Hotel Savoia - Sorrento

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jun 2008

Very nice hotel that is out of the busy center, but an easy walk to all the attractions and transport. They serve a lovely breakfast in a warm and friendly setting.

Guest name: GR, USA

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jun 2008

We are a family of 4 having 2 daughters (21 & 11). For our 6 night stay, my wife and I had a double room and the girls a twin room just along a 1st floor corridor. The hotel is ideally situated about 5 mins walk from Sorrento's main square. The spacious well equipped rooms were kept spotlessly clean by the maid who cleaned every day (no mean feat considering the state our girls leave their bedrooms in!) The staff and owners were very helpful with local information and sightseeing tips, and the breakfasts were superb offering Cereals,fresh fruits, cooked meats and cheeses, a choice of pancakes or eggs,(proper free range)and a delightful selection of Italian cakes. Parking can be a bit of a problem, but you can buy scratch card parking tickets for 1 Euro per hour during the day, and after around 6:00pm you're generally OK as the local plod are at home tucking into their tortellini! If the parking police do turn up they blow their whistles loudly for 5 mins to give you chance to move on. (a bit like our traffic Wardens - NOT!) I would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel to anyone who needs to be based in Sorrento for a few days to explore The Amalfi Coast, Pompeii, Capri etc. I would definately stay again.

Guest name: Howard Smith, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2008

We enjoyed our stay so much at the Hotel Savoia we returned for a further 5 nights. The hotel is in an excellent location, the staff a very friendly (family owned and operated, rooms were very clean and comfortable and the best breakfast we have had on the whole 9 weeks of travel. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay in Sorrento, we will be back.

Guest name: Dyan Thais, Australia

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2008

This was our first stay at the Savoia, and it proved to be delightful. The staff of this family-owned hotel are pleasant, efficient, and helpful. The breakfast is outstanding, with hot pancakes, eggs, and coffee, and delicious sweets along with breads and fruits. The hotel is well located for touring in Sorrento and to nearby sites such as Capri and Pompeii. We would return here next time.

Guest name: Arnold Bradford, USA

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Mar 2008

This hotel is well located, being just outside the main business area of Sorrento and an easy stroll to everything. Our room had a balcony and was very clean and comfortable. The breakfasts, particularly the pancakes were very good, and there is free wireless internet access in the foyer. Staff were friendly and most spoke good English. Note that there is a coin operated laundromat in Sorrento (often hard to find in Italy).

Guest name: TIM WILSON, Australia

Average rating:  7.4

Guest type: Group

stayed in May 2008

My three sisters and I stayed at Hotel Savoia in a quad room. It was fun being in one room except it was two twin beds and a bunk bed. We are in our 50's and 60's. It was very inconvenient to be on the top bunk. Overall though, it was a good value for the money. If you leave the window open at night though it is noisy. The breakfast was great. They even served eggs and pancakes along with homemade cake and various other breakfast items.

Guest name: Jeannette Miller, USA

Average rating:  8.4

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Apr 2008

very convenient location just out of the town centre but within easy walking distance. Short-cut to station where frequent buses and trains can be taken to Naples, Pompei, Amalfi coast etc. Superb breakfast served by kind and attentive staff. Room was clean and spacious but could have been noisy if neighbours had been less considerate (thin walls !). Staff happy to help with travel arrangements / bookings. Antiquated lift very small but we were on the first floor so only used when we had cases to transport. Would unreservedly recommend Savoia for a happy and comfortable stay in Sorrento.

Guest name: JB, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group

stayed in Apr 2008

The family and staff was very welcoming and able to assist us with our travel plans. We enjoyed an excellent breakfast including fresh fruit salad and the famous crepelike pancakes made fresh to order. It was fun to ride the 5 cent elevator to our floor. Nice view of the lemon orchard out the back window.

Guest name: John Schwartz, USA

Average rating:  8.8

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Mar 2008

Lovely little hotel in a terrific location, just 2 blocks off the main square. The room is small, as expected, but was clean, comfortable, and had a little balcony overlooking the street. The owner is delightful and helpful. The breakfasts were very nice with fresh fruit, yogurt, meats, juices, bread or pastries and choice to have an egg and or pancake each morning in the small but cheerful breakfast room. The only negative was on the 3rd day of our 5 day stay, a heavy smoker rented the next room and the smell was really strong. We do not look for chain-style hotels with loads of amenities, since we're always on the go, so this was perfect for our family. We went during high season (Easter) so it wasn't cheap but it was a decent value. It was in a convenient location for walking to the town, had a great room darkening/sound deadening shade, was quite pleasant and I'd stay there again.

Guest name: Robert Cox, USA

Average rating:  8.1

Guest type: 

stayed in Mar 2008

Lovely breakfasts as previously stated by a lot of people! The oldest lift ever which gave us a few frights but did the job. We were on the 4th floor which was good as it mean't it was quieter and a bit of a view over the orange groves. Very clean, very helpful staff. Very central. Enjoyed it and would stay again.

