Table of Contents
- The hotels at a glance
- Santa Chiara Boutique Hotel
- Costantinopoli 104
- Hotel Piazza Bellini & Apartments
- Palazzo Decumani
- Hotel Matilde – Lifestyle Hotel
- Hotel Il Convento
- La Ciliegina Lifestyle Hotel
- Palazzo Turchini
- Palazzo Alabardieri
- De Bonart Naples, Curio Collection by Hilton
- ROMEO Napoli
- Rex Lifestyle Hotel
- Choosing a room and location in Naples
- Frequently asked questions
Santa Chiara is a strong choice for a historic suite on Spaccanapoli, Costantinopoli 104 for a garden pool, and Rex for a base near the Santa Lucia promenade. The best boutique hotels in Naples, Italy also include private-terrace rooms, contemporary courtyard hotels and art-led stays overlooking the harbour. Choose the room layout and part of the city together: a mezzanine suite, a shared rooftop and a sea-view room offer quite different stays.
The hotels at a glance
| Hotel & neighbourhood | Best for | Main tradeoff |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Chiara Boutique HotelSpaccanapoli | Historic palazzo suites | The building’s lift does not remove the stairs inside mezzanine suites. |
| Costantinopoli 104Bellini | Garden swimming pool | Junior Suites involve an internal change of level, and a balcony comes only with some of them. |
| Hotel Piazza Bellini & ApartmentsBellini | Contemporary rooms and courtyard | Terrace rooms sleep two; the larger family categories serve a different need. |
| Palazzo DecumaniGrande Archivio | Outward-facing Superior rooms | A Deluxe reservation does not guarantee both a balcony and a bathtub. |
| Hotel Matilde – Lifestyle HotelGalleria Umberto | King doubles and queen-plus-single triples | A Galleria outlook is subject to availability, rather than guaranteed by the category. |
| Hotel Il ConventoQuartieri Spagnoli | Private-terrace Deluxe rooms | Family rooms involve stairs to the loft. |
| La Ciliegina Lifestyle HotelMunicipio | Shared roof terrace with Jacuzzi | The rooftop Jacuzzi is shared and is a hot tub, not a swimming pool. |
| Palazzo TurchiniMedina | Junior Suite with private roof terrace | The terrace is a Junior Suite feature, rather than a hotel-wide room benefit. |
| Palazzo Alabardierilower Chiaia | Palazzo setting and family bed choices | Connecting rooms need a request; booking two rooms does not secure a connection. |
| De Bonart Naples, Curio Collection by Hiltonelevated Chiaia | Art-led interiors and sea-view Deluxe rooms | The hotel is elevated above the seafront, rather than on the promenade. |
| ROMEO Napolithe port | Harbour-view rooms and rooftop pools | The port address offers a different setting from the Santa Lucia promenade. |
| Rex Lifestyle HotelSanta Lucia | Liberty building near the promenade | Executive does not guarantee a balcony or a front-facing sea panorama. |
Historic-centre palazzi and courtyard hotels
Santa Chiara Boutique Hotel
Spaccanapoli
Best for Historic palazzo suites
At a glance
- Arrival
- Via Benedetto Croce 23.
- Room to book
- Junior, for two guests.
- Room features
- Mezzanine sleeping space; internal stairs matter here.
Room options
- Junior24 m² with a mezzanine and a windowed bathroom with shower.
- Family Double62 m², two mezzanines and two bathrooms, with courtyard windows.
- ExecutiveTwo versions have different mezzanine beds: one has two singles, the other a queen. Both offer balconies onto Spaccanapoli.
Hotel facilities & services
- BreakfastBreakfast is served from 07:00 to 10:00, with breakfast-room, room and terrace options.
- Reception & luggage storageReception operates around the clock; luggage storage is free.
- Arrival, parking & porterThe hotel provides restricted-traffic arrival directions, an external parking arrangement and porter assistance.
Why choose it
- The suite layouts make the palazzo part of the stay, with separate levels and historic architectural details.
- Family Double provides two bathrooms as well as divided sleeping spaces.
What to consider
- The building’s lift does not remove the stairs inside mezzanine suites.
- Vehicle drop-off can be at Piazza San Domenico Maggiore when the pedestrian street is busy.
