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Parco dei Principi

  • 5 stars
  • Via Bernardino Rota, 44, - Sorrento
  • 4.21512
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

bun b

esperienza fantastica

5
Sep 30, 2025
tutto oltre le mie aspettative, una sorpresa continua sia come servizio che come accoglienza, la location da sola basta il prezzo della camerae Sorrento è sempre il meglio che ci possa essere nel mondo
CThomp0

A Truly Memorable Stay for Our Honeymoon

5
Sep 29, 2025
Sorrento is truly a wonderful place. We stayed at this hotel as part of our honeymoon, and the front desk team welcomed us so warmly, even congratulating us on our special trip. The view from the hotel is simply breathtaking, and I’m so grateful to the staff for making us feel genuinely at home. The restaurant staff was impeccable — greeting us by name every single day — and the maitre, Domenico, was incredibly kind and professional. The rooms were spotless and well maintained. All in all, it’s absolutely worth visiting Sorrento, and if you do, don’t hesitate to stay at Parco dei Principi — you won’t regret it!
Johnny J

Avoid Parco dei Principi – Not 5-Star, Not Even Close: MOLD, Plumbing issues, mismanagement

1
Sep 24, 2025
I would strongly caution anyone considering a stay at Parco dei Principi in Sorrento. Our experience here was one of the worst we’ve had in years of travel, and the hotel’s management only made it worse after the fact. Our first room was completely uninhabitable due to mold. This was not “a smell of humidity” as the hotel later tried to spin it—it was harmful black mold, clearly visible on the intake vent, and it made both me and my daughter physically unwell. A professional even confirmed it from photos. Yet, despite raising this issue on the very first night, my family was not moved immediately and was left to stay in these unsafe conditions. When we were finally moved, the problems didn’t stop. On another night in the new room, none of the showers worked and the only water available was scalding hot from the bath. My family of five, including young children, could not even clean ourselves. That is a basic requirement of any hotel, regardless of how many stars it claims. The rest of the property was equally disappointing: • Pool consistently dirty and unusable (lazy lifeguards closed during light rain). • Filthy and worn furniture, rugs, and chairs. • Bathrooms in dire need of bleaching and resealing. • Overall upkeep far below what you would expect, even at a 3-star property, let alone one advertising itself as luxury. And if that wasn’t enough, the real nightmare began after checkout. The hotel initially promised a refund of two nights. Weeks of back and forth later, they wired us less than what they agreed, shorting us by over €130. Despite my repeated attempts to resolve this, the hotel has refused to correct their own underpayment. To be clear: the staff in the breakfast room were wonderful, and Amar at the Blu Bar deserves credit for his warmth and excellent recommendations. But these individuals cannot make up for a hotel that fails to deliver on even the most basic standards of safety, cleanliness, and honesty. Parco dei Principi markets itself as a 5-star destination. In reality, it is poorly maintained, mismanaged, and dismissive of guest concerns—even when health and safety are at stake. Save yourself the frustration and choose one of the many other truly excellent hotels in Sorrento.
kfirshir

Ehhhhhh- pass

3
Sep 14, 2025
Beautiful property, views and gardens but very very outdated rooms, and unhelpful staff. Would not come back and would not recommend to friends.

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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 €234.00