A modern classic close to the Vatican
You can walk to the Vatican from Starhotels Michaelangelo, so if you’re planning on exploring the Sistine Chapel and the glorious Vatican Gardens, this could be a great base for you. It’s in the Aurelio area of Rome, a more residential area than others, where there are neighbourhood pizzerias to find.
The hotel’s restaurant, The Dome, is a sophisticated place for a modern Roman dinner. There’s also a bar, exclusive to hotel guests, where you can wind up a day reflecting on what you’ve seen and done over a glass of delicious Italian wine.
The updated rooms still have classic decorative touches that somehow just work in Rome. Black-and-white murals of cityscapes above the beds serve as a welcome reminder of your location, especially if you’re not in one of the rooms with a view of St Peter’s Basilica. View or no view, you’ll soon be tempted out of your guest room and back on to the streets of Rome for more Italian adventures through the city.
What Starhotels Michelangelo has to offer
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- Restaurant
Find out more about Vatican Prati
Prati’s wide, tree-lined streets and stylish boutiques make it a delight to explore. Via Cola di Rienzo is a shopping haven, offering everything from Italian fashion to artisanal goods. Nearby, Castel Sant’Angelo provides superb views and a glimpse into Rome’s imperial past. Often ignored by Rome’s visitors altogether, this area is a haven of under-the-radar treasures – it’s also within easy walking distance of the Vatican, so you can’t go wrong.
Dining here is a feast for the senses. Enjoy Roman classics at local trattorias or opt for modern Italian cuisine at chic restaurants. Get to know the piazzas, the coffee shops, and the gelato shops off the main tourist paths, like Piazza Cavour, Gianfornaio, and Neve di Latte. Close to the historic centre yet quieter, this charming area – that often gets overlooked by tourists – offers a perfect balance of culture and relaxation in the Eternal City.