Front-Row Stays: The Best Hotels for Europe’s Biggest Sporting Events

From the glamour of the Monaco Grand Prix to the Six Nations and the Italian Open, prime hotels are filling fast – making early booking essential for fans who want to stay close to the action

With the sporting season in full swing, the most coveted hotels for the Monaco Grand Prix, Six Nations, and Italian Open are filling fast. As fans from around the world plan their travel around these iconic events, demand for premium accommodation is reaching its peak, making early booking essential for those looking to stay at the heart of the action. Hotel de Russie, Fairmont Monte Carlo & Hotel de la Ville are among the top choices for visitors.

Hotel de Russie, Rome – Six Nations

Hotel de Russie in Rome is a renowned luxury hotel located between Piazza del Popolo and the Spanish Steps, offering a peaceful retreat with its historic architecture and beautifully landscaped secret garden. Blending Roman heritage with contemporary elegance, the hotel provides an exceptional base for exploring the cultural and artistic treasures of the Eternal City.

The hotel features 34 suites within a total of 120 rooms and suites, each designed with refined Italian style and offering views over the city, courtyard or gardens. Dining venues include Le Jardin, serving elevated Italian cuisine in elegant indoor and outdoor settings, and the Stravinskij Bar, celebrated for its expertly crafted cocktails and vibrant atmosphere.

The Irene Forte Spa offers a serene wellness experience with treatment rooms, a sauna, Turkish bath, salt-water pool and relaxation areas. Treatments incorporate Irene Forte Skincare; a line developed with Mediterranean botanicals and science-led formulations that nourish and rejuvenate the skin.

Just 1.5 km from Stadio Olimpico for the England vs Italy match on Saturday, 7th March 2026, the hotel is perfectly placed for rugby fans wanting to enjoy the Six Nations.

Hotel de la Ville, Rome – Italian Open

Hotel de la Ville in Rome is a luxury Rocco Forte Hotel set at the top of the Spanish Steps, offering an elegant retreat with panoramic views over the Eternal City. The hotel blends classical Roman architecture with contemporary style, creating a vibrant and sophisticated atmosphere just moments from the city’s most iconic landmarks.

The hotel offers 104 rooms and suites, including a range of spacious, beautifully appointed suites with terraces and views across Rome. Dining options include restaurants serving Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, as well as bars and rooftop terraces where guests can enjoy cocktails and aperitifs with sweeping views of the city.

The De La Ville Spa provides an extensive wellness experience featuring treatment rooms, a thermal area with salt room, sauna, steam bath, ice fountain and hydro pool, along with a fitness studio and relaxation spaces. Treatments incorporate Irene Forte Skincare products, created with Mediterranean botanicals and science-led formulations to nourish and rejuvenate the skin.

Located in the heart of The Eternal City, Hotel de la Ville is about a 20‑minute drive from the Foro Italico tennis complex, home of the Italian Open.

Fairmont Monte Carlo – Monaco Grand Prix

Fairmont Monte Carlo is a landmark luxury hotel positioned between the Mediterranean Sea and the famed Casino de Monte-Carlo, offering panoramic views including the iconic Formula 1 Grand Prix hairpin turn. Blending Riviera glamour with contemporary style, the hotel provides an energetic yet elegant atmosphere and serves as an ideal base for exploring Monaco’s cultural, culinary and coastal attractions.

The hotel features approximately 596 rooms and 30 suites, many with private terraces overlooking the sea, gardens or the city. Dining venues include Nobu Monte Carlo, offering world-renowned Japanese-Peruvian cuisine; Amù Monte Carlo on the rooftop, serving Riviera-inspired dishes; Nikki Beach Monte Carlo for lively poolside dining; and the Lobby Lounge restaurant and bar with sweeping sea views.

The Fairmont Spa offers a full menu of wellness treatments including massages, facials, body rituals and beauty services. Additional facilities include a fitness centre, sauna and steam room, creating a well-rounded environment for relaxation and rejuvenation. The hotel also features a rooftop pool, fitness classes and outdoor leisure spaces, enhancing its appeal as a vibrant year-round destination.

For the ultimate F1 experience, the Grand Prix suites at Fairmont Monte Carlo offer panoramic sea views and direct sight of the most iconic turns in motorsport: the hairpin.

Image credits to: Fairmont Monte Carlo, Hotel de la Ville and Hotel de Russie

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