Best Luxury Hotels in Lungomare Caracciolo

Arrive in Napoli by boat and this is the very first building you see. The noble establishment began welcoming guests at the very start of 1908, having been erected in a record time of ten months. Since then it’s attracted a bohemian and refined set, including many academics and artists. There are 100 bedrooms and 22 suites, decorated with plenty of classical local touches, such as Murano glass lamps, Carrara marbles, crystal chandeliers and silk textiles. The top-floor roof garden is home to Ristorante La Terrazza, plus there’s a cafe for snacks.

Founded in 1882, this Grande Dame occupies a spot on the waterfront overlooking the bay and its namesake. It has been visited by many famous guests over the years, including presidents, royalty, literary legends and actors (Keanu Reeves, Alfred Hitchcock, Claudia Schiffer, Giorgio Armani, Grace Kelly and Luciano Pavarotti to name but a few). Amenities here include a spa, a rooftop terrace, and several fine dining restaurants, such as the iconic Caruso Roof Garden Restaurant on the ninth floor. The Grand Hotel Vesuvio has over 200 guest rooms and suites, with some of the most privileged views in town.