Raphael Hotel, RomeRaphael Hotel in Rome, Italy has a corrected score of 3.9 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 38 of 457 hotels we score in Rome. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.1 before correction: Booking.com 4.4, Tripadvisor 3.7. Rooms from about $617 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located at Largo Febo 2, the Raphaël Hotel occupies a historic palace in the centre of Rome. It sits near Piazza Navona and overlooks the Church of Santa Maria della Pace. This five-star property features rooms with parquet flooring and marble bathrooms. Guests can access a rooftop terrace and restaurant, a fitness centre, and 24-hour room service. The hotel provides free breakfast and accommodates families. While the central location is convenient for sightseeing, the historic building setting may differ from those preferring contemporary architecture. It suits travellers seeking high-end amenities and proximity to major landmarks.What stands out

Central historic location

Rooftop terrace and restaurant

Marble bathrooms and parquet floors

On-site fitness centre

Watch out for

Historic building setting

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