The Bristol offers excellent service and some of the most spectacular views in the Sorrento area. Being one of the most popular hotels in Sorrento, it sees visitors returning year after year. The views can be admired from the spacious sun terraces, gardens and pool area on the hillside above the hotel. The agreeable seventh-floor restaurant has the same magnificent view, as does the bar terrace. The hotel, which is just ten minutes' walk downhill to the town centre, is impeccably run by the Acampora family who offer guests a friendly greeting. All sea facing rooms overlook the main road‚ however, the stunning views make it worth paying the supplement.
Hotel Bristol is based in the picturesque resort of Sorrento which is situated on the Neapolitan Riviera. The Neapolitan Riviera is is placed around the Bay of Naples and arguably it occupies the most idyllic spot in the Mediterranean. Overlooking the bay of Naples with stunning views towards Capri and Mount Vesuvius in one of the most beautiful spots in the Mediterranean.
With compact beaches of basaltic sands and a profusion of ancient history so there is a selection of activities to pass the time. For those who enjoy shopping a visit to Sorrento's Corso Italia is highly recommended. There are numerous boutiques and designer shops that lace this glittering walkway. If you're after that must-have pair of shoes the latest italian fashions are always in stock.
For eating out 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 stylish 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 Italy is located 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 enchanting town enjoys a wonderful position looking out over the bay of Naples towards Mount Vesuvius. Naples and Pompeii are within striking distance as the town is at the south-eastern terminus of the Circumvesuviana rail line. Ferry boats and express hydrofoils provide services to Naples, Amalfi, Positano, Capri and Ischia.
Hotel Bristol is an excellent base from which to explore both Sorrento, with it's abundance of history and other tourism gems of the Neapolitan riviera.
If you stay at Hotel Bristol a visit to Piazza Tasso, the main square is a must. Piazza Tasso is named after the Italian poet, Torquato Tasso. This stunning square is lined with cafes and restaurants and is the perfect place to enjoy a Margherita pizza, which originated in Naples or a pasta dish with the world renowned Napolitana sauce.
A short walk from the square is an neighbourhood known as the Drains which is a maze of inviting medieval narrow streets filled with shops selling local produce like Limoncello and hand made wooden goods.
If you are yearning for sunshine, wonderful views and great restaurants offering sumptuous food then Sorrento has to tick all the right boxes