Visconti Palace Hotel in Rome to Rebrand

Starwood is to expand its Le Méridien brand to Rome, Italy.

Owned and managed by the Toti Group, Le Méridien Visconti Rome is scheduled to debut by the end of this year following an extensive renovation and conversion from the independent Visconti Palace Hotel.

“We look forward to establishing a long-term and mutually beneficial relationship with the Toti Group and thank them for putting their trust in Starwood,” said Michael Wale, President, Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Europe, Africa and Middle East. “We are excited to re-introduce Le Méridien into Italy and unlock ‘The Eternal City’ and its rich culture for our guests and curious-minded travelers.”

Le Méridien Visconti Rome is located in the Prati district near the Vatican, Castel Sant’ Angelo and one of Rome’s premier shopping streets, Via Cola di Rienzo. The hotel is also within walking distance from Piazza di Spagna, Piazza del Popolo, Villa Borghese, Piazza Navona and the Pantheon.

Bringing the romance of Rome to life, the 240-room hotel’s curated culinary offerings will include a rooftop terrace, all-day dining restaurant, breakfast room and bar.

The fitness centre will provide guests the opportunity to experience an invigorating workout.

“We are certain that working with Starwood, which is known for its indisputable experience and capability, will strengthen our know-how in the field of hotel management. Le Méridien Visconti Rome will become a leading example for the hotel industry in Rome, which is a strategic industry for the economic recovery of our country,” said Pierluigi Toti, President of Silvano Toti.

Starwood has a long history of operations in Italy, with 23 hotels in the country today under five of its design-led brands: St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, Sheraton, Westin and Four Points by Sheraton.

Le Méridien Visconti Rome will join four other Starwood hotels in Rome, including The St. Regis Rome, The Westin Excelsior Rome, Sheraton Roma Hotel & Conference Center and Sheraton Golf Parco de’Medici.

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