Cardo, the new hospitality brand, debuts in the Eternal City with Cardo Roma, Autograph Collection

Rome welcomes Cardo Roma, Autograph Collection, the first expression of a new lifestyle brand that combines business, discovery, and wellness. Refined design, vibrant restaurants, and innovative spaces dedicated to meetings and relaxation pay tribute to the soul of Rome, evoking the hotel’s motto: “A symbol of future nostalgia.”

Cardo Roma marks the debut of Cardo Hotels as the brand’s first lifestyle hotel, now part of Marriott International’s Autograph Collection Hotels portfolio. Located in the EUR district, the hotel is housed in a historic building within Aroundtown’s real estate portfolio.

Originally designed by Lucio Passarelli, Cardo Roma has been fully renovated and now offers 324 rooms and suites, along with creative spaces for work and leisure. Designed for guests seeking inspiring professional environments as well as immersive cultural experiences, it presents itself as a contemporary creative hub.

Nicolas Romero Oneto, Head of Cardo Hotels, explains that the name refers to the “cardo” of Roman cities, the central axis of economic and social life, symbolizing an energetic and all-encompassing form of hospitality. Cardo Roma embodies this philosophy by blending personal wellness with business culture in a new hospitality experience.

Design bold and intriguing

Designer Saar Zafrir created the interiors drawing inspiration from the Roman concept of “otium,” understood as freedom from obligations and space for comfort. The result is an elegant palette inspired by the Roman Empire, with tones such as olive green, terracotta, and matte white.

The lobby, spacious and welcoming, is designed to encourage conviviality, with theatrical arches, dynamic geometries, and distinctive textures. The entire project merges business and leisure, transforming the hotel into a versatile contemporary urban resort.

A memorable stay

The 324 rooms, including 57 suites, are divided into eight different categories, ranging from the 50 sqm POP Suites to the 100 sqm TOP Suites. Each accommodation offers comfort and advanced technology, including keyless service and digital concierge, enriched by exclusive details such as Muro’s signature fragrance and a curated selection of books dedicated to pasta.

Among the highlights are 3,100 square meters of meeting spaces, making Cardo Roma a leading destination for events and conferences. The COSMO Hall, with 1,000 seats, is ideal for conferences, gala dinners, and award ceremonies, while the outdoor spaces further expand the venue’s possibilities.

Italian gastronomy and wellness

The culinary offer includes Vertici, a restaurant dedicated to Italian cuisine with a contemporary approach, the Vertici Bar for cocktails and finger food, and the Spectio Pool Bar, animated in summer by live music and DJ sets. Fresh pasta workshops complete the experience.

Wellness is entrusted to Olea Wellness and Spa, a 1,000 sqm space with four pools at different temperatures, a sauna, hammam, and six treatment rooms featuring Codage products. The fitness center with Technogym equipment completes an offer focused on the balance between body and mind.

With an elegant and personalized approach, Cardo Roma redefines hospitality by bringing together business, leisure, and wellness under one roof. After Rome, the brand continued its expansion with the opening of Cardo Brussels, Autograph Collection.

About Cardo Hotels

Cardo Hotels combines work and leisure in a contemporary hospitality concept, offering luxury meeting spaces, wellness facilities, and excellent dining in a single destination. Inspired by the “Cardo,” the main street of ancient Rome, the brand reinterprets the hotel experience as a meeting point between professional and personal life, with a strong emphasis on creativity.