The Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria stands on Piazza Tasso, the central square of Sorrento, and looks out over the Bay of Naples from a cliff-top setting. It is a classic grand hotel with about eighty rooms and suites, formal public rooms, gardens and an art-filled interior. The pool is seasonal, but the spa and health club, the lounges and the terraces make it a comfortable base even in November. A private lift connects the hotel to the pier and the harbour ferries below, which makes it a practical base for Capri and the coast.
Location is the first reason to choose it. The hotel is on Piazza Tasso, so the old town, the shops and the restaurants are on the doorstep, and Sorrento station is a few minutes on foot. The private lift down to the port is useful in a place where the climb from the harbour is steep, and it saves a lot of effort when you are heading for an early boat. Naples airport is roughly an hour and a half by road.
The rooms vary from classic doubles to suites and multi-bedroom villas, so there is room for couples, families and groups. Those with a sea view cost more but are the point of staying here. Public spaces include gardens, a rooftop terrace, bars and restaurants, and a small gallery. In summer the pool, children's pool and marina access are the draw, but in November the spa, the lounges and the dining rooms are the focus, and the property is quieter and calmer.
Breakfast is an optional extra on typical rates, so decide whether you want it, and parking is charged daily with limited spaces.
Good to know
The hotel closes for a winter break in the new year, so check dates if you are travelling in January to March. It suits milestone trips, couples and anyone who wants old-fashioned service and a central address with views. Light sleepers should ask for a room away from the square, since Piazza Tasso is lively in the evening. Travellers who want a modern, minimalist stay may prefer a smaller hotel.
Why stay here
- ✓Piazza Tasso location
- ✓Cliff-top bay views
- ✓Private lift to the port
- ✓Gardens and terraces
- ✓Spa and health club
- ✓Seasonal outdoor pool
- ✓Restaurants and bars
- ✓Rooftop terrace
Good questions
Is the Excelsior Vittoria open all year?+
No. The property usually closes from early January to the end of March, and the pool is seasonal.
How do I get to the port?+
A private lift connects the hotel to the pier and the harbour ferries, which is useful for early boats to Capri.
Is breakfast included?+
Breakfast was shown as an optional extra on typical rates, so confirm the inclusions when you book.
