The ornate and magnificent Trevi Fountain is a beautiful monument that lies in the heart of Rome, and is definitely worth a visit if you are staying in the Eternal City. It features a mainly Baroque design and stands at just less than 26 metres high and almost 20 metres wide. The Trevi Fountain has a long history, when in 1629 the Pope wanted to improve the fountain that was originally standing on the piazza. The design went to one of Italy’s most famous artists, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, but the ambitious project was shelved when the Pope passed away.
Almost 100 years, the idea was revived by the then Pope who held a competition for the best design. After some controversy due to a non local Roman being giving the work, it was Nicola Salvi who finally won the contract and work on the Trevi Fountain began in 1732. Many of Bernini’s original ideas were incorporated into the finished design and the fountain was completed by Giuseppe Pannini in 1762, 11 years after Salvi passed away. Nowadays it is a popular tourist attraction and don’t forget to toss a coin into the fountain, as it is meant to assure you of a return visit to the enchanting Eternal City!
Below you will find a selection of three good quality hotels in Rome near the Trevi Fountain. Each hotel offers its own unique ambience, along with a useful selection of in-house facilities and amenities. To find out more about these hotels, and others in the Trevi Fountain area, please remember to look at the pages available at the end of the page for further details on these accommodations, as well as others in the Trevi Fountain area.
4 star Hotel delle Nazioni: A classy property that provides its guests with all the creature comforts necessary for an unforgettable stay. The hotel is housed in a well-kept, 5-storey building, which is typical of the area. In-house amenities include air conditioning, 24-hour reception, left luggage facility, restaurant, Wi-Fi and roof terrace.
4 star Hotel Relais Fontana di Trevi: A reputable establishment that offers a warm and peaceful environment, ideal for relaxing after a busy day sightseeing or even business meetings. The guest rooms and communal areas have all been classically decorated to create a stylish and comfortable ambience.
3 star Hotel Trevi: A good choice if you are looking for quality accommodation but at a more affordable price. The location has been home to the hotel since 1920 and it was completely re-decorated between 2003 and 2004. Breakfast is served either in the picturesque breakfast room, or during the summer, in the open-air rooftop garden.
As mentioned previously, the Trevi Fountain is ideally located in historic Rome and the following places of interest can be found within a 1000-metre radius of the Trevi Fountain:
Pantheon
Spanish Steps
Roman Forum
Via Veneto
Jewish Ghetto