Continental Hotel Sorrento travel guide

The Hotel Continental is situated a few metres above the sea in a beautiful corner of the historical centre of Sorrento with Mount Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples providing a stunning backdrop - <p><p>You enter the hotel from one of the most beautiful squares in Sorrento - surrounded by flowers and mediterranean trees - and through a revolving wooden door with glass and red Carrara marble panels on either side - Over the past three years Hotel Continental has undergone a complete renovation and today guests will be delighted by the stylish interior - Red is the predominant colour - featuring in the corridors - the restaurant and in the red and white marble flooring - The stunning main reception and lounge area boasts beautiful chandeliers - old furniture from Sorrento - a black Le Corbusier sofa - two magnificent oil paintings of old Sorrento and lithographs signed by Andy Warhol - Four other lounges - furnished in classic style with comfortable sofas and armchairs - a small library - a bar and an internet point are also available to ensure guests have everything they need -<p><p>One of the lounges enjoys a splendid view over the large outdoor swimming pool - an ideal place to relax with the sunbeds and umbrellas provided or enjoy a pizza or snack at the poolside snack bar - For those wishing to go to the beach this can be reached from all floors of the hotel by means of an elevator - <p><p>Hotel Continental offers a selection of 85 rooms and suites - all very bright and colourful with Vietri ceramic flooring and co-ordinating soft furnishings - and many with a seaview - The rooms have ensuite facilities and are well appointed to ensure the comfort of guests - with features including Sky Satellite TV - WiFi access and direct dial phones -<p><p>Our welcoming restaurant is open throughout the day - serving a rich buffet breakfast - lunch and an a la carte dinner menu of local Italian dishes and international cuisine