In Rome, the Wine Boutique Hotel managed by the Lisi family hosts the Charade cocktail bar, in 60ies style, the only cigar club in the capital, and a cellar with over 1500 references where tastings and exclusive events are held.

Located in an authentic area of ​​Rome near Campo dei Fiori, Hotel De’ Ricci is a refined Wine Boutique Hotel, opened in May 2017 and created by the Lisi family who have always been involved in the world of fine dining, among others with the nearby seafood restaurant Pierluigi, which offers the possibility of staying and enjoying exclusive experiences related to mixology and important wines, from the collection of various vintages of Château Petrus to Sassicaia.

The hotel offers 8 suites, up to 75 square meters, all equipped with a private cellar that houses some of the most sought-after and coveted bottles by wine lovers.

If I can’t drink whiskey and smoke cigars in Heaven, then I won’t go. (Mark Twain)

Inside Hotel De’ Ricci is Charade Bar, with the charm of 1960s Italian bars, decorated with hand-drawn drawings by artist Andrea Ferolla who has recreated scenes from the Dolce Vita and Roman evenings, the realm of Head Sommelier Marco Ciampini and Bar Manager Marta Nafra.

Here you will find an exceptional selection of spirits, from all over the world and Italy, offered pure, and in a rich selection of signature cocktails that reinterpret the classics with an innovative touch, such as the mocktails inspired by the squares adjacent to the hotel, Piazza De’ Ricci, Piazza Navona and Piazza di Sant’Eustachio.

At Charade you can also book different tasting itineraries dedicated to whisky, rum, grappa and agave distillates, such as the Tour of Scotland or the engaging El Viaje De Cristobal Colon, also being able to choose to pair cigars from the humidor, and masterclasses designed to offer unique moments in which customers taste and participate in the creation of iconic cocktails.

Various dishes can be ordered from the kitchen to match, from the selection of cheeses to Orecchiette with Red Prawns, Bisque and Bottarga, from Roasted Octopus with Turnip Tops and Roasted Pepper Powder to various salads.

In addition, you can book Afternoon Tea, every day until 7 pm, with cocktails inspired by infusions and teas, to be paired with sweet and savory finger food or the aperitif with a selection of fine cheeses, smoked goose speck and Italian caviar served with toasted bread and butter.

And to offer an exceptional concierge service there is Flavio Scannavino, General Manager of the Hotel, ready to satisfy every wish of the guests.

To stay up to date on events organized by Hotel De’ Ricci, just follow the hotel and Charade’s social media.

Hotel De’ Ricci is a point of reference for Rome and the perfect hotel to stay in to enjoy an evening at the nearby Ristorante Pierluigi, one of the most exclusive and prestigious fish restaurants in the capital.

The Secret

Charade has received several awards, such as the one for best winery in Rome by Wine Spectator and the Cigar Lounge was awarded as a high-level location by Habanos SA, granting the Habanos Lounge plaque (there are only two establishments that can boast this recognition in Rome).

Useful Info

Hotel De’ Ricci
Via della Barchetta 14
00186 Roma
Tel. +39 06 6874775

Rooms: from 450 euro with breakfast
Cocktails: from 15 euro
Wine and spirits tastings: from 100 euro per person for an hour and a half
Masterclasses: from 100 eurs per person for two hours
Cigar tasting with a supplement
Breakfast: from 30 euro
Champagne breakfast: from 60 euro
Afternoon tea: 35 euro