Santa Chiara brings a stay on Spaccanapoli inside Palazzo Tufarelli, with hotel suites arranged around the historic building’s levels.
See the hotel suite categories.
Junior suits a couple drawn to a mezzanine bedroom. For a family, the appeal of Family Double is the separation between sleeping spaces and the convenience of a second bathroom. Have the hotel confirm that suite for your exact party.
Book from the hotel’s noble-floor suite collection; Tufarelli Glam Rooms are offered separately. Use the hotel’s arrival instructions when arranging a car or taxi so the final approach matches the entrance on Spaccanapoli.
Costantinopoli 104
Bellini
Best for Garden swimming pool
At a glance
- Arrival
- Via Santa Maria di Costantinopoli 104.
- Room to book
- Classic, for two people.
- Room features
- Shared garden and swimming pool.
Room options
- ClassicA room for two with traditional furnishings and artwork.
- Junior SuiteA two-level layout. Some garden-facing suites have an independent balcony.
Hotel facilities & services
- Garden swimming poolThe garden has a swimming pool for guests.
- BreakfastBreakfast is available; inclusion depends on the offer booked.
- Indoor parkingIndoor parking is advertised at €35 a day.
- In-room massagesIn-room massages are available.
Why choose it
- The garden gives you somewhere to spend time between outings around the historic centre.
- Villa interiors and contemporary art give the stay character beyond the garden.
What to consider
- Junior Suites involve an internal change of level, and a balcony comes only with some of them.
Costantinopoli 104 combines a historic villa, contemporary art and a garden swimming pool in the upper historic centre.
Compare the Classic and Junior Suite.
Start with Classic if you expect to spend your downtime in the garden. For outdoor space beside the bedroom, compare one of the balcony Junior Suites with the Terrace category at nearby Piazza Bellini. The choice is between a split-level suite with a garden outlook and a room with its own panoramic terrace.
If swimming is a priority, confirm the pool’s availability for your dates. Parking and in-room massages add options for a stay with more time at the villa.
Hotel Piazza Bellini & Apartments
Bellini
Best for Contemporary rooms and courtyard
At a glance
- Arrival
- Via Santa Maria di Costantinopoli 101.
- Room to book
- Terrace, for a maximum of two guests.
- Room features
- Private terrace in that category; shared hotel courtyard.
Room options
- Terrace12–20 m² with a private panoramic terrace and a shower bathroom.
- Standard14–20 m² for two; an outlook supplement is offered.
- Family20–32 m², for up to five guests.
- Duplex26–45 m², for up to five, with a sitting area at entrance level and a queen bed on the mezzanine.
Hotel facilities & services
- BreakfastBreakfast is served in the hall and courtyard from 07:30 to 10:30.
- Buvette BarBuvette Bar serves drinks and snacks from 11:00 to 21:30.
- CourtyardThe courtyard provides shared outdoor seating within the building.
Why choose it
- Couples can choose private outdoor space without booking an apartment.
- Family and Duplex categories accommodate larger parties within the hotel inventory.
What to consider
- Terrace rooms sleep two; the larger family categories serve a different need.
- Duplex rooms have internal stairs to the mezzanine.
Piazza Bellini suits travellers who want contemporary hotel rooms in an older building, with a courtyard for breakfast and drinks.
The hotel room inventory is separate from the apartments.
For a couple, Terrace trades a large bedroom for somewhere outside to sit. The outlook is across the city, and the courtyard gives Standard-room guests another place to linger.
For larger parties, compare Family with Duplex before deciding how much separation you want within the room. The breakfast and bar spaces also give everyone somewhere to gather outside it.
Palazzo Decumani
Grande Archivio
Best for Outward-facing Superior rooms
At a glance
- Arrival
- Via del Grande Archivio 8.
- Room to book
- Superior, with large outward-facing windows.
- Room features
- Early twentieth-century palazzo with contemporary interiors.
Room options
- Superior25 m², king bed and windows facing the historic centre.
- Classic20 m² with an inward outlook and a shower bathroom.
- Deluxe30 m², king bed, balcony or large windows, and bath or rain shower. A third bed is on request.
- Junior Suite30 m² with separate bedroom and living room, a king bed and convertible sofa.
Hotel facilities & services
- BreakfastBuffet breakfast is available, with gluten-free options on request.
