Best Western Hotel La Solara

We booked a 7 night half board package via Tui (included breakfast and evening meal).  Transfers from Naples airport takes approx 2 hours but beware of peak time traffic as it could take longer. We were upgraded to a sea view room which had a nice balcony and amazing views. The rooms and surroundings are very clean and staff are all very attentive.  There did appear to be some new staff who were being trained for the season but this did not impact any services provided. Prices for drink range from 5-6 Euro for a beer and 9-10 Euro for a cocktail. Bottles of wine are circa 15-20 Euro. There are no nearby supermarket etc so getting any snacks / drinks from Sorrentto is the only alternative to the hotels offering. Tourist tax of 4 euro per person per night is applied for stays between  April - Sept (all hotels) A shuttle bus takes you to main part of Sorrentto where there are plenty of restaurants and bars and is also where you access the ferry / trian stations to travel wider afield. Good points Areas are constantly cleaned and staff work really hard Views of Bay are stunning from the hotel and pool areas Pool is large size and heated during the stay Free shuttle bus runs from 8am - 11pm and are on the hour and very prompt Snacks are provided with drinks ordered from the bar (crisps, bread) Evening meals are freshly prepared and sufficient choice from a set menu of around 3/4 dishes Decent selection of continental breakfast, but can be a bit samey after a few days Improvement points A complimentary bottle of water could be provided in the rooms as part of the initial check in. Likewise, installing water filling stations around the hotel would be a good idea to help with the eco friendliness I would say this hotel isn't the best for people with mobility issues as stairs are quite steep to the pool / restaurant areas. There was one occasion where the lift was out of access for a half day so stairs were the only option. Bath towels seemed to shed material after use and often went onto our clothing - this happened more than once. Pizza as an option for an evening meal would have been nice,  after all Naples is the home of pizza

Lovely hotel – we would very highly recommend! Stayed for an Easter family holiday in early April, seven nights with two children 12 and 8 years old. Beautiful sea views, excellent food, friendly and helpful staff, good swimming pool and the whole hotel is scrupulously clean. We used the hotel shuttle (runs every hour) to take us into Sorrento and then took public transport for day trips to Capri, Pompeii and Naples. A suggestion we would offer if you are happy to go off the beaten track for some swimming: About a mile's walk from the hotel there is a beautiful little rocky cove with a sea arch amongst the ruins of a Roman villa (see photo). If you follow the road to Alimentari Capo di Sorrento (a deli) and then follow the small lane down the hill to Ruderi villa Romana di Pollio Felice you will find it (all on google maps!). Beach shoes are useful though as it is quite rocky!

We enjoyed a fabulous weekend at the hotel having travelled out on Good Friday and arriving for the hotels grand opening. We were welcomed with a lovely refreshing drink and nibbles and then headed out into the sunshine to enjoy a lovely lunch at the pool bar. The hotel and rooms are kept immaculately clean. The rooms have a small fridge which is stocked up daily although I believe that you can request for it to be emptied. A lovely touch during the Easter weekend was an Easter Egg left in our room. The hotel bar and restaurant were excellent. We stayed on half board basis. The breakfast options were very good and plenty to fill up in before heading out to see the sights. The evening meals were also a high standard and a great choice throughout the week. We were mainly looked after by Emanuele, Nino and Sam in the restaurant and by Guiseppie and Dima in the bar and felt they all made our stay all the better. The Gala Dinner on the Sunday evening was particularly good. We enjoyed several trips from the hotel including Pompei and Herculaneum, Capri and Anacapri and a fabulous tour of the Amalfi coast. We also used the complimentary shuttle bus into Sorrrento several times during our stay. This was our first visit to Sorrento and we would love to visit again. We all agreed that we would definitely book in to La Solara when we return

We returned home yesterday having spent a fabulous week at this hotel exploring Sorrento and the surrounding area. Although some may think it looks a little dated, we really liked its traditional style and everywhere was spotlessly clean. We stayed in room 218 with a lovely big room and a balcony that overlooked the sea. Rooms were cleaned daily and the addition of tea and coffee making facilities was a nice touch. Minibar prices we thought were ok but keep an eye on what you have and also from the hotel bar as you will be given your bill at the end of the holiday. It's about 6 euros for a pint, 5 euros for a glass of wine. There was an hourly shuttle bus to take into Sorrento and it was brilliant. The driver was always very prompt and friendly and it takes about 10 minutes to get into the town and from there you can easily get to the train station and marinas for ferries etc. We visited Pompeii, Capri, Positano and Amalfi and just generally enjoyed pottering about Sorrento. Make sure you take a walk down to Marina Di Puolo from the hotel - it's about 10 min walk down but a bit of a walk back up - but it's lovely down there with restaurants and the beach and the water is beautiful. Wish we'd had longer and there is so much to do in the area - we'll definitely be back! Thank you to ALL of the staff for making our holiday so wonderful - everyone works so hard. Special mention to Guiseppe, Emanuele, Dima and I think Nino who worked in the bar and restaurant and were so friendly. You won't regret booking this hotel so just go for it!

Perfect birthday & Easter stay from start of season 29/03. Such friendly, professional, passionate staff from reception to restaurant. Absolutely no hesitation to recommend this hotel. TUI rep Marianna outstanding service. Thank you all for an amazing holiday! Terrace views are breathtaking.

The staff are so friendly and accommodating, in our group we had someone who couldn't eat one particular thing and they always adapted the meal for that person so it was so inclusive! Also the shuttle from the hotel to Sorrento is air conditioned.

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Best Western La Solara. The hotel is clean and tidy, the staff friendly and attentive. The food is good and the atmosphere in the dining hall and other shared areas is pleasant. The pool is large by most hotel standards and there is lots of room for everyone. All the staff take the time to make sure that you are enjoying your stay and are always happy to respond to any concerns. The shuttle bus into Sorrento runs on the hour throughout the day and late into the night. It is very reliable. We would definitely consider returning to the Best Western La Solara, if we decide to revisit this part of Italy…and we almost certainly will because it is beautiful and fascinating!

To reflect the majority view, the staff make this hotel, excellent customer service, right from the management, restaurant and bar staff, pool attendant, even the room cleaners are super smiley and friendly. It would be unfair of me to single out anyone as they were all great. Little touches like taking your luggage up and down from the road in a trolley, add up to make this service great. The public areas and rooms were spotlessly clean, as was the pool area, with a superb 22m pool; on one rainy morning I had it to myself for over an hour! The views over the bay during breakfast was amazing, and it was entertaining to watch the driving on the race track like road below the hotel (never too busy or noisy). The bar / reception area was a little too quiet at times, ideal if you want total peace and tranquility, but the background music could be a little livelier. Drink prices very reasonable for a hotel, especially 2 Euros for a coffee, and 5 for a draft pint of beer. Walls a little thin, which meant you sometimes heard people getting up in the night, flushing toilets, etc. but not a massive issue. The shuttle bus is the life blood of the hotel, as it's not really safe to walk too far on the main road outside the hotel. The driver was happy to drop us at various locations on the route down to Sorrento (well deserved tips!) The bus was always there to collect you at the scheduled times. Be sure to visit Puolo Marina which is accessible from a path about 100m towards Sorrento on the left, there is an excellent beach area, and restaurants ideal for lunch. Overall a great experience, thanks to all the staff who made it so, we would certainly come back if we re-visit the area.

