Hotel Minerva, Sorrento, Italy
| Holidays at Hotel Minerva | |||
| Departing | 7 nights from |
14 nights from |
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| Holidays to Sorrento | |||
| Departing | 7 nights from |
14 nights from |
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This charming, family-run hotel, spectacularly situated in an elevated position just a fifteen minute walk to the centre of Sorrento, possesses commanding views over the Bay of Naples. Originally built in 1875, extensive work has since been made to reconstruct this property. Bedrooms have recently been refurbished, providing bright and spacious accommodation in a typical warm, Mediterranean style. The bar, lounges and reception have all been lovingly renovated retaining the feel of an intimate, family home. Holidaymakers benefit from the use of both a large swimming pool on the rooftop and a small plunge pool with hydromassage, heated from May to October, on the terrace where sunloungers are provided.
Hotel Minerva can be found in the picturesque resort of Sorrento which can be found on the Neapolitan Riviera. The Neapolitan Riviera is nestles around the Bay of Naples and arguably it occupies the most charming location in the Mediterranean. Looking over the bay of Naples with spectacular views towards Capri and Mount Vesuvius in one of the most attractive corners of the Mediterranean. With tiny beaches of basaltic sands and a wealth of ancient history so there is a selection of activities to keep you busy. For those who enjoy a little retail therapy 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 dress there's plenty to choose from. 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 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 situated in Campania, southern Italy and is a popular tourist destination. Teetering on the edge of a cliff top that plummets to the Mediterranean, this charming town enjoys a perfect location looking out over the bay of Naples towards Mount Vesuvius. Naples and Pompeii are within reach as Sorrento is on the south-eastern end of the Circumvesuviana rail line. Boats and fast hydrofoils provide services to Naples, Amalfi, Positano, Capri and Ischia. Hotel Minerva is an ideal position from which to explore both Sorrento, with it's wealth of history and other towns on of the Neapolitan riviera. When staying at Hotel Minerva 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 edged with cafes and restaurants and is the perfect spot to enjoy a Margherita pizza, which originated in Naples or a spaghetti with the world renowned Neapolitana sauce. In the vicinity of the square is an neighbourhood known as the Drains, a network of inviting medieval alleys filled with shops offering local produce such as Limoncello and hand modelled wooden goods. If you are yearning for sunshine, wonderful views and great restaurants offering sumptuous food then Sorrento has to tick all the boxes
