- Stunning clifftop location with spectacular views over the Bay of Naples
- A lift down to the sea, with a private bathing platform where you can soak up the sun
- A 15 minute walk to the centre of Sorrento
- Luxury swimming pool surrounded by palms, with an uninterrupted sea view
The Grand Hotel Riviera stands proud above the Bay of Naples. Set on a clifftop with views of Mount Vesuvius, the hotel’s interior blends Modernism with Art deco, reflecting the stylish area, which is renowned for its small antique shops and time honoured crafts.
Guests can relax in the American bar, with live music twice a week from May to September. There is Neapolitan, Italian and international music at twice weekly piano evenings. During the day, a lift takes you down to the private bathing platform where you can immerse yourself in the calm waters of the Mediterranean. Alternatively, explore the delicious dishes on offer in nearby Via San Cesareo, an Italian charcuterie paradise overflowing with places to sample a huge array of mouth-watering delights.
The hotel has 106 rooms (official rating 4 star). Child prices apply to ages 2-12 years. Minimum stay of 3 nights between 01 April - 04 May 21 and 09 - 30 October 21 (minimum of 4 nights stay between 05 May - 08 October 21).
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Bar
The American Bar is the ideal place to relax after a day in the sun, with its sleek contemporary interiors. You can also enjoy live music in the evenings.
Open from 10:00am - 24:00.
Restaurant Le Vele
Dress Code: Gentlemen are required to wear long trousers during the evening.
The Grand Hotel Riviera’s Italian restaurant serves à la carte dinner. It offers a charming and intimate atmosphere, with waiter service and a selection of local and world wines.
Snack Bar
The Grand Hotel Riviera’s Snack Bar is located on the terrace, allowing you to enjoy views of the sea. Choose from local Campania dishes, light lunches and snacks throughout the day.
White Elegance Restaurant
Opening times: Breakfast 7:00 - 10:00am, Lunch 12:30 - 14:00pm and Dinner 19:00 - 21:00pm.
The dress code is casual/formal. Gentlemen are required to wear long trousers.
Beach & Pools
Bathing platform
The bathing platform is accessible by lift from the terrace of the hotel, and is free for guests to use from April to October. Showers, a snack bar, loungers and deck chairs are all available.
Open from 9:00am - 18:00 from April - May 15th and from September 16th - October. 9:00am - 19:00 from May 16th to September 15th.
Swimming pool
The hotel’s freshwater pool contains a whirlpool and is surrounded by trees, with uninterrupted views of the Mediterranean Sea. There is also a sunbathing area with sunbeds and parasols, as well as a separate children’s pool which is supervised by trained staff throughout the day.
Open from 9:00am - 19:00.
Parking & Wifi
Parking
Parking is available to all customers and is payable locally (20€ per day)
Wifi
Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel and in all the guest rooms.
About the location
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 resort and a still 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.
Transfer Time
The hotel is 1 hour from Naples airport. Return private transfers included. To change your transfers or book car hire instead, simply call us once you’ve completed your booking.
Standard Twin Balcony Room
Max 2 Adults
Relax and take in the bright and airy Mediterranean style décor. Guests can choose from double or twin beds and enjoy the balcony with garden views. The en suite contains a shower/bath combination.
Superior Twin Side Sea View Balcony Room
Max 3 Adults
Choose from one double or two single beds, and enjoy the cooling pastel colours and balcony with lateral sea views. The en suite has a shower/bath combination.. An extra bed is also available on request.
Deluxe Twin Front Sea View Balcony Room
Max 3 Adults
This spacious double room offers Mediterranean décor and a balcony with sea views. The en suite bathroom contains a shower/bath combination. An additional bed is available on request.
Junior Suite Balcony & Sea View
Max 3 Adults
This junior suite has a balcony with beautiful sea views. Inside you’ll find tasteful and traditional Mediterranean style décor, with space for up to three guests. The en suite contains a combination bath/shower. An additional bed is also available on request.
Single Room
Max 1 Adult
A perfect space for single travellers. The private en suite bathroom has a shower/bath combination.
Honeymoon Offer
Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine.
Rate Reduction
15% Early booking discount for stays of 7 nights or more completed between 01 - 30 April 2021 and 09 - 30 October 2021.
Based on 1694 traveller reviews
94% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
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Very Good
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Average
63
Poor
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Terrible
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Reviews
“ Paradise
1888tom, Glasgow, United Kingdom
Oct 30 2020
During these difficult times we were delighted to get any holiday, especially in our favourite destination, Sorrento is magical.
The hotel was suffering like everywhere else, probably at around 50...
