Palazzo Balsamo

In the heart of Pompei, steps from the Pompeii Archaeological Park and a short walk to the Shrine of the Virgin of the Rosary of Pompei. A quick 10-minute drive reaches the Pompeii Excavation Site and Teatro Grande; Herculaneum (Ercolano) is about 16 km away and Mount Vesuvius about 24 km.

An intimate guesthouse with just six air-conditioned rooms and a friendly, no-frills charm. Rooms come with minibars, flat-screen TVs with satellite, private baths or showers, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, safes and desks.

Complimentary wireless internet, tour and ticket assistance, bicycle rentals, luggage storage and laundry facilities. Shuttle service to nearby spots and roundtrip airport transfer are available for a surcharge, and self-parking is onsite for a fee — wake up steps from the ruins and head out to explore.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout and desks in rooms. Front-desk safe deposit box and luggage storage keep business trips simple.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 7:00–10:00 AM for a fee. A variety of cafés and trattorias are within easy walking distance for lunch and dinner.