Bed & Breakfast Villa Oriana Relais - Sant'Agnello Sorrento

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Apr 2008

Beautiful location, excellent breakfasts (the best we had from any other B & B), and gracious hostess. Very lovely location! The B&B can be difficult to locate, so make sure you call ahead to get specific directions.

Guest name: LP, USA

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Mar 2008

Villa Oriani was a beautiful B&B with superior surroundings/facilities. Our greeting was wonderful-complete with fresh lemonade and out- door seating on a balcony overlooking the Bay of Naples/Pompeii. Maria and Ornella were extremely helpful with everything. They even recommended a restaurant who would pick us up and return us to our B&B for dinner. Everything was perfect-phenominal breakfasts with homemade bakery and fresh mozzarella. We have stayed at multiple B&B's-this is by far the best ever.Drawback-marble floors carary sound-a little loud at times.

Guest name: Jack-Rebecca Jones, USA

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Mar 2008

Hello, For the first time we spent some days in Villa Oriana with our boys (teens) in summer 03. The second time we were there with one couple in March 05. This year (March 08) we were in Villa Oriana for the third time) and we have brought some friends with us (8 Person). We like this place located in the lemon and orange garden and the family atmosphere very much. We will come back definitely as a group. Ewa Koniarz

Guest name: Ewa Koniarz, Germany

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Feb 2008

Owners treated us like family. Super breakfast. Wish we had stayed longer.

Guest name: FI, USA

Average rating:  3.6

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jan 2008

Don't really know where to start. This place did not even have pillows that can be used. The towels were thin like bedsheets. There were no extra blankets given. No adequate shower gel or soap in the bathroom. The location "st. Agnela" is supposed to be a walking distance from Sorrento, as quoted on the web site. Don't be fooled. Unless you feel like being struck my cars and trucks on the road, there is no walking path. This is not the place to stay, for young people, who wants to sight seeing. This place is perfect for older people, who want to relax in solitude. Overall, we had to shorten our stay, so we can go somewhere else.

Guest name: PG, Netherlands

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Jan 2008

If you need a few goceries or bread for a lunch box head for the railway station - at the foot of the steps facing the station turn right and go to the end of the street. On the right hand side at the courner is a great little shop whose owner gives a sweet to children and foreigners who buy his produce. It is great, he is great but his english is not. Your Italian will improve there.

Guest name: Ian Brodie, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: 

stayed in Mar 2007

My father and I took an extended trip to Italy and this was by far the most wonderful place to stay. I can't call it a hotel or even a pension as it was so much more. Maria, her family & staff went out of their way to be helpful and treated us with much kindness. The rooms are very spacious, uncluttered, and comfortable. The public space offers spectacular views of Vesuvius, The Bay of Naples, & the islands. Breakfast was delicious with homemade cake, excellent coffee, etc., every morning. The setting of the villa is within orange and lemon orchards so each room has a lovely aspect as well as a balcony or patio. It is a steep climb up from Sant Agnello to Villa Oriana but my 75 year old father & I managed quite well. It is also very easy (and inexpensive) to get a taxi. I would highly recommend Villa Oriana as a base to explore Pompeii, Herculeneum, Sorrento, Capri, etc. A sincere "Thank you" to Maria & her family. I will return.

Guest name: MS, USA

Average rating:  8.5

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

It was a beautiful place and the staff was very welcoming and generous. A little too pricey though. Quite accomodating, we were heading off to Capri before staying in Sorrento, they allowed us to park our car there for a few days. Highly recommended.

Guest name: AO, Canada

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Sep 2007

We booked a double room in this quiet family run bed & breakfast in the coastal town of Sorrento. We were given a room with a breathtaking view overlooking the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. On our arrival, we were offered a lemon juice made from fresh lemons picked from their orchard. The path leading up to the house was lined with lemon trees and other fruit trees, from which they also make their own marmalade. Breakfast was one of the highlights. Everything was home grown or local produce and the owner even baked two cakes (one savoury and one sweet) every morning. The rooms were spacious and spotless and nicely decorated. The only downside was the steep, winding road up the hill to the Villa. Although the Villa was conveniently located, just a 5/10 min walk from the main street, the town centre was a bit further (20 min walk), but it was well worth staying there as it is halfway in between Naples and Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast. The hotel also offers parking facilities which can come in handy, specially in the busy summer months. Staff were very friendly and helpful too and gave us indications and directions on how to reach the major sights. Overall, we took home a very good impression and we would not hesitate just a bit in recommending this lovely place.

