Grand Hotel Vesuvio, Naples
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“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
12 September 2023
Amazing staying in Naples in passeggiata Caracciolo with the best view rooftop bar with amazing view of Naples bay!
The location , the staff and the amazing roof terrace
There is nothing i really didn t like about this grand hotel!
10 September 2023
A very relaxing and pampered stay. Thank you
Loved our stay, everything from the location, accommodation, staff, facilities and meals were superb. Sunset on the sky deck is fabulous. The staff were extremely approachable and helpful.
9 September 2023
bella Napoli
fantastic breakfast buffet and very nice staff - location perfect at the seafront and little port with great restarants - sea front walking very nice and closed to central - very nice roof terrasse for drinks and relax
the room size was very small - nice view and balcony toped up this small room
6 September 2023
luxury hotel in the centre of naples
stunningly beautiful hotel . very polished both in decor and in service by all staff members . a sense of history set against the backdrop of mt vesuvius.
nothing
3 September 2023
Great stay, good location, utterly clean
Location
2 September 2023
Good, staff very helpful
Location, room size/view
Sky bar-closed and couldn’t access pool
30 August 2023
Great location for visiting Naples , plenty of restaurants albeit Pizzerias.
The hotel is located by the marina port, there are plenty of good resultants in the vicinity. The hotel itself is very nice, rooms were more than adequate. Breakfast offering and quality is very good, all the staff were very pleasant and very helpful .
I really can’t think of anything negative to say about our stay.
28 August 2023
Fabulous
The location. The ambience of the hotel . Staff very nice and professional
26 August 2023
Seems to be losing its luster a bit, but still acceptable.
A beautiful classic hotel where we also stayed for a week 6 years ago. At the time it was an opulent and chic hotel with a personal approach that we still talked about years later, that's how good the experience was. Now 6 years later we are somewhat disappointed and we had to temper expectations. Post covid, staff, attention and small details such as complementary water, water for the road, coffee maker in the room, etc. seem to have been cut back. These are small details, but of great importance at this level of hotelery. Grade 8/10. Value for money 7/10.
The room with sea view has little added value compared to the other rooms because it is smaller.
24 August 2023
Very good
Location
Swimming pool
23 August 2023
Exceptional
Location was perfect for walking alone the sea front - lots of bars and restaurants in the same area. Hotel staff were excellent - couldn’t do enough to make sure you had everything you needed.
First class experience
Nothing
18 August 2023
Fabulous
The service, the location, the rooftop bar, the hotel is beautiful.
13 August 2023
Amazing
Lovely property very clean with great staff who where always helpful
Nothing
7 August 2023
It is an amazing hotel and we felt very lucky to have stayed there!
Everything was excellent including the rooftop patio, breakfast, the room, the service and the pool area. We loved it!
3 August 2023
Thoroughly recommend
The location was superb, very scenic
3 August 2023
Fabulous
location
30 July 2023
Beyond fab.
Was fab fab. Great rooms sensational breakfast
V well located
Nothing
29 July 2023
I love this place
Best location in Napoli, very clean rooms, amazing breakfast. Very quiet and clean. Great service
25 July 2023
Exceptional
Elegant clean
24 July 2023
Exceptional
Breakfast excellent
Would have ever been good to have outdoor pool
21 July 2023
Exceptional
The breakfast was excellent and the entire staff was friendly and accommodating!
21 July 2023
Very enjoyable bur restricted by the heatwave!!
Excellent location close to good range of restaurants & bars
18 July 2023
just a pit stop on way to Bari, had to divert 300 KM just to savour the Hotel again
best Hotel and Location in all of Naples, stayed a few times now , would never miss it
15 July 2023
A trip we will remember forever! Simply amazing!
We loved the location and views. Easy access to ferry for Capri and restraints were with walking distance!
We loved the property!
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
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