La Dolce Vita: Fall In Love With Rome At The Anantara Palazzo Naiadi
This luxury getaway is a true sanctum of tranquillity – in the heart of Rome
There are properties you visit, properties you feel an affinity with, and properties that stay with you long after you have left. The Anantara Palazzo Naiadi falls resolutely into the latter category. Arrival at the imposing crescent-shaped palazzo fronting the Piazza della Repubblica – home to the iconic Fountain of the Naiads – is profoundly impactful. Sweeping nineteenth century marble meets architectural sculptures while smartly-dressed doormen welcome guests into an interior that unites neoclassical and contemporary aesthetics. Underneath the building lie the ancient Diocletian Thermal Baths, seen underfoot through the lower ground floor, so that guests experience the Eternal City’s storied past alongside a decadent take on modern luxury. The effect is a tangible sense of grandness, worthy of Anantara’s first property in Italy.
Accommodation is comprised of 238 rooms and suites spread across two wings and four floors. The defining style is one of refined elegance; characterful and luxurious – think rich furnishings, unique artworks and antiques, and white marble bathrooms featuring Acqua di Parma amenities. Options are plentiful but Bazaar favours the Executive Suites, offering a Jacuzzi, a steam bath, or an intimate terrace for relaxation; or the resplendent Presidential Suite – a gorgeously spacious apartment-style lodging boasting an elegant living room, dining area, kitchenette and guest bathroom. The preferred Roman suite of choice for iconic Italian actress Sophia Loren, whose face adorns one of several fashion and city-themed coffee table books, the floor-to-ceiling views of the Piazza della Repubblica and Via Nazionale are wondrous; catapulting you to the heart of the bustling city below whilst offering complete privacy and tranquillity.
As one would expect of the Italian capital, gastronomy is at the forefront of Anantara Palazzo Naiadi. Those seeking glorious views and alfresco dining can opt for lunch on the rooftop with a focus on fresh seasonal produce combined with artful presentation, whilst breakfast is a casual affair with buffet and à la carte options available at the aptly-titled La Fontana, overlooking the Piazza della Repubblica.
New features set to open this year included a reimagined lobby, a bar with original Art Nouveau décor, a healthy corner tailored to wellness, and a revamped rooftop space which capitalises fully on the panoramic views. A new spa will launch on the hotel’s top floor, adding to the existing four treatment rooms, and will include a steam bath, a Hammam, hydrotherapy, a sauna and a relaxation area. Additional leisure services will include a fitness centre with personal training sessions available, yoga classes and the opportunity to exercise in the gardens of Villa Borghese. Anantara is also introducing a thoughtful range of experiences, designed to showcase the best that Rome has to offer, from the Vatican to the bohemian neighbourhoods of Monti, Trastevere, and Campo dei Fiori; as well as offering opportunities to discover some of the capital’s best-kept secrets, from lush gardens to private palaces
Culinary masterclasses will see visitors source fresh local ingredients from the nearby market under the watchful eye of the Chef, before learning to make a selection of quintessential Roman dishes – perfect to impress guests at your next dinner party at home.
Whether exploring the Fori Imperiali, Via Veneto, Trevi Fountain or the Spanish Steps – all within walking distance of the property – or just looking to immerse yourself in Rome’s vibrant atmosphere, Anantara Palazzo Naiadi is the perfect place to fall in love with one of the world’s most historic and beautiful locations and the hotel, like the Eternal City itself, is not something we’ll forget.
For more information, visit anantara.com
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