Guest name: SB, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Feb 2008

Fine hotel, no complaints whatsoever. Provides a lot of privacy. Would definitely stay there again when come back to Sorrento and would not hesitate to recommend it to all my friends.

Guest name: EZ, Germany

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Feb 2008

Small hotel with a welcoming, courteous, helpful and friendly staff (who speak good English), beautifuly clean rooms, hot water, central heating/air con which works well, electronically-operated wooden shutters, a balcony...and superb breakfast pancakes (and eggs, if you want, as well as rolls/preserves/cereal/juice/coffee etc). 5 minutes walk from the main square, 10 from the harbour. The road outside wasn't terribly busy (though I went out of season), and the balcony doors are double-glazed, which keeps traffic noise down. Other noise not noticeable. Convenient for bus/Circumvesuviana train (5 minutes walk), and for ferries to Capri etc (10 minutes). Two things to note: rooms are separate to Reception/breakfast room, in the next-door block. On the first floor, up a flight of stairs. There is a lift, but one has to pay to use it. I really enjoyed my stay, and thought this hotel very good value. Highly recommended.

Guest name: JS, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Nov 2007

We thorougly enjoyed our stay here. Everything was as we expected - the welcome,large rooms and wonderful breakfast - the best we have ever had anywhere. Staff were friendly and helpful - looking things up on the internet and telephoning on our behalf. No noise from traffic but the walls are thin.

Guest name: EJ, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.0

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Oct 2007

The single room was a bit on the small side. The service offered by the employees/owners was excellent. The location was not bad either, a 5 minute walk to the centre of the town and similar distance to the train station/bus station.

Guest name: RP, Ireland

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

Breakfast provided and staff service exceeded standard.Everything else is also excellent value for money.

Guest name: MG, Australia

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

We received a warm welcome from the owner Pepe and his family and were made to feel at home immediately. Our room was very spacious and quiet as it faced the little orchard out back. The breakfast was very good compared to other hotels we stayed at in Italy. Pepe cooked up excellent little pancakes that were lightly sugared and delicious. (He apologized for not having maple syrup but none was needed). He even offered to do eggs as well. There was a variety of fresh breads, cereals, juice and coffees. The location was perfect as it was just up the road (10 minute walk) from the main square in Sorrento. The train station was a bit of a walk if you are pulling a suitcase. The sidewalk is non-existant in some places and there are cobblestones along the side of the busy road. If you arrive by train and are walking to the hotel, turn left directly in front of the train station and take the road that winds around behind the station. This will lead you to a main road where you will turn right and walk about 10 minutes until you see the sign directing you to the hotels. It's the quickest and easiest route. Overall we would recommend this hotel to anyone visiting the area.

Guest name: JP, Canada

Average rating:  8.2

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Oct 2007

Room was small but comfortable and well appointed. Had large balcony. Slight problem with blockage in shower drain, however overall the hotel was very good, the breakfast provided was awesome and the owners very friendly and helpful. Good location and we would definitely stay there again.

Guest name: Carole Taylor, Australia

Average rating:  6.9

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Oct 2007

Clean rooms, helpful staff. Hotel is further from the station and from Piazza Tasso than indicated.

Guest name: JM, Australia

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Sep 2007

Was a really comfortable place to stay especially traveling on my own. People where friendly. Great located for travel to the Amalfi Coast.

Guest name: CH, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2007

We both really enjoyed our stay at Hotel Savoia. This was my 3rd time staying in Sorrento and I would definitely stay at Hotel Savoia again. This hotel has a great location close to the port and close to shops and restaurants. Everything is within walking distance but away from all of the busy congestion associated with the very popular town of Sorrento. The breakfast was delicious and definitely rivals the breakfast of 4 star hotels that i have stayed at within italy. The pancakes lived up to their reputation. This is a family owned hotel with a personal touch that provides clean comfortable accomodations. The hotel does have air condition (this was not made clear on venere's website. The hotel recommends a parking garage that provides valet service. It is open from apporoximately 730am- 730pm. The price did increase to 15 euros /day (originally the price was quoted as 10 euros/day on venere's website). This is still cheaper than some surrounding parking garages we checked out. Overall, my husband and I really felt like we lucked out finding this hotel!

Guest name: RI, USA

Average rating:  6.5

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2007

Starting with the bad the room walls were paper thin and we had a single Brithish guy get home pissed and keep us awake both nights for at least 30-45 minutes at 3.30am. Apart from that everything was excellent. The breakfast was the best I we in all of Italy and the service was friendly. The traffic noise was minimal and the walk to the centre of town was about 2 minutes. We would stay there again and hope we did not get the same neighbour.

