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Why we love it
Sleek and modern, this new luxury hotel in Marriott’s portfolio has a minimalist-leaning design and a vibe that straddles the line between trendy rendezvous point and peaceful retreat.
What to expect
EDITION hotels are known for their clean-lined design and focus on dining and drinking, with restaurants and bars meant to attract locals as well as travelers. This property fits that mold to a tee. During dinner at Anima, my husband and I struck up a conversation with the Romans at the table next to ours, who were curious about this buzzy new hotel. Seated across from us was an editor of T, the New York Times’ style magazine. That pretty much sums up the kind of crowd you’re likely to find here.
Background
The hotel is housed in a 1940s rationalist building designed by Cesare Pascoletti and Marcello Piacentini that once served as offices for the Banca Nazionale del Lavoro. During the renovation, lauded architect Patricia Urquiola kept many of the historic details, including an original staircase.
Location, location, location
The hotel is conveniently located in the center of Rome a couple of blocks from Piazza Barberini and Via Veneto. Attractions like the Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps are within a 15-minute walk. It’s on a quiet side street with little traffic, so you get the best of both worlds.
Where you’ll sleep
The 91 rooms and suites have a minimalist, masculine style, with walnut wood-paneled walls, sleek fixtures, bespoke furniture, and stone bathrooms outfitted with products by Le Labo. There are Nespresso machines and mini-bars with Ruinart champagne and local snacks like SAID chocolate. My junior suite had a separate sitting area that could be closed off from the bedroom, with a comfortable sofa, retro coffee table, and flat-screen TV. Some rooms have street views; others look onto the courtyard.
Dining and drinks
There are two restaurants with tables in the ground-floor garden — the casual Garden and signature restaurant Anima — plus an outpost of the Punch Room and the intimate Jade Bar, which focuses on agave-based spirits. The culinary direction was entrusted to Paola Colucci, chef of the beloved local restaurant Pianostrada, who brings a refined, contemporary approach to traditional Italian recipes and ingredients. The rooftop bar was not yet open during my stay, as the hotel was in soft opening mode.
Service notes
The staff are courteous and professional — no complaints here.
Spa time
There’s a gym and a couple of treatment rooms for massages, which were not yet ready during my stay.
Family perks
The hotel is family-friendly, but it seems more appropriate for teenagers and well-behaved tweens than young children.
You should know...
Every EDITION hotel has a director of culture and engagement who’s responsible for programming events meant to engage the community, so keep an eye out for parties, artist talks, and more.
Accessibility
- Elevator available
- ADA friendly rooms/bathrooms
Features & amenities
- City setting
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Free WiFi
- Parking (paid)
- Pool
- Spa
- Garden
- Rooftop terrace
- Fitness room
- Pets allowed
- Family friendly
Contacts
The Rome EDITION
Salita di S. Nicola da Tolentino, 14
Tel. +39 0645249000
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