Guest name: MARYLYN GAYO, Spain

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jul 2007

What an incredible view as you sit and eat a great breakfast looking at the sea. Very friendly, great place for kids. Staff very helpful. Maria and Guiseppi are great--ask for his homemade OJ.

Guest name: TS, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Apr 2007

we stayed at villa oriana over easter 2007 and would highly recommend this beautiful villa. our hostess Maria could not have been more friendly,helpful and welcoming. our room was spacious,immaculate and with beautiful views over the bay of naples and vesuvius. the breakfast was outstanding with homemade breads,cakes,marmalades from the villa's own lemon & orange groves.the villa is a 10-15 walk from the town up a steepish hill,but well worth it for the spectacular views. we would certainly hope to return and would highly recommend villa oriana-it is one of our most memorable holidays.

Guest name: David Taper, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jan 2007

We had a wonderful stay at Villa Oriana. We arrived during "siesta" time and could not find a taxi so a very kind policeman, Salvatore, took up to the B&B. We were greeted by Maria who made us a coffee and invited us into her kitchen to watch her aunties make strufoli (a typical Italian New Year's treat). She gave us maps and a magazine about things going on in Sorrento. We loved the orchard surrounding. The breakfasts were wonderful (fresh tomatoes, marmelades from the citrus on the property, fresh squeezed juice, and homemade cakes). It was a walk into Sorrento but we has wonderful weather and love to walk so it was not a problem. We were there for New Year's eve. Maria invited us and the other quests to the roof top to watch the fireworks. Amazing and beautiful. Solid fireworks from Naples to Sorrento. The view from the dining room is wonderful: the bay and Mt. Vesuvius.

Guest name: Emily Miranda, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Sep 2006

Our host, Maria, was delightful!! The room was spotless, and the breakfast was superb!!! The views from the terrace breathtaking. Another bonus for our 9 year old daughter was that we were able to use the swimming pool at the hotel just down the road. A fabulous base from which to explore the whole area; from Vesuvius and Pompeii to Capri.

Guest name: Michael Stoyles, Australia

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jul 2006

Our stay at Valla Oriana exceeded every expectation. It was the most welcoming, beautiful setting in our three week trip throughout Italy. The hospitality extended to our group was so warm and genuine. Signora Maria and Signore Giusseppe make every guest feel special and like a part of the family. And the sweet Ivana, who is spending her summer at Villa Oriana as concierge/hostess was charming and adorable. We wished she could come home with us! The setting is truly dreamlike-among the lemon and orange trees-overlooking the Bay of Naples and Mt Vesuvius. All this and The World Cup celebration in the village below! Everything I read about Villa Oriana was surpassed. Our room was pristine and elegant. The breakfast - delicious perfection and so personal. We felt trluy sad when it was time to leave and would return in a minute if it were possible. Susan Bartolini Baltimore, MD

Guest name: Susan Bartolini, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2006

We spent three nights at the Villa and had a wonderful stay with caring hosts, warm welcome and great breakfasts and room. We would highly recommend this place. It is a bit out of the centre of Sorrento but well worth the extra few kilometers. Good luck for continued success to Maria, Pepe and Pasquale!!

Guest name: Rosalie Mester, Israel

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2006

If you are lucky enough to be anywhere near Sorrento, stay in this charming property surrounded by lemon and orange groves. The warm hospitality of the family, is part of the experience you will never forget. The breakfast is beautifully set in a wonderful large room overlooking the sea and on a clear day you will have a view of Mt. Vesuvius. The homemade products which grace the table will have you yearning for Mandarin Marmalade for years to come! Hand-painted tiles in the luxurious bathrooms add to the high standards in decor.

