By Isabel Prontes
Sorrento is a highly popular tourist destination located in in southern Italy. It is not far away from Naples, and the legendary lost and buried city of Pompeii. The tiny city is part of the Campania region. The city looks onto the Bay of Naples, and is full of luxurious
resorts and high sea cliffs. For those planning to visit Sorrento, there are many fine hotels to consider.
Hotel La Minervetta
The Hotel La Minervetta in Sorrento is a luxurious boutique accommodation that is situated on top of a picturesque sea cliff. It is a few minutes away from the Sorrento city center. It has a quaint, fisherman's village atmosphere. The hotel consists of 12 guest rooms, all with styles that are very Mediterranean-influenced. The 4-star Hotel La Minervetta looks over the tranquil Marina Grande, and is run and operated by the Cacace Family.
Hotel La Minervetta
Via Capo, 25 80067
Sorrento, Naples, Italy
011 (+39) 81 877 4455
www.laminervetta.com
Bellevue Syrene
The Bellevue Syrene hotel in Sorrento is a 5-star, luxury hotel that overlooks the Gulf of Naples as well as Vesuvius. The hotel has a classic, rustic appeal. It consists of both traditional guest rooms and larger suites. The Bellevue Syrene hotel has two full service restaurants, two terraces, a wellness spa (offering facial, massage, pedicure, manicure, body wrap and depilation) and club lounge. The guest rooms and suites are all equipped with amenities such as satellite television, air conditioning, security safe and balcony.
Bellevue Syrene
Piazza della Vittoria 5
80067 - Sorrento Italy
011 (+39) 81 87 81 024
www.bellevue.it
Hotel Girasole Sorrento
The Hotel Girasole Sorrento is a family-friendly 4-star accommodation that offers hospitality and warmth to all of its guests. The hotel has a cozy ambiance with many convenient features, such as air conditioning, central heating, satellite television (Sky), security safe, blow dryer, seasonal swimming pool, television lounge, complimentary guest parking (with video monitoring) and an Internet access point. Pets are welcome to stay at the Hotel Girasole Sorrento for no extra charge.
Hotel Girasole Sorrento
Corso Italia 302
80067 Sorrento, Italy
011 (+39) 81 8073082
www.hotelgirasole.com
Grand Hotel Ambasciatori
The Grand Hotel Ambasciatori is a luxurious 4-star Sorrento hotel that is situated on a sea cliff, offering views of Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples. The hotel was constructed in the 1950s. It is only 10 minutes away (by foot) from the bustling city center. The guest rooms are all equipped with convenient amenities such as air conditioning, high-speed Internet access, security safe, direct dial telephone, wardrobe, flat screen LCD television, blow dryer, work desk and magnifying mirror.
Grand Hotel Ambasciatori
Via Califano, 18
PO Box 101 - 80067
Sorrento, Naples, Italy
011 (+39) 81 8782025
www.ambasciatorisorrento.com
Hotel Eden Sorrento
The Hotel Eden Sorrento runs alongside the scenic Sorrento Coast, and is nestled within a lush garden. It is just a short walk away from the lively center of the city, known as Piazzo Tasso. The atmosphere of the hotel is very bright and Mediterranean. The hotel offers many comforts, such as 24-hour reception, minibar, security safe, satellite television, air conditioning, blow dryer, Continental breakfast buffet every morning, Internet access point, guest laundry, playground for children, guest parking, solarium, swimming pool and travel information desk.
Hotel Eden Sorrento
Via Correale, 25 80067
Sorrento, Naples, Italy
011 (+39) 81 8781151
www.hoteledensorrento.com
About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.