Guest name: CT, Australia

Average rating:  9.4

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Aug 2007

Great place, nice people. Close to town center and activities. Nothing special but we weren't in our room except to sleep. Great breakfast. I'd stay there again in a heartbeat.

Guest name: Thomas Seben, USA

Average rating:  9.3

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Jul 2007

My family (two boys 13 and 7) and my husband had a great time at this hotel in Sorrento. It is managed by a couple that is adorable. They helped you with all your sighseeing needs that you might have and cook their own breakfast which is excellent: buffet and personal order of eggs and even pancakes! Also, is close to everything but in a very quiet area. Highly recommended!

Guest name: ZP, USA

Average rating:  9.4

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in May 2007

Great location in Sorrento near the center. Staff was extremely nice and very helpful! Breakfast was among the best I have ever had in Italy. Room was very clean had all the amenities. You couldn't ask for more. I very much enjoyed my stay!

Guest name: Fredrick Gero, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Group

stayed in May 2007

We had a quad room for the 4 of us. The space was good, bathroom very nice and clean. The owner of the hotel was very cordial and the breakfasts were fabulous! The owner also helped us with a banking problem that arose while we were in Capri...made phone calls on my behalf and cleared up a banking error. He truly went above and beyond the call of duty. Location was very good...a few blocks from the middle of town...far enough away that noise was not an issue, but an easy walk to town, the port, and the train station. I would recommend these accomodations to anyone traveling to Sorrento...we had a wonderful stay.

Guest name: Jill Kohler, USA

Average rating:  8.1

Guest type: Group

stayed in Apr 2007

Quiet location, and they had an excellent breakfast! In fact, it was our favourite breakfast of all of the hotels that we visited in Italy. The hotel staff were very helpful and friendly, and helped to arrange tours to Pompeii, and made supper reservations for us. We (4 adults) would definitely stay there again!

Guest name: CH, Canada

Average rating:  8.6

Guest type: father and older daughter

stayed in May 2007

I love Sorrento and this hotel added to the wonderful experience. It was an easy walk into the main piazza. The workers were very nice. The room was a little tight but it had a little balacony in the back. The breakfast was very nice in the morning with lots of variety and pancakes and eggs. I enjoyed my stay there.

Guest name: NM, USA

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Apr 2007

Very clean, newer building. Hotel shares part of building with permanent residents. Owners were very helpful, and breakfast was good. Street noise was significant, but that is the norm with so many scooters.

Guest name: Stephen Auerbach, USA

Average rating:  4.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Mar 2007

for price expected more than to be placed in an annex that was not mentioned at time of booking. when in main hotel breakfast was good. no bar for drinks in the evening. met no other people as away from hotel and no functions within hotel.

Guest name: Peter Begent, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Feb 2007

It is not made very clear that the parking is not part of the hotel and the parking situation in general is very difficult. All other aspects were excellent and I would recommend this hotel any time. The owners are extremely friendly. Thanks

Guest name: BF, Italy

Average rating:  9.3

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Aug 2006

Wonderful as a B&B. Central. FANTASTIC breakfast with a very personal touch. Can't find a better cappucino anywhere.

Guest name: MB, Canada

Average rating:  6.8

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Dec 2006

We have been staying for several times in Rome, but the first time at Savoia. We have had a nice No. 101 with an own roofgarden with a large palmtree. The room and the cleaning was O.K. and the service at the desk too. But the unkindly service staff in the breakfast room was miserable.

Guest name: Peter Schirmann, Germany

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: 

stayed in Nov 2006

Very clean and comfortable, great service and excellent breakfast!

Guest name: Andrene Smith, USA

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: 

stayed in Oct 2006

My friend and I, both retired, stayed at the Savoya for one week. We had a lovely room with a balcony over looking gardens of lemon trees. Our room and the hotel were spotlessly clean and freshly decorated. The young couple owning the hotel were friendly and helpfull, as were their staff. The breakfasts were excellent,two huge tables laden with choices. Must be the best 2* hotel in Italy. Many thanks to all. brenda Plews.

Guest name: Brenda Plews, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: 

stayed in Oct 2006

The best breakfast ever, cappuchino + pancakes + + +. Small and cosy. Perfect location. I would stay there agin, definitely!

Guest name: Magni Verlo, Norway

Average rating:  7.6

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Sep 2006

This was a very pleasant place to stay - close to the centre of Sorrento and to the station. It was a very quiet location. The hotel is run by a family that lives in the building. The only slight drawback was the thin walls and bare floors which made the noise from the next room very noticeable. The room was clean and big enough. Given that there wasn't a guest lounge or a coffee bar, tea/coffee-making facilities would have been particularly welcome at this hotel. Breakfast was very good - plentiful and varied with cheerful service. The staff was friendly and helpful and the atmosphere very positive.

