In the heart of Rome, the Palazzo Ripetta makes for a great balance of historic grandeur and modern luxury. This independent five-star hotel is set on Via di Ripetta within the famed Tridente district, surrounded by iconic landmarks such as Piazza del Popolo and Piazza di Spagna. Constructed in the 17th century, the building has undergone numerous transformations that have reflected Rome's ever-evolving cultural and architectural heritage. Today, it is the place where Palazzo Ripetta is sheltered from art, history, and modern design, offering unforgettable moments spent in the Eternal City.
The story about Palazzo Ripetta appeals no less than its architecture. At the beginning, in 1672, this building was commissioned by Pope Innocent XI for the purpose of being the Conservatorio della Divina Provvidenza, a shelter house for orphaned and unmarried girls. Under the protection of the nuns of St. Dorotea, the conservatory protected with a shelter, education, and vocational training—it is a spot of compassion and empowerment. For centuries, this has evolved into what it is today: a transformation during the middle of the 20th century into a luxury residence under the hands of the Ginobbi family. Architect Luigi Moretti infused the building with the elements of Spanish modernism to give it the inimitable elegance it carries today.
Following major renovations, Palazzo Ripetta reopened its doors in 2022, smoothly weaving its rich history with innovation in design and sustainability. The hotel offers 78 beautifully designed rooms and suites crafted by designer Fausta Gaetani, each manifesting the finest degree of Italian craftsmanship with high-quality fabrics, specially commissioned furniture, and marble features that together create a well-modulated blend of comfort and style for any guest in pure Italian style.
Art and culture inlaid in every single piece of Palazzo Ripetta house an impressive collection of artworks, from ancient Roman artifacts and Baroque masterpieces to contemporary works by famous artists such as Arnaldo Pomodoro and Giacomo Manzù. There is the incomparable Salone Bernini, with its fresco Il Trionfo della Divina Provvidenza by Giacomo Triga, that represents both an historical treasure and a versatile setting for events. From weddings to private parties and business meetings, the hotel's spaces, complemented by the Piazzetta, a serene garden, and a rooftop terrace, elevate each occasion.
Sustainability is the core of Palazzo Ripetta's philosophy: for the hotel, renewable energy, eco-conscious practices, from low-impact air conditioning systems to sustainable materials in construction and amenities, are part of everyday life. This commitment to ethical elegance rhymes with its role as guardian of Rome's cultural and environmental heritage, and means that luxury and responsibility walk hand in hand.
Palazzo Ripetta offers its guests more than a stay; rather, it's a journey through times, art, and culture. Enjoying the breakfast in Piazzetta, where French pastries are served with an Italian touch to their taste, a walk through the iconic places of Rome just steps from here—every moment is carefully crafted. Palazzo Ripetta is not only a hotel but one of the eternal visions of hospitality, where history and modernity are intertwined, making a sojourn in the Eternal City unforgettable.
