Rome’s ancient past is evident at every turn, from the skyline’s enormous ruins to the hidden cafés stocked with classical antiquities; you don’t have to visit a museum to experience the city’s 3,000 years of history. Some of Rome’s most famous landmarks and the city’s most prestigious addresses are located in the same palazzi and villas that formerly belonged to Italy’s nobility. You might also try searching for a hotel room away from the main hub. You can get more for your money in neighborhoods like the lively Monti or the lush Trieste, both of which offer a sense of what it’s like to live in the Eternal City, from morning cappuccino to evening aperitivo. Some of Rome’s finest lodgings are listed here.

Campo Marzio, Hotel de Russie

This Rocco Forte hotel is one of Rome’s most prestigious residences, guarded by men in top hats. The public areas and each of the 120 guest rooms and suites are decorated in an unusual but successful mashup of Roman classicism and art deco. The hotel’s stunning terraced courtyard garden is hinted to by botanical wallpapers. It’s a magical place, a verdant sanctuary in the heart of the city that draws a high-profile clientele thanks to its lush vegetation and idyllic setting. Whether you’re ordering a creative cocktail from the Stravinskij bar or consulting the concierge about local attractions, you’ll receive impeccable service.

 Located at Margutta 19 and Campo Marzio

Located on one of Rome’s most charming cobblestone alleyways, the tree-lined Via Margutta, the hotel is just a short distance from Piazza del Popolo. The interior is just as alluring, with a color scheme that makes you think of a box of Terry’s All Gold and furnishings that makes you think of Italy in the years after World War Two. The downstairs EMME restaurant serves breakfast and has a garden terrace, perfect for the warm evenings in Rome. The front desk is staffed around the clock.

San Saba’s Corner Townhouse

This hotel is so stunning and reasonably priced that you will be telling your friends about it for years to come. The hotel’s 11 rooms are all uniquely decorated and furnished with features like paneled walls, wing-backed headboards, and bright colors. The locals love the greenhouse-style restaurant, as well as the speakeasy-style cocktail bar and tranquil lounge area. Despite its quiet location in the trendy neighborhood of Aventine, the hotel is only around 15 minutes’ walk from the Colosseum and close to many other major attractions.

The Monti villa of Spalletti Trivelli

Almost as impressive as the Trevi Fountain, this historic palace was constructed by Gabriella Rasponi, a relative of Napoleon, and proudly displays its aristocratic lineage. The salons are stunning, with tapestries dating back to the 16th century adorning the walls. The bedrooms are luxurious and furnished with antiques, and there’s a spa with a Roman bath theme in the basement. The hotel’s outside is tastefully vintage, but the rooftop patio has been updated to reflect modern tastes. From morning to night, its many Jacuzzis, sun loungers, and free bar offer relief to weary tourists.