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.

Facilities include a restaurant, small contemporary lounge area with a bar, underground spa, small gym and a rooftop bar.

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Terrace
• Gym
• Spa
• Pet-friendly
• Family-friendly
• Free Wi-Fi

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.