Experience a Legend. Since 1906, The Westin Excelsior, Rome has hosted celebrities, statesmen and artists visiting the Eternal City. The... more »
Experience a Legend. Since 1906, The Westin Excelsior, Rome has hosted celebrities, statesmen and artists visiting the Eternal City. The hotel, which was named to Condé Nast Traveler?s 2007 Gold List, enjoys a prime location in the celebrated Via Veneto district. Personal Best. The Westin Excelsior, Rome is known for outstanding service in an exceptional setting. Dine on Roman favorites at Restaurant Doney, enjoy a personalized workout with our trainer in the health club or indulge in a shiatsu massage in our spa. Luxurious Accommodations. Subject of a $7 million renovation, the signature Villa Cupola is the largest suite in Europe and its grand style is reflected throughout the hotel in the sumptuous furnishings of the recently remodeled 281 guest rooms and 35 suites.
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The Westin Excelsior is housed in a grand turn-of-the- century property on the Via Veneto, within one kilometre of Rome's historic sites. The 319 guestrooms are decorated in 19th-century Empire style with ornate white- and-gold ceilings, crystal chandeliers, and hand- decorated walls. Many rooms have balconies, and all include Heavenly Beds. Modern amenities include air conditioning, Internet connections, satellite television with pay movies, minibars, safes, and marble bathrooms with telephones, bathrobes and slippers. The hotel offers a number of dining options: Restaurant Doney serves seasonal Mediterranean dishes in a sumptuous but informal setting overlooking the Via Veneto; h>club Doney offers snacks and drinks in a stylish, contemporary setting; the hotel piano bar serves drinks and cocktails along with late breakfast and light refreshments throughout the day. Guests can workout in the health club's fully-equipped fitness room, cool off in the Roman style indoor pool and relax with a massage, sauna, steam, or a beauty treatment. Those on business can benefit from seven meeting rooms and a range of audio-visual equipment, and any visitors arriving by car will find valet parking onsite. Practical amenities include 24-hour room service, laundry facilities, and a multilingual concierge service, which can assist with any sightseeing needs. Nearby attractions include Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Coliseum, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona, which are all within one and a half kilometres of the hotel. Fiumicino Airport is 30 kilometres away and takes approximately 45 minutes to reach by car.
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As Rome's most celebrated avenue, Via Veneto is the cradle of la dolce vita immortalized by Fellini. It is also home to the recently refurbished The Westin Excelsior, Rome - its most distinguished address. Named in Condé Nast Traveler's 2002 Gold List, this hotel is a monument to turn-of-the-century style. Its spacious guest rooms boast rich custom fabrics, Imperial, Renaissance and Biedermeier style furnishings, as well as walls and ceilings hand-decorated by master artisans. Enjoy Roman specialties at the Restaurant Doney. The hotel also features the largest suite in Europe, Villa La Cupola. Built in grand turn-of-the-century style and recently renovated, each guest room and suite features the Westin Heavenly Bed® and is decorated with custom wall coverings and crystal chandeliers. The Presidential, Imperial, and Villa La Cupola suites provide incomparable service, expansive living, and an unequalled level of comfort and elegance. With Service Express the hotel's guests can request any ofthe many services offered with one convenient call from their room. An operator combines the telephone, room service and other departments to create an efficient hub of complete service delivery. The Westin's newest creation, a 300 square metre Health Centre, offers a fully equipped gym facility, Roman Style indoor heated pool, impressive whirlpool, steam room, relaxation area, sauna and treatment rooms, and a professional staff to assist your every need, located in the lower lobby. Feast on delicious Italian regional cuisine and unique seasonal menus at Restaurant Doney. Locals and guests alike can enjoy music and cocktails at the Excelsior Bar. The h club> Doney extends itself along Via Veneto with an atmosphere rich in colors and music. It's the ideal place to grab a quick breakfast, brunch, aperitif, dinner, after dinner drink, or just meet with friends.
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Stayed here Oct 07 with a friend and
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Posted Feb 07, 2008
Excellent
Stayed here Oct 07 with a friend and used Starwood points. If I had to pay for the room since it was their high season it would have been over $1,000. I don't think any room is worth that kind of money but since I used points it was free. I had a ...
Location was the best part of this
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Posted Jul 28, 2007
Excellent
Location was the best part of this hotel.We had 5 travelers and 10 bags. We asked the night before for a large enough vehicle and it wasn't big enough.“One of the best hotels in Rome. Concierge was able to line up everything we needed in a moments...
Impressive, luxurious, comfortable. Had
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Posted May 18, 2007
Excellent
Impressive, luxurious, comfortable. Had misfortune of arriving during national labor strike, but management worked tirelessly to accomodate. Stayed in impressive corner suite on SEside of hotel, not much view but quieter than much desired Via Veneto ...
To get here from Rome Fiumicino
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Posted May 23, 2002
Okay
To get here from Rome Fiumicino airport, take a train to Stazione Termini, then go downstairs into the subway and take subway to "Barberini" station. Before boarding the train in the airport, make sure to validate the ticket in the yellow machine. ...
The accommodations were quite beautiful.
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Posted Oct 28, 2000
Good
The accommodations were quite beautiful. It is near the American Embassy, the rich part of the city and the Aurelian wall. A short walk to Villa Borghese.