- BarThe bar opens from 18:00 to 23:30.
- Transfers & nearby garagePrivate transfers and an arrangement with a nearby garage are available.
Why choose it
- Superior faces the historic centre without requiring a suite booking.
- Junior Suite separates the bedroom from the living space.
What to consider
- A Deluxe reservation does not guarantee both a balcony and a bathtub.
- Driving into the restricted-traffic area requires the hotel’s vehicle-registration instructions.
At Palazzo Decumani, book Superior for windows onto the historic centre or Junior Suite for a separate living room.
Compare the official room categories.
Superior puts the emphasis on the view from its large windows. Junior Suite uses its extra space differently, separating the bedroom from the living room. Classic is the inward-facing alternative for a stay spent mostly out exploring.
This is Palazzo Decumani on Grande Archivio, a different property from Decumani Hotel de Charme. For a car arrival, follow the hotel’s location guidance and arrange the registration details before entering the restricted area.
Boutique hotels around Toledo and Municipio
Hotel Matilde – Lifestyle Hotel
Galleria Umberto
Best for King doubles and queen-plus-single triples
At a glance
- Arrival
- Piazzetta Matilde Serao 7, first floor, interno 1.
- Room to book
- Superior, for two people plus one infant in a cot.
- Room features
- City or Galleria, subject to availability.
Room options
- SuperiorKing bed measuring 180 × 200 cm; two guests plus one infant in a cot.
- ClassicQueen bed measuring 160 × 190 cm, with the same guest allowance.
- DeluxeQueen bed plus one single bed; three guests plus one infant in a cot.
- SingleA room for one traveller.
Hotel facilities & services
- BreakfastBuffet breakfast includes hot dishes and a gluten-free selection.
- Bar & receptionThe hotel has a bar and 24-hour reception.
- Concierge, room service & laundryConcierge transfer assistance, room service, laundry and affiliated parking are available.
Why choose it
- Deluxe gives a third traveller a single bed alongside the queen.
- The hotel combines a historic palazzo setting with contemporary interiors inspired by Matilde Serao.
What to consider
- A Galleria outlook is subject to availability, rather than guaranteed by the category.
- Arrival is at a first-floor hotel entrance inside the building.
Matilde is a good fit for couples or a party of three wanting a contemporary room beside the Galleria Umberto and Toledo area.
All these categories have shower bathrooms. See Matilde’s rooms.
A couple may prefer Superior for its king bed; three people need the queen-and-single arrangement in Deluxe. The extra cot allowance is for an infant, so include any older child within the room’s guest limit.
Keep the first-floor entrance and interno number with your arrival details. Arrange transfer help or affiliated parking through the hotel and ask for the terms of the service you need.
Hotel Il Convento
Quartieri Spagnoli
Best for Private-terrace Deluxe rooms
At a glance
- Arrival
- Via Speranzella 137a.
- Room to book
- Deluxe Double Room with Terrace.
- Booking conditions
- Check-in from 15:00; checkout by 11:00.
Room options
- Deluxe Double Room with TerraceDouble or twin beds and private outdoor space on the top floor.
- Standard DoublePrivate balcony overlooking the streets of the Quartieri Spagnoli.
- TripleDouble plus single, or three single beds.
- FamilyUpstairs loft layout for up to five people.
Hotel facilities & services
- Breakfast & room deliveryBreakfast runs from 07:30 to 10:00 on floor A, with free room-service delivery during those hours.
- Dietary requirementsVegan, vegetarian and gluten-free breakfast requirements can be requested when booking.
- CotA cot for children aged 0–2 is free when requested in advance.
- Luggage storageLuggage storage is free before check-in and after checkout.
Why choose it
- The Deluxe terrace is attached to your room.
- A Triple can accommodate friends in three separate beds.
What to consider
- Family rooms involve stairs to the loft.
- The hotel has no garage of its own; a nearby garage needs advance booking and a quote based on vehicle size.
Il Convento stands out for its two top-floor Deluxe rooms with private terraces and its separate Family rooms with upstairs lofts.
See the room choices.
For two people planning to spend time outside the room, the private Deluxe terrace is the draw. Standard Double still gives you a balcony overlooking the neighbourhood streets. A larger party will need to compare the Triple’s bed choices with the Family loft.
