- Take a step back to early 19th Century sophistication in this exclusive hotel
- Relish the incredible panoramic views of the Amalfi Coast from every angle
- Treat yourself to Michelin star food at the Terrazza Bosquet
- Let yourself be spoiled by attentive staff who will cater for your every whim
Gazing out over Sorrento from its enviable location on the Amalfi cliffs, the distinguished Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria is the epitome of opulence. Built back in 1834, the grandeur and splendour of that bygone era is still as evident and perfectly maintained today as it was when it opened its doors. From the foyer, to the dining venues, to the bedrooms, the interior is just as impressive as the building. Lined with art, antique furniture and plush fabrics, you will enjoy Edwardian sophistication at every turn.
The service is also second to none. You will be treated like royalty from the moment you arrive by staff who encompass the famously warm and inviting Italian hospitality. When it comes to dining, you won’t need to go far for exceptional food. The Michelin-starred Terrazza Boquet is the hotel’s signature restaurant and offers food as spectacular as the views.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Terazza Bosquet
Forget everything you think you know about exquisite Mediterranean flavours, because this Michelin starred eatery is about to trump them. With its delectable food, grand décor and romantic charm, it’s no surprise that people travel from afar to dine on the prized antique terrace looking out over the Gulf of Naples.
The dress code is formal, shorts are not permitted.
L'Orangerie Pool Side Bar & Restaurant
Expect hand crafted pizza, artisanal pasta and an abundance of traditional Italian flavours at this informal restaurant which can be found by the pool.
Vittoria Bar
The perfect place to have a refreshing drink while listening to some pleasant live music.
Vittoria Breakfast Room
With its elegant arches, frescoed ceilings and silver service, if you want to start your day in style, this is the place to go. Offering a tantalising breakfast buffet you’ll never be disappointed by the food or the stunning views in this delectable dining room.
Beach & Pools
Swimming Pools
With its gemstone blue waters, whirlpool hydromassager and palm-lined solarium, the hotel’s pool is an oasis of tranquility. Simply relax on the luxurious loungers with a parasol, and let the attendants look after your every need. The little ones are also catered for with a kids’ pool which can be found beside the playground.
For Families
Kids' Facilities
Kids can enjoy the playground, as well as the kids' pool. They can also use the five-a-side football pitch and basketball area.
Spa & Wellness
Boutique Spa La Serra
In need of some indulgence and TLC? Step into the hotel’s exclusive spa which is located in a 19th Century greenhouse in the lush gardens. This heavenly scented sanctuary offers an extensive array of treatments, many using local, natural products like citrus fruits and sparkling wine, that will pamper and preen you to your former self.
Fitness Centre
If you’re in the mood to pump some iron, the gym is open all day, every day. Fitted with quality Technogym machinery and weights, you can get your endorphins fix anytime you like.
Activities & Entertainment
Daytime Actitives
If you’re feeling competitive during your stay, feel free to enjoy the onsite five-a-side football pitch and the basketball court.
About the location
Sorrento is located along Italy’s spectacular Amalfi coastline, where you’ll find chic towns, historic architecture and beautiful surroundings. It’s famously where the crème de la crème of Italy like to holiday and it’s easy to see why. Pristine beaches, mountainous backdrops and colourful buildings built into the sides of the cliff greet you.
If you want to explore the town, simply wander through its cobbled streets, stopping off in picturesque gardens and designer boutiques. Or hire a car and head into nearby Amalfi with its elegant bars and iconic architecture, or the spa town of Ischia where you can fully relax and unwind.
Transfer time
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria is an hour and 30 minutes from Naples Airport.
Twin Garden View Balcony
Max 2 adults
Garden View Rooms with Balcony are approximately 25-30m² and are furnished in a typical Sorrento style with expert attention to detail. They have fantastic views over the orange orchard that surrounds the hotel and facilities include air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer, safe, complimentary Wi-Fi, a bathtub, bathrobes and slippers.
