Design relais in a 17th-century palazzo just steps from Piazza Navona, with a panoramic terrace, interiors curated by architect Danilo Maglio, and suites with a whirlpool bathtub.
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Relais Orso is a design relais housed in a 17th-century building in the historic centre of Rome, just 200 metres from Piazza Navona.
Designed by architect Danilo Maglio, the interior combines original 15th-century elements, such as marble floors and the entrance door, with a contemporary design featuring oak floors and exposed red brick walls, found throughout all rooms and suites. On the top floor there is a terrace with panoramic views over the city, while the property sits opposite the Tiber, a short distance from Castel Sant’Angelo and 600 metres from the Pantheon.
The five room types, from Superior to Junior Suite, are designed mainly for couples: all feature air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi, while some suites offer a whirlpool bathtub, a private terrace or views over the city and the river. Among the general services, concierge, luggage storage, bike rental and walking tours organised by the property stand out, ideal for exploring the historic districts of the capital on foot, from Via dei Condotti to Campo de’ Fiori.
The rooms and suites at Relais Orso share the same aesthetic throughout the property: oak floors, exposed red brick walls, Egyptian cotton sheets and luxury toiletry sets. All room types feature air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, a Nespresso coffee machine or kettle, a minibar and free WiFi, with a complimentary bottle of water on arrival.
The range starts with the compact 14 sqm Superior Double Room and goes up to the 23 sqm suites, equipped with a sitting area, a whirlpool bathtub or views over the city and the river. The Deluxe Room stands out for its indoor whirlpool bathtub, while the Suite with Whirlpool Bathtub can count on a balcony or private terrace in some configurations. The Junior Suite, while sharing the same 23 sqm, focuses on spaciousness and comfort for longer stays.
This is the most compact room type in the property, at 14 sqm, with a design that alternates oak floors and exposed brick. The private bathroom has a shower with a glass door, and some units feature a whirlpool bathtub, a detail that sets it apart from the other entry-level rooms.
Larger than the Superior, this 18 sqm room stands out for its indoor whirlpool bathtub and a particularly spacious layout compared to the property’s other double rooms, with red brick walls and oak floors completing the space.
A 23 sqm suite with a separate sitting area and furnishings designed by architect Danilo Maglio: here the whirlpool bathtub is located in the spacious bathroom, and in some configurations the room also has a terrace or balcony with an outdoor whirlpool bathtub, unique among the available room types.
While sharing the same 23 sqm as the Suite with Whirlpool Bathtub, this Junior Suite favours spacious common areas with a sitting area and a bathroom with a shower and a wide glass door, without a whirlpool bathtub but with equally refined furnishings.
Relais Orso offers guests services designed for a stay with attention to every detail: 24-hour reception, concierge service, private and express check-in and check-out, luggage storage and a safe on site. Guests who want to explore independently can rely on bike rental, walking and cycling tours, and an excursion desk to organise guided visits to the city’s main monuments.
The property also offers room service, laundry and ironing service, daily housekeeping and a wake-up call on request, as well as a panoramic sun terrace on the top floor. Security is guaranteed by magnetic key access, CCTV cameras in common areas and continuous surveillance.
Nothing essential is missing in the rooms: air conditioning, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, minibar and coffee machine, for a comfortable stay in the heart of the capital.
Relais Orso occupies a 17th-century palazzo in the Piazza Navona district, one of the most history-rich areas of Rome’s centre, among cobbled alleys, artisan workshops and historic restaurants. Just steps away are the Chiostro del Bramante and the outdoor tables of the cafés that keep the area lively at all hours of the day, while the restaurant Vicolo88 is located literally beneath the property, 7 metres away.
The location makes it possible to reach most of the main attractions on foot: Piazza Navona is 350 metres away, Castel Sant’Angelo 450 metres, and the Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna around 900 metres. The Pantheon is 600 metres away, while Campo de’ Fiori is 650 metres. For those arriving by train, Flaminio station is 1.3 km away and Roma San Pietro 1.6 km; the Spagna and Lepanto metro stations are just over 1 km away. Ciampino and Fiumicino airports are 13 km and 18 km away respectively.
Guests staying here can spend their days strolling through historic squares, visiting the museums of Palazzo Venezia and Palazzo Braschi, or spending evenings among the venues of Via dei Condotti, an 8-minute walk away. The area is particularly lively in spring and autumn, when mild temperatures encourage long walks among the monuments, while in summer the hotel’s panoramic terrace offers a privileged viewpoint over the city’s rooftops at sunset.
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Guests particularly praise the location, with a score of 9.5, and the staff, rated 9.1. Cleanliness and room comfort are also highly appreciated. The value for money, while still positive at 8.0, is the relatively lowest score among the reviewed categories.
Relais Orso is located at Via Dell’Orso 88, in the Piazza Navona district of Rome, around 200 metres from the square itself and 600 metres from the Pantheon.
No, Relais Orso does not allow pets during the stay.
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Yes, Relais Orso requires a minimum age of 18 for check-in.
No, Relais Orso does not offer free or reserved parking for guests.
Relais Orso does not accept cash payments: a credit card is required, which must also be shown at check-in along with an identity document.
Yes, Relais Orso is located around 200-350 metres from Piazza Navona, in the heart of Rome’s historic centre, also within walking distance of Castel Sant’Angelo and the Pantheon.
