From Picasso to the Pantheon: A Tale of Three Artistic Suites

Travel has always been one of life’s great pleasures, where each experience opens the mind and enriches the soul. And while the world’s galleries and monuments hold their own allure, so too do the spaces that reflect their spirit.

Across the Eternal City to the cradle of the Renaissance, discover three remarkable suites where design becomes an art form in itself. Inside, creativity lives in every detail, as if staying in your own private gallery, surrounded by original pieces, and overlooking views that have inspired generations.

Each a celebration of beauty, craftsmanship and the enduring power of art to move and inspire.

The Picasso Suite at Hotel de Russie, Rome

Widely recognised as one of the most influential artists of all time, Pablo Picasso needs little introduction. Known for making an impression, the tables were turned when he fell in love with Rome during a three-month sabbatical in 1917. The Spanish artist made Hotel de Russie his Roman home, where he was known to lean out of the windows to pick oranges from the hotel’s garden.

It seems only fitting, therefore, to honour his legacy with the Picasso Suite, designed to reflect his signature style. A palette of strong colour, rich texture and painterly light creates a muse-worthy scene, while handmade tapestry cushions recall his iconic works. Warm timber floors lead to an elegant marble dining table and a terracotta-toned terrace overlooking the enchanting Secret Garden and Pincian Hill, each scene sure to inspire creativity.

The Artist Suite at Hotel Savoy, Florence

Art, a truly universal language, weaves through Florence like DNA. A simple stroll through its cobblestone streets is akin to a museum visit. The birthplace of the Renaissance, much of its allure lies in the strokes of Michelangelo, the brilliance of da Vinci, and the poetry of Botticelli. The perfect setting then, for Hotel Savoy’s Artist Suite, a canvas where you become part of the city’s narrative. 

Stepping inside feels like entering a gallery, tranquil and luminous, where statues stand in quiet contemplation beside art books and contemporary works. The calm draws you in, even as the life of Piazza della Repubblica unfolds below and the great dome of the Duomo rises just beyond your window.

True to Florence’s ever-evolving creativity, the suite also hosts rotating exhibitions by leading contemporary talents, each piece available to purchase as a lasting memento of your stay.

The De La Ville Penthouse at Hotel De La Ville, Rome

In Rome, art is not confined to galleries but spills onto the streets, where exquisite figures and intricate fountains sculpted by Bernini and his disciples stand proud in the sunlight. The Vatican houses a trove of masterpieces, including Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel, a testament to human creativity. The Colosseum and sprawling Roman Forum invite reflection on the city’s ancient past.

High above the Spanish Steps, the De La Ville Penthouse Suite at Hotel de la Ville commands some of the most captivating views in the Eternal City. Comprising three Signature Suites — the Canova, Roma and De La Ville Suites — this palatial, two-storey retreat is reached by private elevator, ensuring complete seclusion. Interiors reflect the warmth of terracotta rooftops below, balanced by sage and dove grey. Every room is steeped in Roman light, tracing hand-carved mouldings and revealing Pantheon-inspired motifs that thread through the design. Step onto the terrace and the city opens before you. The domes of St Peter’s Basilica and San Carlo al Corso, the striking Il Vittoriano, and the blue smudge of distant hills beyond, all yours to admire, whether over breakfast in the morning sun or an aperitivo as dusk settles over Rome.

In Rome and Florence, our most artful suites invite you to slow down, to look closer, and to see the city through an artist’s eye. Every suite tells a story — we invite you to discover yours.