San Francesco al Monte
- Convent-monastery -
- Corso Vittorio Emanuele 328 -
- 80135 -
- Naples -
- Telephone +39 02 56 56 77 71
8.3/10 on 1205 reviews
Hotel San Francesco al Monte is in an ancient 16th-century monastery, founded – in that period as a small monk’s cell – by a poor monk of the Ordine dei Frati Minori Conventuali, also called ‘Barbanti’ for the long beards that they had.
The top floor of the hotel overlooks the green hill of San Martino, a genuine remnant of countryside in the middle of the city.
From the roof garden there is an unequalled panorama: the eye can see 360° over the little alleys and churches of the city, the gulf, Vesuvius and Capri on one side, the hill with Vigna di San Martino on the other, and high up the homonymous Certosa and the Castle of Sant’Elmo.
There are still important traces today of its secular past which contribute to the enchantment of the place, such as the Chapel – and once cell – of St. Giovan Giuseppe della Croce, Patron Saint of Ischia, the frescoed Refectory with its collected atmosphere, created from the heart of the tufa-rock mountain, the Oven Room and the Conventual Room – after clever renovation, warm and welcoming surroundings designed for relaxation.
With every modern comfort and magnificent views over Naples and the gulf, the 45 bedrooms were created out of the careful restructuring of the ancient monks’ cells, preserving the atmosphere and some details of the period. Here and there emerge fragments of frescoes or old majolica tiles, testimony to the artistic heritage of the place. The décor is elegant: soft colours and classic furnishings.
“La Terrazza dei Barbanti” and “Il Vigneto” have refined cuisine with Mediterranean flavours and typical Napoletan dishes, accompanied by an assorted wine list and the spectacular view of the gulf of Naples, while “La Cantinetta”, the renovated wine cellar, hosts wine-tastings, cocktails and private dinners.
The terrace on the 7th floor has a roof garden of rare beauty: the ancient vegetable gardens, cultivated by the monks, have been preserved with the walkways and pergolas. The splendid swimming pool is in the most panoramic position, almost camouflaged among the greenery and rock.
And in a hidden cavern, a second pool awaits guests with warm water and beneficial water gushes. The adjacent vineyard offers the opportunity for walks among the sprouting grapevines and fruit trees – an oasis of peace with breathtaking view.
- Published Tuesday, 14 January, 2014
- Modified Tuesday, 10 December, 2024
Facilities & Features San Francesco al Monte
- General services:
- Bar ,
- Car Rental ,
- Car Rental (with Driver) ,
- ChaufferDriven Limousine Services ,
- Contemporary art exhibitions ,
- Excursions ,
- Garage,
- Garden ,
- Gift Shop ,
- Lift ,
- Lounge Chairs ,
- Pool Bar ,
- Private Transfer To / From Airport
- Spa Facilities:
- Massage
- Dining Facilities:
- Pets are not allowed in the dining room ,
- Restaurant
- Business Facilities:
- Meeting Room
- Leisure Amenities:
- Outdoor Swimming pool ,
- Terrace
- Comfort:
- Parking,
- WiFi Internet connection
Room facilities available San Francesco al Monte
- General Services Room:
- Air conditioning ,
- Direct dialing telephone ,
- Hair dryer ,
- Minibar ,
- Panoramic view ,
- Sea view
- Leisure Facilities:
- Bathroom with whirlpool and/or hydromassage shower
- Comfort:
- Wired internet access
Terms and conditions of booking San Francesco al Monte
Check In / Check Out
- Check-in from 15:00
- Check-in from 00:00 to 11:00
Payment policy
At online reservation, refundable down payment of deposit by credit card. At check out, final payment of balance by credit card or cash.
Transfers to / from Airport
The private transfer service is available for a fee, to / from the nearest airport, for reservations or informations please send an email after the booking confirmation clicking here.
Parking
Parking on site available for a fee, € 25.00 per day
Internet
WiFi internet access available in all public areas and is free of charge
Internet
Wired internet access available in all rooms
Children and extra beds
- Cot: Free! One child equal or under 2 years stays free of charge in a child's cot.
- Extra beds Children: All children equal or under 12 years is charged € 20.00 per person per night when using extra beds.
- Extra beds Adults: Older child or adult is charged € 35.00 per person per night when using extra beds
Extra
EXTRA (If not included in the booking)
- City tax € 3.50 per person per night
Conditions and cancellation policy
- More than 48 hours Before arrival: Free cancellation
- From 48 hours to 0 hours before arrival: 100% of the total reservation amount
All published reviews have been personally written by the clients of icastelli.net after their hotel stay!
Score breakdown
Comfort 8.3 / 10
Courtesy 8.3 / 10
Leisure 8.3 / 10
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2019-04-16 12:54:09 San Francesco al Monte
pascale (As couple)
France
Check in: 12 Apr 2019
Check out: 14 Apr 2019
Number of nights: 2
Stayed in room: Classic room sea view
10
His Opinion: Simplement unique dans son genre. La transformation d'un monastère en hôtel de luxe pas prétentieux très réussie. A revenir en période chaude pour tester la piscine sur le toit avec une vue extraordinaire.
2012-04-16 22:12:20 San Francesco al Monte
loick (As couple)
France
Check in: 8 Apr 2012
Check out: 12 Apr 2012
Number of nights: 4
Stayed in room: Junior Suite sea view
2
His Opinion: hotel sale, cher bref il y a mieux
2011-10-16 23:28:20 San Francesco al Monte
Christine (As couple)
United Kingdom
Check in: 8 Oct 2011
Check out: 9 Oct 2011
Number of nights: 1
Stayed in room: Classic room
10
His Opinion: Very interesting hotel and magnificent roof terrace. Staff could not be nicer
2010-08-08 15:34:45 San Francesco al Monte
Corvilain (With family)
Belgium
Check in: 23 Jul 2010
Check out: 27 Jul 2010
Number of nights: 4
Stayed in room: Superior room
10
His Opinion: Nice hotel, Beautiful view
