Grand Hotel Cocumella
Pool at the Grand Hotel Cocumella
Grand Hotel Cocumella Sant ’ Agnello-Sorrento
This gracious hotel is situated in its own tranquil and beautiful park in Sant ’ Agnello , just a 20�minute walk from Sorrento ' s lively centre with its ample choice of tempting shops , bars and restaurants . Set in the leafy and well�tended gardens where various types of flowers , fruits and vegetables bloom is a lovely swimming pool surrounded by terraces , and a tennis court . The hotel has spacious public rooms and bedrooms decorated in traditional style . The atmosphere of the hotel is traditional , historic and elegant and almost no two rooms are alike in size , even if they are in the same category . Leading off the hotel a pretty terrace looks out to the gardens and here guests can enjoy the full buffet breakfast . The summery restaurant , Scintilla , specialises in regional and vegetarian cuisine and here there is also the possibility of eating ' al fresco '. Grand Hotel Cocumella also has its own man-made beach which is reached by a lift in the gardens ; this is exclusively for guests ' use , and deckchairs , umbrellas and bathing cabins are provided . A unique asset of the hotel is its magnificent fully crewed ship , which provides the opportunity for guests to go on sailing excursions for the day .
GRAND HOTEL COCUMELLA IE236 Official category 5 star . Open 1 April to 31 October . Location 15 minutes ' walk from the centre of Sorrento and about an hour ' s drive south of Naples airport . Distances in miles Naples 29 , Amalfi 15 , Positano 7 , Salerno 30 , Rome 158 . Nearest airport Naples . At hotel Swimming pool , Private manmade beach and sundeck accessed by lift , 2 Restaurants , American bar and piano bar ( open-air during July and August ), Gardens , Cocktail bar , Panoramic terrace , Tennis court , Gym , Wellness area with jacuzzi and sauna , Complimentary parking , Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and complimentary water and fruits on arrival . Private tall ship for excursions . Bedrooms 47 rooms , each with bath or shower , wc , air�conditioning , satellite television , telephone , safe and mini-bar . Local interest Villa Comunale gardens in Sorrento , Markets in Sant ' Agnello ( Monday ) and Sorrento ( Tuesday ), The coastal resorts of Amalfi and Positano , Ravello , with its Summer Music Festival , Historic sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum , Islands of Capri and Ischia , Mount Vesuvius and the historic city of Naples . Sports nearby Watersports , Walking , Sailing . Children Children are welcome . 1 child is allowed per room . Infants aged 2 or under are provided with a complimentary cot when sharing a room with their parents on B & B basis . Italian Expressions includes Bed and buffet breakfast . Holiday prices From about £ 1595 per person for 7 nights including scheduled flights and private transfer . Ask our sales consultants for full price details .
“ An elegant hotel set in beautiful gardens ”
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria Sorrento
Built in 1834 the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria was conceived to be one of Europe ' s most glamorous hotels and over the years has welcomed many of the world ' s celebrities . Situated at the heart of Sorrento with its entrance just off the main square , Piazza Tasso , this 19th Century villa is surrounded by extensive and beautiful gardens containing lemon and orange trees as well as a colourful array of flowers . Its outstanding position on a cliff fifty metres above the harbour means that splendid views over the Bay of Naples can be enjoyed from both the grounds and many of the rooms in the hotel . The lounges and dining room are on a grand scale and have wonderfully intricate frescoed ceilings , marble columns and ornate stucco mouldings . Guests preferring to eat outside can take advantage of the spacious terrace with its breathtaking vista or enjoy a light snack on the terrace by the swimming pool . Bedrooms are situated in three interconnected buildings and are decorated in Belle Epoque style , many with original furniture , and overlook either the sea or the hotel ' s beautiful gardens . Suites are available on request . An added advantage is the lift on the terrace behind the hotel which takes guests directly to the harbour below , where ferries depart for Naples , Capri and Ischia .
“ A traditional Grand Hotel in a superb position with splendid grounds ”
Exterior of the Excelsior Vittoria
The stunning location of the Excelsior Vittoria
GRAND HOTEL EXCELSIOR VITTORIA IE51 Official category 5 star . Open 3 April to 8 January . Location About an hour ' s drive south of Naples Airport . Distances in miles Naples 30 , Amalfi 14 , Positano 6 , Salerno 29 , Rome 157 . Nearest airport Naples . At hotel Swimming pool ( usually open May to October ), Restaurant , Cocktail bar , Direct access to port via lift , Garden , Terraces , Lift , Parking . Bedrooms 98 rooms , each with bath or shower and wc , air�conditioning , television , telephone , mini-bar , some rooms will have a balcony . Local interest Villa Comunale gardens in Sorrento , Markets in Sant ' Agnello ( Monday ) and Sorrento ( Tuesday ), Coastal resorts of Amalfi and Positano , Pompeii , the islands of
Capri and Ischia , Mount Vesuvius and the historic city of Naples . Sports nearby Watersports and swimming in the sea nearby . Italian Expressions includes Bed and buffet breakfast . Holiday prices From about £ 1440 per person for 7 nights including scheduled flights and private car transfer . Ask our sales consultants for full price details .
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