This spring, Rocco Forte Hotels is delighted to announce the opening of two new stunning Italian properties in Puglia and Rome.
A spectacular new resort in Puglia on the shores of the Adriatic coast, Masseria Torre Maizza, opened on 1st May 2019. An original 16th-century masseria that has been renovated to an exceptional standard under the expert eye of Olga Polizzi, the resort marries contemporary chic with thoughtful artisanal details. Groups can enjoy an unforgettable cocktail party at the rooftop bar, a magnificent dinner at the hotel’s fine dining Italian restaurant or even an al fresco dining experience in the idyllic Garden Pergola. The hotel is also the perfect base from which to explore Puglia’s famous white-washed towns, such as Ostuni and Monopoli.
Hotel de la Ville in Rome is our second hotel opening in May. Positioned at the top of the Spanish Steps, with views over Piazza di Spagna and the ochre rooftops of Rome, it couldn’t be better located for guests wishing to discover Rome’s most iconic sights. Inspired by the Grand Tour, the elegant hotel’s original 18th-century features are incorporated within a glamorous and contemporary interior envisaged by Olga Polizzi and acclaimed architect Tommaso Ziffer. With six restaurants and bars to choose from, groups will be able to enjoy a small, intimate dinner in the secret courtyard or a lively cocktail reception at the stunning rooftop bar with its sweeping, citywide views. They’ll also be able to take full advantage of the extraordinary, state-of-the-art spa, which even includes a Mediterranean Salt Inhalation Room.
Book a group stay at Hotel de la Villa or Masseria Torre Maizza by emailing or calling:
Charles Williams II ∙ Director of Global Groups and Events Sales, East Coast ∙ cowilliams@roccofortehotels.com ∙ 917 601 0630
Mary Geong ∙ Director of Global Sales, C&I West Coast, Leisure NW & Western Canada ∙ mgeong@roccofortehotels.com ∙ 415 896 4055
Kim Bradford ∙ Director of Global Sales, C&I Groups & Incentives, Midwest ∙ kbradford@roccofortehotels.com ∙ 929 366 5367
Paris is always a good idea. Except, perhaps, when it’s hosting the Olympic Summer Games, and the usual tourist throng looks set to multiply almost prohibitively. Of course, the Games are exciting, but if wading through crowds feels like a marathon effort, try a cultural relay around one of these stunning European cities instead.
As the gentle glow of each ornate chandelier begins to dim, a hush descends upon the audience before an all-consuming world of tragedy and triumph unfolds. Both exhilarating and deeply moving, a night at the opera has the distinct power to evoke emotion, while offering a unique insight into a perhaps unfamiliar city.
Journey through Europe’s symphony of unmissable opera houses, each steeped in history and grandeur.
They say the lobby is the beating heart of any hotel; where first impressions linger, inspiring journeys begin and end, and friends and lovers reunite. Upon entering Hotel de Rome, an immediate sense of calm is restored, as light pours in from the glass atrium and plants and palms breathe new life into the space. Olga Polizzi, Director of Design at Rocco Forte Hotels, shares her inspiration behind the hotel lobby’s new look.
