Romans have perfected the art of eating well. It's no wonder the Eternal City has a selection of exceptional hotels with fine dining on-site—where MICHELIN Key stays meet MICHELIN Stars. From design-forward 16th-century residences to aristocratic palazzos with Colosseum views, these stays promise an unforgettable experience. Whether you're in Rome for the ruins or the rigatoni, these hotel restaurants deserve a spot on your list.
Hotel Vilòn (Two MICHELIN Keys) and Adelaide
Via dell'Arancio 69
This 16th-century private residence adjacent to the Palazzo Borghese was home to a nunnery for much of the 20th century. Today, it boasts 18 guestrooms designed by Milan-based architect Giampiero Panepinto and decorated by interior and set designer Paolo Bonfini.
At Adelaide, Chef Gabriele Muro whips up specialties from his native Campania alongside typical fare from his adopted city, with plenty of pasta specialities like carbonara, cacio e pepe, and a perfectly spiced amatriciana. The presentation is as beautiful is the warm, maximalist space.
Nearby: art and shopping. Tridente and luxury shopping, the Ara Pacis (Altar of Peace) and the Caravaggio paintings in Santa Maria del Popolo
Hassler Rome (One MICHELIN Key) and Imàgo (One MICHELIN Star)
Piazza Trinità dei Monti 6
At the top of the Spanish Steps, this hotel is an institution of Roman hospitality. Managed by the Wirth family since 1890, six generations and counting, the property enjoys an exceptional location: imagine soaking in a claw-foot tub while taking in panoramic views of the Eternal City.
Likewise, at the MICHELIN-Starred rooftop restaurant Imàgo, you can gaze on the city's most iconic landmarks while tucking into dishes from Chef Andrea Antonini: like spaghetti with sea urchin and pecorino, and "Milanese" style squid. With sommelier Alessio Bricoli's carefully curated cellar of 1,500 labels, you'll be saying cin cin.
Nearby: Rome's green spaces. Piazza di Spagna, Villa Medici, and the Pincio Gardens.
Hotel Eden, Dorchester Collection (One MICHELIN Key) and La Terrazza
Via Ludovisi 49
Tucked between the Villa Borghese and Via Veneto, Hotel Eden is the epitome of charm and sophistication. When it opened in 1889, it was the first Roman hotel to feature an elevator, electricity, heating, and running water. The local press praised its views over the city and surrounding countryside.
Today, the amenities are decidedly modern, but the views are as breathtaking as ever, especially from La Terrazza. There, Chef Salvatore Bianco's imaginative menus are grounded in local terroir and offer diners contemporary takes on Italian fare: like cuttlefish with seasonal vegetables and roasted pigeon with puntarelle chickory and broccoli.
Nearby: art and dolce vita. Via Veneto, Piazza di Spagna, Palazzo Barberini, Bernini's "The Ecstasy of Saint Teresa" in Santa Maria della Vittoria
Bulgari Hotel Roma (One MICHELIN Key) and Il Ristorante — Niko Romito
Piazza Augusto Imperatore 10
In the heart of Rome's Campo Marzio district, housed in a monumental 1940s building dripping with marble and precious stone, Bulgari Hotel Roma harkens back to the splendor of Imperial Rome.
At Il Ristorante - Niko Romito, on the fifth floor featuring splendid views of the Mausoleum of Augustus, Chef Niko reimagines classic Italian recipes to bring out their essence, purity, and lightness—think delicate lasagna with tender artichokes and pecorino sauce.
Nearby: art and shopping. Tridente and luxury shopping, the Ara Pacis (Altar of Peace), Palazzo Altemps with its Roman masterpieces
The First Arte, Rome and Acquolina (Two MICHELIN Stars)
Via del Vantaggio 14
A stone's throw from Piazza di Spagna, this luxe property was formerly a nobleman's palace dating back to the 19th century. Today, the hotel is an homage to Rome's artistic spirit, with a rooftop garden featuring stunning 360-degree Eternal City views.
On the ground floor, at Two-MICHELIN-Starred Acquolina, Chef Daniele Lippi. crafts seafood dishes with creative flavor combinations that showcase the best of the Mediterranean: like Blue lobster with pumpkin and tangerine, or elicoidali pasta accented by rosehip, capers, and briny anchovies.
Nearby: art and shopping. Tridente and luxury shopping, the Ara Pacis (Altar of Peace), Piazza del Popolo
Palazzo Manfredi Hotel and Aroma (One MICHELIN Star)
Via Labicana 125
Nestled within a stunning 17th-century aristocratic palazzo, Palazzo Manfredi offers a truly unique experience. Steps away, guests can take in the remnants of the Ludus Magnus, the ancient gladiator training school that once prepared warriors for combat in the nearby Colosseum.
On the panoramic terrace of the MICHELIN-Starred Aroma, diners can expect Roman cuisine with creative twists and hints of Campania from Executive Chef Giuseppe Di Iorio—plus breathtaking Colosseum views. Choose from four tasting menus, including one for vegetarians.
Nearby: Imperial and early Christian Rome. The Colosseum, Domus Aurea, Basilica di San Clemente
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