REVIEWS


SIX SENSES ROME Rome, Italy


LOCATION: Six Senses Rome boasts a prime position on Via del Corso, one of the city’s busiest shopping streets. This provides easy access to the sights and sounds of the Italian capital. Despite being surrounded by bustling cobbled streets, the property offers a retreat from the urban environment, with guests enjoying complete privacy from the moment they step through the door.


FIRST IMPRESSIONS: As fans of the brand will expect, on arrival there is an instant feeling of peace and calm. Two striking 600-year-old columns border the hotel entrance, giving an immediate nod to the building’s heritage, while the lobby space is open, roomy and extremely social, with cosy corners for guests to relax in. The hospitality and service from staff is second to none from check-in to check-out. Nothing is too much trouble, and their knowledge of the city is a massive LonÕÃ] iëiVi>llÞ iv ÞoÕ Ü>nÌ Ìo wn` > Ü>Þ ov Ãki««in} those long queues at the Colosseum or Vatican.


THE FACTS: Six Senses Rome opened last March as the LÀ>n`½Ã wÀÃÌ ÕÀL>n «Ào«iÀÌÞ° /hi 9È li}hÌ-wlli` Àoomà >n` suites are spacious, with an elegant, serene atmosphere. The hotel pays homage to the building’s past life as a 15th-century palazzo, with a number of features restored to their original state. The grand marble staircase is a sight to behold, while guests will also see a 4th-century L>«ÌiÃm>l L>Ìh on `iël>Þ Õn`iÀ }l>Ãà yooÀ Ìilià in oni ov the restaurants. Modern touches have been effortlessly incorporated to create a charming and welcoming aesthetic. Various delights are available in two eateries. Bivium offers a sophisticated dining experience with Li>ÕÌivÕl Ì>li>n y>ÛoÕÀà >n` loV>l in}Ài`iinÌà >Ì Ìhi heart of its menu. If your clients are fortunate enough to be a guest at the property on a Sunday, then booking Bivium’s dreamy brunch experience is a must. Rooftop bar Notos grants visitors spectacular panoramic views


over the city – an idyllic little oasis above the crowds below. After a long day of racking up the step count, sitting back with a delicious cocktail to watch the sun set across the Roman landscape is the perfect way to unwind. The brand’s commitment to wellness is also a prominent mark of this stunning property – you can’t visit a Six Senses without using the spa and, believe me, this is not one to miss out on. Arguably the property’s main attraction, it offers an impressive array of treatments, but the real standout is the Roman baths – a traditional and unforgettable experience. With three baths of contrasting temperatures, saunas and steam rooms, this dimly lit, cocoon-like setting is simply epic. The soft music in the background completes the experience – I’ve never felt so relaxed.


IDEAL FOR: Birkin-bag-toting, well-heeled travellers, plus trendy locals who will no doubt make use of the social spots for after-work drinks and weekend exploits. Six Senses admirers will be clambering to tick this off their travel wish lists.


EXPLORE: With the property sitting right in the centre of the Eternal City, guests have a perfect base from which to discover the wonders around every corner. Attractions such as the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and Spanish Steps are within walking distance, and there is an abundance of pizzerias, cafes and trattorias on the hotel’s doorstep.


WOW: I was blown away by everything at Six Senses Rome, but the spa is something truly special.


BOOK IT: Rates at Six Senses Rome start from £860 a night in a Classic Room.


SIXSENSES.COM Joshua Merrick


110 ASPIRE MARCH 2025


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CREDIT: John Athimaritis


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