A few weeks ago I was in Rome enjoying time with friends - and of course, inspecting hotels! After my visit to Sina Bernini Bristol, I knew I had to shine our Celebrate Spotlight on this family owned, historic property! I could not believe the hotel's transformation.
As I was greeted by their smiling doorman, I entered a lobby that felt nothing like the hotel of the past. In their renovation, they took over two spaces adjacent to the main lobby, creating a much larger, welcoming arrival experience. The owners have taken an architecturally significant building, respected its heritage, and adapted to evolving guest preferences.
Bernini Bristol opened in 1874 in a palace in the heart of the Eternal City. A favorite for luminaries like the Emperor of Brazil, the Czar of Russia, the Prince of Wales, The Rockefellers, and the Vanderbildts, the hotel has served as a haven for elites. Fast-forward to 2022, the owners saw an opportunity to add to the number of bedrooms and re-design the property to create a more welcoming sanctuary for your clients. Led by GM Lorenzo Vivalda, I was thrilled to see so many of the team's smiling faces during my visit.
(If you have not already, please make sure your computer or smart phone are displaying the gorgeous images of the hotel)
As noted above, The Bernini Bristol acquired and annexed neighboring spaces and now boasts 166 rooms & suites. They are a helpful solution for families requiring extra beds, inter-connecting rooms, and special suites. The new style celebrates Baroque art reinterpreted in a contemporary style. Vivid blues and colorful patterns adorn the public spaces, while stunning bold colors like purple and yellow grace the rooms & suites, offering an experience of extraordinary exclusivity.
The rooms are generous in size for city hotels with the entry-level Superior Rooms starting at nearly 300 square feet. We book so many suites here as they work well for families such as the Junior Suite at nearly 500 square feet. Many rooms feature balconies that overlook the city and offer a rather instagrammable setting for a morning cup of coffee. The Tritone Suite is a stunner with a rooftop Jacuzzi that has 360-degree views of Rome.
As a special offer, Bernini Bristol is offering an additional Celebrated Perk for your clients if you mention this Celebrated Spotlight when you book with our Travel Design Teams. Your clients will receive a branded water bottle to enjoy on their Italian adventure, reflecting the hotel's wish to keep guests comfortable while being sustainable.
Sina Bernini Bristol has honored tradition while creating a contemporary haven that works well for so many of your clients. I am confident that their big investment will yield big dividends for 2023 and beyond.
All the best,
Jonathan Epstein, CEO
Celebrated Experiences