BIO HOTEL RAPHAEL - RELAIS & CHATEAUX, Rome

Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais & Chateaux - A sustainable luxury hotel with rooftop dining and panoramic Rome views

Located steps from Piazza Navona, this 5-star Rome hotel features 50 rooms, including 20 suites, designed by architect Richard Meier. Bio Hotel Raphael's facade showcases a distinctive cascade of American vine, wisteria, and bougainvillea surrounding Largo Febo square. The property's rooms blend classic elegance with modern design, featuring oak furnishings, Carrara marble, and Bulgari amenities. The rooftop Mater Terrae restaurant, led by Michelin-starred chef Pietro Leemann, serves organic and biodynamic cuisine with 360-degree views over Rome's skyline. Relais & Chateaux's sustainable initiatives include solar power, ecological building materials, and natural cleaning products. The hotel stands 984.3 ft from Piazza Navona, 1640.4 ft from both the Pantheon and Castel Sant'Angelo, and 0.5 miles from the Trevi Fountain. The Spagna Metro station provides public transportation access.

Pros

The rooftop restaurant offers certified organic, biodynamic, and gluten-free fine dining

Building incorporates sustainable materials like oak wood and Travertino Navona marble

Private square location provides a quiet setting despite central position

Richard Meier-designed rooms feature contemporary architectural elements

Cons

Spanish Steps require a 15-20 minute walk

Restaurant menu is exclusively vegetarian