An Update from Wtb Hotels
Rome, Florence, Venice
February 2025
Property Renovations
Hotel L’Orologio Venice - Deluxe Apartments
Hotel L'Orologio is revamping its Venice apartments with a refined yet playful design. The entrance hall now features bold lobster-red walls, a golden wrought-iron console, and floral-print chairs. The Deluxe Apartment blends Venetian heritage with chinoiserie elegance, highlighted by deep sage green walls and a striking Dedar dragon-patterned wardrobe, inspired by Japanese kimonos. The second bedroom has been refreshed with open wardrobes, while the living room will soon feature a plush aubergine velvet sofa. Orange velvet chairs from Quinti add a stylish touch to the kitchen corner. Guests can soon experience these stunning updates firsthand!
Hotel Balestri
Hotel Balestri will be closed through the end of February to continue the renovations that began last year. The new enhancements will include the creation of a unique bar lounge on the ground floor, along with an updated and beautifully designed outdoor patio that debuted last winter. Additionally, several rooms will be renovated with the same attention to detail and luxurious materials as the WTB Luxury Experience rooms on the top floor.
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting transformation!
New Product Offerings
2025 Star Program
The 2025 Star Program awaits our valued travel advisor partners with new exclusive benefits for their clients. These benefits apply to every direct booking made through WTB's office or Waterstone. Explore the program here: 2025 Star Program.
WTB Luxury Experience
What is it? WTB Luxury Experience rooms are designed to offer an exclusive atmosphere with attention to detail. With special accent on design and furnishings, along with the most exclusive services, these rooms are designed to guarantee our guests an unparalleled stay experience. Mrs. Antonella Fratini, the owner of the hotel, personally takes care of the design and furnishings of these rooms, guaranteeing an exceptional level of quality and attention.
"WTB Luxury Experience is the personal experience and warm hospitality that the WTB hotels group reserves and dedicates to its guests."
Special Offers
Off-Season Travel Inspiration
At WTB Hotels, we encourage traveling during Italy's off-season for a truly special experience. With fewer crowds, you'll be able to explore the beauty of Venice, Florence, and Rome at a relaxed pace, immersing yourself in their history and culture.
Off-season travel comes with many benefits, including lower rates for both accommodations and activities. You can visit Italy’s iconic landmarks and historic sites without the crowds, while enjoying a peaceful atmosphere. It's the perfect time to enjoy seasonal cuisine and local events that showcase Italy’s rich traditions.
Our hotels are all centrally located, offering the best spots to enjoy each city during the off-season. Let us help you plan a memorable and tranquil trip to Venice, Florence, and Rome, with our properties serving as the ideal base for your stay.
Destination Updates
Corridoio Vasariano — Florence
The reopening of the Corridoio Vasariano is one of the most anticipated highlights for 2025! This historic elevated walkway, closed to the public since 2016, connects the Uffizi Gallery to the Pitti Palace, passing over the Ponte Vecchio and offering stunning views of Florence.
Originally built in 1565 for the Medici family, the corridor served as their private passageway, allowing them to move discreetly between their residences and the seat of government. After nearly a decade of closure for extensive restoration and safety updates, visitors will now have the rare and wonderful opportunity to walk this important pathway once again. The experience offers a unique perspective of Florence’s rich history, its famous landmarks, and the Medici legacy.
Our Florence properties, particularly Hotel Balestri and our Santa Felicita apartments, are ideally located near the Corridoio Vasariano, making them the perfect base for guests eager to explore this extraordinary treasure. A stay with us ensures you're just steps away from this unforgettable journey through time.
Holy Jubilee — Rome
The Holy Jubilee in Rome is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the Eternal City in a truly unique and mystical way.
Rooted in centuries of tradition, the Jubilee is a time of spiritual renewal and reflection, celebrated with special events and ceremonies that highlight the deep history and religious significance of the city. The first Jubilee was declared by Pope Boniface VIII in 1300, and since then, it has become a momentous occasion held every 25 years.
Visitors can explore ancient churches, attend mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, and witness sacred rites, all while surrounded by the beauty and grandeur of Rome’s historic monuments, from the Colosseum to the Pantheon, which have witnessed centuries of history.
Don’t worry about availability 😉 – there are still spots to experience this extraordinary event. Contact us today to reserve your stay at Hotel L’Orologio Roma, where you’ll be perfectly located to enjoy all the festivities and explore the timeless charm of Rome.