Step into the glamour of Rome with Orient Express La Minerva, the brand’s first luxury hotel opening in spring 2025
Luxury hotel aficionados, design devotees, and all who appreciate the poetry of high-end hospitality, take note: a new icon is about to grace the Eternal City. Orient Express La Minerva, the first-ever hotel from the storied travel brand, is officially open in Rome for reservations—and if you have a penchant for history wrapped in exquisite modernity, this is the place to be in spring 2025
A Legendary Name Meets Rome’s Timeless Allure
When you hear Orient Express, your mind likely conjures visions of art deco elegance, cinematic train journeys, and an era when travel was a symphony of glamour. Now, the brand is extending that same unmistakable aura to the heart of Rome, where it is breathing new life into a storied 17th-century palazzo.
Tucked discreetly behind the Pantheon, La Minerva is set to be an ode to la dolce vita—only with an Orient Express signature: opulent, intimate, and meticulously curated. This isn’t just another five-star hotel opening; it’s the reinvention of Roman grandeur, delivered with a level of style that only Orient Express can master.
Designed to Dazzle: Hugo Toro’s Vision for La Minerva
Stepping inside La Minerva will be akin to entering a cinematic dream. The French wunderkind Hugo Toro, known for his genius in merging eras and aesthetics, has taken the reins of the hotel’s design. Expect a seamless fusion of Renaissance opulence, Art Deco nostalgia, and a contemporary sensibility that ensures this isn’t a museum piece but a living, breathing embodiment of modern luxury.
Every corner of the hotel will whisper stories of Rome’s rich past while indulging its guests in present-day decadence. From the grand staircase to the intricately detailed suites, the design will reflect Orient Express’s DNA—constantly transporting, always transformative.
An Intimate Escape in the Heart of Rome
Unlike its larger, more sprawling competitors, La Minerva promises a boutique-sized experience with luxury-level service. Think 50 exquisite rooms and suites, each an oasis of calm amid the city’s eternal buzz. Here, Rome’s iconic landmarks are just outside your door, but the moment you step inside, you’re enveloped in a world of sumptuous serenity.
Where Culinary Excellence Meets Timeless Charm
If you believe that great hotels are defined by their restaurants and bars, then prepare to be seduced. La Minerva’s gastronomic offerings will be an ode to Italian excellence, with an Orient Express twist. Whether you’re savouring a Negroni at the bar, indulging in a seasonal Roman feast, or enjoying breakfast with a Pantheon view, every bite and sip will celebrate the city’s culinary soul.
With reservations now open, securing your spot early means ensuring first access to one of the most anticipated hotel openings of 2025. Whether you’re a design enthusiast, a hospitality connoisseur, or simply someone who appreciates the finer things in life, La Minerva is your Roman rendezvous waiting to happen.
See you in Rome—where history, elegance, and Orient Express magic collide.
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