Sorrento Hotels
Sorrento expert Eddie Best takes a periodical look at some of the best places to stay in Sorrento. There's a wide range of accommodation in the town and at any one time there can be in excess of 300 options to choose from. Those options range from private apartments to bed and breakfasts, guest houses and of course hotels.
In Eddie's latest missive he takes a look at the top end of the market with Sorrento's five star establishments: the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria, the Hotel Bellevue Syrene, the Grand Hotel Royal, the Grand Hotel Ambasciatori and the Grand Hotel La Favorita.
If you're looking for further advice on where to stay in Sorrento you can drop Eddie a line via info@italyreview.com and he'll be happy to share his expertise with you. The more detail you provide the better and he'll come back with some options that suit your requirements, all free of charge.
In Eddie's latest missive he takes a look at the top end of the market with Sorrento's five star establishments: the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria, the Hotel Bellevue Syrene, the Grand Hotel Royal, the Grand Hotel Ambasciatori and the Grand Hotel La Favorita.
If you're looking for further advice on where to stay in Sorrento you can drop Eddie a line via info@italyreview.com and he'll be happy to share his expertise with you. The more detail you provide the better and he'll come back with some options that suit your requirements, all free of charge.
Five Star Hotels in Sorrento
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Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria
Opened in 1834, the 5-star Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria is one of the grandest of the grand hotels in Sorrento. Situated in the centre of Sorrento with its own Michelin starred restaurant, frescoed ceilings and period furniture, the hotel exudes opulence and grandeur. The pool area and spa are surrounded by 20,000 square metres of impressive citrus gardens where guests can relax and enjoy drinks and snacks from the poolside bar. |
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria
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The hotel also has spectacular views across the Bay Of Naples including the picturesque Marina Piccola and mighty Mount Vesuvius. Many distinguished guests have stayed in the hotel including Enrico Caruso, Luciano Pavarotti and the hotel’s namesake, Queen Victoria of Sweden.
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Hotel Bellevue Syrene
The sumptuous and elegant 5-star Hotel Bellevue Syrene was originally a Roman Villa and converted to a hotel in 1820. Almost every room has a sea view balcony offering majestic views of the Bay of Naples and combines classical architecture with a modern design. The hotel has a small outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and an elevator takes you down to the private sunbathing platform on the sea. |
Hotel Bellevue Syrene
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It also has two restaurants, one indoor, and the other is on a magnificent outdoor terrace with the classic Sorrento sea views. A lounge bar offers live piano music at night and the club lounge has free drinks and snacks through the day until 20:00.
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Grand Hotel Royal
Originally built in 1898, the 5-star Grand Hotel Royal is very nicely located in central Sorrento on the cliff directly overlooking the sea. Luxurious furnishings, antiques, paintings and crystal chandeliers adorn the two indoor restaurants, lounges and foyer. There is also an outdoor restaurant, an indoor bar and outdoor bar. Marble staircases are another nice feature and most of the rooms have inlaid furniture, a nice balcony and marble bathrooms. The rooms have an electric kettle with free tea and coffee plus two bottles of water daily. |
Grand Hotel Royal
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A good sized swimming pool with a Jacuzzi and a pool-bar overlooks the sea and gardens. The large and impressive gardens have palm and citrus trees with tables and comfortable chairs where guests can relax. A fabulous terrace stretches all the way along the edge of the sea with views of the Marina Piccola and Vesuvius. A lift takes you down to a large bathing platform with sunbeds, a snack bar and easy access to the sea. Slightly higher is another terrace with more tables and chairs, more sunbeds and more gardens.
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Grand Hotel Ambasciatori
Originally a 19th-Century villa, the 5-star Grand Hotel Ambasciatori is now a luxurious and elegant hotel on the cliff top right on the edge of the sea with spectacular views of Mount Vesuvius and the whole Bay of Naples . The large and beautiful gardens have a magnificent outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, a spacious swimming pool area with sunbeds and parasols, and a lift takes you to the bathing platform on the sea with steps into the sea. |
Grand Hotel Ambasciatori
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The Grand Hotel Ambasciatori is in a quiet position just a fifteen minute walk to the centre of Sorrento. It’s furnished with comfortable sofas and chairs, inlaid furniture, marble staircases, antiques and paintings. It has two sumptuous restaurants with outdoor terraces and three snack bars; one in the hotel, one by the pool and one at the sunbathing platform by the sea.
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Grand Hotel La Favorita
The Grand Hotel La Favorita, is a beautiful and modern 5-star hotel recently opened in the historic centre of Sorrento with fine antiques, paintings, luxurious furniture and Roman busts adding real grandeur. Next to the heated rooftop pool is a sunbathing terrace and nearby is the rooftop restaurant and bar, all offering splendid views of the Bay of Naples. It also boasts a stylish indoor restaurant overlooking lush gardens and a bar with sumptuous leather chesterfields. |
Grand Hotel La Favorita
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The location is perfect with the Piazza Tasso (main square) less than a 5 minute walk and the main shopping streets of Sorrento in easy walking distance. It’s also handy for the ferry point at the Marina Piccola, the bus/train station and the Marina Grande.
