Though summer sees the largest influx of tourists in Rome, winter is a beautiful time to visit. And at Rocco Forte’s elegant Hotel de la Ville, guests will find the enchanting, historic palazzo beautifully decked in refined holiday décor inspired by the luxury Italian fashion brand Brioni. Hand-made silk from Brioni’s previous collections has been used to create bespoke ornaments that adorn the contemporary, sustainability-minded Christmas tree that welcomes guests of via Sistina’s Rocco Forte Hotel.
Hotel de la Ville opened in 2019 and stands as Rocco Forte Hotels’ Roman address on Via Sistina, alongside the renowned Hotel de Russie on Via del Babuino. The iconic hotel, perched atop the Trinità dei Monti, underwent a complete renovation under the guidance of architect Tommaso Ziffer and Olga Polizzi, Rocco Forte’s Director of Design. Hotel de la Ville offers a contemporary cultural insight to the Grand Tour period in Europe, paying homage to the historic journeys of European aristocrats and nobles across the continent. The hotel boasts 104 rooms and suites, featuring a vibrant piazza within the heart of the hotel. The space not only bridges the two buildings envisioned by Englishman George Carter, but also stands as a unique example of linear geometry, drawing inspiration from 17th-century Italian and French formal gardens.
Brioni—founded in Rome in 1945—is a great partner for Hotel de la Ville; each share an effortless, modern elegance that’s exhibited in the hotel’s enchanting holiday décor in a sophisticated palette of blue, gold, and cream. Bathed in a pool of shimmering light and golden hues, the tree—arranged by Sebastian Flowers—features natural elements that enhance its beauty. The result is a unique creative collaboration that seamlessly blends the selection of the finest natural materials with the continued celebration of world-renowned Italian craftsmanship in service and hospitality.
In addition to beautiful holiday décor, Hotel de Ville hosts rich Festive Season programming and delicious menus by Chef Fulvio Pierangelini:
- Christmas Eve Dinner | The beginning of the holidays can be enjoyed at Hotel de la Ville with a fish based menu
- Christmas Brunch| In the Ristorante Mosaico traditional recipes with seasonal ingredients are on offer
- Boxing Day Lunch | An opportunity to celebrate with the family the refined à la carte menu
- New Year’s Eve| Supper at Hotel de la Ville followed by a perfect welcome to the New Year with a Toast on the magnificent Cielo terrace overlooking the whole of Rome.
Rome—spectacular any time of year—shines particularly brightly during the holidays. Let Hotel de la Ville help you celebrate in style. For further details, click here.
Photos courtesy of Hotel de la Ville