International Openings – Gran Meliá Rome, Rome, Italy
Set within the Orti Domiziani gardens on the banks of the Tiber, this urban resort is a five-minute walk from the Vatican and St Peter's Basilica. The hotel has been developed within the historical Villa Agrippina, with interior design inspired by ancient Rome.
Opened 1 April
Owner Meliá Hotels International
General manager Francesco Ascani
Executive chef Alfonso Iaccarino
Interior designer Studio Transit
Bedrooms 116
Facilities include Vivavoce restaurant serving Mediterranean food, Liquid Garden poolside bar and lounge, Nectar cocktail bar, Lunae terrace and YHI Wellness area.
Rate from €327.27 (£267.67), based on two people per night
AddressGran Meliá Rome Villa Agrippina, Via del Gianicolo 4, 00165, Roma, Italy
Telephone 00 39 06 925901
Websitewww.gran-melia-rome.com