Rocco Forte Hotel De Russie

Rocco Forte Hotel De Russie Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Rocco Forte Hotel De Russie feels like discovering a secret garden in the middle of Rome — which, honestly, isn’t far from the truth. This five-star property sits right on Via del Babuino, and I mean right in the thick of everything that matters. You’re literally steps from the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo, but somehow the hotel manages to feel like a peaceful retreat from all the tourist chaos outside.

The Terraced Gardens

What really sets this place apart is the terraced garden — it’s this unexpected oasis that you glimpse as soon as you walk through the lobby. I’ve stayed at plenty of hotels in Rome’s centro storico, but finding actual green space like this is pretty rare. The garden isn’t just for show either; you can actually have breakfast out there or just sit with a drink in the evening. It’s where the hotel’s restaurant extends into during good weather, and trust me, eating dinner surrounded by those Mediterranean plants while you’re still in the heart of the city feels almost surreal.

Location That Actually Matters

Look, everyone talks about “great locations,” but this one genuinely delivers. You can walk to the Pantheon in about ten minutes, hit Villa Borghese for a morning run, or wander down to the Tiber without breaking a sweat. What I really appreciate is that Via del Babuino itself is this lovely street for window shopping — high-end boutiques mixed with art galleries, but not so touristy that you feel like you’re in a theme park. The hotel even has parking on-site, which anyone who’s tried to drive in Rome will tell you is basically a miracle.

Rooms and Comfort

The room I stayed in had this perfect balance of classic Roman elegance and modern comfort — think rich fabrics and antiques, but with excellent air conditioning and a bathroom that actually works properly. The beds here are genuinely exceptional; I’m usually a light sleeper in hotels, but I slept like a rock every night. The windows in my room looked out over the internal courtyard, which meant it was surprisingly quiet despite being on such a busy street. You know what’s nice? The little details like proper blackout curtains and bedside lighting that you can actually read by.

Why Guests Love It

There’s something about this place that keeps people coming back — and I get it now after staying here. It’s not trying to be the flashiest hotel in Rome, but it nails the fundamentals while giving you that sense of being somewhere special. The staff genuinely seems to remember repeat guests, and the whole atmosphere feels more like a well-run private residence than a big hotel. When you’re dealing with the intensity of sightseeing in Rome all day, coming back to those peaceful gardens and that consistently excellent service makes a real difference in how your trip feels.

The luxury concierge service in Rome secures rooftop aperitivo salons, artisan atelier access, and opera boxes at Teatro dell’Opera.

Rocco Forte Hotel De Russie Accommodations

Reviews of Rocco Forte Hotel De Russie

• Leena from Bahrain (9/10)

  the service, the garden, the room with a balcony (we got double upgrade), the breakfast and of course the location.

• Karen from France (9/10)

  Stuff is so friendly and helpful
  Food is amazing

• Karen from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Service and hotel excellent

• Margaret from United States (9/10)

  Location and amenities

• Charalampos from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Atmosphere and the rooms was amazing

• Richard from United States (9/10)

  Everything about the hotel is just so beautiful!
  The staff, location and the rooms are amazing!

• Michael from Belgium (9/10)

  Breakfast was super. Excellent variety, quality and breakfast setting in the garden.

• Jehan from United States (9/10)

  Beautiful

• Jehan from United States (9/10)

  Breakfast with Mario and his staff- Venezuelana!

• Ward from Australia (9/10)

  loved the attention to detail, for instance the way the laundry returned all nicely boxed up…
  
  the way the concierge looked after us, always there, always understanding and kind

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