Trionfale Rome, Italy
Opened
2021
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Wellness SocialOutside the door
The house
Mama ShelterPostmodern Roman playground
A cheeky, pop-art reinvention of Roman hospitality pairs retro arcade games and vivid colours with an easygoing neighbourhood energy.
“Decor is bold and pop-art-themed, with candy-colored tables and chairs, a garden ceiling, and neon lights.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Ceilings painted by Beniloys meet graphic mosaic floors and whimsical bedside mask lamps.
Listed
Subterranean Roman-style baths house a heated indoor pool, Finnish sauna, and Turkish hammam.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
its public spaces are lively, decorated in a style that’s roughly one part classic modernism to two parts playful postmodernism.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set in residential Trionfale steps from Cipro Metro, the hotel offers quick access to the Vatican Museums and Mercato Trionfale.
The rooms
Mellow pistachio walls and rattan headboards frame playful cartoon masks on bedside lamps, with arcade mirrors brightening the yellow bathrooms.
The indoor pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The subterranean pool is flanked by yellow tiles and an illustrated ceiling mural, heated to 29°C year-round.
The baths and gym
The Roman-inspired bathhouse includes a Finnish sauna, Turkish hammam, and tiled relaxation lounge, alongside a compact gym.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Fringed parasols shade the rooftop cocktail bar overlooking St. Peter's, and ground-floor dining rooms bake Roman-style pizza.
How it began
Founded by the Trigano family of Club Med heritage, the brand transformed two 1960s modernist office blocks into its Italian debut.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.