Sir Rocco Forte is establishing a new group of European luxury hotels, and the Hotel de Russie is his finest.

Located in the heart of Rome, next to the Piazza del Popolo, it dates back to 1816. Picasso, Cocteau and other artists appreciated the elegance and spaciousness of the building with its great courtyard and terraced gardens. In summer, drinks, lunch and dinner are served outside or in the bar and restaurant. It has 122 classically furnished bedrooms; many with restful garden views. A wonderful health spa offers hydrotherapy, beauty treatments and a gym (additional charges payable locally).