Picolo recommends · Hotel in Rome, Italy
Hotel de Russie
A grand hotel off Piazza del Popolo whose terraced garden of orange trees rises up the slope towards the Pincio.
Hotel de Russie sits on Via del Babuino, steps from Piazza del Popolo at the northern edge of the historic centre. Behind the building, a garden of terraces, citrus trees and paths climbs towards the Pincio, the hill above the square.
Breakfast is served outdoors when the weather allows, and by early evening the garden bar fills with Romans dropping in for an aperitivo. Rooms are light and modern, a calm contrast to the baroque churches outside.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Hotel de Russie
This is our family pick in Rome. The hotel is large enough for children not to feel out of place, the garden gives everyone space to breathe, and the Villa Borghese park is just up the hill.
It sits at the top end of the price scale, and the square marks the northern edge of the centre. Allow around a quarter of an hour on foot to the Pantheon and longer to the Colosseum.
What you get
- Terraced garden with citrus trees
- Used to welcoming families
- Spa
- Restaurant and garden bar
- Breakfast outdoors in season
A day at Hotel de Russie
- Morning
- Breakfast under the orange trees while the square is still empty.
- Midday
- A climb up to the Pincio terrace and on into Villa Borghese.
- Afternoon
- Shopping along Via del Babuino towards the Spanish Steps.
- Evening
- An aperitivo in the garden as Romans arrive after work.
Location
Piazza del Popolo, Rome, Italy
Open in MapsQuestions about Hotel de Russie
Is Hotel de Russie good for families?
Yes. It is our family pick in Rome, with a large garden, space for children and the Villa Borghese park close by.
Where is Hotel de Russie in Rome?
On Via del Babuino next to Piazza del Popolo, on the northern edge of the historic centre and below the Pincio hill.
Can non-guests visit the garden at Hotel de Russie?
The garden bar is popular with Romans for an evening aperitivo. Check with the hotel about current opening times.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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