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Parco dei Principi

  • 5 stars
  • Via Bernardino Rota, 44, - Sorrento
  • 4.21500
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

MJ S

Beautiful on the Surface, but BEWARE of the BAIT & SWITCH Beneath

2
Jun 1, 2025
I am a seasoned traveler and did months of research for my first trip to the Amalfi Coast. The most important amenity for me was a private beach to be able sun and swim. I wrote to the hotel months before hand to make sure the beach would be open when my family arrived. I was told it opened the month before we would be there. Upon arriving we were learned the beach was closed for repairs. It had been open (we has seen the announcement on the hotel’s social media). Along with the beach being closed, so was the bar and restaurant that is on the same level as the beach. Problems arise, I get it. I bit my tongue. Well, I had also asked about gluten free options before arriving. The breakfast in the morning is quite nice for those of us who don’t have Celiac’s (a family member of mine does). There were 12 to 15 lovely pastries each morning, but NONE were gluten free. With an assortment you would think one or two are GF, especially after I had inquired. We decided to use the gym at the hotel, but it was also CLOSED. I question how this hotel is a 5 star resort. I had some nice conversations with other guests from Boston, London and Rome who were also surprised that the beach was closed, because they expected it open. An Italian friend of mine who recommended this hotel said “the beach is the best part of the experience” and was shocked it wasn’t open. It’s one thing to have property issues, but it's another thing to not know how to remedy the problems for your guests who are paying over $500 a night. I have stayed at high end resorts for work and business. Parco dei Principi is not run like a luxury hotel. Guests have been notified prior to arrival of the issues. I would have booked elsewhere. The hotel could have comped our meals…or offered a free night (we were booked for 3…or reimbursed our transportation to and from the hotel from the train station. There were options to make the guests feel that they were heard. We were offered a drink ticket for a free drink and the offer to be taken care of if/when we book at one of their “resorts” in the future. If we aren’t taken care of in the present, why would guest ever book again in the future? I will say the AC worked well in the room, the pillows were comfortable and I liked soap in the shower, but none of this makes amends for being robbed of the beach that was the main part of why we booked the hotel.
Natalie H

Best holiday

5
May 29, 2025
Absolutely loved our stay here. Very clean hotel, amazing breakfast and stunning views. Lovely hotel garden , pool area and plenty of space to sit and admire the stunning views 15 minute walk into the centre of Sorrento or you can prebook the mini bus from the hotel which is free Staff very friendly too

AMAZING!!

5
May 21, 2025
Amazing hotel and staff. Loved every single minute of it Can’t wait to get back here. The hotel is clean and comfortable. Nothing to complain about everything is exceptional. Take a tour with Luigi and let him guide you on the journey to the best possible experiences of your trip.
ShwetzerR

Relaxing break and kind staff

5
May 3, 2025
Stayed here in April, the hotel is far from noisy spots, room with garden view was so quiet. Hotel is close to Sorrento city center, 20 minutes by walking. Whole staff was kind and helpful in making our stay very enjoyable, Masimo and Georgio smiling and ready to help at night time too. Props to everybody!

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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 €689.00