Capo Miseno

Naples


Historically, the cape was important to the Romans since it was a natural shelter for passage into the inner harbor of Portus Julius, the home port for the Roman western imperial fleet. Mythologically, important sections of the Aeneid play out in the Gulf of Naples: This is where Aeneas' comrade, Misenus, master of the sea-horn — the conch-shell — made "the waves ring" with his music and challenged the sea-god Triton to musical battle. He was dashed into the sea and killed by "jealous Triton". Then:

"...Pious Aeneassets up a mighty tomb above Misenusbearing his arms, a trumpet, and an oar;it stands beneath a lofty promontory,now known as Cape Misenus after him:it keeps a name that lasts through all the ages."(trans. Allen Mandelbaum. The Aeneid. Bantam. 1981)

Historically, the cape was important to the Romans since it was a natural shelter for passage into the inner harbor of Portus Julius, the home port for the Roman western imperial fleet. Mythologically, important sections of the Aeneid play out in the Gulf of Naples: This is where Aeneas' comrade, Misenus, master of the sea-horn — the conch-shell — made "the waves ring" with his music and challenged the sea-god Triton to musical battle. He was dashed into the sea and killed by "jealous Triton". Then:

"...Pious Aeneassets up a mighty tomb above Misenusbearing his arms, a trumpet, and an oar;it stands beneath a lofty promontory,now known as Cape Misenus after him:it keeps a name that lasts through all the ages."(trans. Allen Mandelbaum. The Aeneid. Bantam. 1981)
Cala Moresca il located just outside the hamlet of Cape Miseno, the headland marking the northwestern edge of the Gulfs of Naples and Pozzuoli.
Gulf of Naples from Miseno
From the ferry boat sailing to Ischia isle.

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Top hotels in Capo Miseno

Royal Continental Hotel Naples

Royal Continental Hotel Naples

4 out of 5
Via Partenope 38-44 Naples NA
The price is P9,314 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P9,314
P10,937 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Naples. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,383 reviews)
Beautiful hotel is a lovely area for family's. Hotel staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful especially the breakfast staff.

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Royal Continental Hotel Naples
Starhotels Terminus

Starhotels Terminus

4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi 91 Naples NA
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The price is P7,363 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
P7,363
P8,791 total
Mar 10 - Mar 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Room was spotless.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Starhotels Terminus
UNA Hotels Napoli

UNA Hotels Napoli

4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi, 9/10 Naples NA
The price is P7,906 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
P7,906
P9,393 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Wonderful hotel! Great location. Everyone was very courteous and the room was comfortable.

Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

UNA Hotels Napoli
Grand Hotel Aminta

Grand Hotel Aminta

4 out of 5
Via Nastro Verde, 23 Sorrento NA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sorrento. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Sorrento Beach and Piazza Tasso ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (986 reviews)
Great clean hotel with an amazing view. The staff were super friendly and helpful. The shuttle to the city center was another great bonus.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Grand Hotel Aminta
Imperial Hotel Tramontano

Imperial Hotel Tramontano

4 out of 5
Via Vittorio Veneto 1 Sorrento NA
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Sorrento. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (882 reviews)
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Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

Imperial Hotel Tramontano
Eurostars Hotel Excelsior

Eurostars Hotel Excelsior

4 out of 5
Via Partenope 48 Naples NA
The price is P10,635 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P10,635
P12,390 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Amazing room and service

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Eurostars Hotel Excelsior
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Other neighbourhoods around Capo Miseno

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Bagnoli

Bagnoli is a destination travelers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Bagnoli-Agnano Terme Station or Bagnoli Station to explore sights like Allied Joint Force Command Naples.

Bagnoli
Posillipo which includes general coastal views, heritage elements and a coastal town

Posillipo

You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Posillipo. You might want to make time for a stop at Palazzo Donn'Anna or Parco Sommerso di Gaiola Area Marina Protetta.

Posillipo
Aerial view of Arena Flegrea in Naples, Italy. It is a open-air theater located in the architectural complex of the Mostra d'Oltremare, in the Fuorigrotta district.

Fuorigrotta

Get to know Fuorigrotta and its many features like its parks and theme parks. You might want to explore sights like Diego Armando Maradona Stadium and Teatro Palapartenope, and you can jump on the metro at Augusto Station or Mostra Station to get around the city.

Fuorigrotta
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Mergellina

While you're in Mergellina, take in top sights like Port of Mergellina or Villa Doria d'Angri, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Naples Mergellina Station or Arco Mirelli - Repubblica Station.

Mergellina
Chiaia featuring heritage elements

Chiaia

Consider a visit to Naples Aquarium and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Chiaia. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Arco Mirelli - Repubblica Station or Piazza Amedeo Station.

Chiaia
Castel Sant\'Elmo showing a statue or sculpture and a square or plaza

Vomero

The restaurants and museums are just a few things visitors like about Vomero. Castel Sant'Elmo and National Museum of San Martino are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Quattro Giornate Station or Vanvitelli Station to get around the larger area.

Vomero


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