Babuino 181

Large luxury apartments at a fashionable address
Noteworthy for: These are some of the largest suites you'll find in central Rome.

Word to the wise: If you don't get a room with a balcony, you can still sip an apertivo at the marvellous rooftop bar.
Popular plate: While you can order breakfast at an extra cost, you'll find better options in the surrounding cafes.

The complimentary bottle of champagne certainly predisposes you to like this hotel, as does the free mini bar, but Babuino 181 has perfected the art of understated and easy luxury throughout.

The three-storey 19th century former palazzo has 24 spacious suites decorated in neutral tones with touches of natural wood, contemporary art and all rooms except the Double Superior have an area for hanging out. Lavish extras include marble bathrooms, silk duvets and a pillow menu, as well as an iPod dock, flat screen TVs and Bode sound system.

Part of the Rome Luxury Suites group, their other boutique hotels Mario de'Fiori 37 and Margutta 54 are excellent options as well. All three are situated moments from the Spanish Steps and Via Condotti; a fashionable address suited to an abode such as this.