Astoria Vico Hotel

In the heart of Vico Equense, a seaside Mediterranean hotel steps from Giusso Castle and the Gulf of Naples. Beaches are close by — Tartaruga Beach and Famous Beach are minutes away — and the Monte Faito cable car and Pompeii are within easy reach. Naples International Airport is about 25 miles (40 km) from town.

Small and sleek with 28 air-conditioned rooms, the place leans modern Mediterranean. Rooms feature memory-foam beds with down comforters, LCD TVs and digital programming. Private bathrooms offer rainfall showers, complimentary toiletries and some have bidets. Expect a tidy, contemporary vibe and terraces that hint at gulf views.

Make use of a private beach and a complimentary beach shuttle for easy access to sand and surf — and yes, you can wake up to sea-breeze mornings. On-site perks include a hair salon, massage room, wedding services, a diving club and a tour desk to book local excursions. There’s also a gift shop/newsstand and a common-area TV to relax with.

Practical for trips: express check-in and check-out plus a 24-hour front desk. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected. For extra convenience there’s self parking (charges apply) and paid transfers — train station pick-up and roundtrip airport shuttles are available for a surcharge.

On-site restaurant and a coffee shop/café serve meals and light bites, and a bar/lounge and beach bar keep the drinks flowing. 24-hour room service is available, and guests are invited to a complimentary daily reception to mingle over a drink.