Grand Hotel Vesuvio, Naples
Expert reviews
“For traditional grandeur, the 137-year-old, nine-story Grand Hotel Vesuvio, on Naples’ pedestrian waterfront, overlooks the Castel dell’Ovo and the Bay of Naples. Its upholstered walls, Murano chandeliers and liveried staff suggest the old-school sophistication of another age.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Naples, Italy.
“Old world glamour holds sway in this famed waterfront hostelry that pampers the rich and famous and provides a Grand Tour–worthy experience (with all the 21st-century amenities, including a spiffy spa and small indoor pool).”
“You’d never guess from the modern exterior that this is the oldest of the city’s great seafront hotels—the place where Enrico Caruso died, where Oscar Wilde dallied with lover Lord Alfred Douglas, and where Bill Clinton charmed the waitresses—fortunately, the spacious, soothing interior compensates for what’s lacking on the outside.”
Featured as Fodor’s Choice in Naples, Italy.
“The Grande Dame of Naples’ hotels has a long and illustrious history, a magnificent setting overlooking the Castel dell’Ovo and a traditional, discreetly luxurious atmosphere.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Comfortable beds
- Indoor swimming pool
- Private parking
- Friendly staff
- Free Wifi
- Excellent breakfast
All you need to know
Nestled in the Santa Lucia neighborhood and seaside, the Grand Hotel Vesuvio boasts spectacular vistas of the Naples Gulf.
Constructed in 1882, this magnificent hotel has played host to an array of distinguished visitors, ranging from Oscar Wilde and Enrico Caruso to contemporary stars like Keanu Reeves and Jude Law. Its prime location paired with sumptuous interiors makes it a favored choice amongst affluent travelers.
Over the years since its establishment, the hotel has experienced a number of renovations, becoming a shining jewel of Neapolitan culture opposite the historic Castel dell’Ovo. It provides lavish rooms, adorned with refined elegance and equipped with state-of-the-art amenities, preserving a sense of vintage charm.
Every room is embellished with chic details, glossy wooden floors, and streamlined furniture. The guest quarters are all air-conditioned, featuring modern bathroom facilities, and boast a stunning balcony with panoramic views of the marina, Capri Island, and Sorrento.
The Grand Hotel Vesuvio is also the proud home of the exceptional Caruso restaurant. This fine-dining establishment, named after the famous visitor Enrico Caruso, is situated on the rooftop garden on the ninth floor.
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Recent guest reviews
17 July 2024
Very good
Excellent breakfast, great sea view
TV channels very poor selection in English, and many/most of those with "no signal"
15 July 2024
Classic luxury at it's best in Naples!
The staff at the hotel were excellent. They were kind and helpful with luggage, directions, and recommendations for the local area. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet as it was well appointed with selections of both European and American cuisine. Great location along the water front.
The property suggests there is an outdoor rooftop pool. It is actually the size of a small hot tub and was closed during our stay. We had planned to relax in the afternoon by the pool on the roof before our early morning flight the next day, which was not possible.
7 July 2024
Exceptional
The breakfast is exceptional. Everything was so good and fresh! The gym was very nice, the spa area very charming and cozy. We got an upgrade with our room and had a partial view on the sea! The location is perfect, situated on the water front. Lots of restaurants nearby. The room was super comfy, very clean and beautiful! The rooftop bar has an amazing view of the bay, it was magical!
4 July 2024
Amazing location
Location
Food
30 June 2024
Loved the helpful staff the most.
Staff was really helpful and nice.
Mini bar was lacking options. Tv reception was poor.
29 June 2024
Fabulous
Beautiful hotel. Gorgeous breakfast. No outdoor pool which is a shame.
29 June 2024
Bellissima vista sulla baia di Napoli
Classic elegance.
Nothing
26 June 2024
Exceptional
Outstanding service
Slow Wi-Fi
23 June 2024
Great location and service.
Awesome staff and location. The rooftop bar is at another level.
Flexibility of date changes.
17 June 2024
Exceptional
The hotel location was amazing close to everywhere. The stuff was so friendly helpful. The breakfast was delicious and nice. Whatever you order exactly they are doing it for you
The Gym
16 June 2024
Exceptional luxury with view of Vesuvius
The hotel is ideally located and the breakfast buffet was exceptional.
there is no outdoor pool in the solarium
15 June 2024
Exceptional experiance in Napolies in excelent Hotel
Excellent Facility and Location . Nice area and good view.
Staff are excellent. Breakfast was delicious. Receptionist was so helpful and acomidating
13 June 2024
A perfect place to stay for a few days. By the sea, close to restaurants and walking distance to do
Great location on the waterfront. Amazing rooftop bar. Helpful staff.
No outdoor swimming pool.
7 June 2024
Lovely hotel!
Fabulous; care, food, view, service, etc.
N/A
3 June 2024
Exceptional
Fantastic breakfast room has beautiful view
Nothing
1 June 2024
Very good
Beautiful hotel, old fashioned decor. Superb location for views. Safety: no retail around the hotel, just a couple of other elegant hotels.
20 May 2024
A 5 star experience.
Location. View from room
The roof top bar kept asking me for my room number, after I had given it to one of them.
14 May 2024
Old style hotel. Needs refurbishment. Not a value for money.
Excellent Breakfast and Location
7 May 2024
Beautiful hotel
I had booked this trip to celebrate the 20th anniversary of wedding with my wife. The welcome has been splendid !