Have just returned from our first holiday as a family of three! We were nervous about traveling with our 6 month old but needn't have worried. The staff absolutely make this hotel - so accommodating and they made such a fuss of our baby so meals were smooth and we could eat while she was entertained. Everyone is so lovely and can't do enough for you - especially Francesco, Enzo and Appolina. The manager is also great. You can just tell how hard everyone is working. The garden is beautiful, as are the views and pool. The food is fantastic and really varied. Breakfasts are amazing! The shuttle they run every hour into Sorrento is also fantastic and the driver is lovely. Cannot fault it - thank you for an amazing stay and first family holiday!

I read the reviews before we booked this hotel, but being a fuss pot thought I would find something amiss. But it was all wonderful. Everywhere was clean. Room was a good size, the most comfortable beds and pillows. Kettle in the room which was a bonus and a chocolate left by the bedside every night. Bathroom was large with both bath and shower.Balcony had an electronic awning to keep out the midday sun. Mini bar in room which we thought was reasonably priced. Pool good with smaller pool for children. Shuttle bus every hour to Sorrento, with an excellent driver. Food was superb. Cereals, pastries, cake, yoghurts, cheese, salmon, eggs, bacon for breakfast and four course evening meal. The big bonus are the staff who are all friendly and felt cared for. Well done La Solara.

This hotel is superb. The staff are amazing and friendly and nothing is too much trouble. The food, service, and facilities are second to none. A huge thanks to Francesco, Enzo (Ferrari), and all the team for an excellent stay. Thank you. The a la carte menu offered an excellent range and choice, and the Gala dinner was a special touch and showcased the staff.

Excellent hotel as previous reviews state. Friendly staff. Too much food! Fair drink prices. Super pool. Not keen on the Gala dinner with set menu though you can change at request. We stayed in a terraced room which has sun beds on your own large terrace. One thing to be aware of is any dragging of chairs on the terrace is directly above the bedroom below. Unfortunately some people were not considerate to fellow guests. Arrived via TUI booking at 1pm. Be aware that rooms are not available until 4pm so either pack swimwear handy for access or take the courtesy bus into town for a couple of hours. Special mention to bus driver who was good at letting us out at a couple of spots and always had a friendly greeting. In the restaurant special thanks to Appalonia who was very attentive, friendly and cheerful every evening. Rigina Giovanni is worth a visit for views and a swim. Only 1/2 mile along the busy road (towards town) before turn off to path which doesn't allow vehicle access. Trips to Capri and Path of the Gods booked via the hotel and both very good. Did our own arrangements for ferry rides different days to Positano and Amalfi. Positano better in our opinion. Capri, Positano and Amalfi all very very busy. Pompeii easy to do on own via train and we purchased the audio guides (2 for €13) at the entrance and they were very good. We spent 6 hours there and didn't see it all. Cable car up Mount Faito (from Castellammare train station) well worth doing (with walks at the top) and super views over the bay of Naples and the bay of Sorrento. Hired double kayak at Puolo bay just down from the hotel at €30 for 2 hours. Overall, a superb hotel with good access to lots of sightseeing and activities all along the coastline.

What a charming hotel. Ten minutes outside the town. The hotel runs a shuttle bus into the town and back, every hour from 8am until 1115pm. The hotel feels like a family run affair. Very Italian in decor and feel. Lovely location with sea views. The facillities are very good, the food and staff excellent. The guests are mainly British, who have stayed at the hotel many times and I have to say its easy to see why. If we come to Sorrento again this is where we will stay. A huge thank you to all at the hotel who made a great holiday a memerable one.

Just returned from 5 nights at La Solara in Sorrento, Italy. Although the decor is dated, the hotel is spotlessly clean and the service from all the staff is first class which made our trip just great. The reception team helped us book a super boat trip to Capri, booked private transfers to/from the airport and printed documents whenever requested - nothing was too much trouble. We arrived as the kitchen closed but no problem, a cold dinner of smoked salmon, meats, cheeses, fruit etc was provided and was more than enough! Breakfast is a buffet affair with all the typical choices; all great quality and reasonably priced. Due to a packed schedule we didn't eat lunch or dinner at the hotel other than the night of our arrival but there were evenings with live music and a gala dinner if you didn't want to travel to town. The hotel's free shuttle bus service is excellent, reliable and a safe way to get down to Sorrento town in 10 minutes (driving is not recommended!). The hotel has a big swimming pool with more than enough sun beds, pool bar etc. Thank you La Solara for a lovely stay, ciao!

Very nice traditional style Italian hotel in a lovely position overlooking a steep valley and the sea. Lovely staff, very friendly and could not do enough for you. The hotel is very clean and well looked after with a nice pool area. Great courtesy bus service every hour. The rooms again are traditional Italian decor, mostly yellow and blue as are the bedrooms. Bathrooms excellent with hot water at all times Good size balconies and if you get a room with a terrace, the terrace is very big with sun beds, electronic canopies etc facing west but some parts not private as only a small wall between towards the end of the terrace We were a bit disappointed with the food on certain occasions and in our opinion it tended to be when English style food was being served but it does depend on your own experiences Obviously food quality depends on the chefs and things change so It would not stop us from coming again. You have quite a few choices each evening so perhaps we made the wrong choice on a couple of occasions and you could always visit the salad bar which was always very good.

This hotel is truly exceptional and really deserves a 5 star rating. The food is truly outstanding and the service of all of the staff is to be applauded. The location and views over the Bay of Naples add to the overall enjoyment of your stay .

Big comfortable room with balcony and view. The pool was huge and not crowded loved the hourly shuttle into Sorrento and took advantage of a boat tour to Capri offered at the front desk which was cheaper than others found online - recommended. The hours for the pool snack bar were a bit inconvenient (stops at 3pm) and the restaurant at the hotel was only doing a “gala” dinner the night we arrived so dining choices without going into town were not that convenient. That said, the staff was helpful in arranging a meal off menu for us. Parking was easy and we did not need to use the car once we arrived thanks to the shuttle. Note that the bus from Sorrento to Positano had a long wait on a day the ferries weren't running due to weather.

We stayed at this hotel 12 years ago so decided to return for a lovely weeks relaxing break and it did not let us down i can only repeat what everyone else say's about it fantastic .The location,the cleanliness .the food and staff are spot on with special mentions to our waiter for the week francesco and tina on reception for looking after us and to the friends we made there will definately return again 1 day.

We were so pleased with our stay. The staff is amazing and very helpful. The hotel is spotless and offers all the amenities need. Loved the pool and sun deck. Breakfast was amazing. Location is great. I will definitely be back. Thank you RIta!

This was our fourth visit to Sorrento and fourth stay at La Solara. Lovely to see that not much had changed since our last visit 4 years ago - food, staff and cleanliness of the same standard we remember. We come back to this hotel because of the location, pool size and proximity to Sorrento (easy to get in and out of the centre via the free hotel shuttle bus). Pool was colder than I remember which there were a lot of murmurings about so it could do with being a degree or too higher to make it more pleasant. We've done the main sights of this part of the coast so this was a relaxing week that ticked all of the boxes for us again.

