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Il Palazzetto

Rome, Italy

This island of serenity and elegance lies in the heart of the Roman tourist beast, only a few short metres from the Spanish Steps. In fact, the view from the terrace of Rome's Il Palazzetto hotel onto the 18th-century landmark is absurdly perfect. The private spaces are quiet and airy, lulling the world away. King-size beds are swathed in voluptuous yet unisex fabrics, and the marble bathrooms, which seem demure, are, upon inspection, quite naughty.

Need to know

• Rooms Four.
• Rates Double rooms from $425.04 (€320), excluding tax at 10 per cent. Please note the hotel charges an additional local city tax of €2.00 per person per night on check-out.
  The price shown represents the lowest nightly rate for a double room available at this hotel over the next 21 days. Any price conversions from the hotel's local currency (€320) have been conducted using today's exchange rates from xe.com.
• More details Rates include Continental breakfast.
• Facilities All rooms have plasma televisions with satellite and 24-hour high-speed internet connection, and the minibar has an extensive selection of wines.
• Check-out 11am. Check-in from 2pm.
• Children An extra bed can be provided if necessary.
• Also Check-in is at sister hotel, the Hassler on Piazza Trinita dei Monti, a two-minute walk away. No pets.

Food and drink at Il Palazzetto

• Hotel restaurant

  There's no restaurant at Il Palazzetto itself, but guests are shepherded to try the fare at nearby Hotel Hassler at mealtimes.

• Dress code Informal, but zhuzh up for dinner.
• Top table In the summer, grab a place on the terrace.
• Last orders 9.45pm. Restaurant closed Monday.
• Room service Not officially available.
• Hotel bar

  The bar is only available for private functions; Palazzetto guests gravitate to Hotel Hassler next door when it's time for aperitivi.

  
  

Il Palazzetto 8 Vicolo del Bottino, Rome, Rome 00187