The Best Hotels in Campo and Farnese, Rome

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Eternal Rome is, in part, fuelled by its markets, the largest of which is the Campo de’ Fiori, an impressive square to the north of Piazza Navona and one block to the east of the splendid Palazzo Farnese. Which is pretty much slap bang in the centre of Rome’s hustle and bustle. Even today there’s a daily vegetable, meat, cheese and fish market, and much more besides, complete with bargain-hunting older ladies. In the afternoons it’s a great place to people watch from the comfort of one of the cafes lining the square, and at night it gets pretty lively in the varied cocktail bars, cafes and restaurants, and staying in one of the best hotels in Campo and Farnese means you’re close to the action.

The area around the glorious, and architecturally important Palazzo Farnese, which currently serves as the French embassy in Rome, is a great place to base yourself. Its elegant squares enriched by grand Baroque architecture and wonderful marble statures are what people come to Rome for, and they’re linked by streets and narrow alleyways lined with places to eat and drink and shop and explore.

The streets surrounding the Campo de’ Fiori are named after the tradesmen you’d find there, so the Via dei Cappellari had the hat-makers and the Via dei Balestrari had the crossbow-makers. These days you can expect high end boutiques as well as tiny workshops and artisan’s studios, though some things produced here are produced in much the same way as they were in the Middle Ages.

If you stay in one of hotels recommended on our Guru’s list of the best hotels in Campo and Farnese you’re also within walking distance of the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, Via del Corso and Trastevere and the Colosseum. The Vatican and St. Peter’s Square is only a 15minute walk, as are the Spanish Steps. And, if you’re concerned about a compulsion to visit Rome’s churches you’ll be pleased to hear that the Campo de’ Fiori is the only square in Rome without a church!

For City Views

• The Hotel Campo de 'Fiori has a fantastic roof terrace overlooking the city skyline. You'll find romantic bedrooms with four poster beds, regally painted walls and frescoed ceilings, in a great location close to the morning markets.

For a peaceful stay

• The Locanda Cairoli is a chic, comfortable hotel in a great location close to the Piazza Farnese. There are just 15 crisp, clean rooms, decorated in blues and yellows, and the feeling is of being in a private home rather than a modern hotel.
• The Hotel Lunetta is a polished, contemporary, 30 room hotel with an excellent spa, in a great location between the Piazza Navona and the Campo de’Fiori. The rooms and suites have glossy parquet floors, exposed beams and enormous marble bathrooms, and the spa has a sauna and a hot tub.

For a city break

• G-Rough is one of the hippest spots in Rome. Its ten rooms have been converted from from a 17th century townhouse, and the parquet floors and original tiles have been retained, but they’ve added retro design furniture and exposed stone walls and the effect is chic yet modern. There’s a fantastic roof terrace and a buzzy bar.

Still not sure which to book?

• Browse through our list of all the best places to stay in Rome
• Or consider our Guru’s recommendations for the best hotels near the Pantheon, Great Hotels Near the Colosseum, the Best hotels in the heart of Old Rome, or the 3 Best Hotels near the Aventine Hill
• Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.

  • Hotel Campo de' Fiori Rome (Parione) 23 rooms from AU$254

    
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    City Style  -  For an elegant and traditianally Italian stay, it doesn't get much better than this

    Groups  -  With 11 apartments to rent sleeping from 2 - 5, this is ideal for small groups

    Romantic Break  -  This is a classic and undeniably romantic stay brimming with Old World charm

    Local markets  -  Enjoy the morning market at Piazza Campo de Fiori. This is Rome's most popular market and offers a real snippet of daily life

    

    A gorgeous boutique hotel with views over Rome's skyline from a fantastic roof terrace. Romantic bedrooms have canopied fourposter beds, frescoed ceilings, antique furniture and regally painted walls. A great choice for a romantic getaway to Rome. See More

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  • Locanda Cairoli Rome (Regola) 15 rooms from AU$287

    
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    Full of character  -  With a mix of original features, modern artworks, & traditional furniture this hotel feels much like staying in someone's home

    Local exploring  -  Well positioned in the city centre offering easy access to the Pantheon Temple and other major sites

    Close to nightlife  -  Trastevere offers a unique and eclectic variety of nightlife options

    Sights nearby  -  Close to Piazza Navona and The Pantheon

    

    A chic, comfortable hotel in central Rome. Clean, crisp rooms follow a blue and yellow theme, with individual details such as floral arrangements and artworks. Close to the Piazza Navona, this is perfect for local exploring. A classic hotel with the air of a private home. See More

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  • Hotel Lunetta Rome (Parione) 30 rooms from AU$308

    
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    Historic  -  The building used to be the ancient Albergo della Luna (dating back to 1368) and is one of the first hotels in the Eternal City

    Spa breaks  -  The superlative spa features a hydrotherapy pool, Finnish sauna and hot tub as well as an advanced treatment list

    Sights nearby  -  Well located in the heart of medieval Rome, between Campo de'Fiori and Piazza Navona

    Romantic Break  -  The spa suite offers couples' treatments featuring a private hot tub

    

    A very polished hotel with an excellent spa and contemporary classic rooms. Bedrooms and suites have glossy parquet floors, big comfy beds, exposed beams, and enormous marble bathrooms. Fantastic spa equipped with sauna, hot tub and a menu of therapies. An excellent choice for a modern spa break. See More

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  • G-Rough Rome (Piazza Navona) 10 rooms from AU$628

    
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    Boutique  -  Boutique style sees vintage pieces by leading Italian designers set in a stripped-back historic building — very chic

    Hotel Entertainment  -  The hotel's ‘Unconventional Experiences’ include unique experiences like tours of the city via Vespas

    Chic  -  Cool from the outset: guests are checked in at the bar over a welcome coffee or prosecco

    City Style  -  Achingly trendy interiors — certainly not one for traditionalists!

    

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    One of the hippest spots in town, at G-Rough you'll find a unique blend of luxury living and trendy design finishes giving this 17th century townhouse a very urban vibe. Parquet floors & original tiles come with an eclectic mix of retro style furniture. Roof terrace for chilling and buzzy bar. See More

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Written by Kat Parr Mackintosh

posted Wednesday, 19th May 2021