W Rome is a masterclass in blending history with modern, high-energy luxury. Housed across two restored 19th-century palazzos, the hotel was reimagined by the New York-based design firm Meyer Davis. Instead of opting for a minimalist approach, they embraced a “Masters of Addition” philosophy, layering the historic stone walls with bold, contemporary patterns, vibrant color blocking, and a playful 1970s-inspired aesthetic that feels uniquely Roman yet undeniably fresh.
One of the property’s best-kept secrets is the “Parlapiano,” an intimate, hidden courtyard garden inspired by the architectural poetry of Borromini. Complete with traditional Italian stone, lush greenery, and “kissing benches,” it serves as a quiet escape from the city streets. Inside, the lobby features a stunning 270-hour hand-painted mural by Italian artist Costanza Alvarez de Castro, which tells the story of Rome’s geography and gardens.
The social heart of the hotel is undoubtedly the rooftop, where the WET Deck and Otto Rooftop Bar offer a plunge pool and panoramic views across Rome’s famous domes and church towers. It’s a favorite spot for both locals and travelers to grab a spritz or a creative pizza while soaking in the golden Roman light.
Located in the elegant Ludovisi neighborhood, the hotel is perfectly positioned for exploration. You are just a short walk away from the lush Villa Borghese gardens and iconic landmarks like the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain. It’s an ideal base for anyone looking to experience the Eternal City with a stylish, modern twist.
Expert reviews
“W Rome, near Villa Borghese Park, has 162 rooms in two 19th-century palazzi. It offers marble bathrooms, velvet curtains and a skylit lounge.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Rome.
“The brand’s first outpost in Italy captures the exuberant, energetic vibe that W is known for but ditches the dark models-and-bottles aesthetic, opting instead for spaces that look as good by day as they did the night before, while striking the right mix of elevated and playful.”
Featured in CN Traveler’s Hotlist 2023.
“On a quiet street between Via Veneto and the Spanish Steps, the new W Rome brings a calculated cool to the old-world upscale area. Spread across two adjoining 19th-century palazzos, the hotel embraces contemporary luxury with bold colors, sleek leather, and maximalist murals and art in the common spaces.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Boutique style
- Comfortable beds
- Friendly staff
Location
Recent guest reviews
2 December 2025
It was ok experience
It was clean & newly built
Restaurant options; very limited
16 May 2025
Best hotel ever, cleaness, location and service.
I believe this is the best hotel in Rome
Literally nothing
16 April 2025
Great location and comfy bed
Great location
Comfy bed
Size of the room
The multicolored TV table
31 March 2025
highly recommended for business travel
Highly attentive staff, personalized service throughout, from the time of booking until check out. Fabulous room and exquisite restaurant. Special gratitude to Raffaella Scalogna and the team.
10 March 2025
Extraordinary Hotel (Rome hotels size)
everything was nice, the room was well equipped, bathroom is bigger than room:), the complementary coffee in the room is peter than anywhere in Rome cafe's, don't miss it,
room too small, no space for luggage, the location is good but difficult to walk for old people who like to explore Rome on foot
6 January 2025
W Hotel Rome rocks
The hotel facilities , including the room itself are modern, well designed and super clean. The staff are the best - helpful, cordial, and just give you the feeling that you are so welcome.
Nothing really
3 January 2025
Beautiful gem for a great time in Rome.
Great breakfast and restaurant. Exquisite attention to detail and great care for allergies and restrictions. Room service is impeccable,and the concierges are always ready to help.
The reservation office closes some days (holidays, I assume), it was unexpected due to being a hotel part of a large international chain (other branches could cover them).
3 January 2025
We enjoyed our stay, but probably would not be back
Facilities feel luxurious as a whole. Nice staff.
Location isn’t great if you want to be close to Rome’s sights. Room feels small for a luxury hotel. Breakfast is good, but could offer better buffet (instead of a la carte options). In summary, some people might feel that the experience is not as great as in other hotels in the price range.
26 December 2024
I will be back ❤️
Everything was amazing rooms staff facilities services and location
Nothing
22 December 2024
Great value for your money. We will definitely come back.
. Best location, just 5' walk from the Spanish steps. Great venue and team, in line with your expectations from a W hotel.
Beautiful rooftop with a pool, which was closed for the winter .
6 December 2024
Very good stay , only the wifi trick spoiled a bit
All most all
BE CARFUL- 🛑.
if you’re not careful they will try to charge you a huge sum for using the WiFi , a very “strange “ thing for a 5 stars hotel, lucky me to catch this
3 November 2024
Amazing Location & Facility
In an excellent upscale area. The staff was amazing, Alesseo set the tone with an immediate warm greeting and was there every day of our stay asking if there was anything he could do to help, with a genuine smile and professionalism. We will absolutely stay here again on our next trip to Rome.
Everything was perfect.
24 October 2024
It was fabulous just like the room that I was upgraded to, and the reception I had, the gift I was handed on check out!
Everything. The great deal of assistance and pamper I experienced was tremendous!
The front desk supervisor, ladies and gentleman at the breakfast area, Alesso, Angelica, and Federika, they were all amazing!
