Rome’s New Six Senses Is One of many Metropolis’s Most Distinctive Lodges — Right here’s Why

Rome is a metropolis identified extra for historic allure and a enjoyable, carefree life-style than for contemporary design and wellness, so the arrival of the wellness and sustainability-focused model Six Senses has made fairly a splash within the metropolis’s hospitality scene. Opened in spring 2023 within the historic Palazzo Salviati Cesi Mellini on the bustling By way of del Corso, it instantly turned the discuss of the city. As the primary city Six Senses and the primary in Italy, it’s additionally a giant deal for the model — a part of IHG Lodges & Resorts.

On a latest afternoon spent soaking and sweating within the lodge’s peaceable Roman Baths, I used to be struck by how distinctive the Six Senses Rome is within the metropolis. As a journey author based mostly in Rome, I’m intimately aware of town’s five-star lodges — and no different lodge within the historic heart has a spa like this.

However even earlier than you get to the spa, the very first thing that makes an impression is the lodge’s glossy trendy design. Whereas town’s different lodges might really feel extra historically Roman, the Six Senses is stuffed with refined touches that root it within the Everlasting Metropolis. Patricia Urquiola, the acclaimed architect behind the design, drew inspiration from the traditional Villa of Livia to create a digital mural behind the reception desk, embedded mosaics within the flooring of BIVIUM restaurant and the spa, and liberally used travertine, the ever-present native stone. The abundance of potted vegetation sprinkled all through the foyer lounge, the floor-to-ceiling glass, and the low seating preparations might make the lodge really feel prefer it belongs in Los Angeles, however make no mistake: Rome has advanced numerous occasions for greater than 2,700 years, and it’s evolving once more.

“After virtually three a long time away from my hometown, it’s a pleasure and an honor to return to guide such an unimaginable mission that represents each my private philosophy and a beautiful alternative for town of Rome,” Francesca Tozzi, the lodge’s basic supervisor, advised Journey + Leisure. “Rome, town of everlasting magnificence, has been for much too lengthy a ‘layover vacation spot’ in Italy, relating to high-end tourism. However now, with our opening and lots of extra to return, the way forward for town is wanting shiny. Rome, identical to Paris or London, is about to grow to be an important vacation spot for experiential journey on the highest degree.”

I couldn’t agree extra. That’s why I checked in as one of many lodge’s first company when it opened final 12 months and returned subsequently to soak within the Roman baths and sip a inventive tackle an Aperol Spritz on the rooftop bar. Learn on for every part it is advisable to know in regards to the Six Senses Rome.

The Rooms

The 96 rooms and suites are trendy and minimalist. That includes a impartial palette of sandy beige and muted grey with pure supplies like wooden, cotton textiles, and travertine, they really feel soothing—a welcome haven from the busy road outdoors. They vary in dimension from about 300 sq. ft for a Basic room to 1,356 sq. ft plus an outside terrace that’s greater than 1,000 sq. ft within the Lata Suite, which has two bedrooms, two loos, and a spacious lounge.

Meals and Drink

The Roman affect on the lodge continues within the restaurant, and followers of the Six Senses model will discover acquainted wholesome choices. The breakfast buffet at BIVIUM contains detox juices and indulgent tiramisu croissants. (One factor you received’t discover is smoked salmon, which isn’t sustainable.) Within the night, you may eat scrumptious pizzas and pasta, sustainably sourced fish, and meat. At NOTOS rooftop, incredible metropolis heart views include cocktails and lightweight bites.

Actions and Facilities

Six Senses Rome has a strong schedule of actions which can be supplied on a every day or weekly foundation. Throughout my keep, I did a therapeutic sound tub meditation. Visitors may do yoga, sustainability excursions, olive oil tastings, fermentation, recycled paper card workshops, pure colour drawing workshops, and stretching classes. 

The Spa

In step with the model’s emphasis on wellness, the Six Senses Rome boasts an enormous spa unfold over two flooring. There are therapy rooms for massages and a correct Moroccan-style hammam; a nail salon; a studio for yoga, meditation, and sound baths; biohacking gear like compression boots and a collagen-boosting face masks; an alchemy bar, the place company can be taught to make salves and scrubs; and the Roman Baths, a circuit of swimming pools, saunas, and a steam room at numerous temperatures, impressed by historical Roman baths with a tepidarium, caldarium, and frigidarium.

Household-friendly Choices

Youngsters are welcomed with numerous facilities, together with drawing books and pencils, backpacks, cookies, and one free scoop of gelato every day. They’ll take part in actions like yoga for youths and mocktail-making courses. The lodge’s Visitor Expertise Makers may manage family-friendly excursions of town’s points of interest.

Accessibility and Sustainability

Six Senses is on a mission to get rid of plastic from all its lodges, so that you received’t discover any single-use plastic right here. On the Earth Lab, interactive talks and workshops educate company in regards to the lodge’s sustainability efforts. As a part of the model’s mission to present again to the local people, it’s additionally restored the façade of the adjoining Church of San Marcello al Corso.

Location

The lodge is centrally positioned on the bustling By way of del Corso, the principle thoroughfare from Piazza del Popolo to Piazza Venezia. From right here, getting round Rome on foot or by taking taxis, the metro, or buses is straightforward. The Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon are every a couple of five-minute stroll away. The Colosseum is a couple of 20-minute stroll or 15-minute taxi experience away. The world tends to get crowded with foot visitors, however the Six Senses is a serene retreat the place you may neglect in regards to the crowds outdoors.

The way to Get the Most Worth Out of Your Keep

IHG One Rewards members can earn or redeem factors throughout a keep at Six Senses Rome by reserving by way of IHG.com. The lodge can also be a member of Nice Lodges and Resorts, Virtuoso, Internova, and Signature, amongst others, and has associated advantages.