Grand Hotel Parker'svsHotel San Francesco al Monte
Both hotels are praised by writers. Overall, Grand Hotel Parker's scores marginally better than Hotel San Francesco al Monte. Grand Hotel Parker's scores 88 with accolades from 9 reviewers including Rough Guide, Fodor's and Oyster.
Grand Hotel Parker's
Corso Vittorio Emanuele 135, 80121 Naples
From $220/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"The public spaces are splendid and definitely worth a visit, even if you are not staying in the hotel." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This fine old hotel was a Grand Tour stopover. Restored to its former glory, it boasts antiques, chandeliers and original art."
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Be sure to visit the wonderful library, full of antiquarian books.
Rough Guide
"This upmarket and extremely comfortable hotel claims to be the oldest in Naples, and has hosted Oscar Wilde and Virginia Woolf, as well as King Vittorio Emanuele himself."
Time Out
"A favourite with 19th-century British travellers, Parker's has a long and august history." Full review
Star Service
"This a delightful and historic traditional hotel situated up on Vomero hill above the Bay of Naples, with views of Castel dell'Ovo and Mergellina in the distance." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Dating back to 1870, the luxe 82-room Grand Hotel Parker’s -- with antiques and historic architecture -- is set above the Bay of Naples, overlooking Mount Vesuvius." Full review
Fodor's
"Midway up the Vomero hill, with fine views of the bay and distant Capri, this landmark hotel, first opened in 1870, continues to serve up a supremely elegant dose of old-style atmosphere." Full review
Jetsetter
"Elegant 19th-century grande dame with an impressive wine cellar and a rooftop restaurant overlooking the Bay of Naples." Full review
The Telegraph
6.0
"With sublime views over the Bay of Naples, this grande dame sits on a hill above the city and has a prestigious history." Full review
Hotel San Francesco al Monte
Corso Vittorio Emanuele 328, 80135 Naples
From $142/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Housed in a 16th-century monastery, this hotel is magnificent." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This atmospheric 16thcentury Franciscan monastery opened as a hotel in 2002. All of the now-luxurious former monks’ cells have views over the bay."
Time Out
"This hotel was converted from the Santa Lucia al Monte convent, founded in 1557 by the Minori Conventuali monks." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 45-room Hotel San Francesco al Monte is a charming property converted from a 16th-century monastery." Full review
Fodor's
"Surprisingly spacious, simply decorated rooms, many with their own hot tubs and furnishings no monk would dream of. Also there are majolica-tile floors, and stunning views of the city below." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Occupying an 16th-century convent, this four-star hotel is located some way from the centre of the city, but the pay-off is magnificent views and prices are competitive." Full review
Frommer's
"The hillside location is a handy refuge...an easy walk or funicular ride away from the sights, and views from all the rooms and several airy glassed-in and outdoor lounges sweep across the city " Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Occupying a 16th-century monastery, this hotel is magnificent. The monks' cells have become classically elegant rooms, the ancient cloisters house an open-air bar" Full review