Hotel Eden

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Exquisite, plush, supremely comfortable

Via Ludovisi 49 Rome, Italy (39) 06 478 121 www.dorchestercollection.com

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At a Glance

When in Rome, would you like a room with a view—a fairly incomparable view—of the city? Or breakfast with a view? Or drinks and dinner with a view? If you said yes to any or all, right this way—to the Eden, which after Le Meurice in Paris is the most venerable of the nine hotels in the Dorchester Collection. When it opened in 1889, the Eden set the standard for excellence in Roman hospitality; it was the first hotel in the city to have an elevator, electricity and running water—and it still sets the standard today with high-touch service, two sixth-floor restaurants and a bar, a lovely spa and a small but well-equipped gym. Its 98 rooms retain a sense of history but are light-filled and modern. Best of all, it’s just a short stroll to the top of the Spanish Steps in one direction and the Borghese Gardens in the other: Hotel Eden is for those looking to stay slightly apart from, and above, the crowds.

The Standout: The beautifully-appointed Villa Medici Suite with tons of natural light streaming through multiple balconied windows and a butler service—the suite can also be expanded to include two additional bedrooms
Don’t Miss: A guided tour of the underground vaults at the MAXXI museum with an art historian and conservationist

Indagare Loves

The grand (but not stuffy) lobby, for people-watching
La Terrazza and Il Giardino Ristorante, the terrace restaurants with oversize retractable windows looking over the Borghese Gardens and the city
The lofty ceilings, mirrored armoires, and Italian touches (Rubelli curtains and Murano vases), plus marvelous white-marble bathrooms in all the rooms

Hotel Eden Review

A part of the Dorchester Collection, which also owns iconic hotels like Le Meurice in Paris and the Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles, the Eden is a supremely comfortable address with the expected modern amenities, pampering facilities and immaculately designed rooms. Perhaps the only downside for some is that it is set just a few blocks above the center of the action, but its luxurious furnishings and five-star service more than make up for its slightly removed location.

A popular retreat for celebrities and royalty since opening in 1889, the Eden was purchased by the Dorchester Collection in 2013. The hotel group operated the property for a short time before closing for renovations, and now the Eden is almost unrecognizable from its former self. Each of the hotel’s 98 rooms have been redone with stunning details. Careful attention was paid to every aspect of the accommodations, so rooms feature pieces that highlight Italian craftsmanship (think Murano vases and handmade Rubelli curtains from Venice) and antique books, as well as modern touches like iPads that control the temperature and lights. The exquisite bathrooms are outfitted almost entirely in white marble and offer Ortiga toiletries.

The expansive lobby has multiple seating areas that lead a hidden bar in one corner, which opens each evening to a secret cabinet of spirits and wines and a piano player to set the mood for the guests. Other amenities include a serene spa exclusively furnished with Swiss Valmont Cosmetics by Sophie Guillon and a small but well-equipped gym. The terrace restaurants (refined La Terrazza and more casual Il Giardino) have a great view from their hilltop vantage, and the windows open completely to provide an al fresco feel despite having a roof. The Terrazza also has a large window that can be opened to offer diners a behind-the-scenes peek into the kitchen that serves both restaurants.

Who Should Stay

The Eden is ideal for especially particular travelers (both couples/friends and families) and those who want a truly luxurious base for exploring the city.

Author

Simone Girner

Indagare Plus Amenities

Euro 85.00 Food & Beverage credit (excluding La Terrazza Restaurant and Minibar)
Complimentary Breakfast
Upgraded Room Category on Availability at Check-In
Late Check-Out on Availability
Complimentary WiFi Internet Access

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Kendra Ragatz

2:02 am | July 9, 2014

We stayed at Hotel Eden with two children, ages 7 & 10. The service at the hotel was outstanding – and the concierge was fabulous! We loved the quiet, and yet central location. One of our children became ill on the trip and the hotel arranged to have a US doctor arrive within 40 minutes and picked up needed medication from the pharmacy. We could not have felt more taken care of and cared for. The rooms are not recently updated, but they are lovely and comfortable with nice light and views. Ours was quite spacious as well. Loved the terrace restaurant with its fabulous views and speedy (rare in Rome) wait staff. We would definitely return and recommend to others.
Michael & Jamie Wolf

4:34 pm | August 27, 2015

Stayed 3 nights with our 12 & 15 years old children and it felt like home after one. We had a two bedroom suite that was very large and comfortable and staff was attentive and knew our names after the first day. Good location next to Borghese Gardens and close to Spanish Steps. Had a nice small luxury feel to it. Nice place to begin our Rome journey.
Indagare

8:00 pm | October 28, 2015

From Indagare member L.W.: “The Eden was fine, but we didn’t love it. The rooms were small, noisy, and I can’t imagine what we were upgraded from–the cheapest rooms must be closets! The hotel itself is not all that attractive, except for the dining room, which is the best part of the hotel. The breakfasts here were quite good. The staff was kind of hit or miss; the concierges and doormen were lovely, but the staff at the check-in desk bordered on surly.”
Indagare

2:52 pm | November 2, 2017

From Indagare member Mimi Robinson: “The Hotel Eden is wonderful. Our room was perfect; beautifully appointed and very comfortable. We made fast friends with the bartender, who made the best Manhattan we had ever tasted! And the staff, particularly the manager, were all extremely helpful and friendly. We couldn’t have been in a better place!”
Indagare

12:24 pm | November 9, 2017

From Indagare member P.J.: “We absolutely loved the Hotel Eden; it was small and very customer-focused. When we walked in the door, we were met by an entire team who made us feel right at home. We were also upgraded with our Indagare membership, which was very nice. We had a delicious breakfast every morning and each night we had cocktails in the bar. The breakfast/bar area overlooks Rome and has wonderful views and sunlight.”

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