Bellevue Syrene 1820
Hotel and restaurant on the seafront
There is an eternal, timeless beauty to the Gulf of Naples, with its jagged coast and deep-blue sea, and the majestic Vesuvius rising in the background. In the most picturesque corner of Sorrento with terraces overlooking the stunning gulf, the Bellevue Syrene was opened in 1820, having been originally constructed in 1750 as a private residence built on the foundations of a Roman villa. The location, décor, comfort and sense of history at this hotel make it an extraordinary place. It has drawn heads of state, poets and glitterati. Fishponds full of water lilies hearken back to Roman times, while frescos painted as a tribute to famous guests adorn the walls. Though the hotel has indeed had a glorious past, it is equally grounded in the present, having undergone a recent refurbishment, balancing respect for the past with contemporary comfort. Excellent service combined with the evocative power of the surrounding landscape make a stay at the Bellevue Syrene truly unforgettable. ...Read more
Italy, Sorrento (NA)