25-30m²
Twin Superior Partial Sea View Balcony
Max 2 adults
Superior Partial Sea View Rooms with Balcony are approximately 25-30m² and are furnished in a typical Sorrento style with expert attention to detail. They have partial views over the Bay of Naples and facilities include air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer, safe, complimentary Wi-Fi, a bathtub, bathrobes and slippers.
25-30m²
Deluxe Sea View Balcony
Max 3 adults
Deluxe Sea View Rooms with Balcony are finely decorated in Vietri ceramic tiles and are approximately 32m². The private balcony offers a view over the Gulf of Naples. There is a seating area with sofa bed and the bathroom is furnished in marble.
32m²
Junior Suite Garden View Balcony
Max 3 adults
Junior Suites with Garden View are elaborately decorated and luxurious with a separate seating area or living room, marble bathroom and garden views from the balcony. Facilities include air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer, safe, complimentary Wi-Fi, a bathtub, bathrobes and slippers.
Junior Suite Superior Partial Sea View Balcony
Max 3 adults
Junior Suites with Partial Sea View are elaborately decorated and luxurious with a separate seating area or living room, marble bathroom and partial sea views from the balcony. Facilities include air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer, safe, complimentary Wi-Fi, a bathtub, bathrobes and slippers.
Junior Suite Deluxe Sea View Balcony
Max 3 adults
Deluxe Junior Suites have a luxurious terrace area with views of the Gulf of Naples and measure 36-55m². Facilities include air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer, safe, complimentary Wi-Fi, a bathtub, bathrobes and slippers.
36-55m²
Suite Superior Sea View
Max 3 adults
Suites Superior Sea View are luxuriously decorated and have views from the balcony or terrace, a bedroom with a separate seating area and a large bathroom.
Suite Deluxe Sea View Balcony
Max 3 adults
Suites Deluxe are luxuriously decorated and have front sea views from the balcony or terrace, a bedroom with a separate seating area and a large bathroom. Facilities include air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, hairdryer, safe, complimentary Wi-Fi, a bathtub, bathrobes and slippers.
Suite One Of A Kind Sea View Balcony
Max 3 adults
One of a Kind Suites with Sea View and Balcony are the ultimate in luxury and comfort as they are individually decorated and each has a history of their own. They enjoy sweeping sea views from their private terrace and each has a bedroom with a separate seating area and a large bathroom.
Free Nights
1 Free night for stays of 4 nights completed between 01 October - 27 December 2020.
1 Free night for stays of 7 nights completed between 01 May - 30 September 2020.
Based on 1827 traveller reviews
92% of travellers recommended this hotel
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Reviews
“ Superb location and setting
derekholley, London, United Kingdom
Oct 19 2020
In the epicentre of Sorrento and perched above the marina (accessed via a lift from the hotel terrace) where ferries zip off to Naples, Capri, Ischia and the Amalfi coast. So the location is...
In the epicentre of Sorrento and perched above the marina (accessed via a lift from the hotel terrace) where ferries zip off to Naples, Capri, Ischia and the Amalfi coast. So the location is unrivalled and if you have a front-facing room the views would also be tough to match anywhere in the world. Beautiful dining area/views at Breakfast, I also tried the Michelin-starred restaurant (tasting menu: superb, so many different combinations, tastes and smells that almost overwhelmed and maybe less would be more). Difficult to assess in these strange times and it being little out-of-season as well, the hotel was not well occupied and thus lacking ambience and atmosphere. For example an early evening aperitif from the bar was rarely accompanied by other guests. I love the evening bed turn-down service and pillow chocolate and hope that tradition never becomes unfashionable. I guess one (self interested!) gripe would be the fact no room upgrade was offered when there were clearly plenty of rooms available. It would have been a nice thing to offer in the circumstances and would certainly have seen a 5 star review from this particular guest.
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“ A Sublime Hotel
Mobile725844,
Oct 18 2020
This was our first, abeit short, visit to this magnificent hotel and will be the first of many.
Having a special interest in Roman history, the site and artefacts remaining on the estate added a...
This was our first, abeit short, visit to this magnificent hotel and will be the first of many.
