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"A first rate, luxurious experience!"
My husband and I stayed for a weekend at the Bernini Bristol and it was a joy from beginning to end. Fabulous location (five minutes walk from the Trevi Fountain, 15 from the colloseum) and sumptous decor within. The staff could not do enough for us. Our room had a great view and was large and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and plentiful. It made our stay in this great city magical.
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"Wonderfully located well appointed bernini"
Fabulously located hotel - 7 minutes from Spanish Steps, 10 min from Trevi fountain, 15 minutes from pantheon, 30 minute stroll of colloseo. Very luxuriant and well appointed hotel. Decor is a very baroque and you expect Louis XVI to jump out at any point!! Comes with bathrobes, marble bathrooms, well equipped gym and the spa area looks nice (jacuzzi wasn't working during our 5 night stay).
The food is extortionate here, however and there are lots of great restaurants half the price within walking distance.
ask for a room on the quiet side (i.e. not on the side facing the piazza, as the traffic is loud there, rooms are right next to the lift and smaller than on the side).
Rome tips: when going to the colliseum - go with the tour groups that one can find there - you miss the queue, get the highlights and then can book a tour to the vatican - which also misses the queues - the standard of the tours are very good. Call in advance (or get reception) to book tickets for the Galleria Borghese - in my opinion better than the Capitoline museum. Fabulous art and sculptures. Food - Gusto and a roof top restuarant by the Spanish Steps were both wonderful. Once again, book in advance as both are popular!
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"Wonderfully located well appointed bernini"
Fabulously located hotel - 7 minutes from Spanish Steps, 10 min from Trevi fountain, 15 minutes from pantheon, 30 minute stroll of colloseo. Very luxuriant and well appointed hotel. Decor is a very baroque and you expect Louis XVI to jump out at any point!! Comes with bathrobes, marble bathrooms, well equipped gym and the spa area looks nice (jacuzzi wasn't working during our 5 night stay).
The food is extortionate here, however and there are lots of great restaurants half the price within walking distance.
ask for a room on the quiet side (i.e. not on the side facing the piazza, as the traffic is loud there, rooms are right next to the lift and smaller than on the side).
Rome tips: when going to the colliseum - go with the tour groups that one can find there - you miss the queue, get the highlights and then can book a tour to the vatican - which also misses the queues - the standard of the tours are very good. Call in advance (or get reception) to book tickets for the Galleria Borghese - in my opinion better than the Capitoline museum. Fabulous art and sculptures. Food - Gusto and a roof top restuarant by the Spanish Steps were both wonderful. Once again, book in advance as both are popular!
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"Great location and service"
My 21-year-old son and I spent a week at the Bernini Bristol, and the hotel really made our stay in Rome an enjoyable experience.
The room was exactly as pictured on the hotel's website, elegant damask drapes and wall covering, spacious and very clean. We had a 4th floor room facing a side street, so the view wasn't anything extraordinary, but we didn't hear any street noise at all from the busy Piazza Barberini. The air-conditioning worked great, making the hotel an oasis of coolness after a day of walking around in the 100 degree heat. Our rate, which was about $320 US a night (moderate, by Rome standards) didn't include breakfast, so I can't tell you about that, but the hotel does have a lovely (and very expensive) restaurant. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I spoke to several of the concierge staff before our trip, and they helped me get opera tickets in advance. I never felt that they were holding out their hands for a tip, either. The best thing about the Bernini, though, is the location. Piazza Barberini is so centrally located that you can really walk almost anywhere. We only took a cab once during the whole week. The Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Termini Station and the Pantheon are all within a 10-15 minute walk. The Forum and the Colloseum are only a little farther. The Vatican looked like it was too far, but we actually walked back after a tour by bus, and it wasn't a bad walk at all. There's also a metro station in the Piazza right outside the hotel, and a currency exchange and an ATM machine right next door, which is very convenient. There are literally dozens of restaurants and trattoria within a few minutes of the hotel on the Via Tritone or the Via Veneto, so whether you're looking for coffee and a croissant, a slice of pizza or a really nice dinner, you don't have to go far. The only negative thing I have to say is not about the hotel itself, but about the tour company that the concierge booked with when we asked for a Vatican tour and a day trip to Pompeii. We weren't crazy about it, so I'd recommend you do some research and either book for yourself online, or come with phone numbers and ask the concierge to call the company of your choice. We were much more pleased with the tours that we arranged on our own.
