Hassler Roma

Character and identity

Perched at the top of the Spanish Steps, the Hassler has held its commanding position over Rome since 1893, still run by the sixth generation of the Wirth hoteliering family. The 82 rooms and suites lean unapologetically Old World: silk-wrapped furniture, Venetian lamps, ornate moldings, Rome's ochre and red palette throughout. A recent refurbishment has refreshed the public spaces, added a Jacques Garcia garden, and reopened the rooftop Imàgo with one of the city's great skyline views. The new Carmen's Bar pours classic cocktails in dark leather and mahogany; the Amorvero Spa expands into two floors in 2026.

Who's it for

Bottom line

What you're paying for here is location, lineage and a service culture that still believes in proper old-fashioned hospitality, headed by a concierge team who remember your name. Book a first-floor grand deluxe suite for the Spanish Steps view and the separate living room, and aim for April to October when the seventh-floor panoramic terrace is open for a glass of wine at sunset.