Want to know where to stay in Sorrento? The city of mermaids has a wide range of hotels to suit your budget and your desire to stay, to guarantee you the most authentically Italian experience. You’ll be won over by the range of possibilities offered in this town with its Mediterranean climate, whose best temperatures peak from June to September.
Whether you prefer grand hotels with top-notch service or charming guesthouses whose ancient architectural facades will win you over, Sorrento is a must-see destination on the Amalfi Coast for any epicurean in search of a cultural and historical experience. So it’s essential to know where to stay in Sorrento:
Main information
Before going into the description of the places to target when selecting accommodation in Sorrento, here are the essentials to know from a tourist point of view. This should give you a better idea of the town and its constraints.
Our favorite places to stay
For those in a hurry, here are our favorite places to stay in Sorrento:
- $ This bed and breakfast, located right in the historic center,
- $$ This historic establishment dates back to the 19th century, in Saint’Agnello,
- $$$ This luxury complex is ideally located and offers spacious rooms decorated in a 19th-century style.
Map of Sorrento’s various districts to stay in
To give you a quick overview of the different places we recommend to stay in Sorrento, you’ll find on the map below all the Sorrento accommodation recommendations we’ll be sharing in this guide. You can also use it to locate the various neighborhoods we’ll be detailing.
The essentials for choosing where to stay in Sorrento
Where to stay in Sorrento and surroundings
Let’s get to the heart of the matter with a review of the main areas where we recommend staying in Sorrento.
Accommodation in Sorrento's historic center
A visit to Sorrento and its historic center is of course the first step in discovering the southern tip of the Amalfi Coast. Overlooking the Gulf of Naples, Sorrento's Roman settlements and centuries-old palaces offer a unique landscape to this small Italian hilltop town. Before staying the night, you'll be invited to wander the cobbled streets of the town, which can be explored entirely on foot, to discover the many monuments that make Sorrento so famous: the Cathedral of Sorrento and the Basilica of Sant'Antonino are among them, and will delight you with their Baroque interior style.
Starting from Piazza Tasso, you'll discover the many typical restaurants and reach the town's main thoroughfare, Corso d'Italia, a true Sorrento shopping alley! Let yourself be drawn into the narrow streets that make this town so charming, and you'll discover ancient buildings such as the Museo Sedile Dominova with its majolica frescoes and decorations. Above all, the center is a meeting place for the European styles that have shaped the Italian city over the centuries: a veritable exhibition of art history, of which we have chosen the best places of interest:
- Villa comunale: Don't miss the 14th-century San Francesco cloister, which contributes to the special atmosphere of the villa comunale, from which you can also take the elevator to the Marina.
- Museo Bottega : A museum offering a private collection of marquetry works for enthusiasts of this Sorrentine art.
- Vallone dei Mullini : A deep, lush valley from which you can see ancient abandoned buildings and the remains of an old sawmill.
We have selected the hotels and guesthouses where to stay during your stay in Sorrento:
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This bed and breakfast welcomes youright in the historic center of Sorrento, where to stay with a window overlooking the lively street. You'll also have a TV and air conditioning in the room. Private parking is available.
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This beautiful historic establishment offers accommodation in beautiful Baroque-inspired rooms with en suite bathrooms decorated in typical Amalfi style. You'll enjoy views over the bay, and private parking is also available.
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This historic hotel epitomizes the atmosphere of Sorrento! You'll be seduced by the spacious 19th-century-style rooms and the typically Italian charm of the communal areas.
Staying at Saint'Agnello: the best view
If you'd like to discover the Sorrento coast from a different perspective, Sant'Agnello is the perfect place to stay. This is where you'll find the best views of the gulf. The colorful, characterful buildings give you a wide choice of accommodations, with hotels to suit all tastes. Below the cliffs, you can take the elevator to the small Marina, where you'll find the Marinella beach. As this is a private beach, you'll need to reserve your deckchair for the day.
In Sant'Agnello, you can't miss the magnificent Chiesa dei Santi Prisco ed Agnello church with its neo-classical façade perched on a staircase, which is decorated in the most baroque style, and has become a place where Saint Agnel of Naples is celebrated annually. Continuing south, you'll have the chance to visit theFrantoio Gargiulo olive oil factory inland. So there's plenty to keep you busy in this small, ancient commune, and accommodation won't be a problem either.
We've selected some of the guest houses and hotels available near these points of interest.