Breakfast delivery lets you use the terrace in the morning; the delivery is free, while breakfast inclusion depends on your meal plan. The hotel FAQ sets out the advance arrangements for cots, luggage and the nearby garage.
La Ciliegina Lifestyle Hotel
Municipio
Best for Shared roof terrace with Jacuzzi
At a glance
- Arrival
- Via Paolo Emilio Imbriani 30.
- Room to book
- Deluxe double or twin, for two guests.
- Room features
- Shared two-level Terrazza dei Gabbiani with a Jacuzzi and loungers.
Room options
- Deluxe double or twin20 m², one shower bathroom; request separate twin beds in the booking notes.
- Junior Suite25 m² for two, with a king Hästens bed and an in-room Jacuzzi hydromassage bath.
Hotel facilities & services
- Shared rooftop & JacuzziThe shared roof terrace has a Jacuzzi and seating areas.
- Summer breakfast & barBreakfast and bar service use the terrace in summer.
- Transfers, parking & luggageTransfers and parking reservations can be arranged; luggage storage is available.
Why choose it
- The shared roof adds outdoor space to a stay in a Deluxe room.
- Junior Suite is the alternative for a hydromassage bath inside the room.
What to consider
- The rooftop Jacuzzi is shared and is a hot tub, not a swimming pool.
La Ciliegina suits a couple who wants Mediterranean interiors and a shared rooftop to use beyond the bedroom.
Compare the Deluxe and Junior Suite.
Deluxe suits a couple happy to use the shared rooftop Jacuzzi. Junior Suite is worth comparing if an in-room hydromassage bath is part of the appeal of the stay.
Bespoke Neapolitan furniture and Mediterranean fabrics give the interiors their character. The hotel’s shared spaces are part of that appeal, particularly when summer breakfast moves outside.
Palazzo Turchini
Medina
Best for Junior Suite with private roof terrace
At a glance
- Arrival
- Via Medina 21/22.
- Room to book
- Junior Suite, for two people.
- Room features
- Restored seventeenth-century noble building near Municipio.
Room options
- Junior SuiteDouble bed, small sitting area, shower bathroom and private small roof terrace.
- ClassicDouble room for two.
Hotel facilities & services
- Breakfast, room service & luggageBreakfast, room service and luggage storage are available.
- Reception & liftReception operates 24 hours; the building has a lift.
- Airport shuttleAirport shuttle service carries a surcharge.
- Nearby parkingNearby private parking is paid.
Why choose it
- Junior Suite provides private outdoor space as well as a sitting area.
- The Medina address works for a stay centred around Municipio.
What to consider
- The terrace is a Junior Suite feature, rather than a hotel-wide room benefit.
- Airport transport and nearby parking are separate paid services.
Palazzo Turchini’s Junior Suite pairs a small private roof terrace with a palazzo base near Municipio.
See the Junior Suite and Classic categories.
Turchini and La Ciliegina offer two different ways to spend time outside near Municipio: a small terrace attached to a Junior Suite, or a shared roof with a Jacuzzi. At Turchini, the Junior’s sitting area also gives you somewhere indoors to unwind.
The seventeenth-century building adds a historic setting to this part of the shortlist. Use the hotel’s 24-hour reception to arrange arrival and any paid airport transfer.
Chiaia, the harbour and Santa Lucia
Palazzo Alabardieri
lower Chiaia
Best for Palazzo setting and family bed choices
At a glance
- Arrival
- Via Alabardieri 38, near Piazza dei Martiri.
- Room to book
- Superior for a couple; compare the named family categories for a larger party.
- Room features
- Palazzo interiors and shared lounges in the Chiaia shopping area.
Room options
- SuperiorTwin or queen bed, bath or shower, with an extra bed possible.
- ClassicA smaller alternative with a desk and wardrobe.
- Family TripleDouble plus single, or three singles.
- Family QuadrupleDouble bed plus a sofa for two.
Hotel facilities & services
- Amazzone bar & reading roomAmerican Bar Amazzone and a reading room provide shared indoor spaces.
- Porter & room servicePorter assistance and room service are available.
- Babysitting & shuttleBabysitting and shuttle services are on request.
- Small petsSmall pets are accepted on request with a supplement.
