Elite Traveler July-August 2017

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TOP SUITES

JKMASTER ROOM JK Place Roma

There are larger suites in Rome, but only a handful are as chic as this top hotel’s finest offering, just a short stroll from the Spanish Steps. Beautifully crafted furniture, including a canopied rosewood bed, an eclectic mix of antique and contemporary pieces and Italian marble bathrooms sit happily alongside modern comforts such as iPad/iPod docking stations and LED satellite TV in this elegant space. From $1,538 per night, contact Samuel Porreca, manager, +39 069 826 34, jkroma.com Overlooking the Villa Borghese gardens, this capacious and contemporary residence boasts a library, powder room, sitting room, kitchen, bar and dining room seating 10 guests. The striking Carrara marble bathroom decorated with Bisazza mosaics comes with a steam bath and generous tub. Included in your stay is a personalized experience — choose from a walking or street-food tour, restorative massage or the services of a personal shopper. From $8,430 per night, contact Sebastiano Lombardi, head concierge, slombardi@roccofortehotels.com, roccofortehotels.com You’ll find every manner of luxury in this three-bedroom 4,300 sq ft suite, from a personal butler and private elevator access to a grand piano, cocktail bar and a kitchen equipped with custom-designed fine bone china. But it’s the views that set the Hassler Penthouse apart from its rivals. Two panoramic terraces in Travertine marble overlook Rome’s majestic skyline, from the Spanish Steps to the famed Via dei Condotti. NIJINSKY SUITE Hotel de Russie HASSLER PENTHOUSE Hassler Full of classic Italian style, the Hotel Eden has recently undergone a 17-month long renovation and maintains a homey yet luxurious ambiance. Located in the Old City of Rome, the hotel is a stroll away from the Spanish Steps and Villa Borghese, and the Bellavista Penthouse offers marvelous views over these famous sites with floor-to-ceiling windows, or enjoy the view from the oversize circular bath that overlooks Rome and the private gardens of Villa Aurora. From $13,000 per night, contact Alessandro Arciola, chief concierge, info.her@dorchestercollection.com, +390 647 8121, dorchestercollection.com $16,000 per night, contact Daniele Fabrizi, concierge, concierge@hotelhassler.it, hotelhasslerroma.com BELLAVISTA PENTHOUSE SUITE Hotel Eden

3. MONTI One of most charming neighborhoods in the centro storico district, bohemian Monti is where you’ll find Rome’s creative set. It’s all about gourmet street food, one-of-a-kind stores and alfresco cafe culture here. Monti’s epicenter is Via del Boschetto, a cobbled lane lined with vintage boutiques, alternative fashion labels and laid-back wine bars. Perfect for whiling away a lazy afternoon.

TAKE THREE/// MUST SEES

2. AUDITORIUM PARCO DELLA MUSICA A grand architectural feat, this striking formation of three armadillo-shaped auditoriums play host to concerts and other performances. There’s also an archaeological museum, art gallery and an open-air amphitheatre. auditorium.com

1. DOMUS AUREA The emperor Nero’s villa reopened to the public in 2014, following extensive restorations. Fully guided tours are recommended and are available on weekends.

WHERE TO GET…

The drink Try the Tea Jinzu Fizz at Le Asiatique. It’s a remake of the classic gin fizz with Jinzu gin, lemon juice, white tea, orange flowers, cardamom, karkadé and soda. leasiatique.it The dish Benito e Gilberto is a great, informal trattoria on Via del Falco 19, in the heart of the Borgo Pio area. Fish is its specialty, and you’ll fall in love with the pasta with beans and seafood. The look AnticaManifattura Cappelli, on Via degli Scipioni 46, is one of the oldest hat shops in Rome, and the reason for its lasting appeal is clear from a single visit. If you’re looking to purchase a piece of headwear that will last for years and never risk going out of style, this is the place to go. Each and every hat is handmade by master milliners, who use age-old methods to create a range of modern, historic and custom headwear for a variety of occasions.