Albergo Collection

Label San Marco Venice
Label from the Albergo and Ristorante San Marco, Venice, Italy

Group of promenaders on the Spianata, Barcelona, 1806
View of a group of promenaders on the Spianata, Barcelona, 1806. Strollers include Catalonian women in veils and mantillas, a monk, a soldier in bicorn, children

Albergo Cascata, Madesimo, Valle Spluga, northern Italy
Albergo Cascata (Waterfall Hotel), Madesimo, Valle Spluga, northern Italy. Date: circa 1920

A Chat with an Ex-Brigand (engraving)
1062586 A Chat with an Ex-Brigand (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Chat with an Ex-Brigand)

Passo Pordoi (Pordoi Pass) - Col de Lana - Dolomites, Italy Date: circa 1920s

Italy, Liguria, Bajardo - Piazza de Sonnaz. The building forming the main part of this shot is now the Osteria Ra Culeta. Date: circa 1910s

The Albergo Popolare in Milan
Milans Albergo Popolare, opened in 1901, was modelled on Londons Rowton Houses and provided cheap accommodation for working men

Italy - Novara - The Albergo Restaurant
Italy, Piedmont Region - Novara - The Albergo Restaurant Date: circa 1907

Albergo, general view, Arco, Lake Garda, Italy. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

Torino (Turin) - Italy - Grand Albergo (Hotel) Ligure Date: circa 1930s

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Step back in time and explore the enchanting world of 'albergo' - a glimpse into the luxurious accommodations of Italy's past. From the Label San Marco Venice to the Grand Continental Hotel Restaurant Room in Rome, these iconic establishments have left an indelible mark on history. In Naples, Albergo delle Crocelle al Chiatamone di Napoli stood as a habitual destination for wealthy foreign aristocrats during the 1860s-1870s. Its opulent charm and breathtaking views captivated visitors from around the globe. Trieste boasted its own gem with Hotel Balkan in Piazza Oberdan. The bustling square came alive between 1910-1920, offering guests a taste of elegance amidst this vibrant city. Venice's Riva degli Schiavoni showcased both Ponte della Paglia and Hotel Danieli (formerly Palazzo Dandolo) - icons that defined luxury accommodation during 1890-1900. Gondoliers gracefully glided along the lagoon, creating a picturesque backdrop for unforgettable memories. Viareggio's Viale Regina Margherita beckoned travelers to experience grandeur at Grand Hotel Regina between 1900-1910. This coastal paradise offered sun-soaked days and lavish evenings by the sea. The Carousel of Saracin paraded through Florence's Piazza Santa Maria Novella during 1900-1910, captivating spectators including Marquis Uguccioni and Count Vittorio Emanuele di Savoia-Aosta. It was an era where tradition met modernity in this magnificent city. Passo della Consuma witnessed horse-drawn carriages arriving at Trattoria and Albergo Pietro Consumi around 1900. Nestled amidst Arezzo's scenic beauty, it provided respite for weary travelers seeking comfort and delicious cuisine. Florence itself boasted remarkable hotels like Florence Hotel (Bobrinsky Palace or Bobrinskoy) in via dei Cerretani.