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Port of Sorrento with Mount Vesuvius in background |
Sorrento and the Neapolitan Riviera is not a traditional budget destination.
Tourism has a long track record here going back long before the mass tourism era. Much of the hotel accommodation in Sorrento town, and certainly the majority of the number of beds are heavily biased towards full service hotels in period buildings that go back well before the modern standard hotel room and hotel block architecture.
However, just like the town of Sorrento that has many facets and sub-districts of entirely contrasting look and feel you can still find small, often family operated budget accommodation scattered throughout the town.
Sorrento itself is hemmed in by the steep terrain behind and to the north of the town, but the urban habitation stretches south from Sorrento along the coast along the flat land above the cliffs.
You will find hotels all along this continuous developed coastline through the resort towns of Sant Agnello, Piano and Meta where the steep hills rise again where prices may be softer than in Sorrento town itself.
Visitor numbers to Sorrento have wide seasonal variations, the main season starting around April. Room rates are volatile with wide variations between seasons.
Availability at budget hotels are also an issue. During peak summer months the small hotels will often be sold out a long time in advance, especially family rooms. Additionally, at peak times some hotels require you to book 2 or 3 nights stay at a time, as is the case on some of our featured hotels, below.
If you are on a budget, an alternative strategy to looking at small cheap hotels in the town is to look at the hotels outside the town of Sorrento. At many times of the year a very nice hotel with outdoor pools, restaurants and great views of the Bay of Naples can be had for a similar price to a budget hotel in the town.
Many of the larger hotels will have free hotel shuttles into Sorrento Town and the local public bus service on the peninsular is very good.
Sorrento Relais Hotel Located next to the Museo Correale Di Terranova, Sorrento Relais is a 5-min walk from Sorrento's main square Piazza Tasso. It offers colourful air-conditioned rooms. You will also find a minibar and private bathroom with a large shower, hairdryer and toiletries. Breakfast (included in room rate) can be brought to your room on request. Free Wi-Fi throughout. Rooms: Single, double, triple & quad rooms |
Giacomino - Bed and Breakfast Located a 10-min walk from Sorrento bus and train station and the very centre of town. Air conditioned rooms have satellite TV, coffee machine, kettle and minibar in the room. Rooms have a private bathroom. Free toiletries, hair dryer. Some rooms have a seating area. Free Wi-Fi in all areas. Breakfast is available for a small fee and can be taken in your room. Rooms: Double/twin rooms |
Diana City - Bed and Breakfast A 5-min walk from Piazza Tasso (central square) in Sorrento and the train amd main bus terminus. Diana City offers colourful, air-conditioned rooms with a TV and free Wi-Fi. 24-hr reception. Rooms here have air conditioning, minibar and satellite TV. Rooftop terrace overlooks Sorrento town centre. Tickets desk. Paid parking. Continental breakfast is included in room rate. Rooms: Double, twin, triple & quad rooms |
Ulisse Deluxe Hostel With swimming pool, hot tub and massages, this upscale hostel has everything you need for a relaxing break in Sorrento, just a 10-minute walk from the main square, Piazza Tasso. 24-hour reception. Free Wi-Fi in all areas. Breakfast can be included in room rate and can be taken in your room. Bar. Paid parking, childsitting service, tickets desk, shared lounge. Rooms: Single, double, triple & quad rooms |
Sorrento Experience - Bed and Breakfast Sorrento Experience offers accommodation with pool and relaxing garden. Modern, en suite rooms have tiled floors some with a private balcony. The property is 750m from the centre of Sorrento. A continental breakfast is served daily in the comfort of your room (included). Free wired internet from hotel rooms. BBQ facilities and children's playground. Free parking. Rooms: Double/twin & quad rooms with balconies |
Hotel Desiree - 2 star hotel Offers accommodation on the cliffs above Sorrento, and is less than 1.2 miles from the town centre. Shops and restaurants are easily reachable on foot. Buses stopping near the hotel will bring you to the harbour. Clean, quiet and spacious rooms offer views of the gardens and the sea. The hotel has its own bay and there is a lift which will allow you to reach its free private beach. Rooms: Double rooms |