San Anselmo, Rome

San Anselmo - A 19th-century villa with antique furnishings and garden dining in historic Aventine Hill

Located in Rome's prestigious Aventine Hill district, this 4-star Rome hotel occupies a restored 19th-century villa surrounded by gardens. San Anselmo's rooms feature antique furnishings, period chandeliers, marble bathrooms with tubs or modern showers, and select accommodations offer romantic balconies with city views. The breakfast hall, adorned with vaulted gilded ceilings and a lapis-lazuli table inlaid with silver, serves a chef-prepared buffet featuring house-made confectionery, seasonal fruits, cold cuts, and Italian cheeses. During favorable weather, breakfast moves to the garden amid oleander and orange trees. The Hotel San Anselmo sits steps from the Benedictine Monastery and the Knights of Malta Square, where visitors can view St. Peter's Dome through the famous keyhole. The Colosseum, Circus Maximus, and Roman Forum lie within walking distance.

Pros

Located in a peaceful area away from city noise, surrounded by historic gardens

Views of St. Peter's Dome available through the Knights of Malta keyhole

Unique themed rooms, each individually decorated

Vaulted gilded ceilings and period architectural details throughout

Two rooms offer accessibility features with ground floor location

Cons

30-minute walk to most major attractions

Parking available only for an additional fee