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Largo Febo 2, Rome, Italy, 00187

Bio Hotel Raphael - Relais & Chateaux, 5-star sustainable hotel near Piazza Navona

Located on Via del Corso, Bio Hotel Raphael offers sustainable luxury with solar-powered restructuring and green building principles. The hotel features the rooftop Mater Terrae restaurant, serving organic vegan and biodynamic cuisine with 360-degree views of Rome. Designed by architect Richard Meier, the property includes Carrara marble, oak wood, and Nero Portoro finishes. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Piazza Navona and Castel Sant'Angelo. Affiliated with Relais & Chateaux, it holds certifications for environmental protection and worker safety.

Additional perks of the hotel

Rooftop restaurant Mater Terrae with 360-degree city views

Organic, biodynamic, and gluten-free fine-dining menu

Concierge service for restaurant bookings and event tickets

Facade covered in American vine, wisteria, and bougainvillea

Film location for historical cinema productions

Integrated Management System for environmental and safety standards

Rooms

The hotel offers 50 rooms, including 10 suites and 10 executive suites, designed with a mix of classic and modern elements. Richard Meier-designed rooms feature oak furnishings and free wired internet. Suites include separate living areas, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and safes. Bathrooms come with Bulgari toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers.

Other conveniences

Soundproofed rooms with terraces available

Free wired internet in all rooms

Minibars and flat-screen TVs with cable channels

Private bathrooms with hairdryers

Air conditioning and heating in all rooms

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

Deluxe Suite

Max:

4 persons

360 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Executive Suite

Max:

2 persons

390 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

260 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Air conditioning

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Rome 1.2 mi

Airports

Ciampino (CIA) 10.9 mi

Fiumicino (FCO) 17.7 mi

Train

Roma San Pietro Train Station 1.0 mi

Underground

Spagna metro4000 ft

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Airport shuttle
Pet amenities available
Room service
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

Massage

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Hotel Location

Largo Febo 2, Rome, Italy, 00187

Map view

Largo Febo 2, Rome, Italy, 00187

City landmarks

Fountain

Trevi Fountain

3700 ft

Square

Colosseum

1.6 mi

Church

St. Peter's Basilica

1.1 mi

Museum

Vatican Museums

1.3 mi

Square

Saint Peter's Square

4900 ft

Landmark

Roman Forum

4900 ft

Cemetery

Altar of the Fatherland

4200 ft

Square

Piazza Venezia

3700 ft

Square

Spanish Steps

5000 ft

Landmark

Piazza di Spagna

4000 ft

Bridge

Castel Sant'Angelo

2100 ft

Square

Campo de' Fiori

2100 ft

Square

Piazza del Popolo

1.0 mi

Square

Largo di Torre Argentina

2100 ft

Landmark

Vatican City

1.1 mi

Church

Sistine Chapel

1.1 mi

Church

Church of the Gesu

3300 ft

Museum

Capitoline Museums

4600 ft

Bridge

St. Angelo Bridge

2100 ft

Church

Santa Maria in Trastevere

2100 ft

Square

Piazza Barberini

4100 ft

Landmark

Circus Maximus

1.1 mi

Gallery

Doria Pamphilj Gallery

3100 ft

Museum

Borghese Gallery and Museum

1.4 mi

Landmark

Theatre of Marcellus

4400 ft

Museum

National Museum of Palazzo Venezia

4000 ft

Landmark

Palatine Hill

1.6 mi

Nearby

Church

Pantheon

1900 ft

Landmark

Piazza Navona

600 ft

Church

Church of Saint Louis the French

1200 ft

Restaurants

Mimi e coco

1000 ft

Via del Governo Vecchio 72

Bernini Restaurant

300 ft

Piazza Navona 44

Mater Terrae

300 ft

Largo Febo 2 Bio Hotel Raphael

Osteria dell' Anima

200 ft

Via Santa Maria dell'Anima

saltimbocca

600 ft

Via di Tor Millina 5

Ristorante Mamu

200 ft

Piazza di Tor Sanguigna 12

Quelli de' Coronari

200 ft

Via Dei Coronari 233

Caffetteria-Bistrot Chiostro del Bramante

600 ft

Via Arco della Pace 5 Chiesa di Santa Maria della Pace

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

94%

loved it & would return

greatLocation

friendlyStaff

overpricedRooms

poorVentilation

9.4/10

Perfect

Rooms

6.5

Location

9.4

Service

8.6

Dining

6.8

Sarah

United States, April 2024

7.8/10

My stay at this hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms, while having a small balcony and spacious bathrooms, felt overpriced for their size. The upstairs bedroom had a low ceiling and lacked proper ventilation. The service was mostly friendly and helpful, with the exception of one grumpy staff member. The location was great, close to Piazza Navona and surrounded by charming streets and piazzas. The dining experience exceeded my expectations, offering top-quality ingredients and delicious options, though the price may not have been justified. Overall, a decent place with a few drawbacks but in a prime location.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are an excellent choice with sizable bathrooms.

Service

8.0

The service was mostly polite and helpful, with one exception.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, with many dining options and nearby tourist sites.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was much better than expected, with high-quality ingredients.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent.

greatLocation

overpricedRooms

David

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.4/10

The hotel has surprising room sizes at first, some with unpleasant graffiti, but the suite I stayed in was gorgeous and suitable for families at a reasonable price. The service was excellent, even though they could provide more up-to-date information like weather forecasts. The location is fabulous, right in the heart of Rome without feeling overwhelmed by tourists. The dining options were good, though the breakfast room was too small. Overall, a wonderful stay with great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The suite I stayed in was gorgeous and fit for purpose.