We have just had another lovely stay at this fantastic hotel. We stayed in 2018, and were looking for somewhere to go for our 25th wedding anniversary and as we had our honeymoon in Sorrento, it seemed fitting to go back. All the staff at La Solara are fantastic - friendly, helpful and knowledgeable - the front desk team are always happy to help with any query, the cleaning staff keep the rooms immaculate and the restaurant staff are all amazing - Francesco even provided me with ice to help cool my mosquito bites - that is going above and beyond!! There is a shuttle bus that goes to and from Sorrento every hour, taking around 10 minutes - this was always prompt, with a great driver. We chose a room with a terrace this time, which looked out over the sea, and the terrace was massive - we joked we could have had a party on it! The hotel supplied us with a lovely fruit platter and a bottle of prosecco to celebrate our anniversary, which was a lovely touch, and when we had a slight issue with our room early one morning, the problem was dealt with swiftly and we later found a bottle of wine in our room as an apology, which was nice gesture, and not something we have had in any other hotel. A big thank you to all the team who made our holiday so special - we hope to return soon.

Stunning hotel, the staff were all amazing. Such amazing views from the pool side and most rooms. Food was so good, if staying on half board you get big size portions for all 3 courses. The hotel does have a courtesy bus each hour to Sorrento centre. This was really good and very reliable. My only negative about our stay would be the walls are quite thin so can be noisy at times. Saying that, I would stay again.

Pros: good views, solid pool, and a frequent shuttle to the city. Cons: the door to our deck was broken, there was no iron in the room and the bed was pretty uncomfortable. Most importantly, there was no running water for multiple hours on our last evening at the hotel, and the staff's response was terribly rude and dismissive. Tina and Massimo were particularly condescending and offensive, and lied to our faces. We absolutely won't be staying here again and would recommend others look elsewhere.

We stayed for 11 nights in August as a family of 4 (2 parents and 2 teenage boys). As a quick headline - we had a fantastic holiday in Sorrento and would highly recommend the BW Hotel La Solara. Now for the details… The hotel has the feel of a small, family run business. There are 60 rooms, a big dining room, bar lounge, pool, terrace and pool bar. We found the whole place to be super clean and tidy. Our rooms provided comfort rather than luxury (which was what we expected) and we had great views out to sea. We had two rooms which were next door to each other - it worked brilliantly for our family setup. We would say the hotel is better suited to those with older children prepared to relax without constant need for entertainment. For most of our trip the hotel was busy but always felt quiet and calming. Towards the end of trip, some families with younger children arrived - and the atmosphere changed a bit. Yes there is a pool but there isn't really a huge amount of room for younger ones to run about without disturbing other guests. Fortunately at that time we were mostly out sight seeing. The pool was otherwise great - a good size and very clean. The pool terrace always had enough loungers for everyone no matter what time of day - and again with great views out to sea. The hotel food was mainly excellent. We stayed on a half board basis. Breakfast is continental but with enough choice to satisfy most. Dinner offered a menu which changed daily and offered a nice selection of options - with local specialities and chefs recommended dishes. The pasta, risotto, fish and pizza options were always excellent. The food served at the pool bar during the day was always fresh, tasty and generous portions. We ran up a reasonable bar bill over the 11 days enjoying beer, wine and quite a few cocktails. But they were reasonably priced we felt. Hotel location suited us perfectly. Yes it's a 10-15 bus ride into Sorrento - but the benefit of this is peace and tranquillity when you're relaxing by the pool or trying to sleep at night. Sorrento town was always super busy no matter what time of day. The hotel provided mini bus into Sorrento was modern clean and reliable. It is not really possible to walk from the hotel into Sorrento unless you are super brave. I would avoid car hire / bike hire also - the roads are crazy. We saw 3 accidents whilst we were there. The hotel is a great base for local sight seeing and the hotel reception are very happy to arrange trips. They helped us arrange to hike the “path of the gods” with a local guide which was incredible. Lastly - the hotel staff. Everyone was really friendly and welcoming. We would particularly like to recognise the restaurant staff and especially Mariano, Maria and Enzo - they made every mealtime enjoyable. Thank you Hotel La Solara!!

Spent 3 nights at this lovely hotel. The staff is very friendly and speaks excellent English. Our room had a queen sized bed and two bunk beds. It was a bit tight but to be expected. However we were given a balcony room and wow! Amazing sunset views overlooking cliffs and the sea. The shuttle is perfect. Always punctual, spacious and air conditioned. It's a short 8 min drive to the center of Sorrento. We did not use the pool or fitness, but the pool is really large and not crowded. There is a beach close by as well. It's down a hill but the walk back up was not bad at all. The water is crystal clear!

Absolutely fabulous! Our room was huge and exceptionally clean. The staff are outstanding and that's putting it mildly, nothing is too much trouble for them. No fighting for sun beds and great bar outside. Nice and quiet with a picture postcard view from the terrace. Food amazing. Cannot fault this hotel, loved every minute.

We have just come back from ten days at Hotel Solara. We had a wonderful stay. The hotel is situated just outside Sorrento in the hills so although hot there was cooling breeze, and there is a very handy shuttle bus to and from the hotel to Sorrento which we used constantly. The hotel is very classy, the rooms are fairly small but very nice and traditionally Italian, the pool is fantastic and there was no pumping music playing which is a common and unwelcome trend elsewhere. It was just very relaxing and calm. The food everyday was varied and always fantastic, pasta's and risotto's which were the best we've ever had. Every Sunday there is a special gala dinner outside by the pool which felt very special. The hotel is so well situated meaning trips to Capri, Sorrento, Naples and Positano are easy. We did TUI trips to Pompeii and Herculaneum but chose to take the train to Naples (1 hour) and ferry to Positano (45 mins) from Sorrento. Don't be put off by travelling on Italian public transport, its cheaper, fun and easy despite what the TUI reps say. Last but not least a big thank you to the restaurant staff at the hotel, Enzo and Maria were superb but a special mention must go our waiter Francesco who greeted us all with a smile every day and looked after our every need and made us feel very special, our young daughter simply adored him...every meal time was a joyful experience and that was partly due to Francesco's warmth and kindness...so a very big thank you to Francesco ! Grazie...Richard, Caroline(Davies) and Alice

We had the most gorgeous week here! The hotel itself is lovely, really well taken care of and in a beautiful spot. The food is great, lots of choice and always delicious! By far, the best thing about this hotel however, is the amazing staff. They are friendly, attentive and care so much about how much you enjoy your holiday! A lovely, relaxing hotel, highly recommend!

We had an absolutely fantastic holiday staying at La Solara, which is just a 5 minute bus ride away from the centre of Sorrento. All the staff were welcoming and friendly- especially our waiter Francesco. Nothing was too much trouble and they were always very happy to accommodate our dietary requirements. The food was brilliant- there was plenty of choice at breakfast and dinner. At dinner there are always three courses and around 3/4 choices of each. The best meal was on the gala night which is held every Sunday. It was really lovely to have the meal by the pool- so that you could watch the beautiful sunset. It was very well organised and everyone had a good time! Our room was spacious and had a balcony which had a sea view. It was cleaned everyday to a high standard and it was lovely to have fresh towels on a daily basis. The room had brilliant air conditioning- which was a lovely rest bite from the August heat! While I was there I looked to book for next year- something I have never done before and I have encouraged my friends to book to stay there too! Can't wait to go back and get in that lovely pool and sit and watch the sun set over the amazing view from the dining room. Thank you so much for taking good care of us- see you soon!