Guest name: John Parzakonis, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Couple with children

stayed in Mar 2006

You couldn't begin to ask for a better place to stay or any nicer people to stay with. Breakfast-Awesome. Hospitality-Awesome. View-more than Awesome. One rainy night when finishing dinner, the restaurant manager says, "The Oriana. I know it well." And he drove us back to the B&B. It really doesn't get any better than this place.

Guest name: Nivine Richie, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jan 2006

Giuseppe, Maria and Pasquale made us feel very welcome in their B&B. They were all very helpful. The views were stunning and the breakfast of home made produce was excellent. What agreat place. We will return.

Guest name: John Yates, Australia

Average rating:  8.4

Guest type: Couple with children

stayed in Aug 2005

Wonderful welcome and hospitality superb throughout our 10 day stay. Breakfast delicious and view from balcony hard to beat. Maria really seems to enjoy making her guests feel at home. Only about 15 to 20 mins walk into Sorrento but road often quite 'busy'.

Guest name: Robert Buckley, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Sep 2005

Very friendly and clean hotel with beatiful views and garden.Homemade cakes,freshly squeezed o.j. and garden grown tomatoes for breakfast.It was difficult to find, look for signs to hotel Christina.The villa is not walking distance from town and the parking is almost impossible in Sorrento. Next time I would've looked for something in town and on the sea.

Guest name: Inna Blakeman, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group of friends

stayed in Sep 2005

What can one say but, Wow! The rooms are both clean and nicely furnished with antique furniture. The views of Naples Bay, extraordinary and the breakfest, included in the reasonable price for the quality is a tastefully laid out and delicious breakfest.

Guest name: Ron Luckerman, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group

stayed in Sep 2005

What an enchanting villa! We arrived at Villa Oriana exhausted after touring Italy for two weeks (running from one place to another) and this villa provided with a cozy respite from the vacation. There are not enough good things I can say about Villa Oriana to do it justice. First, it has a fabulous panoramic view of Sorrento and the ocean, which can be enjoyed from your room’s balcony. Second, if you are looking for a tranquil time, the lemon groves set the tone with its citrus smell. Just as fantastic is the homemade complimentary breakfast: chocalate cake (made without flour), natural lemonade (made from their own trees), delicious marmalade (again, made from their fruit trees), fresh (and I mean fresh) mozzarella cheese…and I better stop there because all this talk is making me crave the wonderful feast. Last but not least, is the extraordinary customer service provided by the owners of the villa. They truly go the extra mile to make you feel at home. Another important fact to know about Villa Oriana (and Sorrento for that matter) is that is an excellent hub to visit other places. You can stay here and take daily excursions to close by sights such as Pompeii, the Amalfi coast, Capri and so forth. Enjoy your stay…I know you will! Final notes: 1. Although we had to share bathrooms with other rooms, they were extremely clean. 2. Make sure you take a taxi to the villa, unless of course you want a good work out.

Guest name: Marisa Rodriguez, USA

Average rating:  8.2

Guest type: Couple with children

stayed in Jun 2005

We were unable to stay at Villa Oriana because a bomb scare had closed the highwawy and had caused previous guests to stay on so our room was not available. We were very disappointed because we were welcomed with homemade lemonade and limoncello and the smell of freshly baked breads. The view from the balconies was beathtaking and the staff very welcoming. They took us to a nearby hotel where we stayed for the price we had booked at Villa Oriana. We walked down the hill to town but were glad to take a taxi back up. It is far enough from town that you do not go back and forth to your hotel. Our experience with Sorrento taxi drivers was not good - be sure you agree on a price before entering the cab.