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"Great location and service"
My 21-year-old son and I spent a week at the Bernini Bristol, and the hotel really made our stay in Rome an enjoyable experience.
The room was exactly as pictured on the hotel's website, elegant damask drapes and wall covering, spacious and very clean. We had a 4th floor room facing a side street, so the view wasn't anything extraordinary, but we didn't hear any street noise at all from the busy Piazza Barberini. The air-conditioning worked great, making the hotel an oasis of coolness after a day of walking around in the 100 degree heat. Our rate, which was about $320 US a night (moderate, by Rome standards) didn't include breakfast, so I can't tell you about that, but the hotel does have a lovely (and very expensive) restaurant. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I spoke to several of the concierge staff before our trip, and they helped me get opera tickets in advance. I never felt that they were holding out their hands for a tip, either. The best thing about the Bernini, though, is the location. Piazza Barberini is so centrally located that you can really walk almost anywhere. We only took a cab once during the whole week. The Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Termini Station and the Pantheon are all within a 10-15 minute walk. The Forum and the Colloseum are only a little farther. The Vatican looked like it was too far, but we actually walked back after a tour by bus, and it wasn't a bad walk at all. There's also a metro station in the Piazza right outside the hotel, and a currency exchange and an ATM machine right next door, which is very convenient. There are literally dozens of restaurants and trattoria within a few minutes of the hotel on the Via Tritone or the Via Veneto, so whether you're looking for coffee and a croissant, a slice of pizza or a really nice dinner, you don't have to go far. The only negative thing I have to say is not about the hotel itself, but about the tour company that the concierge booked with when we asked for a Vatican tour and a day trip to Pompeii. We weren't crazy about it, so I'd recommend you do some research and either book for yourself online, or come with phone numbers and ask the concierge to call the company of your choice. We were much more pleased with the tours that we arranged on our own.
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"Wonderfully located well appointed bernini"
Fabulously located hotel - 7 minutes from Spanish Steps, 10 min from Trevi fountain, 15 minutes from pantheon, 30 minute stroll of colloseo. Very luxuriant and well appointed hotel. Decor is a very baroque and you expect Louis XVI to jump out at any point!! Comes with bathrobes, marble bathrooms, well equipped gym and the spa area looks nice (jacuzzi wasn't working during our 5 night stay).
The food is extortionate here, however and there are lots of great restaurants half the price within walking distance.
ask for a room on the quiet side (i.e. not on the side facing the piazza, as the traffic is loud there, rooms are right next to the lift and smaller than on the side).
Rome tips: when going to the colliseum - go with the tour groups that one can find there - you miss the queue, get the highlights and then can book a tour to the vatican - which also misses the queues - the standard of the tours are very good. Call in advance (or get reception) to book tickets for the Galleria Borghese - in my opinion better than the Capitoline museum. Fabulous art and sculptures. Food - Gusto and a roof top restuarant by the Spanish Steps were both wonderful. Once again, book in advance as both are popular!
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"Wonderfully located well appointed bernini"
Fabulously located hotel - 7 minutes from Spanish Steps, 10 min from Trevi fountain, 15 minutes from pantheon, 30 minute stroll of colloseo. Very luxuriant and well appointed hotel. Decor is a very baroque and you expect Louis XVI to jump out at any point!! Comes with bathrobes, marble bathrooms, well equipped gym and the spa area looks nice (jacuzzi wasn't working during our 5 night stay).
The food is extortionate here, however and there are lots of great restaurants half the price within walking distance.
ask for a room on the quiet side (i.e. not on the side facing the piazza, as the traffic is loud there, rooms are right next to the lift and smaller than on the side).