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Four Star Hotels on Via Capo
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Hotel Bristol
Hotel Bristol has spectacular views over the Marina Grande, Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples. It is well worth getting a sea-view balcony here but the panoramic views can be enjoyed from the three stylish restaurants, the large pool and the outdoor terraces. The hotel is in a quiet part of Sorrento and just a 10 minute downhill walk to the centre with a bus stop near the hotel. The classic, infinity pool is on the rooftop with sun beds, parasols, a pool-bar serving snacks and a paddling pool. |
Hotel Bristol
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Also on the rooftop is a huge outdoor terrace with tables and comfortable chairs, more sunbeds, and the lunchtime restaurant is nearby where you can also eat al fresco. There’s an indoor bar often with live entertainment at night and an outdoor terrace attached where you can admire the views with a drink.
The two evening restaurants have wall to wall windows showcasing those jaw-dropping views. There is a large garden area with flowers, olive trees, table tennis and a crazy golf course. A gym is available and you can relax in the sauna.
The two evening restaurants have wall to wall windows showcasing those jaw-dropping views. There is a large garden area with flowers, olive trees, table tennis and a crazy golf course. A gym is available and you can relax in the sauna.
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Hotel Minerva
Originally built in 1875, this classic Italian hotel has all of the modern facilities you could hope for with a large and charming outdoor terrace offering panoramic views over Sorrento, Vesuvius and the Gulf Of Naples. The rooftop pool has even better views and there is a smaller pool on the reception floor surrounded by deep-red parasols, sunbeds, tables and chairs. This elegant hotel has several comfortable lounges where you can relax and enjoy the stunning views while the bar provides drinks. It also has a fitness centre and hydro-massage pool. |
Hotel Minerva
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In the warm evenings, the restaurant serves meals on the outdoor terrace and there is an indoor restaurant. The hotel is in a quiet part of Sorrento and it’s a 10 minute downhill walk to the centre of Sorrento and there is a bus stop near the hotel.
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Hotel Capodimonte
Apart from the stunning views, the star of this hotel is the five-tiered swimming pool cascading down through the magnificent gardens. The pool is surrounded by sunbeds and parasols with a whirlpool, and a very comfortable snack bar. The rooms are in the classic style with elegant furniture and all of the modern amenities. Some have glorious sea views out to Vesuvius. There is traditional inlaid wood in the rooms and the floors have local Vietri tiles. |
Hotel Capodimonte
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The hotel boasts a spa and wellness centre, three restaurants and beautiful outdoor terraces. This large, luxury hotel is set in a peaceful location just a five minute walk into central Sorrento.
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Hotel Belair
Built into the cliff directly above the picturesque Marina Grande; Hotel Belair has a gorgeous infinity pool, a fitness centre, indoor and outdoor bars and restaurants, all with the most amazing views of Vesuvius and the Bay Of Naples. The outdoor terraces are an absolute delight and you can eat breakfast, lunch and dinner outdoors in one of the best seats in Sorrento. Almost every room in this elegant hotel has a sea view balcony and the views are to die for! |
Hotel Belair
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Free drinks and snacks are served daily in the hotel lounge between 13:00 and 19:00. There is a handy staircase down to the Marina Grande with access to the hotel gardens and more sunbeds.
The hotel is a 10 minute downhill walk to central Sorrento with the shops, ferry point and bus/train station within easy reach. A bus stops outside of the hotel.
The hotel is a 10 minute downhill walk to central Sorrento with the shops, ferry point and bus/train station within easy reach. A bus stops outside of the hotel.
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Hotel Maison La Minervetta
Originally built in the 1950s, this boutique hotel sits on the cliff overlooking the Marina Grande with stunning views of Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples. The hotel has a sun terrace that faces the sea with colourful parasols, tables and chairs. Breakfast and drinks are served here with breath-taking views. The 12 rooms have an artistic, nautical look with bold colours and picture windows showcasing those spectacular views. Some rooms have balconies and the hotel has a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool and sitting areas. |
Hotel Maison La Minervetta
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The hotel has no restaurant but there is a staircase down to the Marina Grande with its small pebble-beach, picturesque cafes and swish restaurants awaiting you. It’s just a 10 minute walk into central Sorrento with bustling cafes, shops and an unbelievable choice of restaurants.
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Hotel Miramare
This elegant hotel offers good views of the Gulf Of Naples. The enchanting outdoor pool has deckchairs and pretty flowers including roses and gardenias, and there is also a sun terrace on the roof. Drinks and snacks are served from the bar/lounge and there is also a snack bar. Breakfast is served in the public lounges and the nearest evening restaurant, Verdemare, is just a three minute walk. |
Hotel Miramare
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The hotel has 31 rooms with all of the modern comforts including air-conditioning, flat screen televisions, free Wi Fi and some have a sea view balcony. It’s 1.5 kilometres to Sorrento town centre and probably a 20 minute downhill walk.
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