Radisson Collection Hotel, Roma Antica
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Key Highlights
- ✓Exceptional Service**: The staff is frequently lauded for being friendly, helpful, efficient, and professional, often going "above and beyond" to ensure guest comfort.
Expert Review: Radisson Collection Hotel, Roma Antica
The Radisson Collection Hotel, Roma Antica, a Michelin Key Selected property, offers a luxurious and stylish retreat in the heart of Rome, blending historic charm with contemporary design and exceptional service.
1. Overall Rating & Sentiment
The general consensus among guests is overwhelmingly positive, with the hotel frequently described as "wonderful" and "excellent." On Booking.com, it holds a "Wonderful" rating of 9.1 out of 10 based on over 1,200 reviews, with particularly high scores for location (9.6), cleanliness (9.2), and staff (9.4). TripAdvisor ratings are also strong, with a 4.5 out of 5, ranking it highly among Rome hotels. Guests consistently praise the hotel's ability to provide a sophisticated and comfortable experience.
2. Key Highlights
Guests consistently highlight several standout features:
- Rooftop Terrace (Modius on the Roof): The "stupendous" wrap-around rooftop terrace is a major draw, offering panoramic views of the Eternal City's greatest monuments, perfect for cocktails and small plates.
- Prime Location: Its central position allows for easy walking access to many of Rome's iconic attractions.
- Modern Design within Historic Palazzo: The hotel successfully combines a meticulously restored palazzo, showcasing architectural heritage, with modern and stylish interiors featuring dark wooden floors, sleek wallpaper, and Carrara marble bathrooms.
- Exceptional Service: The staff is frequently lauded for being friendly, helpful, efficient, and professional, often going "above and beyond" to ensure guest comfort.
- Wellness Facilities: The presence of a Turkish bath, steam room, and fitness center adds to its luxury appeal, offering opportunities for relaxation after a day of sightseeing.
3. Room Quality
The hotel offers 84 rooms and suites, characterized by a stylish design. Rooms feature dark wooden floors, grey walls, and patterned wallpaper, accented with pops of color from statement seating. While some guests note that "Collection Rooms" can be compact (around 16 square meters), they are well-equipped and surprisingly soundproofed despite the busy location.
Standard room amenities include a fantastic Lavazza coffee machine, kettle, fridge, robes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Bathrooms are often highlighted for their gleaming Carrara marble and include a bidet, separate toilet, and shower. Some rooms offer city views, while others face an internal courtyard. Higher-tier rooms like the "Collection Premium - Corner Room" offer more space, and some junior suites feature terraces with city views.
4. Dining Experience
The dining experience at Radisson Collection Hotel, Roma Antica is highly praised:
- Modius Restaurant: This bright and airy downstairs restaurant serves a casual Italian menu for lunch and dinner, featuring comforting dishes like Parmigiana, Roman favorites such as amatriciana and carbonara, and tiramisu. It offers Italian and local cuisines, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options available.
- Breakfast: Served in Modius, the breakfast is described as a "good" or "exceptional" buffet with a wide range of items. It includes fruits, yogurts, cereals, cold meats and cheeses (including aged Parmesan), freshly baked bread, and a separate table for Italian cakes, pastries, and sweet treats. Cooked items like eggs are available à la carte. The staff is accommodating, offering suggestions like avocado toast for vegan guests.
- Modius on the Roof: The rooftop terrace transforms into a bar offering Italian cocktails, small plates, cold cuts, and sandwiches, accompanied by stunning city views. There is also a beautifully designed, art-deco-style bar and lounge on the ground floor for espresso, aperitivo, and nightcaps.
5. Service & Staff
The hotel's service and staff receive consistent accolades. Guests frequently describe the team as "young, efficient, professional, and helpful." Many reviews highlight the staff's welcoming attitude, their willingness to go "above and beyond," and their personal touches, such as offering complimentary prosecco upon arrival if a room isn't ready or leaving surprises for honeymooners. Bartenders, such as Lucca Leone, have been specifically praised for preparing excellent drinks and being exceptional hosts.
6. Location & Accessibility
The Radisson Collection Hotel, Roma Antica boasts an "amazingly convenient" and "perfectly situated" central location in Rome. It is housed in a renovated historic palazzo between the Roman Forum and the Pantheon.
Key attractions within walking distance include:
- Piazza Venezia (5-minute walk)
- Pantheon (6-7 minute walk)
- Trevi Fountain (350 meters / 5-minute walk)
- Roman Forum (less than 1.2 km)
- Navona Square (approximately 700 meters)
- Colosseum (around 25 minutes on foot)
Public transport is easily accessible, with the Venezia Tram Stop a 3-minute walk away and the Barberini underground station within 10 minutes. The hotel is also well-connected for airport transfers, with Rome Ciampino Airport about 20 km away.
7. Value & Pricing
As a Michelin Key Selected property, the Radisson Collection Hotel, Roma Antica positions itself as a luxury offering. While prices can vary, a 1-night stay for two adults can start from approximately $248-$284.87, excluding taxes and fees. Guests generally find the hotel to offer "good value for money" (8.5 on Booking.com), appreciating the distinctive level of service and sophistication that justifies the investment for a memorable stay. The inclusion of amenities like a complimentary minibar in some cases also adds to the perceived value.
8. Common Complaints
While reviews are largely positive, a few recurring issues or criticisms have been noted:
- Room Size: Some guests, particularly those with a lot of luggage or accustomed to larger accommodations, found the "Collection Rooms" to be small for a 5-star hotel.
- Noise: While generally soundproofed, some rooms, especially those with street views or located near service elevators, can experience noise.
- Drink Prices: The prices of drinks at the hotel's bars, particularly the rooftop bar, are occasionally mentioned as being on the expensive side.
- Air Conditioning Control: One guest mentioned limited adjustability of the air conditioning temperature, with a +/- 3-degree range from the hotel's set temperature.
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- •While reviews are largely positive, a few recurring issues or criticisms have been noted:
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