Frequently Asked Questions

Orient Express La Minerva occupies an entire island site on Piazza della Minerva, steps from the Pantheon. Built in 1620, this 17th-century palazzo, formerly known as Palazzo Fonseca, has welcomed guests since 1811. Its entrance is watched over by Bernini's elephant obelisk, one of the most recognisable landmarks in Rome's historic centre.

The restoration was entrusted to Hugo Toro, artist and architect. His approach establishes a dialogue between the palazzo's Roman heritage and a contemporary aesthetic, through a selection of artisanal materials and bespoke finishes. Every space has been conceived as an invitation to linger and to inhabit the place fully.

The hotel has ninety-three rooms and suites, ranging from 25 to 235 square metres. The collection includes thirty-six suites, among them four Signature Suites with views over the Pantheon and the Roman skyline. Rates start from €1,000 per night for a classic room.

The hotel has two dining addresses. Gigi Rigolatto Roma, on the seventh floor, is a panoramic rooftop restaurant with 360-degree views over the Vittoriano and St Peter's Basilica. La Minerva Bar offers a more intimate setting for drinks and light dining. 

The hotel has an underground wellness space spanning 210 square metres. Inspired by Ottoman bath rituals, it includes hammams and Turkish baths, with treatments using botanical formulations by Furtuna Skin. A fitness facility is also available on the first floor.

Rates start from €1,000 per night for a classic room, rising to €15,000 for the Signature Suites with views over the Pantheon. Bookings can be made at orient-express.com.

Yes. La Minerva is the natural starting point for a journey on La Dolce Vita Orient Express. The hotel concierge arranges the transfer to the private Orient Express lounge at Rome Ostiense station, from which all train itineraries depart.

Absolutely. For travelers wishing to weave the eternal city into a maritime odyssey, La Minerva acts as a majestic anchor. This curated continuity allows you to effortlessly trade the ancient cobblestones of the capital for the boundless horizons of the Mediterranean.