Grand Hotel Royal

With its flawless position on a clifftop overlooking the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius right in the heart of postcard-perfect Sorrento, Grand Hotel Royal is one of this resort town's most prestigious addresses. Each of the bright, airy rooms and suites has a private balcony with exclusive views of the Mediterranean or the hotel's beautiful private gardens, and the recently restored interiors offer the most up-to-date luxury and comfort while retaining their classic historic elegance: sweeping marble staircases and crystal chandeliers, sumptuous sofas and carved wooden furnishings, and precious antiques grace the hotel's public halls and lounges.

The hotel's fine dining restaurant, "Le Relais", features both local Mediterranean cuisine and international dishes on its gourmet menu, paired with an extensive wine list including the best local and international labels. To celebrate special occasions or events, the "Glicini" Room off the main dining room offers breathtaking views of the lush gardens and sparkling Mediterranean...the perfectly unforgettable venue for your wedding reception or gala dinners in Italy.

For a lighter repast, the "Caprice" Lounge Bar serves afternoon tea and evening cocktails, and the poolside Restaurant & Snack Bar "La Terrasse" serves traditional Neapolitan pizza, fish dishes, grilled meat,and light salads at informal tables overlooking the sea.

Below the hotel at the water's edge, theSnack-Bar "La Marine" on Grand Hotel Royal's private jetty, offers drinks and simple appetizers with a view of the water, and the nearby private beach is the perfect spot for sunbathing, a leisurely swim, or for setting off on a sail along the Amalfi Coast or across the gulf to Italy's Island of Capri.