ROME MARRIOTT GRAND HOTEL FLORA, Rome

Set at the top of Via Veneto, the hotel is a Neoclassic building next to the Villa Borghese gardens. The rooftop terrace offers unobstructed views of the Eternal City, a feature used for weddings and evening cocktails. The Spanish Steps and Spagna Metro Station are 450 metres away, providing direct access to Rome's historic centre.

The luxurious rooms come with classic furnishings, soundproofed windows, and a TV with satellite and pay-per-view channels. Rooms are cleaned twice a day, with some offering whirlpool tubs, balconies, or hot tubs. The hotel also provides family rooms and soundproofed non-smoking accommodations.

Flora Restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine using fresh, local ingredients for daily specialities. Breakfast and cocktails are served on the rooftop terrace, one of the few in Rome with an unobstructed skyline view. The bar on the ground floor is a popular venue on Via Veneto, offering a relaxed setting for evening drinks.

The hotel has 10 meeting rooms and a business centre for corporate guests. Concierge services are available 12 hours a day, providing personalised recommendations and tour arrangements. Free fast Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and the 24-hour front desk assists with luggage storage and safety deposit boxes.

Family rooms and babysitting or child services are offered, making the hotel suitable for guests with children. The fitness centre and hot tub or jacuzzi are available for relaxation after a day of sightseeing. Bicycle rental is also offered for exploring the city and nearby Villa Borghese park.

Location: Top of Via Veneto, next to Villa Borghese gardens and 450 m from Spanish Steps

Rooms: Soundproofed, classic furnishings, some with whirlpool tubs or balconies

Dining: Flora Restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine and rooftop breakfast

Business: 10 meeting rooms, business centre, 12-hour concierge

Wellness: Fitness centre, hot tub/jacuzzi, bicycle rental

Family: Family rooms, babysitting/child services