Guest name: ML, USA

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in May 2005

We arrived at the villa exhausted. Maria took us under her wing and settled us on the terrace with homemade cookies and lemonade. The greeting area, eating area and terrace are picturesque. We awaited Pasqualae's arrival because there was a problem with our request for a room that was accessible to my elderly mother who uses a walker to walk. Pasquale arrived and was quite open about the miscommunication. He said he simply did not see our request on his email. The room reserved for us was down a flight of stairs from the main building. He immediately arranged for us to stay, for the quoted price, at the Hotel Christina, not even a half a block away. This hotel was beautiful and on the same street overlooking the Bay of Naples. Pasqulae brought us and our luggage to the hotel and made all of the arrangements. This hotel was handicapped accessible. The staff was nowhere as charming as Maria and Pasquale. In the morning we returned to a fabulous breakfeast at Villa Oriana. Maria made Caprese cake and everything was beautiful and delicous. The whole family was so nice to my mother and we loved them. They arranged for a cab to take us to the ferry in Sorrento to Capri that day, they allowed us to leave our car and excess luggage at the villa while we stayed overnight at Capri. They were superb hosts and we didn't even stay in the building. I plan to return here, these people were among the nicest we met on our trip.

Guest name: Francesca Logterman, USA

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Apr 2005

Maria was a wonderful host. We had a fabulous time at Villa Oriana. Breakfast was all homemade and the walk up the hill was eased by the beautiful views and orchard. The map on verene.com is completely wrong however. It is about a 10 minute walk to Sorrento but even closer to the Sant´Agnello train station and bus stops to get everywhere. Loved our stay!!

Guest name: Peter Williams, New Zealand

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2005

We had a great stay here. The hosts and staff were very friendly and welcoming, we immediatly felt at home. The views were wonderful and the roof-terrace was great for a spot of sun-bathing. The breakfast was wonderful, all very fresh and tasty, especially the home-made cakes! We had a car so getting up the steep road wasn't a problem but I wouldn't fancy doing it on foot! If I ever return to the area I will definatly stay here again.

Guest name: Melanie Harris, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Dec 2004

This was our 5th trip to the Naples/Amalfi coast area and our first stay in Sorrento. We normally stay in Positano or Amalfi. I was not disappointed with this B&B or the area. The B&B is in a beautiful setting and would have been difficult to find if I had not read thru the reviews in which other patrons gave some more detailed directions/land markers. Breakfast and coffee was terrific and our room/bath was quite clean and spacious. The owners are extremely friendly and attentive to their guests needs. I would highly recommend Villa Oriana.

Guest name: Derrick Phifer, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Dec 2004

The combination of the beautiful surroundings, the comfortable rooms and the wonderful breakfast (freshly squeezed orange juice and fruits, homemade marmalade and doughnuts, fresh bread, cheese and salame, etc.) made the Villa Oriana a perfect place to stay. I have been to the Naples area a few times and this is far and beyond any of the other hotels I've stayed in. Everyone in our group said they would highly recommend this to anyone. Don't be put off by the way this website makes it look so far away from everything. We were able to walk from the St. Agnello CV station with relative ease (and that's even including one member of our party who cannot easily walk long distances). It might be easier to take a cab with your luggage though. We also found Maria and Pepe to be very friendly people who went out of their way to make our stay comfortable. My one recommendation would be to plan on spending several days here because once you get here, you won't want to leave.

Guest name: ZP, USA

Average rating:  8.7

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Sep 2004

Villa Oriana is set among lemon groves some distance from the central town. We both walked and rode the bus to town, so we did not think the location was a problem. The staff bent over backwards to make our stay enjoyable, and we would definately go there again.

Guest name: SM, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Oct 2004

This place is wonderful, and Maria, her husband Pepe, and son Pasquale are excellent hosts. Yes, the Villa is up quite a steep hill running off the main road, and yes, there was some noise from crowing cockerels & barking dogs in the morning. But that's preferable to the permanent buzz of vespas & other traffic if you're staying in downtown Sorrento. We were made to feel very welcome from the start, and on several occasions after coming back from dinner in town, we were invited into the family's kitchen for a late-night drink with their friends. The rooms are clean, comfortable & spacious, and the breakfasts on the terrace with the view of the coastline are fantastic (and set you up for the day). On the morning we left (for Naples, to catch a pre-booked onward train to Florence), Maria drove us down to Sant'Agnello station (which is all part of the "standard" service). When we got there & discovered that there was a local train strike, Maria bundled us back into her car & sped down to Sorrento harbour in time for us to catch the only ferry for Naples which would enable us to catch our onward train. I'm sure that is also "standard" service at Villa Oriana, but it wouldn't be at many other places. The location is an ideal base for exploring the main attractions of Naples and the Amalfi coast. And the setting of the accommodation within lemon & olive groves is charming. Sant'Agnello train station & local buses are a 10min downhill walk, and we found that taxi drivers in downtown Sorrento DO know where the Villa is (about 16 Euro away). And if you are arriving at Naples airport, Villa Oriana can arrange for a private car to pick you up & take you straight there for about 80 Euro. I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Maria & family - Jonathan & Emma thank you for a wonderful time!

