HOTELS Hotel Casa Monti Roma - The Contemporary Revival of the Roman Empire

Hotel Casa Monti Roma - The Contemporary Revival of the Roman Empire

Jan. 8, 2025

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Rome Italy West Europe
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Rome's Casa Monti has been created as a contemporary interpretation of how Ancient Roman patricians might have lived today if history had taken a different path.

Inside these walls, you can imagine yourself as part of the upper class of Roman society and celebrate life with an abundance of colors, mouthwatering food, and Italian wine.

The five-star hotel spans six floors in the oldest district of Rome, and it's located in a historic noble palace. The nineteenth-century building, with its facade classified as a monument, is among uneven cobblestones, antique shops, art galleries, and old bookshops in Rome's Monti district.

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Casa Monti Roma

The exterior of Casa Monti - Photo by Jerome Galland

The "alla Romana" style was cooked up by French interior and furniture designer Laura Gonzalez. Her iconic and bold style reigns over 36 rooms, including 10 unique suites and communal spaces like the spa and the restaurant.

Casa Monti Roma Lounge

Photo by Jerome Galland

The queen of colors is celebrated for her expert blending of materials, patterns, wallpapers, and fabrics.

Casa Monti Roma Bar

Photo by Jerome Galland

You can find references to the Roman houses that inspired the interior designer in every little detail.

Casa Monti Ristorante

Casa Monti Ristorante

Photo by Jerome Galland

At the entrance of Casa Monti Restaurant, rattan chairs, and wooden tables surround a scenic ceramic fireplace in shades of blue and green, created by the artist Giuseppe Ducrot.

Simple, fresh, and tasty. The restaurant at Casa Monti takes recipes from the Roman Empire and prepares them using ingredients from the local farmers' market.

Casa Monti Restaurant Terrace

Photo by Jerome Galland

The restaurant's terrace on Via Cemarra overlooks the district's buildings, which are full of prideful patina.

Their specialty is fresh homemade pasta paired with fine Italian wines on a sunlit terrace for an authentic Dolce Vita experience.

Casa Monti Corridor Roman Wallpaper

Roman Empire inspired wallpapers - Photo by Jerome Galland

Casa Monti Rooftop Bar

Rooftop bar - Photo by Jerome Galland

Going upstairs, you reach the rooftop bar, which is decorated with colorful frescoes. The bar serves cocktails and offers an unprecedented view of Rome.

Casa Monti Room Door

Photo by Jerome Galland

Casa Monti Chambre

Photo by Jerome Galland

The rooms and suites are covered with soft Pierre Frey carpets.

Casa Monti Roman Civilization Inspired Clothes

Photo by Jerome Galland

Casa Monti Hotel Suite 403

Suite 403 - Photo by Manfredi Gioacchini

Roman Suite

Casa Monti Roman Suite

Photo by Jerome Galland

The hotel celebrates the neighborhood's uniqueness by showcasing masterpieces of antiques, local crafts, and art.

Casa Monti Roman Suite Bathroom

Photo by Jerome Galland

The bathrooms have hand-painted terracotta tiles created by the Sicilian Studio Le Nid, while classic cream-colored travertine limestone is used for the floors.

Casa Monti Roman Suite Living Room

Photo by Jerome Galland

Casa Monti Roman Suite Private Terrace

Photo by Jerome Galland

Spa

Casa Monti Spa

Photo by Jerome Galland

On the fifth floor, the spa is designed with marble, golden tiles, and amphorae (ancient jars) and offers treatments using Susanne Kaufmann's skincare products.

Casa Monti Spa Loungers

Photo by Jerome Galland

Casa Monti Spa Roman-Style Hot Tub

Photo by Jerome Galland

The Casa Monti spa embodies the atmosphere of ancient Roman baths.

Casa Monti Spa Hot Tub & Terrace

Photo by Jerome Galland


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Via Panisperna, 210/212, 00184 Roma RM, Italy


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