Hotel Bristol

We stayed here for the first time in August. The hotel is spotless. The staff can’t do enough for you. Luca and his team in the restaurant are fabulous. The food was excellent and we felt spoiled. The pool area was great and we never struggled to get a lounger together. The location is great. A short 10 minute walk to the bustling centre. We had a room with a balcony, so to wake each morning, open the shutters and gaze upon Versuvius and the Bay of Naples was spectacular! Couldn’t recommend this hotel highly enough and we’d love to return.

Spent early August 25 at the Bristol Hotel with my daughter (14) and had a great time. First impressions of the hotel were very good, room felt a little basic but when we opened the curtain to our sea view balcony every minor niggle about the room disappeared, what a view. I'm not sure what the rooms were like without the view, but upgrade if you can stretch to it. Food in the evening was a good mix of Italian dishes, fish, meats, pasta. Vegetarians seem to be considered too, the odd dish seemed a little experimental but didn't detract from the overall experience. The staff in the dining hall are incredible, so friendly, welcoming and eager to look after you, definite highlight to the holiday. Interestingly on the flight back we heard stories from other hotels where the staff were a little uninterested, I'm not sure where the Bristol finds its staff but keep it a secret, you sound like you win hands down on that front. Location wise, the view doesn't come for free, it is elevated in the town but the hill walk back is gentle enough not to challenge most. The traffic can be a challenge, keep your wits about you and you're fine. The walk into the town centre is about 10 - 15 minutes and when you're there Sorrento doesn't disappoint. Excursions - Pompeii on the train was an experience, trains are dated rattlers but it added to the experience if i'm honest. Pompeii is really interesting, wear good shoes and take water and a hat, its hot. Amalfi road and boat was good, got a good mix of both sides of the coast. Had 2.5 hours in Amalfi itself, maybe a tad long for me but sat down with a limoncella spritz and people watched. Definitely take the boat trip along the coast from Amalfi when you're there.

This was our 6th visit to Hotel Bristol. Excellence in all areas is guaranteed, that's why we return every two or three years. A special mention must go to the maitre d Luca, who makes us feel like family and always makes sure we are being looked after, the hotel wouldn't be the same without him. A big thank you as well to his team, in particular Giuseppe (senior), Vincenzo, and the new Giuseppe who always went out of their way to make us feel welcome and serve us with a smile.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Everything about this hotel is so well organised and the staff are exceptionally helpful and friendly. The views from our balcony and all of the public areas are stunning. The restaurant staff could not have been more welcoming and the food was very good. The pool area is kept very clean and there were always sunbeds available. The walk into Sorrento is easy although you have to take care as the pavement is very narrow in places. If we return to Sorrento then we would definitely choose to stay at this hotel again.