Hotel Palatium, Via Marina Grande 225, 80073 Capri / Italy.
Capri is the only island of the Parthenopean Gulf which is not of volcanic origin in this beautiful area which is almost exclusively volcanic. Archeological excavations at the beginning of this century have confirmed, that Capri has been settled since the Late Stone Age. Formerly Capri and the Sorrento Peninsula formed a solid block when the Phlegrean volcanoes were at their most active,.
The very heart of Capri island is Piazza Umberto I: This is a closed-off square and small, thus resembling a courtyard. Around the square there is the former bishop's residence, today host to the municipal offices; the Clock Tower "Torre dell'Orologio", possibly the belltower of the old cathedral; a number of cafes and elegant boutiques; and to the left, the church of San Stefano.
The island of Capri, having no natural port, was accessible only from a small beach - probably one of the reasons it has been preferred by emperor Tiberius, but necessity of course required the building of a port. The ruins of the ancient Roman port, which are still visible, are situated to the west, at Point Vivara, giving direct access to the Imperial Villa of Palazzo a Mare. The today's port can be found further east and is a hsutle and bustle of boats and hydrofoils coming from and going to other points of the Gulf of Naples. There can be found also the tourist marina, where beautuful sailboats and yachts from all over the globe steer into Capri.
The beautyful Hotel Paltium is located near the Palazzo a Mare, the ruins of a Roman villa, probably the summer residence of Emperor Tiberius Augustus. Being the only Hotel at splendid Capri island which descends to the turquoise Mediterranean sea, it offers direct access to a beach as well as magnificent views of entire Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius behind it.
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Guestrooms & Suites : The Palatium Hotel offers 43 individually styled guestrooms: ten standard rooms, sixteen junior suitesand seventeen deluxe suites. Stylishly furnished all the guestrooms radiate the elegance of a stately residence with attention paid to every detail. All offer air-conditioning, bath/shower and WC, sat-TV, minibar and direct dial telephone.
  • The 10 Standard Double Rooms are nice rooms offering views of the town and the hills.
  • The 16 Junior Suites additionally offer a living area and a balcony or terrace with view of the Mediterranean sea.
  • The 17 Deluxe Suites offer a living room and a terrace or balcony with splendid views of the Bay of Naples.

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Cuisine & Cocktails : The highlight is the "La Scogliera" Restaurant, where breakfast consists of an American style "gran buffet" and you can dine by candlelight. The international cuisine also includes seafood delicacies and you can enjoy all the flavours and tastes of the local dishes typical for the Neapolitan area. This will be enhanced by a list of very good Italian and international vintages. The American Bar and its terrace overlooking the Mediterranean is perfect for having an Apéritif or enjoying the nightly view of the lights of Naples sparkling on the water while having some ice cooled cocktails.
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Leisure & Wellness : Reflecting a mediterranean oasis the large sea-water swimming pool features also hydromassage facilities, a spacious solarium with sun-beds and sun-umbrellas. Positioned on the cliffs Hotel Palatium provides direct access to the beach. There is also a fitness room; or what about making use of the facilities the nearby Marina Grande is providing - surfing, sailing, boat trips for scuba diving or snorkeling and more. Also nearby are some tennis courts.
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Other Facilites : The lounge and a drawing room with TV complete the top class services. There are available also conference and meeting rooms fully equipped, car parking and complimentary hotel shuttle service. Smaller pets are welcome to Hotel Palatium in Capri on request (fee).
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Pets are welcome to The Palatium Hotel (on request)
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