Nothing
10 October 2024
Excellent and highly recommended
Staff members are amazing. Hotel design and cleanliness was marvellous
7 October 2024
Stunning property, excellent location and attentive staff.
The facilities/location staff were excellent and will stay again if I come to Rome. The only problem was the smell in the shower - it smelt like the drains weren't working properly on level 3 especially in the shower cubicle. Beautiful property , delicious breakfasts and fantastic staff.
The smell in the bathroom and shower cubicle
1 October 2024
The W is always a vibe
Hotel is beautiful, everything was extremely clean and the staff is lovely and were very accommodating and friendly.
Location is a far walk minute walk from things but otherwise the stay was amazing!
27 August 2024
Great stay at W Rome
I had a great experience at the W Rome. First of all, the hotel is beautiful. The social areas and the room are very well decorated, very modern. The room is large, beautiful and very comfortable. The service was exceptional from the entire team. The breakfast was delicious. We had dinner at two of the restaurants, once at Pizza and once at Gianno and both were delicious. The hotel has a very young and sophisticated vibe. The bed is very comfortable, the products (soaps etc) are excellent too! I would like to highlight Martina who was very helpful and polite. It was my birthday and she organized a wonderful cake, it was a unique experience! I thank the entire W team for the wonderful stay.
16 August 2024
Nice 3 day break.
super breakfast. Great staff.
Great cocktails.
room quite small. Beer in cans !!
4 August 2024
Good attentions to details, amazing stuff, incredible location
The stuff makes the stay there, I would like to thank the Rafaella Scalogna who made our stay there better than it could be. Good attention to details and to guests
Location is amazing, you will hardly find any better
The hotel itself leaves a good aftertaste and makes you want to come back soon
If you're choosing between Corner Room and Studio Suite it's worth to pay more and get a studio suite. Highly recommend
Absolutely worth to visit it. For us there is no reason to look for another hotel during our next visit in Rome
17 May 2024
This is an excellent stay at W Rome, we will definitely come back again.
The location is excellent, we can walk to everywhere. The rooms are nicely done, modern with an excellent taste, it is not overly decorated. We are particularly grateful that the hotel lets us check into one of the two rooms earlier, so we can catch up some sleep after a long intercontinental flight. This is really a service we did not expect, so thank you so much!
28 April 2024
Lovely place to stay in the mos beautiful city of the world.
Location is excellent and the staff were very helpful and nice, from the doorman to reception desk and a special mention to Alina, at the breakfast room, from the first day she remembered our selection of beverages, always very helpful and nice.
26 April 2024
Great place to stay while in Rome
Clean and staff extremely friendly and helpful
21 April 2024
Fantastic hotel in a great location. We would highly recommend.
Great location. Quiet room and very comfortable bed. Gym facilities are great. All the staff and friendly and helpful.
Breakfast is expensive for what it is.
7 April 2024
Dyson hairdryers, towel warmers, best dinner ever, there were special touches everywhere.
I loved everything - location, staff, food, decor, etc.
4 April 2024
Lovely family city break
Level of comfort. The exceptional staff
The main menu could have been more varied
28 March 2024
Lovely base to explore the wonderful city
Clean
Bit expensive
26 March 2024
Amazing. Great people, great service, great gym, great food and cocktails. We would definitely stay at The W Roma again!
The location was good. The gym exceptional. I would encourage this hotel to promote their gym as it’s one of the best we’ve ever found. Great, great people and service. Fantastic breakfast.
All was great. Shower had fantastic water pressure.
9 March 2024
One of the bes service’s hotel in Italy
Staff
Small lobby
21 February 2024
Coming back for sure!
Reception staff and entrance staff were phenomenal! I loved walking around since everything was close and the location was perfect!
Not a lot of negative things can be said at all.
18 February 2024
An outstanding hotel with amazing service - not to be missed
This hotel was the perfect start to our Italian tour. Outstanding in every regard. The staff, and particularly the housekeeping staff and bar staff, were terrific. Seemingly on a mission to 'surprise and delight', they made the experience. However, the facilities (including the gym - one of the very best I've seen) were first class and our corner room was spacious with amazing views. Now in my personal top 10 hotels!
I really couldn't fault the hotel and the service at all.
26 January 2024
Fabulous, would recommend.
The buffet breakfast was excellent. My family loved it. The smoked salmon was exceptional.
10 December 2023
Amazing hotel, just wow
Design, service, amenities, location
It was too perfect
21 September 2023
Would stay again
Great atmosphere
All very positive. Pool very shallow.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Kids' meals
- - Coffee house on site
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Packed lunches
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Paid WiFi
- - Pet basket
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Nightclub/DJ
- - Fitness
- - Fitness classes
- - Personal trainer
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
- - Live music/performance
- - Bicycle rental
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
- - Toilet with grab rails
- - Raised toilet
- - Lower bathroom sink
- - Emergency cord in bathroom
Pool and wellness
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Sun umbrellas
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available

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3 January 2026
Excellent location, but AC issue spoilt my experience and won't be staying there again
The room service was inconsistent, I ordered a ceasar salad three days in a row and each day it was different and the quality kept deteriorating.