Rome, the former headquarters of the Communist Party in via Botteghe Oscure becomes a 5-star hotel

The historic headquarters of the Communist Party in Rome becomes a five-star luxury hotel. The building in via delle Botteghe Oscure, which for decades has represented one of the most important places in Italian politics, today houses the Thompson Rome hotel, belonging to the US group Hyatt and inaugurated a few days ago. Inside there are 69 rooms, available at a price of around 500 euros per night.

The Thompson Rome

As stated on Thompson Rome's official website, the property has been "expertly renovated" with "bold contemporary interiors inspired by Italian craftsmanship" and "rooms and suites with attention to detail". The 5-star hotel also features "trendy restaurants and bars" and "a spectacular rooftop bar overlooking Rome", creating "a place where fashion, gastronomy, culture and creativity come together naturally".

The former headquarters of the PCI

The former headquarters of the PCI, of 8,000 square metres, still retains some symbolic elements, such as the works of the sculptor Giò Pomodoro and the bust of Antonio Gramsci. As we read in the Messaggero, some exponents of the left have expressed feelings of displeasure. According to PD deputy Gianni Cuperlo, the building should have housed a large museum dedicated to the history of the Italian left.