Rome tips: when going to the colliseum - go with the tour groups that one can find there - you miss the queue, get the highlights and then can book a tour to the vatican - which also misses the queues - the standard of the tours are very good. Call in advance (or get reception) to book tickets for the Galleria Borghese - in my opinion better than the Capitoline museum. Fabulous art and sculptures. Food - Gusto and a roof top restuarant by the Spanish Steps were both wonderful. Once again, book in advance as both are popular!
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"Great location and service"
My 21-year-old son and I spent a week at the Bernini Bristol, and the hotel really made our stay in Rome an enjoyable experience.
The room was exactly as pictured on the hotel's website, elegant damask drapes and wall covering, spacious and very clean. We had a 4th floor room facing a side street, so the view wasn't anything extraordinary, but we didn't hear any street noise at all from the busy Piazza Barberini. The air-conditioning worked great, making the hotel an oasis of coolness after a day of walking around in the 100 degree heat. Our rate, which was about $320 US a night (moderate, by Rome standards) didn't include breakfast, so I can't tell you about that, but the hotel does have a lovely (and very expensive) restaurant. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. I spoke to several of the concierge staff before our trip, and they helped me get opera tickets in advance. I never felt that they were holding out their hands for a tip, either. The best thing about the Bernini, though, is the location. Piazza Barberini is so centrally located that you can really walk almost anywhere. We only took a cab once during the whole week. The Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Termini Station and the Pantheon are all within a 10-15 minute walk. The Forum and the Colloseum are only a little farther. The Vatican looked like it was too far, but we actually walked back after a tour by bus, and it wasn't a bad walk at all. There's also a metro station in the Piazza right outside the hotel, and a currency exchange and an ATM machine right next door, which is very convenient. There are literally dozens of restaurants and trattoria within a few minutes of the hotel on the Via Tritone or the Via Veneto, so whether you're looking for coffee and a croissant, a slice of pizza or a really nice dinner, you don't have to go far. The only negative thing I have to say is not about the hotel itself, but about the tour company that the concierge booked with when we asked for a Vatican tour and a day trip to Pompeii. We weren't crazy about it, so I'd recommend you do some research and either book for yourself online, or come with phone numbers and ask the concierge to call the company of your choice. We were much more pleased with the tours that we arranged on our own.
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"Great Hotel! 5-star"
We had already booked Bernini Bristol prior to reading the Trip Advisor reviews for it which were quite negative. As a result, we had fairly low expectations. We were so pleasantly surprised to see that it was a gorgeous hotel. The staff were very professional and our room was huge and very nice - looking out towards a fountain.
The only negative comments I have are, 1. the hotel room service is extremely expensive so we ducked across the road to Pepy's Snack Bar for takeaway (too tired to eat out after big day seeing the sights of Rome) and 2. we both had massages which were quite expensive but did not go for the full hour.
Other than that - great hotel.
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"Very Happy with this hotel"
Even though we only stayed one night, we were so happy with this hotel. Our room was so comfortable and the staff were so nice. The location was great - we were able to walk everywhere. I am so happy that we stayed here even after reading previous reviews. We were even able to get into our room by 10:30 AM which after flying all night was a big benefit.
I would stay here again in a minute.
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"Great Hotel beautiful views"
We did a Mediterranean cruise out of Rome and stayed at the Bernini Bristol for a couple of nights before the cruise. From our suite we had a lovely view of Rome. Our rooms were very clean and the staff very friendly. The location is excellent. We will certainly stay there on our next trip to Rome/
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"A first rate, luxurious experience!"
My husband and I stayed for a weekend at the Bernini Bristol and it was a joy from beginning to end. Fabulous location (five minutes walk from the Trevi Fountain, 15 from the colloseum) and sumptous decor within. The staff could not do enough for us. Our room had a great view and was large and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious and plentiful. It made our stay in this great city magical.
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3 km
32 km
0.7 km
24 Hour Room Service 
Bar 
Beauty Salon 
Elevator / Lift 
Fitness Center 
Laundry Service 
Lounge 
Baby Cot 
Balcony / Terrace 
Cable / Satellite Television 
Television 
Writing Desk 
Gallery
Museum
Popular Area
Shopping Area
Theatre
Train Station
Park
Airport
