The best hotel in the world in terms of design and historical significance. Great work of Gio Ponti. The location and the view from the room.. Giardino Botanico. The Swimming pool. The museum in the hall.

Please do not change anything in the bathrooms! - because it is important part of the design of 1962. There are some comments here in Booking, that the bathroom is not good enough for somebody, that the bathtub is not big enough etc. I would say that the design and simplicity of the original bathroom is a high value from the times, when the consumerism was not the main thing in life. Good luck with good guests, who understands the architecture and design ! 👌

The room and its view were absolutely beautiful. The location by the sea and the private beach with black lava sand and below the rock were stunning - so great this was still available in late autumn. Also the public areas, gardens, breakfast were excellent. Everyone I met was super friendly. I find it very commendable that the hotel so much appreciates and respects the design heritage of its architecture and interiors designed by Gio Ponti.

There is a service round at bed time, where staff goes round, makes sure everything is ok and leaves some very delicious local sweets. That's a nice touch, but it would be good, if one would be informed about this upon check-in, as there might incur unexpected privacy issues.

The location is perfect. Beautiful view overlooking the sea. Incredible sunset. We love sitting having a well-made cocktail in the evening. We love the design. It’s a Gio Ponti museum and should be listed! It’s our 3rd time staying here & we stay here because we love the design so much. The breakfast selection is wonderful as is the restaurant view. The pool and poolside is beautiful. We like the walk into Sorrento, yes it’s busy but you can walk on pavement most of the way. It takes about 20/25 minutes but we enjoy the stroll. Great pizza/pasta restaurant around the corner if you want to stay local.

Our only criticism this year is that we were looking forward to dinner in the restaurant as it was superb last year but this year they were doing a tasting menu which was expensive and took 2.5 hours plus. It was pleasant enough for one night but it meant we didn’t want to eat in the restaurant again during our stay. Please re-consider this for your guests!

The staff at the hotel were super friendly and helpful. They really made our stay in Sorrento enjoyable. We arrived at Sorrento with two days of rain. However the service and breakfast made up for the otherwise disappointing trip to the Amalfi coast. The hotel staff also helped us print out our train passes. The toilet wasn't working properly on the 2nd day, but they requested maintenance to repair in no time and also fixed the bedside light that wasn't working. The hotel is situated at a reasonably convenient location if there isn't any rain. We did manage to walk on the short periods when there was no rain. I loved how the restaurant is facing the ocean with glass windows. I would imagine it would be so romantic and serene if the weather is better.

Expensive taxi rides - $25 euro one way to the hotel or to the train station with luggage - only 5 min drive. The water had white residues from hard water ?? I had to do a google search. But maybe this is sorrento water ?

The view, the housekeeping was amazing how many times she gave us new towels and turn-down service. It was like she was a fairy godmother. The room service staff were extremely attentive even though she had a wedding the same kitchen was catering. The Concierge, Claudio, was so friendly, accommodating and helpful. The overnight Concierge was truly wonderful, as we had to go to the hospital unexpectedly and they arranged a taxi in the middle of the night. It wasn't so urgent that we needed an ambulance, but the two Concierge on staff were helpful and very compassionate to our nervousness. The restaurant staff in the dining room, at the beach restaurant, at the beach bar, pool bar and blue bar were excellent-especially Francesca! Thank you for a truly magical experience.

The front desk staff were aloof and unhelpful. If culturally I didn't understand that I was meant to go to the Concierge with my questions, it would have been better for me if the front desk staff were a bit more kind, instead of dismissive, "The concierge" and pointing. The front desk staff's attitude was portraying "stupid Americans" in an unspoken look and eyeroll. I was more than happy to go to Concierge since they were SO helpful every time we needed help. That is my only constructive feedback. Try to teach me what is appropriate, "Signora, I would be happy to help you, but that is the duties of the Concierge, let me walk you over," with a sorride, would have been more professional.

Our room was on the garden side, which is still a lovely view of the grounds. The room was spacious, even with a twin sized bed set up for our daughter. The bathroom has best counter space in any place I've stayed in Italy (out of Florence, Venice, Rome, and Napels...silly but it really helps getting ready in the mornings with 3 people!) The breakfasts were fantastic! A huge array of options, lovely and attentive staff, and an enclosed foyer that seats you right over the ocean for a magnificent view.

The location isn't that far from the center of town - probably about a 15 min walk, but just a heads up that the sidewalks/pedestrian walking areas are variable. Sometimes there's no sidewalk, sometimes you need to switch sides of the street etc. and while the street isn't that busy, you should expect Italian style driving and may need to be a bit bold and take courage as a pedestrian!

The hotel is a beautiful gem, sitting atop the cliff the views are unobstructed & awe-inspiring. When you enter the lobby, you are greeted with floor to ceiling windows & the restaurant looking out onto the sea. The design is stunning, modern yet using Italian tile & aesthetics so it feels authentic to the area. The staff is so welcoming & accommodating. We had a balcony room located at the front of the property so views were great. The included breakfast was great, know that you can order items not included in the buffet (eggs any style, bacon, French toast, pancakes, etc), we didn't know that until the 3rd day of our stay & it was nice to have the variety. The saltwater swimming pool is large & service there is great. The private beach club down at the sea is exceptional & very luxurious. The staff is super accomodating & a pleasure to work with. And the garden grounds surrounding the property are so beautiful & expansive. Also, be sure to visit Il Ruffino for some of the best pizza we tried on our trip as well as the rooftop bar of Hotel Mediterraneo for a gorgeous sunset drink & snacks.

The location is on the outskirts of Sorrento, so a cab ride (~20 euros each way) is the most convenient way to get to the square or port. Be sure to bring euros (you can get at a cash machine however the fee is significant, we took out 400 euros & were charged a 75 euro fee) as the taxis don't take credit cards.

The garden is magical. The retro industrious Scandinavian-looking furniture really grew on me, even if the decor is a bit dated. Rooms are super clean - both the bed and the bathroom especially. Kudos to the cleaning staff.

I guess I wished the beach access were open. I came early in the season, which on the flip side, enabled a very tranquil environment compared to the craze of high season.

Stunning hotel with incredible views over the bay of Naples. Be sure to book a sea view room if you want to guarantee the view, but the hotel’s park setting is lovely too. Amazing buffet breakfast, and beach area. Within walking distance to Sorrento town centre.

Wasn’t made aware that the outdoor pool was closed for refurbishment until arrival, but in the end we didn’t need to use it anyway.

Great staff, especially the breakfast staff. Amazing with our daughter. Breakfast is lovely. Lots of choice Sun loungers by beach and pool lovely. Beach is very small but it's fine. Hotel feels so peaceful and has incredible views. Highly recommend staying here out the hustle and bustle of sorrento. Short walk in.

Rooms need irons and ironing boards!! Like to see some more info in the rooms too re lunch dinner options and recos for sorrento.