Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, has announced a series of complimentary luxury experiences for guests who book to stay in one of the hotel’s suites in 2018. 

The Rome Cavalieri is an oasis in the heart of the city, located on the leafy hill of Monte Mario, overlooking the Eternal City. The building was designed by one of the most important architects of the period, Ugo Luccichenti, assisted by E. Pifferi and A. Ressa, with contribution from two superstar architects of the ‘60’s, Franco Albini and Pierluigi Nervi. 

Guests can now take part in a series of inimitable local activities focusing on art, culture and cuisine, with each experience offered to vary depending on the suite chosen and time of year.

Whether it’s learning to make authentic Italian sandals, private tours of the Vatican Gardens or culinary journeys in the city, Rome Cavalieri’s Suite Experiences promise a memorable stay. 

Italian Sandal Experience: Perfect for mothers and daughters, guests staying in the Vista & Corner Suites can learn how to make their own traditional, high-quality Italian sandals during a workshop at an authentic, family-run Italian shoemaker. The sandal-making experience also includes a small welcome buffet and a 10 per cent discount on any made-to-measure shoes ordered on the day. 

The Italian Sandal experience is available complimentary to guests staying in the Vista & Corner Suite or at a price of  Dh2,527 for those staying in the other rooms, and is based on two people. 

Spring Blossom Tour with Private Visit to the Vatican Gardens: Spring is one of the best times of year to visit Rome, with blooming flowers found all around the city and Spanish steps. Guests staying in the top suites can embark on a Spring Blossom tour with a private visit to the Vatican Gardens or the Pope’s summer Residence, the gardens of Castel Gandolfo. The tour also includes a private yoga session overlooking the Eternal City, to ease the body and mind. Set in 15 acres of private parkland, guests also have access to a private Cabana in the park with champagne and an 80-minute couple’s massage.  

The Spring Blossom experience is available complimentary to guests staying in the top suites (Napoleon, Petronius, Planetarium or Penthouse Suite) for three nights or more. The experience is available to other guests at a cost of Dh5,189, and is based on two people. 

Personal Photoshoot: Guests staying in the top suites can enjoy the private use of a professional photographer to accompany them on their day around the city. Guests will receive a professional photoshoot in both Rome and the hotel, with a Mercedes at their disposal throughout the day. To cherish those memories, guests will receive an elegantly presented box with a USB drive and photo print outs, which will be directly delivered to them after their stay. 

The photoshoot experience is available complimentary to guests staying in the top suites (Napoleon, Petronius, Planetarium or Penthouse Suite). Other guests can book the package at a price of approximately Dh5,415, and is based on two people. 

Culinary Journey: Guests can experience Italy’s true identity with a private culinary tour and two-way transfer to Mercato Trionfale in the Prati neighbourhood, a market frequented by locals. As well as visiting the market itself, the tour features six venues with over 20 different food and wine tastings. Here, guests can sample local culinary delights including truffles and 30 year aged balsamic vinegar, artisanal gelateria from Fatamorgana, homemade pasta with D.O.C.G. Vermentino wine at an award-winning restaurant, caviar and foie gras topped pizzas at Pizzarium, Rome’s number one pizzeria. It also includes a visit to Paciotti, the number one gourmet food shop in Rome, offering over 200 types of cheeses and 100 types of meats. The tour comes with an English-speaking guide. 

The Culinary Journey is available complimentary to guests staying in the Alcove and Corner Suites for two nights or more or at a price of Dh2,482 for those staying in the other rooms, and is based on two people.  

Luxury Picnic in the Park: Guests staying in the Vista and Corner Suites can enjoy a luxury picnic in the hotel’s verdant parkland, accompanied with a butler. Guests will also enjoy a private yoga session in the park and an 80-minute couple’s massage. 

The Picnic in the Park experience is available complimentary to guests staying in the Vista and Corner Suites for two nights or more. The private yoga and 80-minute couple’s massage is available for guests staying six nights or more. The experience is available to other guests at a cost of Dh2,707, and is based on two people. 

Nightly rates at Rome Cavalieri start from Dh3,452 in an Alcove Suite.