Maresa Manara
Contributing Writer
Contributing Writer
Maresa Manara is a contributing writer for Condé Nast Traveler. Maresa studied journalism in Sydney, the highlights of her early career being a story on spiritual pet healers and an interview with Hugh Jackman’s dad. While living in Italy and the Middle East, Maresa moved into travel journalism, which taught her many things, namely: her sense of direction is terrible, nearly every stomach ailment can be cured by a can of coke, and that, in order to get a good story, you need to get on the wrong bus. Previously, she worked at the BBC, and has written for publications including Harper’s Bazaar, Stylist, and Dorling Kindersley.
41 Best Hotels in Rome, From Art-Filled Palazzos to Upscale Hostels
Our favorite places to stay in the Eternal City.
Corso 281
No request is too much for Gisonna’s team and they’ll happily use their pull around town to make sure you get the best Roman experience possible.
The Pavilions Rome, The First Musica
For those who work hard and play hard–you'll appreciate both the big, modernist artworks in the rooms by day, and the DJ sets in the lobby by night.
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Sentho Roma
This independent hotel sits in a restored palazzo in the heart of Rome’s Monti neighborhood, next to the Basilica of Santa Prudenziana, Rome’s oldest Christian church.
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The Tribune Hotel, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
This new arrival from Hyatt is shaking up the city’s straightlaced Villa Borghese.
Cosmopolita Hotel Rome, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Now that Hilton has taken over, the Cosmopolita has never looked better
W Rome
For the well-travelled, design-savvy crowd who know when they’re onto a good thing.
The 9 Best Places to Visit in Italy—According to You, Our Readers
The top Italian cities as voted in our 2022 Readers' Choice Awards.
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Hassler Roma
An old classic in a picture-perfect location at the top of the Spanish Steps.
Hotel de Russie, A Rocco Forte Hotel
Everything a beautiful hotel should be, and filled with the most glamorous guests imaginable.
Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel
Grand and opulent, the famed Rome Cavalieri is a true urban resort with knockout views and a plethora of amenities.
The Fifteen Keys Hotel
Smart, stylish and right in one of Rome’s buzziest areas—what more could you want? It’s the ideal place to slink home to after a day exploring the city.
The Hoxton Rome
Rome's most stylish new hangout.
Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel
A a luxury retreat in the center of Rome.
Soho House Rome
The Rome outpost of this members club is set inside a Brutalist building next to La Sapienza university.
Vilòn Luxury Hotel
An atmospheric showcase for contemporary design with a destination cocktail bar, in a secret spot right next to Palazzo Borghese.
Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese
Attracts the sophisticated, well-travelled, and big fans of art and design.
Portrait Roma
The perfect Roman pied à terre from one of Italy's most lauded design families—the Ferragamos.