If you want a week away to chill but still see all the sights of beautiful Sorrento and the Amalfi coast then this is the place for you. The hotel interior is a bit out dated but don't let that put you off. The staff are wonderful and you get great service. We had room 406 which has a massive terrace with sunbeds and a separate living room. The food is great and always in plentiful supply. Francesco always made sure we had a great dining experience. Always sunbeds available with clean towels every day. Bus in to Sorrento was a great addition to the facilities. I don't usually go to the same hotel twice, but I could be tempted with this gem - absolutely nothing to moan about.

We had a great week at the hotel. This was our first visit to Italy. We were half board, and I've got to say the food was fantastic. Hotel is 10 minutes drive from the centre of sorrento but the hotels shuttle bus is fantastic, leaves on the hour from the hotel and pick up quarter past from the town centre. It's a small hotel so it's not too busy so easy to get a sun bed etc. We had the most fantastic week, great hotel, great food, great weather but most of all great staff, they are really friendly and can't do enough to help. Thanks for a great week

Lovely hotel in the foothills above Sorrento. The view from the balcony overlooks the bay of Naples and provides a perfect chill out place. The staff are amazing and the food for half board was brilliant with excellent service from the team in the restaurant (especially Francesco). On top of all that a free bus into Sorrento centre every hour provides the perfect place to explore this wonderful area from.

This hotel is incredible. We stayed 10 nights in July 2023, booking with TUI as part of a package. Wonderful food - large buffet breakfast with everything you could want, evening meal was 3 courses (3-4 choices for each course), plus salad buffet. Something different every day - delicious. The absolute highlight of the week was the Sunday night gala dinner. Service in the restaurant was AMAZING - thanks to Marcello, Enzio, Sonia, Diego, Maria, Jammes, Nino, Mariano, Francesco. They became like family. Rooms were spacious with TV, cleaned every day, and fresh towels when required. We had a lovely balcony overlooking the pool. Pool was clean, with a plentiful supply of sun-loungers, with a poolside bar where you can get lunch/snacks. Evening entertainment was 3 times a week - this is ideal, as the rest of the week gives you the opportunity to go for a drink in bustling Sorrento. The hotel is ideally situated in the hills away from it all with stunning views out to sea - but just a 10 minute bus ride into beautiful Sorrento. The free shuttle bus operates hourly, starting at 7.50 in the morning. Last bus back at 11.15pm. Had a brilliant time here. Will definitely be returning.

This was our first time in Sorrento. First impression upon arrival was” tired and dated “having said that the hotel is immaculately clean and the staff were really lovely so after the initial shock of the decor we had a nice stay. We stayed half board breakfast was lovely and fresh only had one evening meal as there were so many great places to eat in town we preferred to do that. Location like most in the area was a bit out of the way you wouldn't chance walking unless you have a death wish. The hotel provide a free friendly bus shuttle every hour which is ideal and runs from 8am to 11pm. Overall - If you are looking for a fancy glitzy glam hotel this is not the one for you but if you want a comfortable friendly clean base to explore this lovely part of Italy you won't go wrong.

We enjoyed a relaxing break with family here. The staff always give a warm welcome. They really look after you here. Pool wasn't too crowded and plenty of sun loungers for everyone with free pool towels. The free shuttle bus is perfect to get to Sorrento town in a short trip. You definitely wouldn't walk it easily as there's no path most of the way and lots of traffic whizzing around the bends. Hotel is located in a quiet area outside Sorrento with beautiful views. Sunday gala dinner by the pool was a great experience. You can tell they really appreciate and are proud of their staff. Overall it's a lovely relaxing holiday away from the crowds. Simply...Bellissimo!

We've had another lovely stay at this great hotel, our 3rd visit. Our room was clean and comfortable and the food was really good, but what makes this hotel so special is the amazing staff. Special mention to waiters Enzo, Francesco and “Preston!” Also Marcello, manager is such a good host. They all work so hard. Lots of other really friendly, helpful staff including Ben. We highly recommend a stay at this hotel.

We really enjoyed our holiday at La Solera hotel perfect base to explore Sorrento Almalfi coast, Naples, Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius! The rooms were spacious and bed was firm but comfortable- the staff were very friendly and kept the rooms and hotel spotless ! We enjoyed our waiter service dinner- Marcella and the team were efficient and made our dining experience special - the highlight was the Sunday night gala dinner which we enjoyed very much- we would definitely stay at La Solera again - good relaxing location away from the bustle of the town but with the option to use the free shuttle throughout the day and night.

I have raved about La Solara in myTUI review but for non-TUI travellers I want to wholeheartedly endorse the favourable comments posted here. In a nutshell, the management get everything right and nothing wrong. They provide comfortable and spotlessly clean accommodation and outstanding cuisine. It's a fantastic place to stay and my only regret is that having spent two weeks in Sorrento (2022 and 2023) I've now seen everything I want to see in the peninsula and its islands, and can't see myself returning … even for the delights of La Solara.

Very nice swimming pool. Breakfast was plentiful and included in the stay. We had some problems with our first room and the staff did their best to accommodate us. They found us a new room for the last 3 of our 5 nights. Our basic room had a shower that didn't drain and you could hear the toilets flush from above. The staff did their best to get us a better room, but they were booked. We spent the first 2 nights with the faulty shower (they couldn't fix it), and were moved to another room for 1 night and then to another for the last 2 nights. It really wasn't a big deal to us to move a couple of times as long as we were moved our of that first room. The location is great because you are out of town, but they have a shuttle that comes and goes hourly. We took a taxi (3 miles) when we first got there and it cost us 35 Euro - so take the shuttle. The view is lovely. The staff are friendly and helpful.

Firstly I would advise you do not get the coach transfer as it takes 1.5 hours with all the drop offs plus you get dropped off at the bottom of the hotel hill as the coach will not fit. Do yourself a favour and upgrade to a private taxi transfer which takes 1 hour and a lot more comfy. Despite arriving at gone midnight we were provided with a cold meat cheese veg fruit platter which was really lovely. We upgraded to a room with balcony with sea view which I highly recommend for stunning views. There was an issue with no water when we arrived too which messed up the water pressure in our bathroom but this was resolved promptly by Bruno. What a legend. Speaking of legend, most of the staff are. Our favourites being Enzo one of the waiters (gave our little girl so much fuss) and also the restaurant manager (didn't catch his name but he reminded me of Paulie from Goodfellas) and also the male manager who sits on reception- I presume he is the manager, slightly older man with glasses. Really lovely and helped me get my baby's luggage back that the transfer coach left behind. We found Tina on reception to be very rude and unhelpful whenever we had a query (such as requesting late check-out, trying to retrieve our luggage that had been left on the transfer coach etc.) We were half board, breakfast did the job of fruit, pastries, toast, eggs, bacon and cereal. Dinner was a different a la carte every night and always fresh and tasty. It is a shame that bottled water or a water cooler is not provided free of charge in this hotel other than in the gym. The hourly shuttle bus into town takes just 10mins and was a God send. Beware though it left early on several occasions so get there 15 mins early!! Room cleaners were a lovely set of ladies. I got the feeling that they had a lot of rooms to get through as sometimes we would return at 4pm and the room had not been cleaned but oh well. Lift very fast but gets busy at peak times. The hotel decor is a little dated but after a while it grows on you. Beds were fine and comfortable, air con not the best in our room. They did however provide a lovely cot for our baby and she slept well in it. Pool is clean and lots of beds available. Snack bar food a little pricey but fine. Shame that they do not do iced coffee. Lots of repeat clients come here year after year, it was our first time here and also in Sorrento. I would not say it was perhaps the most baby friendly as the pool is not quite shallow enough, dinner is served 645pm onwards which is a little late for youngsters, there is no on site shop for essentials and nowhere really to walk with a pram. Well there is a beach but the hill is crazy! Gala dinner on Sundays really fun, we had to leave early though due to the baby. There is a beautiful lemon garden behind the snack bar which we would have loved to explore but it closes when the pool does. Shame as my baby would have entertained herself in there for ages on an evening. We had a lovely stay in all :)