Guest name: Janette Parr, Australia

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2006

The personal attention given by this family run establishment was above and beyond what one expects. A couple of blocks away from the center of Sorrento and the train and bus station this residence was excellently located close to the activities but quiet at night. We stayed in a double room which was adequete for our purposes. Transportation from the Naples airport and upon leaving to Ravello was easily arranged with Pepe and Rosemaria the owners of the hotel.

Guest name: Agustin Argenal, USA

Average rating:  8.1

Guest type: 

stayed in Oct 2006

Great location in town. A bit of a walk from the train station with luggage. Once we were settled it was perfect for seeing the city and the various ports and marinas.

Guest name: MM, USA

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2006

The host at the Savoia was extremely welcoming, friendly and helpful, offering the kind of welcome you would expect in a five star hotel! There is a lot of care and attention to detail shown in this hotel, the breakfast buffet is just amazing! The hotel is just a few minutes walk from the main square and is very clean and comfortable. the only 'negative' is that the rooms are located in the building which is serviced by an antiquated lift! But this is only a small comment, as the friendliness and helpfulness of the service more than made up for this. I would definitely recommend this hotel

Guest name: Cormac O'Dalaigh, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group

stayed in Sep 2006

Out of the 6 hotels we stayed at in Italy, this was the best. Breakfast was delicious and they made the best Cappuccino's in all of Italy. Our stay was wonderful, we will definitely go back!

Guest name: Laura Challis, USA

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2006

We had a great stay at the Savoia. The staff were friendly and helpful, the rooms were modern and clean and the location was great - a couple of minutes walk to the main square. The breakfast was particularly good - pancakes, filter coffee, fresh fruit, cereals, and a selection of homebaked breads/cakes. Good value for money, recommended!

Guest name: Catherine Perks, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.6

Guest type: Freinds touring Italy

stayed in Aug 2006

Great location just up the road from the main street at night - meaning it was quite at the hotel but perfectly located for going out. Would most definetly stay here again, staff were very friendly, helpful and made it a joy to be one of their guests.

Guest name: Andrew Nicholls, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jun 2006

Wonderful hotel, close to main square. Walking distance from train/bus station. Host and hostess outstanding, breakfast first-rate. Rooms are spacious for a family.

Guest name: Stewart Bodner, USA

Average rating:  8.2

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jun 2006

Hôtel très proche du plein centre, chambres situées dans un immeuble mitoyen de la réception avec entrée séparée et ascenseur payant(bizzare..)Pas de parties communes.Bon accueil et excellent petit déjeuner de produits frais (fruits, tartes, charcuterie, pancake à la demande...)servi dans une pièce agréable.Demander une chambre sur cour et verger car la rue devant est passante.Le parking public devant l'hôtel est payant.

Guest name: Dornic Michel, France

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Single traveller

stayed in Jul 2006

Hotel Savoia was just perfect for a 2*, the family were so helpful,and welcoming.Room's were cleaned daily,fresh towel's and my room for a single room had everything I needed,and big enough.Breakfast was so good,the yogurt's homemade'and freshly cooked pancakes every morning'what a treat. The hotel is so central,2 min's walk from the centre and the taxi rank if you needed one,but everything in walking distance even the train station. I will be back to stay there,and would highly recommend it.

Guest name: CS, Ireland

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Group

stayed in Jul 2006

We loved our stay at Savoia. The room was clean and spacious. The balcony was a great place to relax after a long day of sightseeing. The staff was nothing but helpful and friendly. The breakfast was unique and one of the best we had in Italy. The hotel is a short walk to local shops and restaurants. You can walk down to the Marina (boat to Capri) and beach but it is a strenuous walk. We heard of a bus that would take you down if you didn’t want to walk but never ended up using it. Overall Savoia was a fabulous place to stay especially for the reasonable cost.

Guest name: Kerri Maxwell, USA

Average rating:  8.6

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jun 2006

Overall a good stay, the rooms were clean and spacious. Had read other helpful reviews before booking. Yes rooms are next door and there is a money operated lift, but they give you heaps of change to use it. Breakfast was one of the better breakfast's i've had whilst travelling around europe for a 3 star place. Staff were helpful, although lady could not speak english very well, so could not get too much information required. Not too far from town centre.

Guest name: SH, United Kingdom

Average rating:  7.5

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Apr 2006

It is a little noisy. But all in all we had a very pleasant stay here.

Guest name: AB, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2006

we travelled around italy and this was the best hotels we stayed in (out of 5). really clean, spacious and in a great location. really good value for money, should be a three star at least, would definately stay there again

Guest name: Fiona Oakley, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2006

Pepe and Rosa will welcome you with open arms as they did us- unless you are not very nice- then stay home!Maria was a delight- went above and beyond being kind to Roger who spent too much time in the quiet of the room- writing... I would encourage all to check you out-

Guest name: Lisa Hamel, USA