Hotel Settimo Cielo

Slightly outdated hotel in need of renovations, however the views from rooms balcony enabled us to look past this. Rooms were very basic and in original condition (from the 50’s). The pictures on their website are a true reflection of the hotel Bed was quite hard and pillows flat. Bathroom towels like sheets, and the shower was grotty. Ironing room located downstairs in a dark musty room. Car park available on the top of the hotel for a small fee which was very convenient as there is really no where else to park in the vicinity of the hotel. A 10 to 15 minute walk down to Sorrento town centre. The pool hours were fairly limited, although the sign stated 7am, the pool didn’t open until 8am which meant we were unable to use prior to heading out for the day. Breakfast unfortunately was disappointing and definitely could have been better given the region and the fact that beautiful summer fruits were in abundance in the area. The coffee machine was terrible, did not work properly and one of the waiters kept insisting on making one for us and it was pretty much just froth or on his third attempt very watery tasting weak coffee. The juice was also just cordial which was to me, undrinkable. Possibly wouldn’t consider staying at this particular hotel if we were to visit Sorrento again.

We stayed here for 11 nights and were aware that we had booked a 3 star authentic b&b (unlike some of the reviewers you will hear from) We arrived to the warmest of receptions and were checked in quickly- our room 5 was spotless and the view amazing We found our room to be very comfortable we asked for extra coat hangers and pillows both came immediately- the room was cleaned every day We took a travel kettle with us and the hotel will supply water and milk- you can hire a fridge for your stay The bathroom was large, shower powerful- the towels are traditional cotton but we actually liked them they dried you quickly The staff are amazing really lovely and made us feel welcome Breakfast is very basic- rolls, toast, boiled eggs, fruit, cheese, ham - we walked into town 10 minutes for breakfast a couple of times but we knew this before we came The pool area is lovely and quiet and you can get a sunbed- the sun is on the pool area until after 6pm - you have to take your own drinks to the pool or fetch them from the bar which is on the floor above. We found the temperature of the pool perfect The Sun warms it up nicely The bar is value for money and open all day- you can get snacks at lunch but recommend you stock your fridge or eat out at lunchtime- it’s actually nice to sit on your balcony for lunch and watch the world go by The walk into town is 10 minutes it is steep and there is so much to see- visit the hotel next door for lunch or dinner if you want a real treat (it’s not cheap but well worth it) we managed the walk easily there and back and we are by no means fit! There is a little shop as you head into town where you can buy supplies and they stock sandwiches it’s a 5 minute walk We will definitely stay here again it is amazing value for money and we loved it - room 5 - had amazing views & Sorrento won our hearts

I booked this hotel knowing Sorrento quite well and through a holiday company that stated the hotel was four star. The view is without a doubt to die for and the walk to and from town to the hotel beautiful. The hotel is run down and wasn't what I was expecting from previous stays in the area and the price we paid. The interior of our room was very much of the fifties. We still joke about our holiday in the monastery/soviet Russia. During a stormy day sewage and brown sludge bubbled back up through our shower and filled the bathroom and then room with a lovely sulphur smell. We ended up skipping breakfast each morning and heading out. The pool was good though!