This was our 2nd visit after coming here last year in may We knew how good it was last year but felt it was even better this year and the main reason was room 406 if anyone is thinking of going in the future we can't recommend this room any better The terrace at the front is unbelievable there's enough room for 8 people and yet there was only the 2 of us It's the best upgrade we have ever purchased Next we would like to thank every single person s who we call family in this beautiful run hotel NOTHING is too much trouble for any of the staff and you can see how hard they all work to keep it that way The cleaners the waiters the chefs the reception staff the pool attendants the coach drivers we award you all 10/10 for everything We can't wait for next year and will book for extra days If u want peace and quiet beautiful food and excellent staff there's nowhere better all these staff are magnificent Many many thanks to everyone

I can't say enough positive things about the hotel and its staff, We arrived and were asked to go and relax and enjoy a glass of prosecco, before they checked us all in. Every member of staff were friendly and helpful, evryone said hello whenever they saw you and no requests or question were to difficult to answer or solve. The restaurant staff were amazing a real credit to the hotel. The hotel was spotless all of the time, not once did I find any bit of dirt or some cleaning that had been missed, the room was attended to everyday. The room was big enough and the balcony was massive, the beds were comfortable, but by the end of the week, like most people we were longing for our own beds. Importanly the air con was very good. The tv understandably is mostly in italian CH300 to around 304 had english speaking news and the sky movie channels can be changed from italian to english(the top right button of the middle square options). Bathroom was very good and shower was powerful enough. The pool was lovely, towels provided and never once had an issue finding a bed or seat. The views from the pool area and the location of this hotel are a winner. The shuttle bus to Sorrento town and back is a game changer, you will not fancy the walk down, most of it has no pavement and the driving is very hectic. The hotel runs a tab system, so you settle your bill on check out, so just be careful if you are on a budget, maybe note down when you order drinks/ice creams or food from the pool bar, or you might have a shock. The food was nothing short of amazing, breakfast was pretty standard as hotel breakfasts go, with breads and cereals, fruit/yoghurts, meats and cheese, lots of different pastry and bacon and eggs and mushrooms/tomatoes, lots of drink options, it was always fresh and tasty. Dinner is where this hotel smashes it, the menu is put out in the morning, so you can spend the day thinking about what to have that evening. There would be 5 choices of starter, 5 choices of main and 4 different puddings. Every meal myself and my family had was top notch, lots of choice and variety, always at least one fish and one meat dish. They are also cook different meals for dietry requirments, or maybe a fussy eater. On Sunday evening there is a gala dinner that is outside by the pool and it is a big event ( people get dressed ) with live music and amazing food, you also get the opportunity to see the chefs who feed you so well in your stay. This is a family run hotel and you can see that they take great care to make sure it is perfect, something you can sometimes lose in bigger hotels. I highly recommend a stay here and would book again in a heartbeat, we also met several people who were on return trips, because it has been this good for years. The staff really make this hotel and are a huge credit to the owners. Book yourself a stay you won't regret it.

Whilst looking for my hotel in Sorrento I contacted the hotel with so many questions. They were so responsive and so kind and helpful, they also offered great advice and places to visit The hotel is set just putside of Sorrento up a hill. The location for us was perfect as we wanted to be away from all the crowds. There was a nice relaxed bar for late drinks and also a courtesy bus to take you in and back to Sorrento. Across the road, a lovely beach with fabulous restaurants, and it's very close to the lovely cute village Massa Lubrense. Rooms were spacious and beds comfortable. The pool is great for anyone doing lengths, plenty of space, and at the moment like a hot bath. Sunbeds have shades over the top, very quiet by the pool, and drinks are also very reasonable. We had a lovely stay, thank you so much.

We have again enjoyed a fabulous two weeks at this hotel, our 7th time! We have high standards for our holidays and at Hotel La Solara we have never been disappointed. All aspects of the hotel are excellent including the staff who are all fantastic, special thanks to the wonderful Marcelo who always goes above and beyond and greets us as friends not hotel guests which is lovely. We have just booked for 2024!!!

We can't recommend this hotel enough. The food, staff and facilities were amazing. On first arrival, the hotel appeared slightly outdated but all other aspects make up for this. As a celiac and struggle with dairy- all of my food needs were catered for including an abundance of gluten free options. They also made an omelette every morning with no problems. Nino and Nello (waiters) were amazing and went well out of there way to make our holiday special. I would 100 percent recommend this hotel and especially for gluten free or food allergies. Low fodmap options also available. Drinks very reasonably priced (and strong!) The pool area has a lovely see view. Shuttle bus is frequent and super easy to access sorrento town centre. Would definitely like to return. Thanks to all staff for allowing us an amazing and stress free holiday!

Beautiful views since this Hotel sits up a Sorrento ridge. Our tour director picked this hotel, for 26 of us, and we all enjoyed it. Some rooms on first floor had a small patio area that looked out onto the large pool, and that was very enjoyable. We were here 4 nights, using Sorrento as a base for visiting nearby sites, and we dined in the on-site restaurant each evening. Good food, and excellent waiters. Our vans would drop us at base of hotel ( near street level), and it was a fairly steep hike to walk up to the hotel entrance level. However, smaller vehicles would be able to drop those with mobility issues up at the lobby entrance. I definitely would consider staying here again someday -- I DO hope to return . Beautiful.

Excellent staff willing to go above and beyond. Extremely clean. Friendly, kind staff throughout the hotel. Gorgeous pool and lovely clean pool towels available. Free Shuttle bus every hour to Sorrento.

All rooms are lovely and clean and very comfortable, with tea and coffee making facilities. Rooms overlooking the pool are south facing and get the sun for most of the day. Rooms at the back are more shaded. Front facing rooms have sea views, and higher floors have larger balconies and terraces.

This was our first holiday overseas as a family and we couldn't have picked a better place The location is about 10 mins out of the town which is perfect for a relaxing break the hotel provides a free shuttle bus into town every hour right up to 11 o clock with a careful friendly driver which makes it super easy to go there if you need to The staff are just fab friendly, attentive and always happy to help from the reception staff, restaurant staff to the guys at the pool bar The food is really tasty with lots of choice our very picky 11 year old didnt struggle at all breakfast is a buffet and dinner is served to your table I'm not sure how anyone could complain about the food here! They also provide food around the pool which is just as good with a small but varied menu The hotel is spotlessly clean in all areas and yes the rooms are more of an authentic style but this just adds to the charm of it If you want games around the pool entertainment etc then here isn't for you it's more of a relaxing place which suited us perfectly but may not be for everyone We want to say a huge thank you to the staff who were so nice to us after our daughters case didn't arrive which was really upsetting they were as helpful as they could be and just as pleased as us when it finally came I think Special thanks to Nello, marcello and Tina aswell as the guy who served our table (blonde curly hair) who we didn't get chance to thank as he wasn't working on our last night Finally we didn't get to do all we wanted to due to a lost case but we did visit Pompeii which is an amazing place and Sorrento centre which is just busy enough with lots of restaurants and shops - it's a beautiful place and we have an excuse to visit again!!! Thanks to everyone at La Solara for an amazing stay!!!!

