A long established hotel (circa 1870)in old Naples, the Grand Hotel Parker’s occupies a grand 19th century villa full of old world aristocratic charm, just two kilometres from the central station and 500 metres from the fashion quarters of Via dei Mille and Piazza dei Martiri. The 82 guestrooms feature marble bathrooms, and are furnished with Charles X, Louis XIV and Empire style antiques; all include air conditioning, minibars, safes, complimentary newspapers, bathroom telephones, satellite television with pay movies and wireless Internet connections.
The hotel’s lounges are oases of calm amidst the bustling life of Naples. Guests will find antique furnishings alongside 18th century tapestries, stucco walls hung with fine silks, and frescoes and paintings evoking the Belle Epoque; fine backdrops to the browsing of a complimentary newspaper, the planning of a day’s sightseeing, or resting before heading up to George’s Restaurant, with its rooftop terrace and panorama of the Bay of Naples. Serving Mediterranean cuisine using local produce, George’s also offers extra fine olive oils, a fine wine list and the innovation of ‘live’ gastronomic classes in the Gourmet Corner, an exclusive tasting room with a plasma screen link to the kitchen where guests may watch the chefs in action. Bidder’s Bar is a panoramic bar on the 6th floor, with a terrace. Decorated in warm colours, it serves cold dishes, snacks, salads and sandwiches, with a speciality of James Bond inspired cocktails. Smoking enthusiasts will enjoy Cigar Corner, a private room for connoisseurs, with cigar tasting complemented by fine chocolate, rum and a selection of Scotch whisky. Also on the roof is Le Muse Terrace, where guests can sip aperitifs or relax in a spa tub while watching the sun sink in the west. Further revitalization is to be found at the Day Light Health Centre Marc Méssegue. Guests can indulge in a spa, sun shower, massage or hydromassage, even personalised body and facial treatments with herbs and essential oils. There is