Quirinale Hotel

Marble columns and vaulted ceilings give the entrance to the four-pearl Quirinale Hotel a grand appearance, while a sitting parlor has royal appeal with floor-length, ruby-red curtains, big oil paintings, and Victorian furniture. This 19th century building hosts a mix of business and leisure travelers who often grab a drink or light snack at the small, wooden bar on-site. The breakfast buffet is set up in a hallway with chandeliers, while wooden tables and chairs are available for dining in an adjoining room. At Rossini Restaurant, guests can enjoy pizza or pasta on a covered terrace with views of the lush garden with vine-covered walls. This is an intimate property with lovely architectural details that is an appealing pick for travelers with an interest in history, though the antique-inspired style may not suit everyone's taste.

The Quirinale Hotel has a convenient location next to Teatro dell’Opera and less than a two-minute walk to the Repubblica metro station and the Piazza della Repubblica with its Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels and the Martyrs, a church designed by Michelangelo and built inside the frigidarium of the Baths of Diocletian. There are plenty of restaurants, shops, and cafes in the area. It’s a 15-minute walk to the Trevi Fountain. The Termini train station is less than a 10-minute walk away, putting Leonardo da Vinci International Airport within a 45-minute ride on public transportation. 

The rooms at Quirinale Hotel have a classic charm with lovely architectural details, yet some may find antique-inspired decor stuffy or old fashioned. Rooms have lovely wooden parquet floors, heavy, floor-length curtains, and decorative wall molding. Period furnishings include gilded mirrors and matching antique bedroom sets. And mini-fridges, electric kettles, small flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi come standard. Small bathrooms have white tiles with barely any counter space, older wall-mounted hairdryers, and a tight, stand-up shower. Generous toiletry kits are provided.

The standout feature at the Quirinale Hotel is its gorgeous garden. There’s an Italian restaurant on-site where guests can dine and take in the garden views. For a fee, the restaurant will provide a picnic basket with food and cutlery. There’s also a small bar at the hotel where light fare is served. A free breakfast buffet is provided including hot items as well as pastries, breads, and yogurts, though it earns mixed reviews. The hotel has a small fitness center with three machines and a weight bench, and a meeting room is available for private events accommodating up to 250 guests. Wi-Fi is free throughout.