Palazzo Montemartini, Rome

You're within walking distance of the Palazzo Massimo, ancient Baths of Diocletian and Michelangelo's Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli.

You're only a couple of minutes from Termini Station, surrounded by transport links to explore the city and beyond.

By plane: London to Rome takes 2 hours 25 minutes; Manchester to Rome takes 2 hours 40 minutes - after which, it's a 45-minute drive to the hotel. Paid parking available nearby. Book flights to Rome.

The hotel was built in 1881 and within its pale yellow stucco exterior, it still retains a number of original features. This classical Italian design is combined with modern elegance, so the other half of the hotel is contemporary and minimal.

The hotel was built in 1881 and within its pale yellow stucco exterior, it still retains a number of original features. This classical Italian design is combined with modern elegance, so the other half of the hotel is contemporary and minimal.

Rooms come in nine catgeories and vary in terms of size, furnishings and furniture. Generally, the décor is white and minimalist, creating an uplifting feel.

Room types: Room, Superior Room, Premium Room, Junior Suite, Noble Suite, Skylight Suite, Penthouse

Key amenities: ensuite bathroom with toiletries, tea and coffee facilities, TV, minibar, safe, free Wi-Fi

Senses restaurant and adjacent lounge-bar are located by the lobby. The restaurant serves a decent buffet breakfast, plus modern Italian classics throughout the day. The cocktail bar and rooftop bar are both good spots for a drink. The risotto with pecorino, pepper, lemon and raw red prawn was very tasty.

Senses Restaurant & Lounge Bar: modern Italian cuisine and cocktail bar, open daily.