Why choose it
- Triple rooms offer separate beds for friends; Quadruple rooms keep a party of four together.
- Lower Chiaia provides a different base from the elevated Corso Vittorio Emanuele hotels.
What to consider
- Connecting rooms need a request; booking two rooms does not secure a connection.
- Superior bathrooms have a bath or shower, rather than one fixed arrangement.
For a family staying in lower Chiaia, Palazzo Alabardieri offers practical Triple and Quadruple room layouts in a palazzo setting.
Connecting rooms are on request. See the room categories.
Start with the bed arrangement when travelling as a family or group. A Triple with three singles can suit friends, while the Quadruple uses a sofa for two of its sleeping places. For more separation, ask the hotel to confirm connecting rooms.
For a couple, Superior gives more room than Classic, while the bar and reading room offer somewhere to sit outside the bedroom. This is a base among the streets around Piazza dei Martiri, with the hotel’s lounges to return to.
De Bonart Naples, Curio Collection by Hilton
elevated Chiaia
Best for Art-led interiors and sea-view Deluxe rooms
At a glance
- Arrival
- Corso Vittorio Emanuele 133.
- Room to book
- Deluxe, with a sea view.
- Sleeps
- Deluxe and Superior accommodate two adults plus one child aged 0–36 months.
Room options
- Deluxe21–30 m², sea view, with bath or shower.
- Superior18–26 m², with either a sea or hill view and the same occupancy allowance.
Hotel facilities & services
- The Pavillon breakfastThe Pavillon serves breakfast; it carries a charge unless included in the booked plan.
- Dining, room service & fitnessRestaurant dining, room service and fitness facilities are available.
- Interlude Wellbeing LoungeInterlude Wellbeing Lounge offers a salt room, Turkish bath and ice fall. Treatments require a reservation.
- Spa age policySpa access is for ages 16 and over; guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Why choose it
- Deluxe makes the sea outlook part of the room choice.
- Art, dining and wellness facilities give reasons to spend time at the hotel.
What to consider
- The hotel is elevated above the seafront, rather than on the promenade.
- The additional-child allowance in these rooms is limited to ages 0–36 months.
De Bonart is the choice for art-led interiors and a sea-view room above the seafront on Corso Vittorio Emanuele.
If you’re choosing De Bonart for the sea, book Deluxe. Superior is the alternative when you’re happy with either a sea or hill outlook.
Art runs through this heritage hotel, and its breakfast room and spa give you reasons to leave time free at the hotel. The elevated address is part of that choice: you’re staying above the seafront, with a sea-facing room if you choose Deluxe.
ROMEO Napoli
the port
Best for Harbour-view rooms and rooftop pools
At a glance
- Arrival
- Via Cristoforo Colombo 45.
- Room to book
- Deluxe Harbour View, for up to two guests.
- Room features
- Kenzo Tange architecture and an extensive art collection.
Room options
- Deluxe Harbour View29 m² with a king bed and harbour outlook.
- Superior25 m² with a king bed, for up to two guests.
- Two Bedroom Family Suite128 m², two king beds and two sofa beds, with a maximum of four guests.
Hotel facilities & services
- Rooftop poolsThe tenth-floor Infinity Pool and ninth-floor plunge pool with whirlpool are separate facilities; reserve through reception.
- LA SPA Sisley ParisLA SPA Sisley Paris is for hotel guests, with access benefits dependent on the offer booked.
- DiningDining includes Alain Ducasse and La Terrazza.
Why choose it
- Deluxe Harbour View makes the port outlook part of the room booking.
- Pools, spa and dining suit travellers planning to spend part of the day at the hotel.
What to consider
- The port address offers a different setting from the Santa Lucia promenade.
- Four is the Family Suite’s maximum occupancy, despite its multiple beds and sofas.
ROMEO suits travellers who want contemporary architecture, art and rooftop facilities beside Naples’ working harbour.
See the Napoli room inventory.
ROMEO is larger than the small palazzo hotels here, with 79 rooms and suites. Architecture and art are the main draws, along with a choice of places to eat and swim. Deluxe Harbour View adds the port outlook to that stay.
Reserve the Infinity Pool or plunge pool through reception, and check which spa benefits come with your offer. If your plans centre on the Santa Lucia promenade instead, Rex puts you closer to that waterfront.
