Rome’s Best Neighborhoods for Hotels in 2026: Updated Picks

Strategic Overview

Picking the right base in Rome matters more in 2026 than ever. Luxury openings and hotels-as-destinations are reshaping the city’s stay experience, while pricing diverges by tier—five-star rates fell just 1.1% through Aug 2025 versus a nearly 20% average drop citywide, signaling resilience at the top end (Lighthouse 2026 trends). Rising visitor taxes and AI-enabled discovery also push savvy travelers to decide by neighborhood fit and on-property value (Hotels as destinations analysis).