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Hotel Minerva

in Sorrento , Neapolitan Riviera T rating: 4

Central location
Family-run
Rooftop pool

For authentic Sorrento with a modern edge, it’s got to be the Hotel Minerva.

This 19th-century hotel has been renovated in recent years, but it’s still managed to retain its traditional charm. Cue stone walls, red window shutters and wrought-iron balconies. Outside, a terracotta sun terrace is wrapped around a large swimming pool and a hydro-massage tub. The whole area is set on a raised platform overlooking the Bay of Naples, so widescreen views stretch out in every direction.

Inside, meanwhile, the hotel combines understated elegance with a relaxed, homely feel. Take the lobby for instance. Sprawl-on-me sofas line up against the walls, while golden chandeliers add a touch of regal refinement.

On the dining front, meanwhile, expect a mix of local cuisine and international favourites. And the best part is, the restaurant itself is just as impressive as the food. Cue curved ceiling arches, huge mirrors and walls painted in a mix of vanilla and soft violet. Plus when the weather’s warm, you can dine on the terrace that overlooks the bay below.

Hotel features

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Meals

Restaurant Minerva offering local Italian and international dishes
Gentlemen must wear long trousers for evening meals

Swimming pool

Rooftop swimming pool
Poolside bar
Sunbeds
Hydro-massage plunge pool on the reception level

Entertainment

For Families

Cots for hire

Special Offers

Honeymooners will receive a bottle of wine on arrival

Extra Charges

Some facilities may incur extra local charges, please see the A- Z Guide

Other Information

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Only from Thomson

In the UK, this holiday is only available from the Thomson Group.

24/7 Service in Resort

This is our 24-hour phone service. You can use it to book days out, find out the local bus times and let us know about any problems that crop up. Prefer to speak to someone face to face? You can call us to arrange a personal visit too.

Our rating

Official Rating

4 Star

No. of lifts

No. of rooms

Room facilities

All rooms have air-conditioning 15th Jun-15 Sep, satellite TV, telephone and hairdryer. Standard rooms have twin beds and an extra bed with no balcony or sea view and some are wall facing.
Sea-view twin rooms with a balcony sleeping 2 are available on the 1st and 2nd floors of the annexe building or sleeping 3 are available on the higher floors, a 3rd bed is available. Sea-view twin rooms without a balcony sleeping 3 with an extra bed are also available.

Room Upgrades

We also offer Attic rooms with a private bath.

Location

On the main road uphill 800m from the shops and bars
Overlooking the Bay of Naples and the harbour and beach of Marina Grande

Transfers

2 hours

Your guide to Sorrento, Neapolitan Riviera

“With buzzing Vespas winding through narrow backstreets and red chillies hanging from shop doorways, Sorrento offers up an authentic slice of Italy.”

One of the first things you’ll notice about Sorrento is its location. Sitting on a cliff that drops sheer into the sea, the town overlooks the Bay of Naples and has a view of Mount Vesuvius to boot. The dramatic coastline gives way to sunbathing platforms and the occasional small pebbly beach where you can soak up the sun. Sorrento life revolves around Piazza Tasso, where tables and chairs spill out of coffee shops onto the cobbles. Here, take your seat to watch the street theatre that is Neapolitan life unfold. By day, nonnas sit crocheting while old men put the world to rights in a flurry of animated hand gestures. By night, the square comes to life with trendy twenty-somethings en route to the late night bars. Away from this lively meeting place, hop on a tour bus to nearby Pompeii or take a stroll down to Marina Piccola and set sail for chic Capri. Closer to home, saunter along the exclusive Corso Italia in search for that all-important pair of designer shoes. And don’t miss the old town where you’ll find a rabbit’s warren of alleyways laced with old-world antique shops and trattorias serving regional specialities. Talking of food, eating out in Sorrento is a delight. From pizzas cooked in wood-fire ovens to heaped platters of seafood linguine along the harbourfront, there’s plenty to tempt you out for an al fresco meal under the stars.

Reviews

Hotel Minerva reviews - what customers thought

Thomson Web Reviews

Based on 17 reviews

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Latest Thomson Reviews

Written on 01/10/2010, Anonymous said...

I went with my sister for a week to Sorrento. We booked everything through Thomson and were not disappointed. The hotel (Minerva) was excellent - and the food they served was so good we ended up eating there every evening and the staff were warm and... more on this review

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