Luxury Hotel Review: Hotel Hassler
I have a confession to make. This rooftop picture of the city, taken from the balcony of Hotel Hassler, was snapped about 3 years before I was an actual hotel guest.Ā Sorry Hotel Hassler...I snuck in and just had to see the views!Ā I made a mad dash for the elevator, convinced someone I was a hotel guest, and enjoyed a refreshing drink at the rooftop bar overlooking the city.Ā While my ātrespassingā may have been frowned upon then, Iām so glad I got a glimpse inside this hotel.Ā It got me hooked on Hassler!Ā I was determined to one day return.
A few years later, this dream came true and I returned as a hotel guest.Ā Hereās why Hotel Hassler is a great option for a luxury Roman experience:
- Location, location, location! Ā You arenāt just near the Spanish steps at Hotel Hassler -- youāre sitting at the top of these beautiful stairs.Ā This means that youāre just seconds away from one of my favorite piazzas, and excellent shopping. Ā You'll be glad you chose a hotel in close proximity to the main avenues after you've spent long hours walking the city. Ā At the end of the day, you can relax on the Spanish Steps, eat some gelato, and then walk a few paces back to your hotel. Ā
- A delicious breakfast to start the day. Ā I became obsessed with the peach yogurt, and Italian pastries available everyday. Ā If I could've shipped that yogurt back to the U.S., I would have! Ā You won't start your day hungry at Hotel Hassler.
- Beautiful accommodations with large comfortable beds, and excellent in-room amenities.Ā I don't think there is a bad room in the house. Ā We stayed in a regular Classic Room, but won the jackpot for views! Ā We woke up every morning to the sound of church bells right outside our window, and views of Piazza di Spagna (see below picture for views).
- World-classĀ conciergeĀ services. Ā The friendly hotel concierge arranged for tours of the Colosseum and the Vatican museums.Ā They also helped us purchase tickets for an A.S. Roma soccer game. Ā
Other lodging options:
Although I have not stayed in the below as a guest myself, I've heard wonderful reviews of these accommodations:
- This apartment rental - my brother/sister-in-law stayed here during their honeymoon.Ā Talk about a palace in the heart of the Eternal City!
- Rome Marriott Grand Hotel Flora - beautiful rooftop views and close proximity to Borghese Gardens.
- Hotel Russie - great location (near Via Del Corso and Spanish steps), and a private courtyard for guests to enjoy (see picture below).
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