Introducing Rhinoceros Roma: Alda Fendi’s Avant-Garde Establishment in the Heart of the Eternal City
Rhinoceros Roma stands as a beacon of European luxury travel, situated in the historic heart of Rome. Established by Alda Fendi of the prestigious fashion dynasty in 2018 and designed by world renowned French architect, Jean Nouvel,this boutique establishment offers a captivating blend of modernity and tradition. Boasting 25 fully stocked apartments and a quirky Avant Garde art gallery, the establishment provides a unique experience for guests with a passion for arts, literature, and sciences. The exhibition areas are not confined to a single level but are distributed vertically, integrating seamlessly into the architecture of the building.
The gallery runs a rotation of exhibitions throughout the year, displaying works from globally acclaimed artists such as El Greco and Michelangelo. Currently, Rhinoceros Roma recently unveiled its latest exhibition hosting works of art and design objects by French artist Ronan Bouroullec created by Galerie kreo, a ‘research laboratory’ founded in Paris in 1999, dedicated to the production of contemporary pieces in a limited series. The monographic exhibition of Ronan Bouroullec showcases the French artist’s diverse artistic world, steeped in an exploration of colour, shape, and form across various mediums.
Rhinoceros Roma also offers a fresh restaurant concept and bar on its expansive rooftop terrace – combining great views over the iconic red roofs of Rome with delicious cuisine and inspiring cocktails. Conveniently situated, Rhinoceros Roma is nearby many of Rome’s most beloved sites including The Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Venice Square and the Spanish Steps. Guests have the convenient option to explore key attractions in the hotel’s unique RhinoRide, a compact electric vehicle reserved exclusively for hotel residents. With an additional vehicle recently added to the fleet, offering both comfort and convenience, this innovative mode of transportation provides a smart way to navigate the charming streets of the eternal city.
HOW: Rates for Rhinoceros Roma start from €600 per apartment, per night. City Tax is not included. For more information, please visit https://rhinocerosroma.com/en/home-slider-ing/.
Paradise Found in Positano: Treville Positano – the Pearl of the Amalfi Coast
Treville Positano, the iconic and ultra-luxurious oasis nestled along the Amalfi Coast is one of the world’s leading and most distinguished hotels. The former home of the acclaimed Italian film director, Franco Zeffirelli, formally known as Villa Treville is a Mediterranean sanctuary of serenity that sits in a commanding position atop a cliff, saluting the sea, and overlooking Positano on the Amalfi Coast. Stretching over two hectares of land, Treville Positano accommodates just 54 guests, ensuring an intimate and peaceful atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of Positano below. Home to 16 uniquely designed suites, Treville Positano showcases the cosmopolitan glamour of a bygone era fused with the enchanting flavours and colours of Southern Italy and Zeffirelli’s theatrical vision. Immersed in nature, each room also overlooks the crystal blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, retaining the ambience of a summer residence, yet offering a world-class hospitality experience.
Embracing a healthy lifestyle, Treville Positano’s signature restaurant, Maestro’s, located on the picturesque vine-covered terrace, is an award-winning restaurant that takes inspiration from locally grown ingredients from Treville’s very own organic farm. Helmed by talented Chef Vincenzo, Maestro’s offers guests a refined dining experience with a menu that incorporates delicious traditional Italian cuisine with Mediterranean flair and international influences. Alongside Maestro’s, Treville Positano includes the show stopping Bianca Bar – a micro-distillery laboratory with opulent design where herbs and botanicals gathered in Treville’s gardens are used in exciting, revamped cocktails based on classics.
Treville Positano has a strong design ethos reflected throughout the property. Showcasing a chic yet luxurious design that has been heavily influenced by its surroundings and Zeffirelli’s vision, each suite boasts distinctive furnishings, intriguing colour palettes and aesthetics, with private balconies, gardens, and plunge pools providing exclusive retreats for guests – the perfect setting in which to enjoy the breeze of the Mediterranean Sea and the spectacular natural surroundings. As some of Positano’s most ancient structures, Treville Positano fuses old with new, preserving and protecting historical importance with a stunning aesthetic to create a luxury oasis.
HOW: Prices start from €790 per night. For more information, please visit https://villatreville.com/en