Guest name: Jonathan Rann, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.4

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Oct 2004

Locating Villa Oriana for the first time is a challenge, particularly at night! On only one night did we encounter a local taxi driver who knew precisely where it was. An instruction such as "At Saint'Agnello follow signs to Hotel Christina and then go past that hotel a further 100 metres" would have helped... We visited in mid October 2004, which co-incided with decidely changeable weather, virtually every evening treating us to spectacular thunderstorms,lightning and torrential rain. This is pertinent for the clients at Villa Oriana as if, like us, you choose to do much of your travelling on foot (i.e. from or to the Saint'Agnello railway station), you need to be aware that in these conditions the road up to the hotel becomes like a river bed! The climb on foot up to the hotel is really quite steep, though not too long - but it would not suit elderly clients unused to such physical hiking. The hotel itself was exactly as described,dicreetly concealed in a lemon grove on the hill-side, the staff very welcoming and helpful, delicious breakfasts with stunning views across the Bay of Naples. We were allocated a room in the separate building below the main hotel, which necessitated a climb through the lemon grove and up steps to the breakfast room - OK provided it's not tipping with rain! As forewarned by previous clients in these reviews, we were certainly treated to the sound of competing cockerals crowing each morning, and the odd dog barking, but frankly we did not find this intrusive or a problem. The room and bathroom were very acceptable if basic, also with great views across the bay to Vesuvius. Bath towels are not luxurious and fluffy, but more like huge tea towels - i.e. basic but adequate! The one serious omission we felt was the lack of tea-making facilities. A simple electric jug or kettle, with cups,tea and coffee would be a comparatively minor additional investment by the management, and would have made all the difference for us. We would imagine

Guest name: David Craigen, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Oct 2004

Ein wundervoller Aufenthalt bei einer wirklich nette Familie. Der Ausblick beim hervoragenden Frühstück auf den Golf von Neapel gehört zu unseren schönsten Urlaubserinnerungen.

Guest name: Ulf Dembski, Germany

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Sep 2004

Very beautiful setting, very friendly and helpful staff. Difficult to find, should have a car to climb the hill. Excellent breakfast food and service.

Guest name: Thomas Sullivan, USA

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Couple with children

stayed in Aug 2004

Noise level in rooms was given a poor rating due to dogs barking for over an hour which woke us up in the morning. I suspect this was just a problem with some guests who had dogs and would not be a regular occurence, but thought I should mention it.

Guest name: Nelson Smith, Canada

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jul 2004

The welcome we received from the famliy was fantastic. Being only the second ever visitors to walk up to the villa with our luggage we were greeted with a glass of fresh lemonade (made from lemons grown in the grove outside the door!). All the breakdfast produce was freshly made by Maria or her friends - it was truly beautiful. The views were amazing well worth the 20 min walk out of Sorrento. The only noise around was the cockerel in the morning and some nearby dogs but we soon got used to them. All round a gorgeous place to stay.

