WHERE I STAYED: ROME
Located on one of our favorite cobblestone streets in Rome: Via Margutta:
The elegant, intimate lobby is a wonderful restorative respite from day time wanderings. The breakfast served on the garden patio is divine.
You pass sleek art and decor galleries, quirky shops, a cozy restaurant and even a drinkable a water fountain (yes everywhere in Rome) on your way to and from “home.”
Are their fabulous modern annex loft apartments just down the street. Set behind an imposing wrought iron gate and overlooking a shady private courtyard, these former artists' studios really make you feel like you are a lucky local entering your own palazzo.
A more affordable and equally lovely hotel in the Campo Marzio district. In a 19th century palazzo yet offering modern rooms and breakfast served on its rooftop that will help eradicate any jet lag.
On a lush quiet side street off of an even more charming one in our favorite Regola neighborhood, I’ve been dreaming about staying in this jewel box of a boutique hotel ever since I first toured it. Steps from Chez Dede boutique who helped do lots of the illustrations inside!