Grand Hotel Nastro Azzuro, Sorrento, Italy
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The Grand Hotel Nastro Azzuro is situated in an enviable position between Sorrento and Positano, offering breathtaking views of the peninsular. The hotel consists of two separate buildings linked by a small path leading through pine trees and gardens. The main Nastro Azzuro hotel building houses the resort's facilities, the Occhio Marino block has superior rooms.
Grand Hotel Nastro Azzuro is based in the charming resort of Sorrento which is situated on the Neapolitan Riviera. The Neapolitan Riviera is nestles around the Bay of Naples and some believe it occupies the most idyllic spot in the Mediterranean. With vistas over the bay of Naples with breathtaking views towards Capri and Mount Vesuvius in one of the most scenic locations in the Mediterranean. With compact beaches of basaltic sands and a wealth of ancient history so there are numerous options to pass the time. For those who enjoy shopping a visit to Sorrento's Corso Italia is highly recommended. There are plenty of boutiques and designer shops that lace this glamourous walkway. If you're after that must-have handbag the latest italian fashions are always in stock. On the eating front the Neapolitan Riviera pulls out all the stops. Relax in a little piazza, order an espresso and settle down for some serious people watching. Or perhaps search out a chic restaurant and enjoy a wonderful meal. Whatever your choice there will be a bar or restaurant to suit you. Famed for its thermal spas, Ischia it's just the place if you fancy being pampered from head to toe.
Sorrento is situated in Campania, southern Italy and is a popular holiday destination. Clinging on to the edge of a cliff top that plummets into the ocean, this picturesque town enjoys a stunning position with views over the bay of Naples towards Mount Vesuvius. Both Naples and Pompeii are within striking distance as Sorrento is on the south-eastern terminus of the Circumvesuviana train line. Boats and express hydrofoils provide services to Naples, Amalfi, Positano, Capri and Ischia. Grand Hotel Nastro Azzuro is a perfect base from which to explore both Sorrento, with it's abundance of history and further afield along of the Neapolitan riviera. If you stay at Grand Hotel Nastro Azzuro exploring Piazza Tasso, the main square is a must. Piazza Tasso is named after the famous Italian poet, Torquato Tasso. The square is encircled with cafes and restaurants and is the perfect place to enjoy a Margherita pizza, which originated in Naples or a spaghetti with the world acclaimed Napolitana sauce. A short walk from Piazza Tasso is an area known as the Drains which is a maze of interesting medieval alleyways stuffed with shops selling local produce like Limoncello and hand fashioned wooden goods. If you are looking for sunshine, panoramic views and superb restaurants offering sumptuous food then Sorrento must tick all the boxes
