Set in a prime location overlooking the glittering Gulf of Naples and the bustling docks, the five-star luxury design hotel Romeo Napoli offers unparalleled views of Capri, Sorrento, and Mount Vesuvius. The building, dating back to the last century, was once the palazzo of Captain Achille Lauro, a prominent figure in European maritime history. The Michelin-starred restaurant on the ninth floor, Il Comandante, is dedicated to his legacy. Just a few meters from Piazza Municipio and the landmark Maschio Angioino, the hotel’s high-tech glass and steel structure has been entirely redesigned by renowned Japanese architect Kenzō Tange, a Pritzker Prize winner in 1987. The property occupies the former headquarters of the Lauro shipping company and stands across a busy road from the quays where large cruise ships dock. The art collection features Japanese suits of armor from the Edo era, vintage Hermès picnic chairs, a functioning 1944 Wurlitzer jukebox, and artworks by Marc Chagall and Mario Schifano. These compete for attention with a splashing water feature and unique Italian design pieces. In contrast, the bedrooms are designed to be more pared back and restful.