"I’m extremely honored to have been appointed General Manager of the Splendide Royal. Having spent many years of my career in other Roman hotels I was always fascinated by the name and the history of this very special place. I would’ve never imagined having the opportunity to lead this property and its team, but I had often dreamed of doing so!

A Sicilian native, now living in Tuscany and working in Rome, these three unique Italian regions have become a part of me. Every time I commute from Rome to Florence is like the first time; I love watching all the charming places, country corners and hills roll by from my train window.

In Italy we use the sentence “Roma è Roma” (“Rome is Rome”) which simply gives in three words the countless things the Eternal City can share with you. The Splendide Royal is part of Rome’s magic, and I am so delighted to have the opportunity to launch the new chapter of this iconic hotel.

Here at our boutique hotel, a quiet and romantic oasis within the vibrant city, we offer unique experiences, amazing views and a truly heartfelt welcome. Our goal is to make each guest feel completely at ease, and through a series of small, special moments created by each member of our staff, we are able to provide your clients with a home away from home in the Eternal City.”
 

— Daniele Carta
General Manager, Hotel Splendide Royal

The Hotel Splendide Royal is rich in history. Dating back to the late 1800s, the property belonged to the noble Ludovisi Boncompagni families, from which various Popes of the time also descended. What is today an elegant hotel lobby was once a place to store the carriages ridden by these elite members of society to many a lavish reception. Eventually, the estate was sold to the Maronite community, where it became their monastery.

In 2001, Dr. Roberto Naldi decided to renovate part of the monastery, giving life to the new Hotel Splendide Royal with 69 rooms and suites. Now, after 20 years of success, Dr. Naldi has expanded the property by adding a ‘boutique wing’ comprised of 16 new suites. A small hotel within the hotel, the boutique wing stands out for its contemporary, modern luxury and the utmost exclusivity and privacy. At the entrance to the boutique wing, there is a painting that reads “virtus sibi praemium” or “excellence is a reward in itself”, which perfectly encapsulates the essence of this new project.

There are of course many reasons to stay at the Splendide apart from the beautiful rooms and suites. For example, Mirabelle, the hotel’s gourmet restaurant located on the seventh floor, is considered one of the best restaurants in Rome. It also boasts incredible views that span from Villa Medici and Trinità dei Monti all the way to St. Peter’s Cathedral. For even more expansive views, guests can take things up a notch with some sky-high cocktails at Adèle Mixology Lounge on the eighth floor, a coveted place to watch the sunset over the Eternal City.