Having a special interest in Roman history, the site and artefacts remaining on the estate added a special magic for me.
We realised that the Covid19 situation would provide a different to usual experience at the hotel but can only say that we found our stay wonderful in every way, from the friendly and welcoming staff
to the magnificent breakfast served with great aplomb each morning to the delightful drinks on the terrace each evening
The well maintained grounds were a special pleasure and the well managed swimming pool area complete with its own archaeological site was a pleasure indeed.
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“ Sorrento's fantastic landscape
AKing65, Italy
Oct 10 2020
It is an historical place with a fantastic landscape. Very good hospitality and services. Room is very comfortable and toilets new. Rates are a little but expensive especially for the hotel services...
It is an historical place with a fantastic landscape. Very good hospitality and services. Room is very comfortable and toilets new. Rates are a little but expensive especially for the hotel services. Too much noice in swimming pool but pool services are good. There is a big parking but the recharging stations are usually occupied by no hybrid or electric cars.
At least I suggest to every one to spend good time there. An especially mention to hotel director, she is really professional and take care of hotel guest
Let's go to Sorrento...... and taste the flowers of Napoli' gulf
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“ Amazing stay
aabb92, Guildford, United Kingdom
Sep 30 2020
We visited with my parents - my parents being on their third trip here said we all had to go as they have the best time and is their home away from home! Can I just say it was just simply amazing...
We visited with my parents - my parents being on their third trip here said we all had to go as they have the best time and is their home away from home! Can I just say it was just simply amazing.. everything was perfect and everyone we met was just so lovely. We ate a few nights in the hotel and had some drinks in the hotel and it was all just lovely! Our room was amazing with great sea views. I can???t wait to come again next summer!! So glad we didnt cancel our trip due to covid and carry on as it was just simply perfect.
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“ Not to be missed
221roz, Surrey, United Kingdom
Sep 23 2020
I must endorse the previous, recent reviews. We are so pleased we held on tightly to this year's booking despite the problems with Covid-19, determined not to miss it if the hotel was open and...
I must endorse the previous, recent reviews. We are so pleased we held on tightly to this year's booking despite the problems with Covid-19, determined not to miss it if the hotel was open and flights not cancelled. The experience of returning to stay at this hotel is very special , feeling instantly absorbed into the bosom of the staff and the fabric of the hotel. Ebullient General Manager, Tiziana Laterza, has brilliantly and stoically maintained the highest standards and the wonderful team spirit which epitomise this incredible hotel and make it feel like the 'home away from home' we love so much.
We only left the hotel once in 10 days, due to the fascination of watching the movements of people, boats and ferries in the port and the sight of Vesuvius from the balcony of our lovely sea view room together with the beautiful, luxurious surroundings of the hotel , relaxation and pampering. The various types of live music in the evenings on the terrace were most enjoyable especially the fantastic concert featuring Mario Biondi on my husband's birthday.
It is a matter for serious debate whether the changes to the location of breakfast,
due to Covid measures , is a loss or a gain. In my view, it requires the wisdom of Solomon to decide whether the legendary buffet breakfast in the stupendous, frescoed Vittoria ballroom is a loss when it has been replaced by diligent breakfast service from Rafaelle, Giovanni, Vincenzo, Guiseppe, AnnaMaria, Pasqualino and colleagues on the iconic terrace overlooking the Gulf of Naples and Vesuvius. The local eggs remain soooo fresh. Whether perfectly poached, boiled or scrambled, they are delicious.
For several years now we have booked directly with the hotel instead of using packages with travel companies. This gives an Ambassador Guest role which provides a great deal on room rates and gives a 15% discount on food, beverages. spa and boat services as well as generous cancellation conditions. In addition, this year the hotel has offered #BeExcelsior certificates for 500 euros each, continuing until December 2020, which are redeemed for 650 euros each against stays at the hotel until the end of May 2022. We have congratulated ourselves profusely for buying some months ago as we saved 1800 euros on our holiday. No mean feat - the best interest rate we know of!! We hope the booking we have already made for next year will be as successful and we shall return happily to Sorrento.
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