7 May 2024
Exceptional
breakfeast great rooms wonderful location great
6 May 2024
Very good
Great location, with a stunning view of Gulf of Naples, and a lot of very good restaurants and bar at walking distance. Staff impressed by their professionalism and their friendliness. Great breakfast.
Not ideal for access to public transportation, with the nearest tube station being more than 20 min walk away
2 May 2024
sensational
fantastic breakfast , our room was sensational, reception super authentic and great enegy.
2 May 2024
A fine experience but don't understand the pricing.
Professional, attentive staff
Food sub-optimal and over-priced
30 April 2024
Great location, friendly staff
Location and service
The Caruso restaurant- the service was not good and the desserts we awful
24 April 2024
Exceptional
Good atmosphere, beautiful view from the rooftop bar and from the room as well. The service in the restaurant is excellent and the food is also very delicious.
The breakfast selection could be better.
13 April 2024
Naples vacation
Lovely hotel. Breakfast good.
8 April 2024
Gorgeous hotel
Stunning property and location
Room 540 or 541 with the bath. The shower head could not be adjusted to tilt downwards and sprayed water everywhere. We had to use multiple towels across the floor to avoid slipping
16 March 2024
Outstanding comfort and great service
Staff was wonderful. Breakfast buffet was very good (it’s Italy, so skip the pancakes and don’t expect a real hard boiled egg). Bed was very comfortable.
If we have to nit pick, the bathroom should have an exhaust fan. Also, you have to ask for a coffee maker (no charge), but they don’t seem to have creamer in your room. We asked and got none. Very minor issues. Otherwise really comfortable.
14 February 2024
Perfect
Everything
Nothing
10 January 2024
Fabulous
Nice staff. Nice view Excellent food
We have to book for the swimming pool. And close on Sunday.
8 January 2024
the staff really went the extra mile for everything. it was a lovely experience
it’s a lovely hotel with wonderful staff
23 December 2023
wonderful
they need to work more on the breakfast menu.. for me was good but people from our region prefer more options not everyday the same food but the breakfast staff were awesome and so friendly
22 December 2023
Exceptional
Great location, beautiful view, stellar service!
Nothing- it is a gem!
3 December 2023
Excellent place to stay în Napoli
Excellent location, by the sea, facing Castel Uovo and with a view to Vesuvio, very friendly and helpful staff, very good facilities. We will always choose Grand Hotel Vesuvio for a visit în Napoli and Amalfi Coast.
Totul a fost bine.
3 December 2023
Fabulous
Breakfast, location, bed
3 November 2023
satisfied
good location and breakfast
23 October 2023
A stunning hotel that I cannot recommend highly enough
The hotel is beautifully appointed and the furniture and fittings are stunning. The reception and staff were extremely helpful. Breakfast was stunning.
17 October 2023
Classic and comfortable Hotel. Naples, nothing to remember.
Excellent breakfast!
The bathroom a bit old.
17 October 2023
Vesuvio, the best side of Naples
Vesuvio is always a safe harbor for the visitor: staff, breakfast, dinner, ... everything at its best
A smoking area could be appreciable, nut the kindness of the staff covers its lack
17 October 2023
Fabulous
amazing
12 October 2023
Excellent
Location
No rooftop pool
10 October 2023
Beautiful hotel, staff not as good
A beautiful hotel in a stunning location
The customer service was a bit of a comedy of errors - especially one female receptionist/ concierge - which would be ok if one were not paying 680 euros a night - at that price, one expects the customer service to be worthy of this beautiful hotel
10 October 2023
Great location, fine hotel and would certainly return if visiting Naples again
Nice room, great buffet breakfast & spectacular rooftop bar & terrace. Staff in every area of the hotel were friendly and polite.
it was all good
8 October 2023
Coccooned.
Great breakfast and rooftop bar (pricey drinks with free nibbles). Interesting, but small, spa and pool were a bonus. Lots of restaurants nearby.
There's an odd gap if you want an early dinner, with the bar closing for food around 6 (negotiable?), yet the restaurant not opening until 8.30...!
6 October 2023
An excellent place to stay.
Excellent location, with a breathtaking view on the Bay of Naples. A comfortable, well-proportioned room with a balcony. Friendly and courteous staff.
I cannot say there was anything I did not like, but I would prefer being able to go to the swimming pool without booking it in advance. 8 p.m. start of dinner service was a bit late for, so I did not visit the restaurant.
5 October 2023
Best location in Naples!!
Everything!!
Nothinh!!
27 September 2023
Staff, location, caruso restaurant!! All good!!
Everything was what you expect from ‘ a leading hotels of the world’ hotel!!
Nothing really!!
27 September 2023
Normal , not up to the leading hotels
Good breakfast . Missing prosciutto Parma
Weak concierge, not wiling to help
25 September 2023
Excellent hotel to stay in Napoli Don’t stay anywhere else
Excellent staff clean beautiful hotel
Nothing
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Breakfast in the room
- - Snack bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Air conditioning
- - Pet bowls
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre (additional charge)
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Sauna
- - Fitness centre
- - Solarium
- - Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- - Indoor pool
- - Open-air bath
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
- - Fitness
- - Fitness/spa locker rooms
Outdoors
- - Terrace
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Parking
- - Parking garage
- - Electric vehicle charging station
- - Accessible parking
Pool and wellness
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Fire extinguishers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available
20 July 2024
Luxurious oasis in a bustling city port