The Savoia Excelsior Palace is a 4 star hotel in Trieste, Italy owned by the Starhotels group.
The hotel is located close to Piazza Unità d'Italia overlooking the Gulf of Trieste and has 142 rooms (including suites and apartments).
[2] The Savoia Excelsior Palace was built in 1911 by the Austrian architect Ladislaus Fiedler with classical sculptures and columns decorating the façade.
[3] Throughout its history the hotel has hosted aristocrats, artists and diplomats, as well as tourists visiting Trieste on their grand tour.
Emperor Franz Josef was a frequent guest and his private apartment is preserved intact.