Neapolitan Riviera, Sorrento
This iconic hotel was founded by the Fiorentino family in 1834 in Sorrento, and the family's fifth generation is running the hotel today keeping alive a long tradition in the name of Italian hospitality.
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria is located in the heart of Sorrento. Built on the site of ancient Roman remains and surrounded by a centuries old citrus garden, the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria exudes old world charm and grandeur. The period furniture and frescoed ceilings create an air of grandeur. The service in this family run hotel is everything you would expect from a hotel whose distinguished guest list includes Oscar Wilde, Luciano Pavarotti and even the hotel’s namesake, Queen Victoria of Sweden.
You can enjoy a range of dining options from delicious pizzas to traditional Neapolitan specialities made with the finest local ingredients. Enjoy an evening aperitif at Bar Vittoria and admire the views over the Bay of Naples.
Rooms are beautifully decorated with views of the sea or the lemon groves in the garden to enjoy. Onsite, you'll also find a large swimming pool with panoramic sea views as well as a spa to leave you feeling refreshed.
The hotel has 84 rooms (official rating 5 star). Child prices apply to ages 2-11 years. Minimum stay 3 nights from 30 Dec - 02 Jan.
Bar Vittoria offers a refined selection of drinks, appetisers and snacks that can be enjoyed inside or on the panoramic terrace alongside live music.
L'Orangie poolside restaurant and bar has a more relaxed setting next to the pool. It serves delicious favourites including Neapolitan pizza for lunch (between April and October) and dinner (from June to September).
Dress Code: Smart casual attire is required. Gentlemen are required to wear long trousers during the evening.
The Michelin starred gourmet restaurant "Terrazza Bosquet" offers truly breath taking views across the Bay of Naples. Dine al fresco and enjoy homemade pasta, traditional Neapolitan specialties and mouth-watering desserts, all made using the finest local ingredients.
Set on the terrace overlooking the bay and Mount Vesuvius, enjoy a delicious al fresco lunch served up by expert chefs. Dishes include international options and Neapolitan specialities.
The Vittoria Room features large windows with views over the Bay of Naples and spectacular frescoed cielings and walls, creating an elegant space in which to enjoy a rich buffet breakfast.
Enjoy panoramic sea views from the hotel's swimming pool, which is equipped with a solarium and whirlpool. The poolside bar offers a wide range of drinks and snacks, including fresh fruit salads and homemade ice cream.
The pool is normally in use from April to October.
Located on the ground floor of the hotel, the gym is well-euipped with the latest technology. It's possible to arrange a personal trainer in advance (payable locally).
The hotel's boutique spa "La Serra" offers a wide range of treatments in the calming surroundings of a luxurious 19th Century glasshouse.
Stretching over 2,000 square metres, the hotel's park provides a pleasant space for a stroll where you can enjoy the citrus groves and Mediterranean plants.
Rent a chic yacht for the day and explore the beautiful coastline with your very own skipper. The trip includes free Wifi, soft drinks, snacks, snorkelling equipment, towels and more.
Leave your little ones in the hands of expert staff who will ensure they’re kept entertained and safe while you go out for dinner, drinks or a day trip.
Children will love the swings, slides and climbing frame which are available at the onsite playground.
Parking available (payable locally 33€ per day)
Stay connect with the available WiFi free of charge.
Holidays in Sorrento bring you the delights of small-town coastal Italy in close proximity to the bustling city of Naples. Breathing in the lemon scented air in the cliff top surroundings of the town, you can gaze across the Bay of Naples to the city with Mount Vesuvius in the background. Couples can enjoy the small town feel of Sorrento, while getting lost in the backstreets, and trying out local specialities including pizza and limoncello in street side restaurants and cafés. Families can enjoy the beaches, ferry rides to Naples and explore the nearby Amalfi Coast. The more adventurous can hike up to the summit of Vesuvius or spend time in vibrant Naples.
Sorrento is a heady mix of tourist friendly resorts and a traditional Italian coastal town. It has all the amenities you could wish for, as well as catering for families, couples and the more adventurous. It retains its artisanal crafts, and is filled with small shops specialising in ceramics, limoncello and leather goods. The aromas of fresh pasta, pizza, lemons and tomatoes permeate the air as you stroll around the quaint streets filled with restaurants and cafés.
