THE FIRST DOLCE - PREFERRED HOTELS & RESORTS, Rome – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Accommodation Options
The First Dolce offers 23 suites and guest rooms in a 19th-century building designed by architect Giuseppe Valadier. Rooms feature Saint Laurent marble bathrooms with walk-in rain showers, some with hydrotherapy bathtubs and steam cabins. Options include Prestige Rooms (25 sqm), Studio Rooms (27 sqm with courtyard views), Duplex Dolce rooms (36 sqm with separate living areas), and Suite View rooms (48 sqm with Technogym equipment). All rooms include high-speed Wi-Fi, smart TVs, Nespresso machines, and USB charging ports.
Dining Experiences
VELO restaurant serves an all-day menu from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM. Breakfast includes artisan yogurts, fresh breads, pastries, and juices. The hotel offers cooking classes with local chefs focusing on traditional Roman dishes. Private dining available through room service with wine and champagne selections.
Location & Access
Located on Via del Corso, 10 minutes walk from Spanish Steps. Walking distance to Trevi Fountain (5 minutes), Piazza del Popolo (5 minutes), and Piazza Venezia (5 minutes). Vatican City is 2 km away. Complimentary shuttle service operates to sister property The First Arte. Valet parking available from €55 per night.
Guest Services
24-hour multi-language host assistance for museum bookings, restaurant reservations, and shopping recommendations. Personal shopping consultant available. Electric vehicle rentals offered. Baby amenities include cribs, bottle warmers, and childcare staff. Small pets up to 6kg welcome with dog sitter service. Shoe shining and laundry services provided.
Experiences & Activities
Private Vatican early morning tours before public hours. Guided walking tours of Trevi Fountain and Roman squares. Gladiator school training sessions with authentic weapons. Vespa and golf cart city tours. Food and wine tasting tours through Jewish Ghetto. Villa d'Este and Villa Adriana day trips available. Custom art gallery visits to Villa Borghese collection.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel offers beautifully designed rooms with fabulous rain showers and USB sockets next to the bed. The rooms are clean and excellent, although the view rooms are a bit small. The staff surprised us with a touching birthday cake for my daughter and were incredibly helpful and friendly. The location is unbeatable, right on the Via del Corso with easy access to all the city attractions. The dining experience was outstanding, providing one of the best breakfasts I've ever had. Overall, a fantastic stay with top-notch service and amenities.
I had an absolutely TOP experience at this hotel. The rooms had a beautiful design, fabulous rain shower, and USB sockets next to the bed, which were all in top shape and very clean. The staff were very helpful, making the stay well organized and enjoyable. While the price was a bit high, the value for money was definitely there because of the quality of the rooms and service.
The hotel had stunning rooms with a huge bathroom, large bed, and modern design. The staff were very helpful, but the maintenance was sometimes lacking. The rooms were spacious and very quiet, offering a great stay overall.
My stay at this hotel was absolutely delightful. The rooms were super clean and the sofa bed was very comfortable. The service, especially from Francesca and Amira, was top-notch - they were incredibly friendly, professional, and sensitive. The location couldn't have been better, right on the famous shopping street Via del Corso. The dining experience was outstanding, offering one of the best breakfasts I've ever had.
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