During these difficult times we were delighted to get any holiday, especially in our favourite destination, Sorrento is magical.
The hotel was suffering like everywhere else, probably at around 50% capacity, not good for business but delightful when you have the poolside virtually to yourself. We had chosen half-board and enjoyed excellent service as the restaurant operated well below capacity. Wearing a mask when moving around isn???t ideal but was a small price to pay yo enjoy this lovely venue.
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“ Great location with superb views
derekholley, London, United Kingdom
Oct 16 2020
Although not in the central area, it's only a 10 minute walk to get there. Otherwise perfectly placed on the clifftop looking across the Bay of Naples. Lovely terrace in front, great breakfast...
Although not in the central area, it's only a 10 minute walk to get there. Otherwise perfectly placed on the clifftop looking across the Bay of Naples. Lovely terrace in front, great breakfast setting (great pastry selection), and a lift down to the private swimming area. Unfortunately there was little atmosphere as there were so few guests due to the pandemic (and it was mid-October). Although I was upgraded on arrival to a second floor room, it was quite small (standard room I guess) and situated to the side of the hotel. Given there were very few guests, I was a little disappointed to not have a front-facing sea-view room (there were clearly plenty available). Had they done that I would have given a 5-star review :)
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“ Marvellous and refined hotel.
294globetrotter, Greater London, United Kingdom
Oct 04 2020
We spent 2 weeks here in September 2020. The location is fantastic, with the terraces and restaurant overlooking the Bay of Naples. It is walking distance to the centre of Sorrento. The hotel was...
We spent 2 weeks here in September 2020. The location is fantastic, with the terraces and restaurant overlooking the Bay of Naples. It is walking distance to the centre of Sorrento. The hotel was amazing, well-appointed although there weren't many guests there during our stay (read - the current difficult world situation).
There is a lovely pool and a bathing platform with a view of Vesuvius.
Food was excellent, staff attentive and helpful - special thanks to Giovanni and Luigi and their teams and Angela and the team at the reception. They were professional, friendly and made our stay even more pleasant.
Everything was spotlessly clean and tidy, I loved the paintings scattered around the hotel and enjoyed admiring them!
The sea water was crystal clear and there's a protected swimming area.
Sorrento was an interesting town, with lots of boutique shops and places to eat and is very picturesque. We got some bargains (Italian leather is very good value for money and high quality). Trips to the historic sites, Capri and Positano are easy by ferry/train.
I would very happily return! Many thanks!
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“ A DREAM
husbandsjourney, Heidelberg, Germany
Sep 05 2020
We spent two wonderful nights in this beautiful hotel on the Amalfi Coast.
It was exactly what we had dreamt and we really enjoyed our staying.
The breakfast is really good and offer a big variety...
We spent two wonderful nights in this beautiful hotel on the Amalfi Coast.
It was exactly what we had dreamt and we really enjoyed our staying.
The breakfast is really good and offer a big variety. We were so impressed in how they managed to deal with the "pandemic situation" and still offer a really good breakfast following all the rules and precautions.
The view is breathtaking facing the Vesuvio Vulcan.
The access to the sea is top! And the sea itself it's wonderful.
The staff is really polite and available to help. We really appreciated the kindness of the receptionists as now a days is unfortunately not so common.
We had stayed in a standard room and the beds are very comfy and we really appreciated the room cleaning, comfort and its balcony.
Thanks Grand Hotel Riviera, we felt completely recharged after our staying in your paradise.
We will definitely come back!
Two little tips which we think will make Grand Hotel Riviera even better:
1) The coffee and the cappuccino should be upgraded, especially because we are in Napoli!
2) You should tell the guests in advance that the fresh pressed orange juice is not included in the breakfast fee.
Thank you again so much and see you soon!
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“ Lovely Vacation
chayes807, winchester
Aug 27 2020
We have just had a great week at this hotel and would highly recommend. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We were staying half board and were able to change our evening meal to lunch time...
We have just had a great week at this hotel and would highly recommend. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We were staying half board and were able to change our evening meal to lunch time which really suited us when we didn???t want to leave the beach and wanted to be in town of an evening. The food choice for us as vegetarians was very good and we felt very catered for. The service in the restaurant was also very good. Breakfast is being delivered differently due to COVID but personally I found that the safest, most hygienic approach and I never waited long. Choice was great for is and anyone who loves pastries, fresh fruit and omelettes to order would be very happy.
The rooms are very clean, ours was moderate in size but what we paid for and we liked it.
Location is great as only a short and pleasant walk to town.
Best bit of all is the beach deck. We didn???t use the pool once which is unusual for us but the sea is so lovely and the views are great.
Would return and would recommend.
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