La Cocumella, Sorrento

Traditional Italian elegance and stunning views housed in what was once a Jesuit monastery and later an inn, Sorrento's oldest five star hotel, charming La Cocumella nestles on a cliff in verdant well-established gardens in the delightful village of Sant'Agnello and enjoys splendid views of the sea.

Comfortable and welcoming this hotel has a timeless appeal and has played host to a number of illustrious guests over the years. There is a choice of elegant Mediterranean style guest rooms and suites with lovely sea, garden or citrus grove views. A choice of three restaurants include Scintilla with a menu of fine Mediterranean cuisine and local specialities and poolside L'Agrumeto offering Italian and Neapolitan classics, whilst Coku serves Japanese fusion cuisine in a beautiful setting overlooking the sea.

The hotel's tall ship, Vera, one of the most exclusive ketch sailing ships in the Mediterranean is available for sea trips: day tours in the Bay of Naples and along the Amalfi Coast. It can be rented for short cruises and events.

Lazy days can be spent in the hotel's perfumed garden, by the side of the Olympic outdoor pool or on the hotel's small, private beach and private solarium, reached by lift or via a pathway. Further facilities include complimentary gym and tennis courts and free entry to the spa area with Turkish bath, sauna and hammam. Alternative sports such as yoga, Tibetan Bells and aryuveda treatments are also available. The centre of Sorrento is a 20 minute walk. A complimentary shuttle service is provided during daytime.