Guest name: Wendy Edwards, United Kingdom

Average rating:  5.0

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Jul 2004

The property could be great. However there are 2 houses and we were put in the "lower" house down several flights of stairs. Beside us was a dirty shack with chickens and a NOISY rooster. Around us was MANY dogs who barked all night. There were 6 puppies in the apt below us who cried all nite and someone would continuously scream at them. Very unsettling. The accomodation was 2 rooms ... one had a great view, the other none! It was at the back of the house with no air flow.... very hot. No AC. We had 2 very poor sleeps which are a concern on a busy holiday. You asked!!!!!! Nancy

Guest name: Nancy Wiswell, Canada

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jun 2004

Villa Oriana was the first stop of our two week vacation and definitely set the bar high for future residences. The view is amazing, the breakfast delicious and the advice from Pasquale is priceless. While the Villa is up a little from town, it wasn't an inconvenience. In fact, it was nice to be away from the noises of town during the evening hours. We would definitely return to Villa Oriana.

Guest name: Nancy Hanniford, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jun 2004

I can not say enough positive things about Villa Oriana. Our stay was absolutely wonderful. The Villa is set in the middle of an active lemon orchard on a hillside overlooking Sorrento and the Bay of Naples. Upon arrival we were greeted by the owner and offered a glass of lemonade and a seat on the terrace to relax. The views were breathtaking. The property has been in this family for generations and their pride in ownership shows. They were very generous, caring and attentive to our needs (my wife was pregnant during our stay). The room was good sized and warm with minimal tastful decorations. The morning breakfast was light and delicious with fresh fruits and cheeses and homemade breads and marmellata. Our only regret is that our stay was so short. I hightly recommend Villa Oriana and hope to stay again in the future.

Guest name: Randall Evans, USA

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Gay Couple

stayed in Jun 2004

Owners of property are gracious, welcoming and most accomodating Physical environment is beautiful Villa Oriana is a first rate B&B. The only negative is the steep walk to reach property. Clearly not a problem if you have a car. Please note in property description that at the time we were there they did not accept credit cards. I understand that they are correcting this limitation.

Guest name: Anthony Tonti, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Jun 2004

Our time spent at the Villa Oriana was the most memorable of our 10-day Italy vacation. Pasquale, his mom and family treated us as family...Guiseppi droves us to the train station for our Pompei visit...provided us with a beautiful, spacious room overlooking the Bay of Naples...and a jacussi tub after a day of sightseeing...on Saturday night they host a dinner for all the guests with remarkable food, wine and atmosphere. Although the directions were a bit confusing and no sign posted on the main road...I would highly recommend the Villa Oriana for all who visit Sorrento...

Guest name: Joseph Donnelly Jr., USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in May 2004

The room was not vacant, but the manager propose us a room to Majestic Palace **** with a the best room of the hotel for the same price. And we go to the BB for breakfast and it's a very marvellous breakfast.

Guest name: Alain Diblan, France

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2004

A good alternative to high price hotels in the area. Very freindly family run. Parking if you rent a car ok but we found walking just as easy. Remember that if you want to take a train in you will need to switch to the "circumvesuviana" company at Naples - this is in the same railroad station. All you will need is a transit ticket that you must buy at the circumvesuviana desk. If anyone approaches you with offers of help or advice they will almost certainly expect a tip in Naples. Also note that if you take this train get off one stop BEFORE Sorrento that will be "Saint Agnello" - then you can call Maria or one of the other family members who will be happy to come down and pick you up in their car - they will not be able to do this if you go all the way into Sorrento. Also, just in case there is a train strike in Naples when you arrive, A Ferry company runs trips out to Sorrento from Naples harbour (this same company serves much of the Amalfi Coast although the name escapes me).

Guest name: Ari Giligson, Canada

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in May 2004

Wow...how do I describe such a marvelous experience? From the moment I walked through the archway of orange trees to enter the grounds of Villa Oriana, I knew I selected the perfect place to stay. Maria, Pasquale, Pepe and their family and friends are all involved in making Villa Oriana feel like a home away from home. As a solo traveler, I always had other guests share travel tips with me and I never sat alone for meals. The food was excellent...homemade pastries, fresh squeezed juices. The ambience was delightful...clean, crisp, modern decor with beautiful ocean views from the balcony and picture perfect sunsets. Traveling around town and to nearby sites including Capri, Pompei and the Amalfi Coast was easy to do using public transportation. I highly recommend Villa Oriana to anyone who doesn't mind being up on a hill at a peaceful retreat, away from the loud scooters which frequent Sorrento's main road, Corso Italia.