Recently returned from honeymoon to this brilliant hotel, had a room on floor 1 with sea view and balcony, well worth paying extra. Amazing rooms, food and service, staff brilliant and friendly with nothing too much trouble. Had buffet breakfast and waiter service for evening meal, food at both sittings was brilliant with plenty of choice. Will definitely be returning......cannot find any faults!!

I booked this hotel purely based on reviews and I knew what to expect, but unfortunately the rest of my family didn't. On arrival we were warmly greeted by Tina and I immediately felt I have known her for a long time. My family's first impression of the hotel was dated decor and too far away from centre, that all changed by the end of our stay. Mario, the hotel friendly shuttle bus driver, was also on schedule to drop and collect us, a real gent. Each day, the front desk staff, Tina, Antonio and Massimo greeted us, no matter how busy they are, they are very approachable for information and full of recommendations for site visits and nearby restaurants. On the latter, we dined at Il Cantuccio and Antico Francischiello at Massa Lubrense, Massimo, Antonio and Tina arranged restaurant transport for us, nothing is too much to ask, very willing to accommodate us. the sunset view was stunning from both restaurants along with authentic food. My boys loved the swimming pool and I enjoyed sipping Antonio's lemon spritzers by the pool, just what you need after an exhausting day of travelling around the Amalfi coast. The lovely Nello would be at the breakfast bar to greet you, the spacious dining room has a good view and the buffet breakfast is adequate to provide fuel for the morning, missing sweet melons already. I need to thank the cleaner for room 106, it was cleaned to the highest standard each day. I would highly recommend this hotel. This hotel has a family feel, I get the feeling they love coming to work. I look forward to coming back again. Thank you for a great stay.

Stayed 7th October for 7 nights half-board booked via tui. Pluses for the hotel are: it's clean,nice setting wonderful views, excellent shuttle bus service. Negatives are: the hotel is dated, air conditioning not up to the job rooms very hot at night, not enough housekeeping staff (on changeover day our room was not made up / cleaned till 5pm). Also restaurant staff run ragged in the evening not enough waiting staff. We had to wait 45 minutes from ordering our starter to it being served one evening. The quality offood in general not good. Breakfast is the worst we have ever had. The scrambled egg was in edible

We stayed in La Solara for the first week of August 2022 and had two rooms for our family of four (patents + 18 years old twin boys). This was one of the best hotels we've stayed in because they got the important things right—fantastic staff, comfortable beds, spotless rooms and communal areas, excellent food & a lovely pool area. The staff were so kind, polite and efficient. Nothing was too much trouble whatever time of day or night you asked for their help (Thank you Paolo and Salvatore). But every member of staff greeted us when they saw us, and many spoke perfect English. When we checked in, Tina on reception offered us a glass of prosecco as our rooms weren't ready and that was much appreciated. Both rooms (404 - sea view out front & 202 - partial sea view at the side of the hotel) were a good size. The beds and pillows were comfortable and made up with crisp white bed linen. It was baking hot during our stay but the rooms were perfectly air-conditioned and there were shutters on the French windows that lead to the balcony which helped to keep the room cool too. The hotel was spotless. There wasn't a piece of chipped paint or a black scuff mark anywhere. The carpets and tiled floors were vigorously cleaned. We booked half board through Tui which we were a bit concerned about. We've stayed in Italian hotels before, and the food hasn't always been great. But this was a completely different story! The food at La Solera was better quality than some of the restaurants we tried for lunch. Buffet breakfasts provided lots of choices and the evening meals comprised a salad bar and three courses with three or more choices per course. The wines were excellent and a fraction of the price you'd pay here. We also had lunch by the pool and that too was good – the pizzas and salads were all freshly prepared – and Marcello always attentive. The pool area was, again, spotless and there were always sunbeds available. Our picky teenagers approved of the rooms, loved the pool and appreciated the quality and amount of food on offer – three for three is a rare achievement so kudos to the hotel and staff. The hotel is outside Sorrento, so you do need to take the free hourly minibus if you want to go into town (A taxi was expensive for the distance). We thought that might be an issue as we enjoy after-dinner walks and nipping into cafes during the day, but it wasn't. Our stay coincided with one of the hottest European summers on record, and frankly, we couldn't have spent it in a better place. This is an excellent hotel.

Stayed for a week with Friends and this has to be the most friendliest hotel I have ever stayed in . Lovely and clean and amazing food . The staff are like a big a large family and you can tell they all love coming to work . Thanks

I stayed at Hotel Solara October 2022 with my fiancee. I rate the hotel very highly. This was my first visit to The Solara but my fiancee has been before nine years ago and wanted to return. She said many of the staff are the same which speaks volumes about how nice the hotel is and how well the hotel treats its staff. The hotel has a charming "dated" ambiance but it is very nice, nonetheless, and the "dated-ness" is in keeping with its Italian character. The people are all incredibly friendly and everyone speaks English even though I practised my Italian every chance I got (which The hotel staff helped me with! Grazie! :) ) Cleanliness of the hotel, the rooms, the public areas is immaculate. We upgraded to a terrace with sea views on the third floor - Room 308. A 30 or so seater bus takes you to and from Sorrento every hour, for free, on the hour from 07:00 until 23:15 last bus back. It takes about 5 minutes to get into Sorrento town. Loads to see and do in Sorrento and the stunning surrounding areas. Please make sure you use this lovely facility since a taxi is very expensive - about 30 Euros! The pool area is lovely. Again, immaculately kept and with a nice bar and snack area. Prices are very reasonable; a 0.5L Peroni is about 5 Euros and a coffee 2 euros. Very reasonable. In fact, being used to rip-off UK prices, Italy is remarkably reasonably priced. Whilst not Michelin Star dining, the food is nice but my one and only area of improvement would be breakfast. There needs to be more fruit and the bacon needs to be better cooked. Call outs to all the staff but particularly Nello and Marcello and the other slightly older gent that serves at the bar. So friendly and polite and nothing is too much trouble Would I stay at here again? Absolutely!

This is our third visit to this hotel over 20 years, we arrived around 1pm on Friday we waited an hour for our room which was good. Our room was great not massive but an enormous balcony with table chairs and loungers beautiful and clean. Not the most up to date but tidy and clean. The food is my main issue we are both vegetarian the options for evening meal were night 1 vegetarian omelette, 2 onion omelette, 3 was the special night we didn't attend. 4 cheese quiche, 5 potato omelette 6 vegetarian omelette 7 bell pepper omelette OR stuffed tomatoes. So if your not an omelette lover and vegetarian not a great deal of choice we ate out 4 evenings although we were half board, disappointed with the choice now I'm sure the hotel will say we could have asked but they put the menu out and they print it so the staff know what the choice is and a bland omelette doesn't cut it now. Also the breakfast as mentioned by someone else is the same as it was 20 years ago, I do think they need to look at what other hotels are doing as it's poor, cereal in hideous containers that are from the 70s and you can't get the product out of!! The fruit was 1 fresh type and then what looked tined fruit, the layout is old fashioned I know we are in Italy but this is 2022 and other hotels have a far better offering.. The staff were good stand out was Tina on the reception desk and the cleaners who did an amazing job. Also the bus to and from the centre was great and the driver spot on. Pool area loads of loungers and tidy as the rest of the hotel.

