Grand Hotel Parker's, iconic belvedere perched on the roof of Naples

Need a break after a day spent wandering the bustling Spagnoli and Centro Storico districts?

Head for the heights of Naples and the chic district of Chiaia, a haunt for shopping addicts passing through the Parthenopean city.

Perched on a hillside away from the hordes of tourists and located a stone's throw from the lovely Villa Comunale park and the Lungomare promenade, Grand Hotel Parker's is the oldest hotel in Naples.

Steeped in history, the place opened in 1870 is a sure bet for all lovers of “classic luxury”, more focused on old woodwork and old school butlers than on refined boutique hotels.

In addition to its impeccable service, this five-star member of Small Luxury Hotels with 67 rooms and suites is prized for its unbeatable panorama of the Bay of Naples, Capri and Vesuvius.

An enchanting view of the city that lucky residents enjoy from the sunny breakfast, served on the terrace of the Bidder Bar located on the top floor.

The other strong point of this timelessly luxurious establishment?

Its George restaurant has been awarded one star in the Michelin Guide, a local gastronomic institution renowned throughout Naples and well beyond.

Masterfully managed by chef Domenico Candela, the restaurant with its panoramic view mobilizes all the senses: a local born in Naples and with a love of the product deeply rooted in the body, the chef gives pride of place to traditional Neapolitan recipes that he brilliantly revisits in his tasting menus that resemble culinary choreographies.

Amberjack marinated in miso, pasta di Gragnano full of Nori seaweed, Provolone gnocchi, lacto-fermented ricotta mousse, oyster with almond cream and Vesuvius armellina, spaghetti with local tomatoes available in different textures and Laticauda lamb from Campania: this taste journey to the four corners of southern Italy brings everyone together, pasta lovers and seafood addicts alike.

Information and reservations at https://en.grandhotelparkers.it/