Location: The Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria is located in the Gulf of Naples on the edge of the cliffs of Sorrento.
Special Features: Since 1834, the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria has been owned by the Fiorentino family. The 5-star luxury hotel with 84 guest rooms and suites, sumptuously decorated in historic style, has hosted the likes of Richard Wagner and Oscar Wilde, who enjoyed the same breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius as guests who vacation at the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria today. Specially decorated themed suites honor the visit of the celebrity guests and offer an exceptional atmosphere with dreamlike views of the sea. According to legend, remains of the villa of the Roman Emperor Augustus lie beneath the hotel. Moreover, the past comes alive in details such as the 18th century columns, ceiling frescoes and antiques found throughout the hotel. The posh hotel also has three bars and three restaurants, Terrazza Bosquet Restaurant (Michelin star), L’Orangerie Poolside Bar & Restaurant and Terrazza Vittoria Ristorante. Outside the Grand Hotel, the beauty of the region is reflected in the lush gardens with Mediterranean plants and citrus and olive groves. The elevator takes guests from the harbor to the hotel in an instant – an unparalleled transportation option that Wilde and Wagner could only dream of. Guests will find all the services and amenities of a modern luxury hotel at the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria, from children’s activities and supervision, to boat rental, personal guides and trainers, transfer service, etc.