Casa Montani, Campo Marzio, Rome, Italy - Explore & Book

"Casa Montani overlooks Porta del Popolo, the old Roman gateway that was once the main entrance to the city for visitors from the north and which leads onto the spectacular disc of Piazza del Popolo. The casa, spread over two of the upper floors, is one of Rome’s new breed of discreet townhouse conversions and has been in the family for generations: Giuseppe Montani’s great-grandfather bought the place directly from the builder in 1916. Today, the casa is not a hotel but an intimate upper-range guesthouse. It’s a labour of love, designed by architect Liliana Sciacca and decorated by its French-Italian owners with custom-made furniture (such as glossy lacquered desks) and original paintings by Giuseppe Butera. The lobby-reception has walls hand-painted by Philippe Gandon in bold black and white stripes that call to mind 1930s chic, or Audrey Hepburn photographed by Cecil Beaton. For the standard of comfort, for the design and fittings, for the location and for Rome prices are reasonable - a great getaway for families, friends or couples, who want a home from home in the Eternal City. Highs Great location, footsteps away from Piazza del Popolo, Villa Borghese and Via Babuino, and 5 minutes from the Spanish Steps. There's a metro stop right outside, tooMore intimate than a hotel with only 9 rooms, plus a separate 2-bedroom apartment if you want more independenceWe loved having breakfast in bed during our latest revisit: a real sense of privacy and indulgenceFriendly and personal service; nothing is too much trouble and the receptionist will tailor recommendations to suit your tastesTop quality furnishings and fittings: Tebro linen, Zazzeri taps, Hèrmes toiletries Lows You have to choose your breakfast the night before, and eating it in your room can be a bit of a balancing actAlthough the price is the same for all Deluxe Rooms, Room 2 feels a bit cramped compared to the others and overlooks an internal courtyard rather than the streetBe aware that the apartment is in a completely different location from the hotel - but also very well placed" - Abigail Blasi