Rome Ambasciatori Palace
Neo-Renaissance palace exterior meets contemporary Italian apartment interiors. Warm tones, natural marble, parquet floors, bespoke Italian artisan details throughout. Theatrical public spaces — the Liberty-style marble staircase in the lobby is the centerpiece — but rooms are residential and calm. La Dolce Vita nostalgia with modern luxury execution.
Charlie's Rooftop Bar is open to non-guests — head up for sunset aperitivo with Rome skyline views. DJ sets kick off at 6:30pm daily.
Why It Matters
One of Rome's most historically significant hotel buildings, sitting on the street made famous by Fellini's La Dolce Vita. Opened in 1905 as an ambassador residence, served as the US Embassy Library for nearly 50 years, then reopened in 2023 after a complete gut renovation. Rates start from €745/night.
This is the building that used to house ambassadors on Via Veneto — the street Fellini immortalized in La Dolce Vita — and it still feels like the center of something. Originally constructed in 1900 by architect Carlo Busiri Vici, it served as the US Embassy Library from 1946 to 1993 before reopening in May 2023 after a full renovation as the InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace. The interiors are the work of IA Interior Architects, drawing on genuine Italian materials and Roman craft: brass handles shaped like fluted Roman columns, leather-crafted headboards, 160 rooms across seven floors that feel more like private apartments than hotel rooms. No pool, but the rooftop bar at the top of the building draws both guests and Romans.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
Classic Room
At ~20 sqm, these are the entry-level rooms — compact but well-executed. Wood floors, designer furniture made in Italy, warm-tone fabrics. The marble bathroom has a waterfall shower and soft cotton towels. Honest about the trade-off: you're paying for the address, not square footage. Everything works.
20 sqm
Junior Suite
~36 sqm with wood floors, custom Italian designer furniture, and a dedicated reading nook — a detail that makes a real difference for longer stays. The marble bathroom with gold veining includes both waterfall shower and bathtub. Option to add a balcony overlooking the city. The reading corner alone elevates this above a standard room upgrade.
36 sqm
Premium Room
At ~28 sqm, significantly more breathing room than the Classic. The bathroom upgrades to white marble with gold veining and offers either waterfall shower or bathtub depending on configuration. Available in two flavors: Via Veneto view or Via Veneto with balcony. The balcony option is worth the extra spend for that particular street.
28 sqm
Suite
The top residential tier at ~47 sqm, with two genuinely separate areas: king bedroom on one side, living area with sofa on the other. Marble bathroom with gold veining features waterfall shower and bathtub. The Suite with terrace option brings outdoor living into the picture. At this size the apartment feel is fully realized.
King · 47 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
On-site art gallery within the hotel. Anita Lounge has art catalogues on display and the hotel's interiors include rotating art pieces.
Daily live DJ sets from 6:30pm on the sixth-floor rooftop bar, with panoramic views over Rome and Via Veneto. Open to guests and non-guests alike.
The full MCP Beauty & Wellness treatment menu is available delivered directly to your room or suite — not just the spa treatment rooms. Useful for Suite guests who want to stay put.
1,399 sq ft (130 sqm) of conference and meeting space capable of accommodating up to 150 people. Laptop workstations and business facilities available.
Charlie's Rooftop can be fully privatized for corporate events, conferences, presentations, cocktail parties, and networking events. Two outdoor terraces can be modularly covered for all-season use. Food and beverage fully customizable.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Complimentary WiFi throughout the property including all guest rooms.
The hotel does not have a pool.
Tour/ticket assistance, tour booking, and personalized city recommendations.
Pets welcome in rooms but not in restaurants or bars. Daily fee €20–35 based on pet size, plus €70 extra cleaning fee.
Premium pillow selection available on request in all rooms.
Italian coffee capsule machine supplied daily in all rooms.
Certified by Green Key for sustainability. Minimizes single-use plastics, uses sustainable materials, efficient water and energy systems.
External parking with hotel pick-up and delivery. Prices from €50/day depending on vehicle size. Minimum 30-minute advance notice required for car retrieval.
Fully equipped gym on the mezzanine floor with cutting-edge cardio machines and strength training equipment. Open 24/7 independently from the spa.
Treatment rooms on the mezzanine floor. Biologique Recherche facial partner. Open daily 10am–7pm. Book via spa@ic-rome.com for 20% advance discount.
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