EAT. DRINK. SLEEP April 2018 Gran Melia Rome is one of the many Gran Melia Hotels & Resorts properties. Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts is the first Spanish luxury hotel brand, which take residence in some of the world’s most beautiful landmarks, combining timeless luxury, stunning architecture and Spanish culture. All properties are located in the most important global travel destinations, such as Gran Meliá Palacio de los Duques (Madrid, Spain), Gran Meliá Nacional Rio (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) and Gran Meliá de Mar (Mallorca, Spain). I didn’t want to leave the bed in the mornings, but there was much to explore and of course the Vatican was on top of the list. The concierge was more than helpful. The hotel arranged all of the tickets, provided detailed maps on what roads to walk down and the timings were very accurate to our pace. This is where the great choice of location is shown. The Vatican was a 5-minute walk away, the Castel Sant’Angelo about 7. Across the river, you will find a road which showcases many shops, churches, museums and restaurants. Along this road and to the left, you can find the famous Fontana di Trevi and on the right, the Piazza Venezia. You might say that all roads lead to Rome, but this is the one you want to take. Before staying at Gran Meliá Rome, I had no idea there were so many different types
of services on offer from a Spa and this Spa seemed to offer them all. From your Saunas and Steam rooms with Chromotherapy and Aromatherapy to Maternity Treatment, ensuring that even expecting mothers could enjoy this piece of heaven. The Spa isn’t just available to ensure you have a relaxing time but ensures you leave feeling rejuvenated with a healthy mind and body. And if you’re not sure what treatment would be right for you? No problem. Not only does the brochure inform you what each treatment will target, but the members of staff are able to assist and give expert advice too. On our last day there, whilst packing away our things, I reflected on my short stay there and felt true appreciation for my weekend. There’s a lot more to see and I must come back. I hope I will find myself returning to Rome once again, and more specifically, to stay at the Gran Meliá Rome hotel.
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