Sorrento, with its narrow cobbled alleyways and luxurious hotels, is a delightful base from which to explore Italy's Amalfi coastline. Peruse the traditional artisanal shops selling local hand-crafted leather and ceramics, or enjoy classic Neapolitan pizza in one of the late night restaurants around Piazza Tasso and Piazza Sant’Antonino. Then take a stroll around the park at Villa Comunale and watch as the sun sets across the glistening Bay of Naples.
Max 2 Adults, 1 Child
Relax as you overlook the lush hotel gardens and lemon groves. These rooms are finely decorated with an elegant combination of contemporary and antique furniture. Guests can enjoy a flat screen satellite TV, minibar, safe and air conditioning.
Size: 25-30m²
Max 2 Adults, 1 Child
Relax in these comfortable rooms with a balcony and partial sea views overlooking the Bay of Naples. Elegantly furnished with period furniture, tile flooring and a marble bathroom, guests can enjoy flat screen satellite TV, a minibar, safe and air conditioning.
Size: 25-30m²
Max 3 Adults
These comfortable rooms have a balcony overlooking the Bay of Naples. Elegantly decorated with a marble bathroom, guests can enjoy the flat screen satellite TV, minibar, safe and air conditioning.
Size: 32m²
Max 3 Adults
The Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria Junior Suite has elegant furnishings and décor and a private balcony or terrace overlooking the lush hotel gardens and lemon groves. Guests can enjoy king or twin beds, a flat screen satellite TV, minibar, free Wifi and air conditioning, as well as a large en suite marble bathroom.
Size: 36-55m²
Max 3 Adults
These spacious suites offer period furnishing and décor, with partial sea views from a private terrace or balcony. Guests can enjoy king or twin beds, a flat screen satellite TV, minibar, safe and air conditioning.
Size: 36-55m²
Max 3 Adults
These comfortable suites offer guests the choice of king or twin beds. Relax in the spacious living area or enjoy the full sea views from a private terrace or balcony. Guests can also enjoy a flat screen satellite TV, minibar, safe and air conditioning.
Size: 36-55m²
Max 3 Adults
These luxurious suites overlook the Bay of Naples and are tastefully finished with antique furniture and attractive wallcoverings. Guests can enjoy a spacious living area, king or twin beds, a flat screen satellite TV, minibar, safe and air conditioning, as well as a large en suite marble bathroom.
Size: 50-70m²
Deluxe suites are luxuriously finished with period furnishings and décor. The spacious balconies or private terraces enjoy panoramic sea views. Guests can relax in a spacious living area, with king or twin beds, a flat screen satellite TV, minibar, safe and air conditioning, as well as a large en suite marble bathroom.
Size: 50-70m²
Max 3 Adults
Each 'One of a Kind' suite has a unique story to tell, reflecting the many distinguished guests who have stayed here over the years. Take in the extraordinary views across the Bay of Naples or admire the tasteful period furniture. These spacious suites offer king or twin beds, a flat screen satellite TV, minibar, safe and air conditioning.
1 Free night for stays of 7 nights completed between 29 March - 16 December 2024 & 07 April - 22 December 2025.
1 Free night for stays of 3 nights completed between 01 November - 15 November & 01 December - 20 December 2024.
70 Euros per room per stay resort credit for stays of 3 to 6 nights completed between 01 October - 31 October 2024, 16 November - 30 November 2024, 21 December - 27 December 2024, 07 April - 30 April 2025 & 01 October - 27 December 2025. Valid for stays in Junior Suites and Suite Superior Seaview.
70 Euros per room per stay resort credit for stays of 3 to 6 nights completed between 13 September - 31 October 2024, 16 November - 30 November 2024, 21 December - 27 December 2024 & 01 May - 27 December 2025. Valid for stays in Suite Deluxe and Suite One of a Kind.
*The credit can be used in bars, restaurants, wellness & beauty treatments, boutique shop, excursions and will be deducted from the final bill.
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Unparalleled Magnificence!!
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