Guest name: MB, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Apr 2004

We loved this place. Pasquale and Maria were outstanding hosts. It is in fact a functioning lemon farm and the lemons were in abundance when we went in April. The entire surroundings smelled wonderful. The room we stayed in had an excellent view of the Gulf of Naples and Vesuvius and I know ours wasn't the only one. Breakfast was excellent as was the dinner they offered on Saturdays only for a modest extra charge. My newlywed wife and I felt it was a perfect place to spend part of honeymoon. We would return to Sorrento just to stay at this place again.

Guest name: Daniel Reinking, USA

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Apr 2004

We thought this was a marvellous place, the setting which must be uniquely beautiful, in a lemon grove on the hillside looking out over the bay of Naples at sunset. We travelled with my 86 year old father in law and the family were kindness itself, made us extremely welcome,gave us lifts every morning into town, and advised us where to go and how to get there. I would say it is a top choice for any holiday travellers.

Guest name: Trottie Kirwan, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2004

What a fantastic place!!! wonderful people and surroundings,we were made to feel so welcome from the moment we arrived until we left, the veiws from the breakfast room are outstanding and the wonderful jams at breakfast are to die for - one of the best holidays we've had!!! You must try this place out!

Guest name: Shane & Charlotte Morrison, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Couple with children

stayed in Oct 2003

Maria, Peppe and Pasquale are charming, breakfast is wonderful and the view is breathtaking. I thoroughly recommend this place. If you go by car, look out for the Agip garage on the right. On the left is a stone archway, a large tree and a tiny lane (hardly big enough for a car) with a signpost to a hotel. Go up this tiny lane. Soon it turns into a pathway, so you turn right. Go past the hotel. The second or third set of gates on the right is the Villa Oriana.

Guest name: Ben Lobley, United Kingdom

Average rating:  7.8

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Oct 2003

Sehr nette Gastgeber, die immer um das Wohl der Gäste bemüht sind (familiäre Atmosphäre). Das Frühstück mit Blick auf Neapel ist für italienische Verhältnisse aussergewöhnlich. Die Schalldämmung im Haus lässt allerdings zu wünschen übrig, ebenso wie die Anfahrtbeschreibung. Trotz der guten Lage und des gebotenen Service ist der Preis für B&B allerdings recht hoch.

Guest name: HH, Germany

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Group of friends

stayed in Sep 2003

I enjoyed my stay at Villa Oriana. Pascuale, the owner, was wonderful. We had difficulty getting to Sorrento because of the blackout, but he offered to pick us up in Naples at midnight. The only drawback to the place is the location. Public transportation is not convenient and the place is a little difficult to get to because it's a hike up the hill. But the owners were more than accommodating to take us to the train station or drop us off at spots in Sorrento. We looked forward to the breakfast served every morning as they were delicious....fresh mozzarella, freshly squeezed orange juice, salami, etc. The owners were all wonderful and welcoming.

Guest name: RK, USA

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Sep 2003

The road to the Villa is a litte difficult to find and quite difficult to negotiate. We had trouble getting someone to open up the gate. When we got to the Villa, we were told the two rooms we had reserved were not available due to a mix up. They had two rooms but with a shared bath. We could have these rooms at a reduced rate or they would find us somewhere else to stay. We chose to have them find us somewhere else. The son (Pasqualle) made new arrangements and personally showed us where the place was. It was very nice but did not have any view. After we told him that we really were not satisfied, he found us another hotel with a fabulous view. He paid the difference in price and again guided us to the hotel. The next night we stayed at the Villa. PAsqualle was extremely gracious and helpfull as was the rest of his family. They were the most friendly and memorable people we meet on our 17 day trip. Breakfast was wonderful and served on a terrace with a great view. Their property was very nice. Unfortunately there were several properties in the area that were not keep up very well. Also there were several dogs and roosters that keep up their barking and crowing all night. Because the place was so nice and the family so wonderful, we would not hestitate to stay here again or recommend this place to others.

Guest name: Alan Bourey, USA