Imperial Hotel Tramontano, Sorrento

About Imperial Hotel Tramontano

The Imperial Hotel Tramontano enjoys a wonderful central location poised on the cliff between Marina Piccola and Marina Grande with a view of Marina Piccola. This ensures the hotel has some of the most impressive views over the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius.

Citalia is proud of its long association with this popular and traditional hotel, which has consistently provided a friendly and efficient service for its guests, many of whom return year after year.

Hidden from the main street, the Imperial Hotel Tramontano is situated in a beautiful courtyard garden, setting the scene for a peaceful oasis away from the hustle and bustle of the town.

Guestrooms are tastefully decorated and furnished, and the hotel's elegant lounge bar Quattro Stagioni, decorated with period furniture and an original mosaic, is bordered by a terrace looking out over the bay - a perfect spot for enjoying a pre-dinner drink whilst watching one of Sorrento's vivid sunsets. The adjacent Restaurant Don Alfonso, where you may choose to dine in the evening (payable locally), continues those magnificent views of the coastline.

The swimming pool is enclosed by lush, sub-tropical gardens featuring a summer bar, relaxing terraces and quiet corners for reading and relaxation. A complimentary lift takes you to the seafront and entrance to the bathing platform Spiaggia Leonelli (normally in use mid May-end Sep). Deckchairs and parasols can be hired on the bathing platform (payable locally).

Throughout its long history as a private mansion and hotel, many great writers, poets and artists have been welcomed at the Imperial Hotel Tramontano. Legend has it that Milton visited during his travels and it was also graced by the writers Goethe, Byron, Scott, Keats and Shelley. The West Wing is the historical birthplace of the famous Italian poet, Torquato Tasso and where De Curtis composed the song Return to Sorrento on one of the hotel's terraces. A plaque to the left of reception confirms this.

Steeped in history, the Imperial Hotel Tramontano is also host to the lavishly frescoed 16th century Stella Maris Chapel, carefully restored in 1890, accessed from the hotel's courtyard.

For the ultimate in luxury, why not book an excursion on the hotel's very own 36ft (11m) Sorrentine Gozzo motorboat (May-Sep) and discover some enchanting caves, hidden beaches and dive into some of the most azure parts of the Mediterranean.

An ideal location all year round, the hotel is only a 5 minute walk from Piazza Tasso, brimming with its boutiques, bars and restaurants, and a 10 minute stroll from the charming Marina Grande harbour that is home to some colourful fishing boats and characteristic fish restaurants.

Due to the hotel's popularity, early booking is highly recommended.

Accommodation:

Rooms with bath or shower, television, minibar, hairdryer and safe.

Supplements (from):

Front Sea View & Small (French) Balcony £11. Front Sea View & Balcony £16. Junior Suite Front Sea View & Balcony £26. Suite Front Sea View & French Balcony £40. Single £11.
Please note: A compulsory Gala Dinner supplement applies for Christmas & New Year's Eve.

Enhance your stay Motorboat Excursions (payable locally):
For the ultimate in Sorrentine luxury, why not enjoy an excursion on the hotel's very own 36ft (11m) Sorrentine Gozzo motorboat (May-Sep) and discover enchanting caves, hidden beaches and dive into some of the most azure parts of the Mediterranean.

Facilities:

109 air-conditioned rooms
Restaurant
Bar
Lounge
Swimming pool (normally in use Apr-Sep) with poolside snack bar La Terrazza
16th century Stella Maris Chapel
Bathing platform Spiaggia Leonelli (sunbeds payable locally)
Sorrentine Gozzo motorboat (payable locally: normally in use May-Sep)
Lift
On-site parking (payable locally approx. 13 Euros per day)

Please Note:

Buffet breakfast. Minimum stay 3 nights.

About Sorrento

Glance across Sorrento's evocative landscape and you will see the soft pink, blue and ochre buildings of Piazza Tasso. You will also find there is more to Sorrento than the many shops and bars buried in its vibrant centre. Make your way down 200 steps to Marina Piccola, where you will find sun-worshippers relaxing under those clear Sorrentine skies, and charming restaurants serving delicious fresh seafood.




SPECIAL EVENTS IN SORRENTO

Throughout July and August the San Francesco cloisters host the Sorrento Summer Music Festival, a series of concerts bringing together well known and emerging musicians, original ideas and the classics.



ESCORTED TOUR

Sorrento is featured in our ever popular Grand Tour of Italy, as well as in two other tour options combined with Rome.



PRE-BOOK YOUR EXCURSIONS

A range of tours and excursions are available from Sorrento ? including:



Amalfi Drive £25

A full day tour along one of Europe's most scenic coastlines. Includes Positano, Amalfi and Ravello.

Pompeii & Vesuvius £31

Visit the remains of historic Pompeii which was buried by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD, and take a walk to the summit of the volcano with a specialist guide.

Rome £59

A day trip to the Eternal City, visiting the main highlights including St Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain.

NB Some site entrance tickets may be payable locally.