I was definitely unsure about what I booked since it was so affordable but based on the reviews I felt I made the right choice. This property is SPOTLESS, the pool area is nice and relaxing. We ate lunch at the poolside restaurant everyday. The shuttle into town is convenient and drops you at a central location. We were able to visit Pompeii by taking the shuttle into town and hopping on a local train. Super easy! I have to say that the front desk staff were so amazing! I have a medical condition that required me to go to the local ER one night. The gentlemen at the front helped us call a cab and made sure they directed us to the right entrance at the hospital. After a few long hours I was discharged. As I walked out I bumped into Antonio from the front desk. He was on his way home and worried about me so he stopped by to make sure everything was okay. I thought I was going to cry seeing him. I have NEVER had anyone go out of there way for me like that. It was so KIND!!! Antonio also helped us get a cab back to the hotel which is nearly impossible because of the late hour. The next day the front desk all inquired if I was feeling better which I found very impressive. They also helped us get a car service scheduled to Naples which was a daunting task due to the busy season. They gave us several options of transportation and were so very accommodating! I will never forget how lovely everyone at this hotel was and I look forward to coming back in the future!

This hotel did not have a great breakfast but very good shuttle service to centre Sorrento. They also did not charge for car parking which was a plus. The AC in our room did not work at all and was very hot at night. I would still recommend this hotel for its price, shuttle and car parking

Words simply can't say how amazing this hotel is!!! I picked this initially for its position, slightly out of Sorrento and very peaceful for a special anniversary and surprise trip for my partner which is what we wanted. However, there is so much more that makes La Solera just the best and so special and that's the staff. We have absolutely fallen in love with it here, from the moment we checked in the amazing staff that work here can't do enough for you and make you feel part of the family instantly. Antonio on the front desk and the managers who have all been so helpful, the waiters, the bar staff and the cleaners are just all so lovely and always extremely attentive to making sure you are having the best holiday. But one person above all that I need to mention and that's Nello, 30 years at the hotel and from the moment we met him has made every single day just the best, one of the most lovely kind hearted genuine people we have had the pleasure to meet, and his sense of humour is just brilliant. Nello thank you for everything, we want to take you back to the uk!! Last day today and we will definitely be coming back, Sorrento and it's surrounding area is beautiful but without doubt all the people at the hotel are what makes this holiday so special. Much love to you all Greg & Jo x

What a wonderful, friendly hotel. It is family run and it shows. The staff couldn't have been friendlier, more helpful or more attentive. Every dealing with them was a pleasure. We can't wait to return

My wife and I visited from the 26th September to 3rd October on a half board basis via TUI and had a first-floor balcony room. No problems with the room and excellent housekeeping service daily. Our only issue with this hotel was the breakfast which we felt did not meet the standards and quality experienced at most other hotels we have stayed previously in Italy. For example, the cold meats, (same bland ham every morning) cheese (1 type) boiled eggs (served cold) pastries (dry) along with a very limited breadbasket (no wholemeal or seeded breads) prepacked individual jams and marmalades instead of local varieties. We did not even try the bacon which was served in a huge pile and looked untouched each morning due to the fact it was undercooked and fatty. All other aspects are same as other reviews such as 1st class service throughout the hotel etc...

Lovely clean and extremely friendly hotel which is situated outside of the town on a hill. There is a small bus that runs on the hour and takes you into town which is excellent. Super facilities, lovely pool and as the hotel is not large you didn't feel it was overcrowded. Amazing food and very attentive waiters, 5*.

This is a nice hotel located 10 minutes outside Sorrento town. The rooms are a good size, and mostly quite (although if you have noisy neighbours, you can hear everything. Even their alarm clock.). Everyone from the front desk to the cleaners at the hotel are very friendly and they cannot do enough to make you feel welcome. I must thank one particular person who looked after us during breakfast and evening dinner. Nello thank you very much for looking after us. You really made our week there and I do hope you get to travel soon. There is a complimentary bus to Sorrento town centre that runs every hour. This is particularly useful. Our room was starting to show signs of wear and tear. It needed some work doing to it to modernise it to the same level as the lower floors. Some of the carpeting was fading and needs replacing. They do have a good sized pool, and the snack bar is reasonably priced. The only area we feel that needs improvement is the gym. The equipment needs replacing and the air conditioning needs to be repaired. In all, if we were to visit Sorrento again, we would definitely stay here again.

We have stayed in this hotel twice now, I can honestly say we cannot fault it. The hotel and pool are lovely. The staff so helpful and friendly. The food has a good choice. There is a free shuttle bus into town which is approx 7 to 10mins. Can highly recommend this hotel

Stayed here in August 2022 for 10 nights. At first sight you think hmmm......dated. But then as days past you realise that it all fits together to create a superb ambience. Some may say old fashioned, for that read good old fashioned traditional service. The staff are fantastic. Special shout out to Marcello who made my food allergy a non issue - such a relief. The hotel is pristinely clean and the service is fabulous - nothing too much trouble. The pool is immaculate. Plenty of loungers and the guy who looks after it is so caring and helpful - he'll move your loungers to wherever you want to be. Towels are provided and the pool snack bar serves food and drinks almost dawn to dusk. Food in the restaurant was delicious with a lot of choice each evening. All fresh and perfectly cooked. If you have an allergy, Marcello will go through each dish and offer advice. They will even cook an allergy free dish from scratch! Dinner is table service whilst the breakfast is buffet with lots of variety. The views from the dining room/restaurant are beautiful. The location is out of town up the hill but the complimentary shuttle bus is reliable and a lifeline for getting into town. Personally I wouldn't walk it as the roads are very busy and the drivers typically care free! Sorrento itself is busy but charming with all shops & restaurants run by locals - no big brands allowed. Get out and see the surrounding coastline - Positano, Amalfi, Ravello - truly stunning views. Do a morning trip to Pompeii as a whole day is too long. Just an advisory note. If you have mobility issues, be aware that there can be a lot of walking and the area is hilly. The only negative for our holiday was Naples airport. Chaotic is being kind. Apparently it's always worse on Mondays & Fridays. Finally, we're not ones to re-visit previous destinations but if we did we would come back here without doubt! It is almost perfect.

We arrived just after midnight to be greeted by a specially prepared light meal which was really appreciated. Our room was lovely with a partial sea view. Cleanliness was exceptional throughout the hotel. Thanks to our cleaner in room 204. The bar was run by the lovely Nino, who made delicious limoncello spritz! Lots of banter in the restaurant with Marcello, Nello and their teams. The food was excellent with lots of choice. Breakfast was a varied buffet with hot and cold food and dinner was a set menu with lots of choice. Thanks to chef Antonio and his team, it was superb. The swimming pool with Antonio and the team was great with lots of sun beds always available. The shuttle bus was reliable thanks to Mario. Tina and the reception team were always helpful, I can't thank everyone enough, truly exceptional on all counts and I'd highly recommend.

This hotel is amazing, relaxing and peaceful just what is needed after a long day sightseeing. The hotel is so clean and the rooms are very comfortable. The staff work so hard every day making sure everyone is having a great stay. The staff we encountered are so friendly and helpful. My daughter suffers from a number of food allergies allergies and Mr Nello and Mr Marcello made sure she was very well catered for. She felt completely safe eating here every night and enjoyed all the food that was available for her. They are both a credit to your team. Thank you for a amazing holiday and we can not wait to come back and see you all again.

