Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria, Sorrento

Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria has been in operation since 1834 and sits on a rock above the Bay of Naples. The hotel is a member of Leading Hotels of the World and occupies three Belle Epoque buildings set within a 20,000-square-meter Mediterranean garden. An entrance from Piazza Tasso leads into the property, and a private lift connects the terrace directly to the harbour.

The hotel has 92 rooms and suites across three historic buildings. Some rooms open onto balconies with direct views of the Bay of Naples or the Mediterranean garden. Each room includes parquet or tiled floors and complimentary welcome amenities.

Terrazza Bosquet, the hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant, serves gourmet cuisine and is led by a Michelin-starred chef. The property has two restaurants, including L'Orangerie for poolside lunches, and a bar with sea views. Evening entertainment includes live music, themed dinner nights, and culinary events.

La Serra spa has hot tubs, massage rooms, body treatments, facials, manicures, pedicures, and waxing services. The outdoor swimming pool is heated seasonally and has a hydromassage area, a sun terrace, and free parasols, sun beds, and deck chairs. The fitness centre provides a personal trainer, and spa/wellness packages are available.

A private lift from the hotel reaches the harbour, where ferries depart to Capri and boat excursions run along the Amalfi Coast. Mount Vesuvius is visible across the bay, and Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast scenic drives are nearby; the hotel provides concierge services, valet parking, an electric vehicle charging station, and an airport shuttle. Business travelers and wedding parties have access to meeting/banquet facilities and a business centre, while families can use the children's playground, kids' outdoor play equipment, and babysitting/child services; pets are accepted and pet bowls are provided.

Location: Cliffside hotel with private lift to Sorrento harbour

Dining: Michelin-starred Terrazza Bosquet and poolside L'Orangerie

Wellness: La Serra spa with hot tubs, massage rooms, and body treatments

Rooms: 92 rooms and suites across three historic buildings

Weddings & Business: Destination weddings, meeting/banquet facilities, and business centre

Family & Pets: Family rooms, children's playground, kids' outdoor play equipment, and pet bowls