Hôtel de la Ville, the new palace of the Rocco Forte group, in historical Rome

During Fashion Week, the opening of Hôtel de la Ville created the buzz in the eternal city. After the careful renovation of a palace located at the heart of Rome, the Piazza di Spagna area redoubles in elegance with this upscale venue merging three buildings into one, in order to become a destination in its own right, attracting visiting celebrities and beautiful people.

A 2nd Roman palace for the Rocco Forte group

Divided around a handsome courtyard, the 104 rooms are amongst the most spacious of the city's hotel offer. As for the 5 signature suites, accessible only by private elevator, they are decorated with period or contemporary furniture, stemming from the house art collections, and offering a panoramic view, unequaled since their terraces enable to organize glamorous receptions.

Foccacia bread, Culatello ham, Vitello Tonato, ravioles with truffle and Canolo à la Ricota are all on the Da Sistina menu. © DR

Having a drink in this lounge bar is a little bit like going to a museum without moving. © DR

Once settled in this junior suite, no need to move, except to go out on the terrace. © DR

A cosy, gourmet and friendly universe

When it comes to the pleasures of the table, star chef Fulvio Pierangelini presides the festivities. His eclectic menu goes from Italian classics to very creative Mediterranean plates. The Da Sistina restaurant serves trattoria style dishes, the Mosaïco, a gastronomic cuisine, the Julep Bar, daring cocktails and the Cielo rooftop offers memorable views on the Roman horizon. Nec plus ultra for a little serenity between 2 fashion shows, the 550 m² Rocco Forte Spa is ideal for relaxing treatments under the expert hands of beauticians that use exclusively Irene Forte Skincare products. A new haven of Italian luxury, gastronomy and well-being is born.

At the end of the afternoon, invite yourself on the rooftop, you will be able to see the Vatican dome light up at night fall. © DR

At the Spa, each treatment is personalized in keeping with the grain of your skin. © DR