Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto

If you’ve dreamed of staying right in the centre of Sorrento, just a stone’s throw from the town’s gelato shops, pretty squares and traditional restaurants, look no further. The Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto has scored a central spot, just minutes from the main square in Sorrento. Plus, it’s only a 10-minute walk to the train and bus stations and the port – the starting point for daytrips to the likes of Naples, Capri and spots on along the Amalfi Coast.

Back at the hotel itself, you’ll find a rooftop pool framed by loungers. From here, you can take in sweeping views that take in the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. There’s a bar just beside the pool, where you can grab drinks and snacks throughout the day. There’s also live music up on the rooftop once a week. When it comes to mealtimes, the hotel’s restaurant is the place to be. There’s a buffet for breakfast, while dinner takes the traditional Italian route. Expect a first course of pasta or risotto, followed by a main dish of meat, seafood or fresh local salad and vegetables.