The Hotel Excelsior overlooks the seaside promenade of elegant Naples, close to the city's most famous shops and attractions. Before it lies the Bay of Naples arching from Vesuvius to Posillipo, a view that leaves every visitor breathless. A splendid "Palazzo", built at the beginning of the last century, the Excelsior unites tradition and innovation with modern luxury and a touch of antiquity. Furnished in the style and ambiance of the Belle ?poque, it is known as a favorite haunt of artists, intellectuals and international celebrities.