Rome with children is an adventure: gladiators, fountains, gelato and pizza. The secret is a hotel that gives everyone a little space – and ideally a garden or a pool for the afternoon break.
These five hotels make family life easier, from a resort with a park to a family suite a minute from Piazza Navona.
| # | Hotel | Area | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel ★★★★★ | Monte Mario | Families, Luxury |
| 2 | Hotel de Russie ★★★★★ | Spanish Steps | Couples, Families, Luxury |
| 3 | Hotel Santa Maria | Trastevere | Families, Good value |
| 4 | Singer Palace Hotel | Trevi | Couples, Families |
| 5 | Martis Palace Hotel ★★★★ | Navona & Pantheon | Couples, Families |
How we chose these hotels
We looked for family rooms or suites, space to play – a garden, a courtyard or a pool – and a location that keeps walks short. Family policies, cots and kids’ clubs change, so confirm them when you book. No hotel paid to appear here, and we never quote prices.
1. Rome Cavalieri
The resort option: a large park, outdoor pools and a summer kids’ club on Monte Mario, with connecting rooms for families. The centre is a shuttle or taxi ride away.
- Hotel
- 5-star hotel
- Area
- Monte Mario
- Location
- Via Alberto Cadlolo 101, 00136 Roma
- Best for
- Families, Luxury
Why we like it
- A resort in a park above the city, with views over Rome
- Outdoor pools and an indoor pool, plus a spa
- Summer kids’ club and family-friendly connecting rooms
Good to know
- Outside the historic centre: you will use the hotel shuttle or a taxi
- Kids’ club and outdoor pools are seasonal: confirm dates when booking
2. Hotel de Russie
Central and green: the Secret Garden is a calm place to play, and the Rocco Forte Kids programme looks after babies, children and teens. Villa Borghese park, with its playgrounds, is up the hill.
- Hotel
- 5-star hotel
- Area
- Spanish Steps
- Location
- Via del Babuino 9, 00187 Roma
- Best for
- Couples, Families, Luxury
Why we like it
- Terraced Secret Garden, a rare green oasis in the centre
- Rocco Forte Kids programme for babies, children and teens
- Wellness area with hydropool, sauna and steam bath
Good to know
- One of Rome’s most sought-after hotels: book early for spring and autumn
- Kids’ services and babysitting may carry a supplement: confirm when booking
3. Hotel Santa Maria
A former cloister in Trastevere with rooms around an orange-tree courtyard, spacious multi-bed rooms and free bikes – relaxed and great value for families.
- Hotel
- Boutique hotel
- Area
- Trastevere
- Location
- Vicolo del Piede 2, 00153 Roma
- Best for
- Families, Good value
Why we like it
- Rooms around a peaceful courtyard with orange trees
- Spacious multi-bed rooms that suit families
- Free bicycles for guests
Good to know
- Trastevere is lively until late: light sleepers should ask for a quiet room
- The big sights are a long walk for little legs: plan on trams or taxis
4. Singer Palace Hotel
An Art Deco palazzo near Via del Corso with family room configurations, activities for children and a rooftop for parents – walk to the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain.
- Hotel
- Boutique hotel
- Area
- Trevi
- Location
- Via Alessandro Specchi 10, 00187 Roma
- Best for
- Couples, Families
Why we like it
- Art Deco palazzo in the historic centre, near Via del Corso
- Rooftop terrace and bar with city views
- Family configurations and activities for children
Good to know
- In the busy heart of the centre: expect city noise on the street side
- Family room types are limited: book early and confirm the layout
5. Martis Palace Hotel
Two-bedroom family suites a minute from Piazza Navona, where children can watch the street artists around the fountains; the rooftop has a 360-degree view.
- Hotel
- 4-star hotel
- Area
- Navona & Pantheon
- Location
- Via di San Giuseppe Calasanzio 1, 00186 Roma
- Best for
- Couples, Families
Why we like it
- A minute’s walk from Piazza Navona, close to the Pantheon
- Two-bedroom family suites and connecting rooms
- Rooftop bar with a 360-degree view over the city
Good to know
- With around 25 rooms, the family suites go quickly
- The centre is lively: ask for a quiet room if you sleep lightly
Which one should you choose?
- For a pool and a park: Rome Cavalieri.
- For a garden in the centre: Hotel de Russie.
- For good value and a village feel: Hotel Santa Maria.
- To walk everywhere: Singer Palace Hotel or Martis Palace Hotel.
Tips for Rome with kids
- Book the Colosseum early and turn it into a gladiator story; many children love the arena floor.
- Plan a park break: Villa Borghese has bikes, playgrounds and the Pincio terrace.
- Eat on Roman time, gently: pizza al taglio and gelato make easy, quick meals.
Still choosing an area? Read where to stay in Rome.
