, a special collaboration with Italian designer Bitossi. Art Works by Lazio-based and Italian artists feature throughout the house.

The ground floor workspace has a coffee and snack bar, and the spa offers wellness modalities such as cryotherapy and IV-drip therapy. The gym has views of Rome from the tread mill, and there’s a boxing gym.

Once all work is done, head to the 10th floor. Take in the 360 degree views across the city from the pool or a lounger with something from the bar. Cecconi’s Terrazza restaurant offers Italian favourites. Dine among the vines and lemon trees; on the menu you’ll find handmade pasta and seafood such as lobster spaghetti, as well as wood fire pizzas. The layout means the area feels relaxed but buzzy during the day, and not too overcrowded in the evenings. Best for remote workers and travellers wanting multiple facilities in one building.

The W Rome

The W Rome boasts an energetic and bold interpretation of luxury inside a historic palazzo. With its 162 rooms and suites, its design is unapologetically brash, celebrating 1970’s glamour with bold colour blocking and dramatic graphic patterns. Throughout, an eclectic mix of colourful furniture clashes with stone walls and marble basins representative of the building’s past. Luxurious room design details include wooden herringbone patterned floors and block marble surfaces. Many rooms boast iconic views, with some overlooking the Istituto Svizzero, and many offering private terraces.

Giano restaurant, headed by chef Ciccio Sultano, offers authentic Sicilian cooking, I’d recommend the flame grilled lamb chops. Guests party to DJ sets at the buzzing W Lounge, served by staff in informal silk pajama style uniform. In the basement, Italian fitness athlete Pietro Boselli is at the helm of the first FUEL X Petra high tech training programme. On the top floor, the Otto roof top bar and pool offers exceptional views across many historic sites. Recommended for travellers who want to be at the centre, near to Rome’s most popular attractions, and in a lively hotel.

Six Senses Rome

Following on from openings like the Aman New York, one trend for city centre hotels is to try and make the guest feel like they are anywhere but a bustling metropolis. With the Aman, it’s the luxury of space and silence, high above noisy, crowded Manhattan, and with Rome’s Six Senses, it’s the gift of nature.

In a 15th century building a short walk from the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain, Six Senses Rome boasts generous communal spaces where flora and fauna play a key part in helping you relax.

The hotel speaks about “imaginativeplanting, natural light, and breezy open spaces” and the property was made using local Italian techniques and materials. Naturally, there’s some fabulous eating and drinking, but the spa is what catches our attention: it features Roman bathing experiences, such as three plunge pools at different temperatures for their soothing and healing qualities....

Booking A Rome Holiday

Rooms at the W Rome start from around £500 with breakfast included. To book to go marriott.com.

For Soho House, rooms start from around £160 for members only. To book go to the website, sohohouse.com/house/soho-houserome. You can find out about membership application processes on the website.

For the Hoxton, rooms start from around

£110. To book go to thehoxton.com. The best time to visit Rome is spring, around about now, or in September when the weather is lovely and outdoor drinking and dining is comfortable. In the middle of summer the city can feel overwhelming due to the heat. Sometimes temperatures reach the 30s, which is fine on a beach holiday but a lot for a city break.