Art Resort Galleria Umberto (4 Star Hotels) Napoli

Art Resort Galleria Umberto is no ordinary hotel. As its name suggests, this 4 star boutique hotel is located right in the heart of Naples, within the walls of the Galleria Umberto I: a magnificent glass-roofed arcade and public shopping gallery, built between 1887 and 1891, the fronts of which face the San Carlo opera house and the fashionable via Roma.

The interiors of the hotel reflect those of the city's most elegant period residences, combining elements of late Neapolitan Baroque with the occasional hint of early 20th century glamour. From the moment they enter Art Resort Galleria Umberto, guests find themselves surrounded by a display of period artworks, polished marble, antique mirrors, Neapolitan crib art, Capodimonte porcelains and gouaches' which, together, recount the history of Naples.

Steeped in old world charm, the hotel's spacious bedrooms and junior suites have been recently renovated to offer maximum modern comfort. Air conditioning, flat screened televisions and wireless internet connectivity are now standard amenities in all rooms. The hotel's Deluxe rooms amd Junior Suites have generously-sized bathrooms, complete with hydromassage bathtub. From the windows or balcony of their bedrooms, all located on the 4th floor, guests are treated to unique views of downtown Naples or the galleria.

In the morning, a delicious buffet breakfast of traditional Neapolitan pastries is served in the breakfast room, the windows of which offer delightful glimpses of the busy galleria below. In the evening, guests returning from a day's sightseeing or shopping, are treated to a welcoming aperitif, served in the hall.

Three good reasons

1. The chance to sleep within the walls of one of Naples' most famous works of architecture.
2. Suites with a view of the Galleria Umberto I or the hill of San Martino.
3. The vicinity to Naples' San Carlo Opera House, Via Roma and Piazza Plebiscito.