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Eurostars Hotel ExcelsiorvsHotel Rex
Both hotels are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Eurostars Hotel Excelsior is preferred by most professionals compared to Hotel Rex. Eurostars Hotel Excelsior scores 90 with accolades from 8 publications including Time Out, DK Eyewitness and Star Service.
Eurostars Hotel Excelsior
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Oyster
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Star Service
Lonely Planet
Via Partenope 48, 80121 Naples
From $86/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Frommer's "In our opinion, this Starwood property has more of a feeling of old-fashioned glamour than its sister hotel, the Vesuvius, and its prices are slightly lower." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This belle époque palazzo is the grande dame of Naples’ plush hotels, and it has seen everyone from movie royalty to real monarchs pass through its elegant doors."
Time Out "A Neapolitan landmark, it exerts a heady glamour - helped by its enviable position overlooking the bay, with Vesuvius as the backdrop and the Borgo Marinaro right opposite." Full review
OysterUpscale
"Built in 1908 and considered one of the classic hotels of Naples, the Hotel Excelsior is adorned with crystal chandeliers, antiques, and Italian marble floors in its sumptuous public spaces." Full review
Fodor's "Maharajahs, emperors, and Hollywood legends have stayed at this grand-tradition outpost that opened in 1909." Full review
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After a day of sightseeing, repair to the peaceful piano bar, where the barman mixes the driest martini in town (ask for a Hemingway).
The Telegraph8.0
"One of Naples’ original grand hotels, the opulent Excelsior has been given a thorough facelift." Full review
Star Service "Highlights include ubiquitous bay vistas, superlative dining and a wonderful spa. This majestic belle epoque palace overlooks Vesuvius." Full review
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Starwood members should be sure to request an upgrade.
Lonely Planet "Facing yacht-packed Borgo Marinaro, the Excelsior sets the scene for your own Pretty Woman moment." Full review
Hotel Rex Frommer's DK Eyewitness
Via Palepoli, 12, 80132 Naples
From $61/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "In a 19th-century palace by the most famous harborside area of Naples, only steps from the top-notch hotels of Via Partenope, it offers spacious accommodations at moderate prices." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Located by the sea in the famous Santa Lucia district, just around the corner from Naples’ bastions of luxury, this hotel is full of period style."
