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St. George
5 Star*****Deluxe
Via Giulia 62
00186 Rome
Harmony of modernism and classicism and a timeless atmosphere born from a reworking of
styles and trends: this is the St. George, the new 5 star luxury boutique hotel
with a contemporary air, designed by Lorenzo Bellini in one of the most enchanting
areas of Rome.
The hotel rises along the distinctive Via Giulia, a street beloved of the Romans
for its antiques dealers, churches and old noble palazzi, and for the delightful side
streets that surround it such as via Del Pellegrino and via Dei Cappellari, still bearing
their ancient Sampietrini paving stones. This evocative 15th century street was born from
Pope Julius II Della Rovere’s vision and Bramante’s genius. Here in 1508 work
began on the impressive Palazzo dei Tribunali project. The Pope’s plan went beyond
the construction of a new road – he actually intended to modernise the city’s
Medieval organizational structure and thus he commissioned Bramante to build the giant
palazzo to house all the law courts and notaries. Unfortunately the great architect died
before either completing the impressive project or taking possession of the new workshop
that he himself had bought in the area.
Today, over 500 years later, this Palazzo has returned to life, having been converted into
a hotel in a project undertaken by the architect Lorenzo Bellini who is responsible
for the hotel’s interior design, while work was overseen by the engineer Nello
Nardini. And thus a new hotel enters onto the capital’s luxury hospitality stage.
It has all the key qualities – design, comfort, a historic location and a strategic
position close to the city’s most important monuments, its most renowned restaurants
and it most fashionable nightspots – making it the ideal base from which to set out
in discovery of the marvels of the eternal city and perfect for both business and leisure
travelers.
The architect Lorenzo Bellini personally attended to the St. George’s
minimalist interior design, tasking inspiration from two main points of reference: Aalto
and Jacobsen. Following the concept of minimal-chic luxury, Bellini has maintained sense
of warmth and charm thanks to soft lighting and large, comfortable seating solutions, with
soft cream and wood tones being used for the furnishings and resin floors. Here he has
created some serious open space architecture through a series of internal and external
areas, mixing the old and the new and thus from time to time pushing guests to discover
new emotions and new corners of the hotel.
The luxurious 64-room hotel offers 23 Superior rooms, 35 Deluxe rooms
and 6 Junior Suites, providing a dynamic backdrop where the guest is simultaneously
the actor and the spectator. In these rooms there is a sensation of time lingering on and
guests are pampered by the attention to detail, the views and the furnishing textiles, all
of which are magically studied, leaving nothing to chance.
The minimal-chic design takes shape and is further developed throughout the hotel. In the Library
it provides a timeless atmosphere where soft music provides a discrete backdrop and where
guests can quietly read a newspaper or a book whilst enjoying a coffee or a homemade
pastry. In the Cigar Lounge, cigar enthusiasts can enjoy handmade cigars, specially
dehumidified to preserve their flavor and freshness and in the Wine Bar, which
offers music entertainment and 120 of the best wines and is constantly open, 24-hours a
day, guests can feel completely at their ease and free to allow themselves a moment of
pleasure and relaxation at any time, enjoying a drink or an aperitif, whether alone or in
company.
The highest and most evocative point of the whole building, is home to the newly
inaugurated "Terrazza Rosé", the first roof terrace in Europe to be
dedicated exclusively to rosé wines. The Terrace offers delicious crustaceans
accompanied by a selection of sophisticated rosé wines and champagnes, served in the
elegant surroundings of our open-air terrace overlooking the beauty of Rome.
Tradition and innovation also combine in the Hotel Restaurant " I Sofa di
Giulia". The chef Agostino Petrosino has created different menu that are a real
gastronomic route where next to typical Italian dishes there are inviting multiethnic
delights. The cuisine is part of a true “taste philosophy” that favors
simplicity, quality, the use of seasonal produce and especially “genre
contamination” in the juxtaposition of exotic and Mediterranean traditions:
“paccheri” pasta from Gragnano with aubergines, Sicilian pachino tomatoes and
cous-cous, Italian sushi and finger food, miniature food for a fast and tasty snack. The
brand new Wine Bar, heaven for DOC wine lovers, also serves tempting dishes in
"finger food" style and the Cigar Lounge, the height of refinement
suggests hand made cigars. A dedicated musical accompaniment provides relaxing background
for a read in the carefully selected Library where culture and music create an inviting
international alchemy. The St. George goes beyond the outmoded concept of
"restaurant".
Sometimes history can be the perfect excuse to go in search of some real relaxation. The
extraordinary Health & Fitness Centre at the St. George takes us back to the times of
the ancient Romans – true connoisseurs of the art of body care. The initial impact of
guests who visit the centre for the first time is that of a perfect balance of sensations.
The elegant, modern style fits perfectly next to the Rome of days gone by, as ancient
masses of rough travertine marble jut out from the dove-colored walls. This is the sight
boasted by the St. George and its Health & Beauty Centre, where the
professionalism of the management is focused on a single objective: the sublimation of the
senses.
The three inspiring concepts behind the Health & Fitness Centre are Love, Warmth and
Passion, and art is their common bond. The St. George’s location would be a more than
sufficient guarantee of excellence, but its position in Via Giulia – one of
Rome’s most beautiful streets – is just a starting point. From the white Roman
“Sofàs” to the Renaissaance Palazzo dei Tribunali, the St. George and its
exclusive Health & Fitness Centre offer centuries-worth of history.
The Spa Manager Karol Rondinelli ensures that guests enjoy a truly unique
experience. On leaving the St. George’s Health & Fitness Centre, the
sensation of “feeling good” lingers on.
Services
RATES 2008
Superior Single rooms from 250 E
Superior Double rooms from 300 E
Deluxe Single rooms from 310 E
Deluxe Double rooms from 360 E
Junior suites from 450 E
*Rates include VAT, service, & American buffet breakfast.
RATES 2009
Superior Single rooms from 260 E
Superior Double rooms from 312 E
Deluxe Single rooms from 322 E
Deluxe Double rooms from 372 E
Junior suites from 462 E
*Rates include VAT, service, & American buffet breakfast.
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