Service

8.0

The service was spectacular, with the staff always ready to assist.

Location

9.0

The location is fabulous, right in the heart of Rome but quiet and not overcrowded.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were good, although the breakfast room was too small.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offers various services like room service and car hire.

Jason

United States, March 2024

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the room had a unique architectural design, it looked a bit worn. The price seemed steep for what was offered, but the staff at the reception were helpful in showing us around.

Rooms

6.0

The room had a unique architectural design but looked a bit worn. The staff explained everything to us during our stay.

Service

9.0

The service was fabulous, with the staff being extremely helpful and gracious in assisting with various arrangements.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect, close to many points of interest and remarkable restaurants within walking distance. The staff's local recommendations added to the experience.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a bit underwhelming, not meeting the expected standard for a quality hotel. However, the cappuccino and fresh orange juice were highlights.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were okay, with room for improvement to reach a higher level of satisfaction.

Agnes

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.6/10

During my 4-night stay at the Hotel Raphael between Christmas and New Years, I found the smallest Relais & Chateaux room I've ever stayed in. The service was lovely, especially at the reception desk, and the location was superb being just steps from Piazza Navona. However, the rooms were very poor for a Relais & Chateaux standard.

Rooms

5.0

The room shown to us by the reception staff was the smallest I've experienced in a Relais & Chateaux property.

Service

9.0

The staff at the reception desk were amazingly helpful and charming, providing excellent customer service.

Location

10.0

The location of the hotel was superb, allowing us to walk to all major attractions easily and enjoy outstanding restaurants off the beaten path near Piazza Navona.

Dining

7.0

Despite the high room rate, the dining experience was good with a wide choice of fresh organic ingredients.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers various services like room service, car hire, and tours/ticket assistance, enhancing the overall stay.

Liam

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.4/10

The hotel was lovely with very nice amenities, but the rooms were so hot it was almost unbearable. The service was wonderful, attention to detail was great, and the location was excellent. The dining experience was gourmet. Overall, a great stay but with room for improvement.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were so hot it was almost unbearable, with low ceiling and no ventilation.

Service

9.0

The service was wonderful, and the staff was very helpful.

Location

8.0

The location was excellent, just 1 block from Piazza Navonna but quiet.

Dining

7.0

The dining was gourmet but could have been better.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities were top-notch, with great amenities.

Ben

United Kingdom, September 2023

8.0/10

The hotel had a few drawbacks, like unattractive and dated rooms, but our stay was made pleasant by the impeccable cleanliness and tidiness. The staff were wonderful, offering a great start to our day with fantastic service and even recommending a lovely breakfast spot nearby. The central location was a real highlight, making it easy to walk to all the key Roman landmarks. The dining options were average overall, but the concierge did suggest a nice cafe for espresso.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, albeit unattractive and somewhat depressing looking, were always perfectly clean and tidy when we return to our room.

Service

9.0

The staff were wonderful, offering great attention and service. They even recommended a very nice breakfast place nearby.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is phenomenal, less than 10 minutes walk from just about every key Roman landmark, making it a superb choice for exploring Rome.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were very average for a hotel at this level, but the concierge's local recommendation for a cafe was a nice touch.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided were adequate for our stay.

Jane

United Kingdom, August 2023

8.6/10

The hotel's location was perhaps its best feature, being right next to Piazza Navona but on a quiet street next to all the restaurants, with a cozy and comfortable room that had a slight odor issue but quickly dissipated. The service was top-notch, incredibly nice and attentive, making the stay feel five-star. The dining experience offered excellent and sophisticated options, though there was room for improvement. The location itself was super, perfect for exploring the historic center of Rome. The facilities were well-equipped and satisfying overall.

Rooms

8.0

The room was truly unique, well thought out with a cozy and clean atmosphere, but there was a slight odor issue that cleared quickly.

Service

9.0

The service was incredibly nice, attentive, and of five-star quality.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was perfect, nestled in a quiet street next to Piazza Navona, just off the bustling historic center of Rome.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was outstanding, offering a sophisticated range of food options, although there were minor disappointments.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided were satisfying and met the needs of guests effectively.

cozy rooms

minor odor issue

Randy

United States, May 2023

7.6/10

I found the hotel to be a comfortable stay with spacious rooms. Although the rooms tended to get a bit hot in the evening, the range of modern and classical options was impressive. The design by Richard Meier added a unique touch, but the small and dark feel was a downside. The location was fantastic, right in the heart of Rome but still quiet, offering a perfect setting for exploring the city. The service was friendly and helpful, though a bit more up-to-date information would have enhanced the experience. The dining experience had its highs and lows, with delicious options but a rather unpleasant breakfast room. Overall, a nice stay with a few areas that could be improved.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although a bit hot in the evening, were large and varied with modern and classical designs. The Richard Meier touch was interesting, but the small and dark feel was a downside.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly and helpful, just lacking a bit in up-to-date information. English-speaking staff made communication easy.

Location

9.0

The location was perfect, steps away from a beautiful plaza ideal for evening strolls. Close to many attractions and dining options.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were a mix of amazing dishes and disappointments like cold eggs and unpleasant breakfast settings.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities to make your stay comfortable. Whether it's room service, car hire, or laundry, they have you covered.