I stayed at the Rose Garden Palace in October and was so impressed. I was delighted to find a great mix of travelers at the hotel and a very international atmosphere. I am no stranger to Rome, and having stayed at a variety of hotels over the years I would say that the combination of price, style, location, and professionalism here was special.

The hotel is in a renovated palazzo just off the Via Veneto, within a short walk to the Spanish Steps. Being in Rome on business, it was easy for me to get to any point in the city for my appointments and for sightseeing. The staff at the reception desk was invaluable at helping with directions, train and bus routes, and restaurant recommendations.

I love the decor of the hotel. The rooms are spacious, decorated in a soft contemporary style, elegant in an unobtrusive way, and everything works! The minibar has water and soft drinks only, but they are complimentary. I thought this was a great idea considering how much some hotels charge for minibar items. If I wanted a cocktail I went down to the wonderful lounge and sipped my drink either with other guests or outside in the rose garden. Yes, there really is a rose garden.

The food at the hotel requires special mention. I have eaten many a buffet breakfast in hotels throughout Italy. Many of them rather ho-hum. On the contrary, here you will find an impressive spread including fresh breads, freshly cut-up fruit salad, huge wedges of cheeses, and, best of all, homemade tarts and pastries. I also recommend having lunch or dinner in their in-house restaurant. I invited friends to dinner there and we all enjoyed it tremendously. The service was attentive and professional. The food was great.

There is a fitness room and lovely zen-like pool in the lower level of the hotel, which is also complimentary to guests. After a day walking your feet off in Rome, a dip in that pool was divine.

I recommend the Rose Garden Palace to all types of travelers, business, leisure, even families. The location is great, the atmosphere is relaxing (which is a plus in a city like Rome!) and all the comforts you want are there. Overall, it's hard to beat. Take it from an experienced traveler.

I had the pleasure of staying at the Rose Garden Palace when I was in Rome on business last month, and it was great. For my money, there's not a better place to stay anywhere else in Rome. The rooms are spacious and beautifully appointed, and the baths are modern and comfortable. I particularly loved the bath -- luxury fixtures like the rain showerhead and separate hand-held shower are head and shoulders above what you usually find at a European hotel at this price point. Nice thick towels and bathrobes too!

Breakfast at the restaurant was great. The staff was attentive without being intrusive, and the buffet spread included an array of food that's not usually found at Italian breakfast buffets -- eggs, bacon, etc. There was nice selection of fruits and breads, as well as cold cuts and cheese. When I was there, the breakfast room was full of travelers from all around the world, and it was pretty clear that there was something for everyone at the buffet table. It's also worth noting that everything in each room's minibar is free for guests, which is a happy surprise given that many Italian hotels charge crazy prices for drinks you take from the minibar.

The Rose Garden Palace's location just off Via Veneto is perfect for exploring the city, with the Spanish Steps and many other sights within easy walking distance. The staff was great about helping with directions, maps and public transportation schedules. From them, I learned about the little electric bus (116) that leaves from around the corner of the hotel and stops at great locations all around Rome. I was at the hotel for several days, and every interaction I had with the staff was a pleasure.

If you're a frequent traveler to Rome, you'll appreciate the Rose Garden Palace's great location and quality. For people who've never visited Rome before, I think the Rose Garden Palace would be a great place to stay as you get your bearings and get comfortable with the city and culture. Rome can seem overwhelming sometimes, and the Rose Garden Palace is a wonderful oasis in a great part of the city.

I really liked the Rose Garden Palace. It is convenient to many of the things a person would want to see in Rome. The lobby was very nice, including the breakfast area. My breakfast was included in the price, and i enjoyed it each day.

In terms of the room, mine was smaller and had only a view of a courtyard. Also the bed was two twins pushed together (and they were hard), but after a long day this didn't bother me much. The bathrooms were excellent though - especially for Europe! It had a wonderful tub and shower, plenty of space, and nice marble floors.

The staff were friendly and willing to resolve any problems or issues.

Outstanding staff and outstanding service. I travel all over Europe and the staff at this hotel were some of the best I've seen.

Excellent room and well laid out.

Great location in Rome for business or pleasure travel.

Outstanding places to eat...all within a few minutes walk of the Rose Garden Palace.

Write to me if you have any questions:
bill jones
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