Westin Excelsior Hotel Rome Italy (Hotel Westin Excelsior Rome)

I stayed at the Westin Excelsior Hotel Rome Italy October 2007 with a friend and we used Starwood points. If we had to pay for the room during high season in Rome it would have cost over 1000 Euros. I don't think any hotel room anywhere in the world is worth that kind of money but since we used our points it was free. Our hotel room was large with french doors opening to a balcony. Fresh fruit was in our room upon arrival. The bedding was all down, very fluffy and inviting. It felt like a little heaven at the end of a day of touring Rome. The most comfortable bed I have ever slept in. The large television had some English channels. The bathroom had 2 sinks plus bidet. The shower was my clear favorite, in addition to a high pressure shower there was also a hand held shower that ran at the same time.

The Westin Excelsior Hotel Rome Italy is within walking distance to the Trevi fountain and Spanish steps (Piazza di Spagna). The Metro station is 1 block away and easy to find. I would definitely recommend the Hotel Westin Excelsior and would stay here again myself.

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We stayed in the Westin Excelsior Hotel Rome Italy over valentines weekend during our visit to Rome February 2009 to watch the Irish rugby team take on Italy in the six nations.

On arrival we were informed that our request for an early check in had been granted, which impressed us as it was a big rugby weekend and the hotel had been full booked the previous night.

Our hotel room was cozy and nicely decorated and although we overlooked a side street, we could still had a view of the Via Veneto from our balcony to the left. The pool and gym are located in the basement, it was usually quiet and I had the place to myself, so it did not matter that it was quite small and compact.

Some hotel reviews have mentioned that the Westin Excelsior Hotel staff aren't the most service orientated and I would say that this is true to a certain extent. We had done our research on the internet on where we wanted to go and what to see in Rome so we didn't need the staff's help, but the little interaction that we did have did not overly impress me. There was nothing seriously wrong with the service, only that the staff didn't seem overly interested.

After dinner one evening we decided to have a drink in the hotel bar and discovered that the Irish and Italian rugby teams had been in the hotel for their after match dinner. The G7 leaders had also had their meetings in the ball room the day before, so clearly the Westin Excelsior Hotel books some high-end clients and functions, but 18 Euros for a beer and coke in the lobby bar is a bit steep.

On our last morning I used the hotel's business centre to check in for our flights and print our boarding cards - good value at 3 Euro for the 15 mins I used. This also included free colour printing and use of the telephone to book our car to Fiumicino airport. I found the business centre to be one of the best that I have used on our travels in Italy and Rome.

The hotel is situated in a nice location in Via Veneto and only a short walk to most Rome tourist attractions. We usually walked to the nearby Spagna Metro stop and made our way to the Colosseum before walking past some of the major Rome tourist attractions and museums on our route back to the hotel.

Our reservation included breakfast, which is not always included with other Rome hotel rates, and my advice to those who do not have breakfast included in their rates is to steer clear of the hotel. At 32 Euros per person for a continental breakfast and 42 for a cooked breakfast the Westin Excelsior Hotel Rome Italy have vastly 'overcooked' their food prices. I could imagine that in summer it would be nice to enjoy breakfast on the street terrace overlooking the Via Veneto, but compared to breakfasts I have eaten at other 5 star Rome hotels and hotels around the world, the Westin is a poor second. There are several places on the Via Veneto where you can find a superior breakfast at much lower price.

Overall the Westin Excelsior Hotel Rome Italy is a nice hotel in a good location in Via Veneto and they provided us with a welcoming base from which to explore the interests and beauties of Rome. There are certain issues with staff service, but nothing that would be likely to make your stay in Rome an unpleasant experience. The positives outweigh the negatives and I would most likely stay here again given the opportunity.

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We stayed at the Westin Excelsior Hotel Rome Italy from February 15th through February 21st 2009. We booked on points for the first four nights, received the fifth night "free" and used points for a discounted sixth night rate. We arrived quite early after a long flight to Rome. The hotel was fully booked the previous night, being Valentine's weekend.

From the time we arrived the staff were wonderful. Lauren took care of our check-in and made sure we relaxed with a pot of Italian coffee in the stunning lounge of the palazzo while they prepared our room for our early arrival. She also let us know that they had upgraded our room which now had a view over the Via Veneto. The hotel room had a lovely balcony, crystal chandeliers and was very large. The large marble bath was clean and lovely as well.

All the concierges were friendly and helpful, we felt welcomed and well cared for the whole week. The staff at the hotel Westin Excelsior Rome made our stay in Rome a delight. We didn't eat in the hotel and mostly spent the week touring the Rome sights, usually we only had a pot of coffee in the morning.

There is also a small informal market two blocks around the corner from the hotel for anything you might want or need while touring about Rome. Loved the Westin Excelsior Hotel Rome Italy and the staff!

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Had a great time in Rome. The Westin Excelsior Hotel Rome Italy is in a great location, and slightly away from all the chaos that only Rome can offer. A short stroll and you're already at the top of the spanish steps.

Our suite was amazing, and the service was good. We parked down the street at a garage for a much cheaper rate than the 48 euros per day they wanted. We also had the breakfast buffet one morning, very American with an omelette station, eggs, bacon, potatoes and sausage. Not for the budget traveler though, at 42 euros per person for full access to the buffet, otherwise limited to a continental breakfast for 30 euros. Fine hotel and highly recommended. The great location means the trevi fountain, the spanish steps, and the Rome monuments are only a short walk. Enjoy!
* Liked — Incredible suite and giant walk in closet
* Disliked — Overpriced parking charges

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I am so happy that there is a Westin Excelsior in Rome!

I came to the Westin Excelsior Hotel Rome Italy after not being able to tolerate the hard bed and lack of internet access in our hotel room at the Albergo del Senato Hotel. The Westin is 5 star Hotel in all respects, no complaints. The Hotel is located in the Via Veneto area which is a very upscale neighborhood of Central Rome. They have a heavenly Gym including pool, sauna and turkish bath. Very necessary considering all the good Roman food and Rome restaurants.

The heavenly bed is priceless. Also there is a nice Bar (Italian for Cafeteria) to the right outside the hotel and another right at the second block, which has an awesome breakfast and the best eggplant ever for lunch.

I will definitely be staying at the Westin Excelsior Hotel on our next holiday in Rome.

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We stayed at the Westin Excelsior hotel in Rome for 4 days in October 2008. The hotel is a classic, with refurbished hotel rooms and facilities that make it a grand luxurious hotel. The rooms are good sizes, and the bathrooms are marble or travertine with a good size tub and powerful shower - simply outstanding.

The location of the hotel is the best thing, situated on Via Vittorio Veneto, and only a few minutes walk from major Metro stops at Spagna and Barberini, and you CAN walk from here to many major Rome attractions (everyone walks everywhere in Rome anyway).

We didn't eat at the hotel's restaurant "Doney," so I can't comment. Room service, was efficient, and the quality adequate, though not outstanding (we were hoping for great food from Rome).
Inside the hotel itself is decorated with plenty of art and the landings on each floor are beautifully.

The hotel staff is professional and extremely helpful providing us with information about Rome tourist attractions and travel, plus they gave us an excellent recommendation for a Roman restaurant and the best meal we had in Rome.

You won't be disappointed if you stay at the Hotel Lord Byron Rome Italy - great hotel, and well located in Central Rome.

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