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Parco dei Principi

  • 5 stars
  • Via Bernardino Rota, 44, - Sorrento
  • 4.21493
Parco dei Principi
Parco dei Principi
Parco dei Principi
Parco dei Principi

Pure Italian architecture and design

  1. The private waterfront and beach
  2. The saltwater pool
  3. The restaurant right on the water's edge
Address
Via Bernardino Rota, 44, - Sorrento

Perched directly above the sea and featuring a series of tunnels excavated directly though the stone cliff leading from the hotel above to the private beach below, the Hotel Parco dei Principi is a masterpiece of Italian architecture and ingenuity. Designed by the architect Giò Ponti, the complex blends perfectly with the stunning beauty of Sorrento and the breathtaking surrounding land and seascapes.

Three Centuries of Beauty

The Parco dei Principi has a long history, first as a residence for noble dames and barons in the 1700's, and then as a venue for exclusive and luxurious parties and events in the following century. In the mid-1900's, the architect Giò Ponti was commissioned to transform the historic villa into a luxury hotel while maintaining an aesthetic harmony with the surrounding coastline.

Here, the azure tones of the sky, sea, and traditional majolica tiles blend together, and are echoed in the decor of the bright rooms with views over the garden and sea. This triumph of Italian style and design honors the Mediterranean water and land in its balance of modernity and tradition.

The Family Room, completely surrounded by the lush grounds, is the perfect solution for those travelling with family due to its ample indoor space including a double room and separate living area with sofabed, both of which have their own TV.

Luxury by the Sea or the Pool

The private beach at Hotel Parco dei Principi is particularly unique, formed from two rocky cliffs supporting a sundeck perched over the clear turquoise waters of Sorrento. Guests reach the beach through a series of tunnels dug through the cliffside beneath the hotel, and exit directly onto a private seaside paradise. The saltwater outdoor pool was also designed by Giò Ponti and is completely surrounded by the shady grounds of the hotel. The diving board in the center of the pool seems to float on the water's surface (pool's use is seasonal, limited to the summer months).

The Sea at Your Table

Both in the summer when guests can dine on the dock at the beach directly on the water with the cool sea breeze and sound of the waves acting as dinner companions at the Ristorante Poggio Siracusa, or in the Sala Giò Ponti dining room with views over the water from the picture windows, guests can sample the most traditional dishes from Sorrento, featuring the bounty of the land and sea.

Want to stay fit on vacation? At the Parco dei Principi, the gym is open 24 hours a day.

Guest reviews

TravelswithFran

Major mold = dealbreaker

2
Jan 13, 2025
It breaks my heart to write this review which is why it's taken me a long time to actually write it because the staff was nothing but sweet and did their best to help (my only reason for giving 2 stars instead of one). But I hate to think others will pay quite a bit for this place without first knowing what to expect. You are definitely paying for the gorgeous view with this hotel. We were given an upgraded room with a balcony but I'd be even more disappointed if we weren't. The pros… *Welcoming and kind staff. They did their best to accommodate. *Gorgeous view *Our room had a patio with peaceful ocean sounds and beautiful sunset views *Easy to get to quaint beach downstairs with staff that were super helpful The not so great parts… *The hotel itself is a bit dated and run down. **The biggest issue was the major black mold in the shower which was quite concerning and unacceptable. They came in and tried to clean it but you can tell it's been there for a really long time. I hated taking a shower, in the tiny space, trying to avoid touching anything. After visiting around and talking to some friends, there are way better places to stay in Amalfi.
ELP4665

Beautiful Hotel overlooking the coast

5
Nov 6, 2024
We stayed in one of the newly renovated apartments set in the gardens. It was genuinely wonderful with a huge walk down jacuzzi bath inside. This hotel is beautiful. Overlooking the sea and mount Vesuvius. The grounds are filled with botanical plants and lemon trees. Hotel staff lovely and very helpful. We had dinner in the hotel which was delicious, with two fussy children who were both happy. The location is 5 mins drive into Sorrento. Walkable but we had a car so drove for shopping. It was my birthday and my husband arranged a cake that was absolutely the best cake I have ever had, Strawberry Chantilly Cream. Hints and Tips: The pool gets sunshine throughout the day, but in November was shaded by 1500hrs. The beach gets sunshine until sunset and is a volcanic beach accessed by lift with beds on the decking. For travel, Pompeii was a 45 minute drive, but driving is not for the feint hearted! Breakfast was great, scrambled eggs and fruits, pastries, meats, cheeses, fresh tea and coffee. Car parking is 15 euros a day and valet service. Staff are all absolutely lovely!

Great views

3
Oct 22, 2024
The hotel offered great water views. The property was well maintained and serene. The concierge provided excellent dinner recommendations, and we were definitely satisfied with both recommendations. The breakfast buffet was good but charged extra for items such as omelets and French toast. The sound proofing in the rooms was awful and we often heard our neighbors talking or watching television.
Matt975

Majestically-run, gorgeous Hotel

5
Oct 7, 2024
We stayed for 4 nights at the end of July, with our daughter, and the grand parents. The hotel absolutely exceeded our expectations. First of all: the property itself checks all the boxes: beautiful rooms, wonderful restaurants and bars, incredible grounds, with a garden/park dating back to the 1400s, and a real (small, but still) private beach. And yes: the famous Gio Ponti swimming pool. The service is impeccable: from check-in staff to the cleaning crews, the friendliest, most proper, most polite I've found in an Italian hotel. Everyone working at the hotel has a wonderful attitude. The restaurant/bar/beach staff is with you from breakfast to night cap, and it's just the best. Special "6 star" mention to Nello, who was extra kind to our 5 yo daughter and us, and to Armando, one of the concierges, who was extra attentive to the grandparents, and us. This is a family-owned hotel, since its construction and opening in the early 1960s, and I feel that the family runs it with pride, business acumen, sensibility, elegance, while perfectly adapting to the demands of a changing clientele. Bravi! Last note: we are a two-dads family, and the hotel/staff proved also to be naturally and effortlessly LGBTQIA+ friendly

Map

The Hotel Parco dei Principi is near both the center of Sorrento and the Marina Piccola port, in a strategic location for enjoying every aspect of a seaside vacation on the Italian coast from culture to nightlife. The hotel has an outdoor parking lot available for guests.

Via Bernardino Rota, 44, - Sorrento
From €370.00