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This cliff-side villa, perched on arcaded buttresses built in the 19th century, offers a unique Sant'Agnello experience. You'll love staying here for its antique wood-panelled interior, exotic garden and typical restaurant.
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This beautiful 19th-century guest house features rooms with period parquet flooring and a magnificent fruit garden surrounding the swimming pool. Its charming, classic decor will win you over for a perfect stay.
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This luxury hotel will accommodate you in its large, tastefully decorated spaces, offering an immense tree-lined garden with swimming pool. You'll also enjoy a drink on the rooftop overlooking the Bay of Naples.
La Marina Grande: Close to the hotels
If you're passing through Sorrento, you've probably either used a car to reach this promontory, or come by boat! The hilltop town can be reached from beautiful Naples by sea, and it's also from the Marina Grande that you'll discover the many excursions available around Sorrento. Capri is only 1 hour away by ferry too! The Marina is one of Sorrento's must-sees, and can also be reached by a dedicated elevator.
Below the villa, you'll find a number of beaches, such as Peter's beach or, better still, Bagni Salvatore, where you can enjoy a swim in crystal-clear waters framed by Roman ruins. Once you've cooled off, you can move on to one of the many hotels lining the cliffs, guaranteeing you the best Sorrento holiday experience and a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Naples. This is a very quiet area, as it is more residential and offers more trees than the historic center, from which we have chosen these places of interest:
- Parco di villa fiorentino: A pretty park ideal for families, dominated by a sublime Renaissance villa offering interesting temporary exhibitions.
- Piazza della Vittoria : A pretty square offering the most panoramic view of the Bay of Sorrento.
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In a beautifully renovated farmhouse full of old-world charm, you'll be able to stay soundly! Enjoy spacious rooms and a garden of orange and lemon trees for a relaxing stay on the Amalfi coast. Swimming pool and private parking.
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In the heart of the fishing village of Sorrento, you'll be able to stay in this beautiful establishment, which offers a rooftop terrace with a breathtaking view of the Marina. The rooms are fully equipped and the spaces are charmingly old-fashioned. Direct access to one of the beaches.
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This luxury hotel is one of Sorrento's jewels, offering fully-equipped accommodation. A huge swimming pool overlooking the Marina, a gourmet restaurant with a wrap-around balcony, and comfortable rooms with a breathtaking view are just some of the quality services offered by this charming establishment.
Piano di Sorrento and surroundings : Low-cost accommodation
If you're visiting the town of Sorrento but prefer a little more peace and quiet, beyond Saint'Agnello lies the Sorrento plain, Piano di Sorrento, which is a real holiday destination and ideal for families. You'll be won over by its equally magnificent scenery, minus the sheer number of tourists who still flock to Sorrento itself. Choosing to stay here will be easy, and you'll be able to stay in much more affordable hotels or guesthouses.
In this area to the north-west of Sorrento, you'll find similar activities to those of its neighbor, such as boat excursions from the Marina. Make your reservations in advance to be sure of getting your boat! You'll also have the chance to see basilicas such as San Michele Arcangelo, built on ancient Roman ruins and boasting a Baroque façade and a 16th-century interior of coffered ceilings decorated with religious frescoes. There's also a theater-cinema, Theatro delle rose, where you can see plays and films all year round.
We have selected for you the best places to stay in this small village near Sorrento.
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In a beautiful 19th-century residence, you can enjoy and stay in rooms decorated with care, and appreciate the beautiful garden with its colonnaded pergolas. Less than 1 km from the beach, you'll appreciate staying in this building that offers breakfast in the reservation.
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With a breathtaking view of the sea, you'll be welcomed in this establishment with rooms decorated with antique furniture. Staying here is sure to make for a delightful stay, with easy access to the Marina.
Summary
You now have all the information you need to stay in the beautiful town of Sorrento. To sum up, it’s important to have a car to get around the area. Although you can come by boat or even by the Circumvesuviana, which serves Naples, you’ll soon be limited in your ability to discover the rest of the peninsula. However, if you prefer to do without a vehicle, this is a very viable option.
When it comes to accommodation in the centuries-old town of Sorrento, you’ll be spoilt for choice between staying by the sea, high above the Marina, or further inland, close to the many orange groves in this sunny region. Numerous historic hotels, charming guest houses and even apartments are available for rent, but be sure to book in advance in this popular Amalfi Coast town during the high season