Hotel
Grand Hotel Vesuvio
Historic five-star hotel on the Via Partenope seafront, welcoming guests since 1882, with 160 rooms and a ninth-floor restaurant overlooking the bay.
Hotel Palazzo Decumani
Four-star hotel filling a restored early 20th-century palazzo in the historic centre, a few minutes from Via San Gregorio Armeno and the Duomo.
At a glance
- Type
- Four-star boutique hotel
- Area
- Centro Storico, Naples, Italy
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Hotel class
- 4-star
- Official site
- palazzodecumani.com
Good to know
- Buffet breakfast
- Gluten-free options
- American bar
- Free Wi-Fi
- Airport and station transfers
- Parking arranged
Why we recommend it
Hotel Palazzo Decumani occupies an entire early 20th-century palazzo in the historic centre, near Via San Gregorio Armeno. It describes itself as a four-star residence of charm, and the building has been restored in a conservative way that combines contemporary style with the original structure. For visitors who want to be in the middle of the old town but prefer a hotel with full services to a small guesthouse, it is one of the most comfortable choices.
Room categories include Deluxe rooms and Junior Suites, both of which come with a courtesy tray. Breakfast is a buffet, with gluten-free dishes available on request, which is not always easy to find in Naples. The American bar opens every day from 18.00 to 23.30, a convenient place for a drink before heading out to dinner on Via dei Tribunali. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout.
The hotel offers useful practical services: private transfers to and from the station, airport and port, external laundry, parking arranged with a nearby garage, and excursions around Campania with a private car and guide. Driving in the old town is difficult, so if you arrive by car, ask the hotel for instructions in advance.
The location is the main selling point. Via del Grande Archivio, named after the State Archive housed nearby, is a short street a few steps from Via San Gregorio Armeno, Napoli Sotterranea and the pizzerias of Via dei Tribunali. The Duomo and Pio Monte della Misericordia are about five minutes' walk away, and Spaccanapoli, Cappella Sansevero and Santa Chiara are within ten minutes. Napoli Centrale station is around 15 minutes on foot, and Duomo station on metro Line 1 is the nearest stop. The surrounding streets are lively by day and in the evening, but the hotel itself provides a quiet retreat.
It suits couples and culture-focused travellers who want to explore the historic centre on foot, and families can use the larger room types. Prices are mid to upper range for Naples, offering four-star comfort without the price of the seafront grand hotels. Book early for weekends and the Christmas season, when the nativity workshops around the corner draw crowds.
Hotel Palazzo Decumani FAQs
How many stars does Hotel Palazzo Decumani have?
It is a four-star hotel.
Where is it?
At Via del Grande Archivio 8, in the historic centre near Via San Gregorio Armeno.
Is breakfast included?
A buffet breakfast is served, with gluten-free options on request.
Is there a bar?
Yes, an American bar open daily from 18.00 to 23.30.
Does the hotel offer transfers?
Yes, private transfers to and from the station, airport and port.
Is there parking?
Parking can be arranged through the hotel.
How do I contact the hotel?
By phone on +39 081 420 1379 or by email at [email protected].
What is nearby?
Via San Gregorio Armeno, Napoli Sotterranea, the Duomo and Via dei Tribunali.