Rex Lifestyle Hotel
Santa Lucia
Best for Liberty building near the promenade
At a glance
- Arrival
- Via Palepoli 12.
- Room to book
- Executive with Side Sea View, for two guests.
- Room features
- First-floor category with a window or balcony.
Room options
- Executive with Side Sea View18 m², one bathroom and a side sea outlook through a window or from a balcony.
- Double/Twin18 m² for two, with one bathroom.
- Triple18 m² for three, with one bathroom.
Hotel facilities & services
- Reception & barReception and bar operate 24 hours.
- Breakfast & luggage storageBuffet breakfast and luggage storage are available.
- Transfers & parkingTransfers and parking reservations are on request; the nearby affiliated garage is paid.
Why choose it
- The side-street address puts the Santa Lucia and Via Partenope waterfront nearby.
- The Coppedè-designed building and Mediterranean interiors give the hotel its character.
What to consider
- Executive does not guarantee a balcony or a front-facing sea panorama.
- Triple rooms have the same stated floor area as doubles.
Rex is a characterful hotel near the promenade, set in a Liberty building on Via Palepoli rather than directly on the waterfront.
Connecting rooms are on request. Compare the Executive and Double/Twin categories.
Rex suits a stay built around Santa Lucia and Via Partenope. The side-street address matters: you’re near the promenade, with a side glimpse of the sea from the Executive category.
The shared interiors continue the building’s traditional character. If your party needs more space than a Triple, ask about connecting rooms before settling on the arrangement.
Choosing a room and location in Naples
For a historic-centre stay, start with Santa Chiara or Palazzo Decumani. Around Bellini, the outdoor choice is particularly clear: Costantinopoli 104 has a garden pool, while Piazza Bellini offers a shared courtyard and a private Terrace category.
Private outdoor space appears in several forms. Il Convento’s Deluxe has a terrace, Turchini’s Junior Suite has a small private roof terrace, and Bellini’s Terrace room sleeps two. La Ciliegina’s two-level rooftop is shared. Choose the named category when private space is essential.
Chiaia also needs a closer look than the district name alone. Alabardieri is in lower Chiaia; De Bonart is on elevated Corso Vittorio Emanuele. Rex sits near the Santa Lucia promenade, while ROMEO faces the working port. These locations should lead the decision before you compare room extras.
In a historic building, consider the room’s internal stairs separately from the hotel lift. Santa Chiara’s mezzanines, Costantinopoli’s Junior Suites, Bellini’s Duplex and Il Convento’s Family loft all involve a change of level. For a step-free stay, obtain confirmation of the exact entrance-to-room route and bedroom layout.
Frequently asked questions
Which boutique hotels in Naples have a swimming pool?
Costantinopoli 104 has a garden swimming pool. ROMEO Napoli has a tenth-floor Infinity Pool and a separate ninth-floor plunge pool with a whirlpool; reservations go through reception. La Ciliegina’s rooftop Jacuzzi is a hot tub, not a swimming pool.
Which hotels have a private terrace?
Look at Hotel Piazza Bellini’s Terrace room, Il Convento’s Deluxe Double Room with Terrace, or Palazzo Turchini’s Junior Suite. Some garden-facing Junior Suites at Costantinopoli 104 have balconies. Rex’s Executive category may have a window instead of a balcony.
Which room choices work for families?
Bellini’s Family and Duplex categories and Il Convento’s Family rooms sleep up to five. Matilde’s Deluxe has a queen and a single for three guests, plus one infant in a cot. Alabardieri offers specific Triple and Quadruple bed arrangements, while ROMEO’s Two Bedroom Family Suite has a maximum of four. Match the room to the children’s ages and the sleeping arrangement you need.
Is a harbour-view hotel the same as staying by the promenade?
No. ROMEO is by the working port on Via Cristoforo Colombo. Rex is on a side street near the Santa Lucia and Via Partenope promenade. De Bonart’s sea-view rooms are higher up on Corso Vittorio Emanuele, rather than at waterfront level.
Is breakfast included?
Choose an offer that explicitly includes breakfast if you want it covered in the room price. At De Bonart, breakfast is otherwise charged separately; at Il Convento, free room delivery concerns the delivery service. Compare the meal plan alongside cancellation and payment terms.




