QUESTION: Can you recommend a romantic boutique hotel in Rome? I am spending a weekend there with my girlfriend, who is studying in London, and feel the need to impress. - Rowan Hills
ANSWER: You have plenty of choice in stylish Rome, but the trendiest option may well be the Hotel Art. (www.hotelart.it) Located close to the Spanish Steps, it was built in a historic palazzo which used to house a school. Dine in the former chapel and enjoy cocktails mixed in front of the altar. If her penchant is for modern makeovers of iconic buildings, you will be on to a winner. For a more intimate experience, try the Casa Howard nearby (www.casahoward.com). Two converted flats provide five luxurious, if rather eccentric, rooms, while a Turkish bath is an unexpected bonus. For an African feel, book the black and white Zebra Room. For a larger, although decidedly avant-garde establishment, try the Ripa Hotel (www.ripahotel.com) With its simple, minimalist style it stands out in the prime Trastevere district, which is close to the Vatican and other historical landmarks.
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