Rome Cavalieri, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel

Rooms and suites at the Waldorf Astoria Rome Cavalieri are spacious, elegant and well suited to a golf trip where you want to spread out, repack and reset between rounds. Most categories include a private balcony with views over the park, pool or the city skyline. Inside you've got a separate seating area, a work desk, marble bathroom, flat-screen TV and complimentary Wi-Fi, so it feels like a proper base rather than just a place to sleep.

If you're planning early tee times, breakfast is served from 6.30am, which gives you plenty of time to fuel up before heading out. The concierge team can arrange taxis or transfers to courses, and they're used to handling golf logistics, so it's worth giving them a heads-up the night before if you've got a morning round booked. There's secure storage for clubs if you need it, and the hotel can coordinate pick-ups and drop-offs to fit your schedule.

Food and drink is a big part of the experience here. La Pergola, led by Heinz Beck, is the headline act and one you book in advance if you're planning a special night. It's refined, dress-up dining with top-class Italian and Mediterranean cooking and panoramic views. For something more relaxed, the pool bar is ideal for a post-round drink, while the Chandon Garden Spritz spot is a good shout when you want a lighter bite and a chilled atmosphere without leaving the hotel.

If your legs are feeling it after 18 holes or a day on Rome's cobbled streets, the Cavalieri Grand Spa Club is where you recover. Alongside its Roman-inspired design, you'll find a full suite of facilities including an indoor pool, fitness centre and treatment rooms. It's worth planning your spa time around golf and sightseeing, as prime slots can go quickly in peak season. The spa also has a sauna, Turkish bath and relaxation areas with views over the city, so it's easy to spend a full afternoon here if you've got a rest day built into your trip.

The big win for golfers is the mix of peace and proximity. You're far enough from the tourist centre to get a proper night's sleep and a calm morning routine, but close enough that you can be at the Trevi Fountain or the Pantheon in under 20 minutes if you fancy an evening out. It's that balance that makes the hotel work for a golf-and-city break, especially if you're travelling with a partner who wants to do more than just watch you play golf.