Charme & Chic Luxury

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve walked past this place probably a dozen times before I actually noticed it – and that’s sort of the point with Charme & Chic Luxury. It sits on Via della Maddalena like it’s been there forever, which honestly, the building probably has. You know what strikes you first? It’s not trying to scream “luxury hotel” at every passerby. The entrance is understated in that particularly Roman way where the real gems hide behind modest facades. I mean, you’re literally a two-minute walk from the Pantheon here, but somehow this little street feels quieter than it has any right to be.

The rooms actually live up to the name – there’s this mix of old-world Roman elegance with modern touches that doesn’t feel forced. The marble in the bathrooms is real (you can tell), and the beds are the kind where you sink in just enough without feeling like you’re drowning in fluff. What I really appreciated was the attention to sound – the windows actually block out the street noise, which is no small feat in this part of Rome. The staff genuinely knows the neighborhood, too. Not just the obvious tourist spots, but like, where to get the best supplì on Sunday evening when half the places are closed, or which route to take to avoid the cruise ship crowds heading to the Pantheon.

Here’s the thing about staying this close to the Pantheon – yes, you’ll deal with tourists (you are one, after all), but early morning and late evening, this area transforms completely. I’d step out around 7 AM and have Via del Corso almost to myself, grab a proper espresso at the bar locals use on Via di Pietra, then wander back while the city was still waking up. The hotel’s location means you’re walking distance to everything that matters – Piazza Navona, the Spanish Steps, even the Trevi Fountain – but you’re also tucked away enough that you’re not constantly swimming upstream against tour groups. The 8.7 rating makes sense once you’ve been there; it’s not perfect (the elevator is tiny, and good luck if you’re traveling with big suitcases), but it nails the things that actually matter for a Roman holiday. The neighborhood comes alive around aperitivo time, and honestly, there’s something pretty magical about having a glass of wine on a nearby terrace, watching the light hit the Pantheon’s dome, then being able to stumble back to your room in about ninety seconds.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $233. Junior Suite with 1 double bed and 1 extra-large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Beautiful room in a wonderful location – Angelique from Australia – 23 June 2025 (10/10)

  Bright, large, clean room in the perfect location to experience Rome.
  The bathroom was modern and the beds were very comfortable.
  The security system and door locks made us feel very safe.
  
  What could be improved: The stairs are difficult to get large luggage up and down, but Armin was there and helped us get our bags up.
  The safe wasn’t working properly and the fridge wasn’t very cold, but these were minor issues.

• The locations is perfect and the rooms is very clean and of a large size. If you are unable to walk up stairs I wouldn’t – Courtney from United Kingdom – 22 June 2025 (9/10)

  Location is amazing, very clean and quiet.
  
  What could be improved: No staff at greet and help when you first arrive to explain how the door locks work.

• Excellent – Madelin from Australia – 5 June 2025 (9/10)

  The location was perfect!!
  
  What could be improved: The generator was a little loud

• Great Location, – Siobhan from Australia – 28 May 2025 (10/10)

  Lovely room, newly renovated bathroom. Fantastic location, 2 minute walk to Pantheon. Plenty of restaurants nearby, Shutters so the room is dark at nighttime. Two flights of stairs.
  
  What could be improved: Noisy until midnight.

• Exceptional – Adriana from Albania – 26 April 2025 (10/10)

  Respectful

• Loved it – Brian from Ireland – 18 April 2025 (8/10)

  Location
  
  What could be improved: All good 10am check out hit easily and the code door handles could be a a challenge bit clean and great location great staff

• Excellent – Jenifer from Honduras – 17 April 2025 (10/10)

  I love how it was close to the main attractions and is near many good restaurants

• Exceptional – Miodrag from Serbia – 1 February 2025 (10/10)

  Very clean, l like the location

• Perfect, would definitely stay again – Carley from United Kingdom – 31 December 2024 (10/10)

  Location was superb, apartment was clean, amazing place to stay
  
  What could be improved: A tiny bit noisy but wasn’t a problem

• One of The Best Locations in Rome, combined with Charme & Chic! Would definitely recommend! – Guard from Australia – 7 December 2024 (10/10)

  One of The Best Locations in Rome, combined with Charme & Chic!
  
  What could be improved: Absolutely Nothing, it was fantastic!

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