We've just returned from a wonderful 10 night stay at La Solara. This was our 8th stay here and our first visit since 2019 due to Covid disruptions. We were so glad to be back and it was great to see so many familiar faces amongst the staff. We really value peace and tranquillity whilst on holiday and this place delivers each time. We found all the staff to be friendly as always and willing to assist at all times. We booked half board and also had lunch during our stay and found the food excellent - we looked forward to our evening meals in the restaurant. There is a great choice each evening and the menu never seems to repeat itself too often. The ten days were over very quickly and we were sad to leave. I would like to list all the staff but could not be certain I would recall everyone. A huge thank you to the entire La Solara team. They make it look easy which it cannot be. Special thanks to Antonio and Tina at reception for dealing with some prior requests and for ensuring we got away a bit earlier by taxi on departure day than we had originally requested. The food, the pool, the staff - just wonderful. See you all in 2023. Michael and Nuala Belfast

Just returned after 14 nights at the hotel during August and into September. We stayed on a half board basis in a standard room with a side view balcony, booked through TUI from the UK. Location – approx. 10 minutes in the hotel complimentary shuttle bus from Sorrento town centre. The shuttle bus is excellent and runs pretty much every hour from the hotel and then back to the hotel, from around 8am until 11pm. (It is not advisable to walk into Sorrento as there is no pavement and the roads are single lane and very narrow and busy.) There is a small supermarket in the alleyway just before the bus stop, which we used to buy water etc to take back up to the hotel. Room – comfortable, although the décor is a bit dated. Very clean. Plenty of wardrobe and drawer space. Good air conditioning and excellent WIFI – we work whilst on holiday and had no problem at all doing video and audio calls. Good enough internet to stream Netflix etc. Small balcony area with side view over the Bay of Naples and olive trees. Staff – all friendly, approachable, and knowledgeable. Good service at the restaurant at dinner. Food – good selection at the buffet breakfast in the mornings and which is served from early (7am) to accommodate early starts for boat trips and sightseeing etc. Dinner – this is a set menu with choices, including vegetarian etc. They cater for food allergies. I am a fussy eater and had no problems choosing something to eat from the menu. Food served hot and very quickly. There is a formal Gala dinner on Sunday evenings and to which men are obliged to wear long trousers (not an issue as the room is air conditioned). This is a jolly occasion with a pianist and several courses. Pool – the hotel benefits from a large roof-top pool area overlooking the Bay of Naples with plenty of sun loungers, a bar and snack bar. Gym – very disappointing gym. This was one of the reasons for choosing la Solara, but it did not live up to expectations. It is in a damp smelling basement area. The air conditioning does not work very well, and the machines have definitely seen better days. TUI rep – we had excellent service from the TUI rep who organised places for us on the Pompeii and Herculaneum half day tours, both of which were very good value for money and worth doing. Boat trips – we use the ferries (NLG company) from Marina Piccolo to go to Capri twice, Amalfi and Positano. Very quick and efficient. Lots to see in Capri, hence why we went twice. Positano and Amalfi have less to offer – worth a trip, but you only need a couple of hours in each to do them justice. All in all, a good fortnight's break and we fell that the hotel was a good base for exploring the area.

Stayed here for the 2nd time. Really amazing staff. Nothing is too much bother for them. Food at this hotel, especially evening meal, is absolutely wonderful. Menu is very varied & the quality is exceptional. Seems to be the same staff in a lot of areas which says a lot about the place. Also, speaking to other guests, most of them had been many times over the years. Says it all, I think. Shuttle bus is a bonus.

We stayed for a week in late August. The weather was so good and the pool and our huge balcony were the perfect place to enjoy it. The snack bar has decent pool food, and the breakfast had a good choice without feeling full and overwhelmed afterwards! We got engaged while we were there and the restaurant staff were so lovely and celebrated with us. The gala dinner is fun, and the entertainment is traditional but perfect to round off the night. The shuttle bus is a godsend, reliable, easy to find and takes 5 mins. If you book with Tui, can recommend going on the walk with the rep after the welcome meeting. It really helped us get our bearings, made some great recommendations and we knew our way around in no time. The hotel was spotlessly clean, and like all the other reviews, the staff are so friendly and kind and really make the experience even better. Perfect week, thank you all for looking after us!

From start to finish this holiday was amazing. We arrived late at the hotel due to a slight flight delay 1am, we were greeted by the reception staff and then taken to the restaurant where a plate of food was provided, delicious and so needed! Room was spotless and cleaned every single day of our stay with fresh towels each day. Pool area spotless too. Food amazing including the service from Marcello and Nello. All the staff were so friendly and helpful. Hotel was perfectly situated with fantastic views and ideally located to visit Positano, Amalfi and the Island of Capri (definitely worth a visit) The shuttle bus was a plus too to take you to the centre of Sorrento. Will 100% return in the future.

“There are some great reviews of this place, we agree with them all: excellent food, large pool, lovely staff, plenty of sun beds, spotlessly clean EVERYWHERE etc so we'll not repeat but here are some things we didn't pick up on previous reviews that might help other travellers: 1) clean pool towels are provided so no need to pack them! 2) shuttle bus is fab, modern (not some rusty old number that you wonder if it'll actually move!), on time, every hour to/from hotel from 7:50a.m to 11:15p.m., air conditioned and FREE to guests - just brilliant. 3) staff speak excellent English, both in hotel & in Sorrento. 4) we arrived late, in the early hours, & were greeted by a porter on a golf style buggy to take us & our cases up the steep slope to reception. After checking in we were provided with a huge plate of food! Amazing! 5) hotel is on a slope & walk to beach is via a main road so wouldn't recommend this hotel for those with young children or those with mobility issues. 6) in our opinion, the local beach is a bit run down, it's made up of black volcanic sand & very crowded with sun beds. It's a 10 min walk from the hotel but it's on a VERY steep hill. There is a tuk tuk style vehicle that will bring you up/down tho for a couple of €. 7) best calypso coffee ever from the evening bar in hotel! 8) pool side bar food during the day is super tasty & fresh, but a little pricey (burger and chips €15). 9) there is nowhere in Sorrento to hire jet skis as it's a working harbour. There are none either on the beach near to the hotel. 10) in our experience, generally prices throughout the area (food, ice creams etc) are high. 11) hotel is 10 mins south out of Sorrento and you're likely to be the last drop off after your flight, if travelling with TUI. 12)wifi in hotel is brilliant. 13) there are insects in/around Sorrento that you don't see (!) so repellant and after bite creams are recommended. 14) there is parking in the hotel if required. In summary, if you want poolside music/quizzes/water polo & other pool based activities, someone to entertain your kids, a full programme of lively evening entertainment then this place isn't for you! If you want somewhere peaceful to relax, with beautiful views & evening sunsets, super food with plenty of choice for everyone & excellent hospitality, book it without hesitation!

We were recommended this hotel and booked via TUI. A mostly positive experience with good size rooms, very clean. Amazing pool, and no silly fighting for a sun bed. A very efficient bus service to the centre of town. The staff were exemplary always very helpful. Particular mention for Fabio, Nello and Marchello. The only negative was the food. The first two nights we experienced the dinner and it was very poor. Example being Halibut presented in potato. It was questionable if it was Halibut as it was a very flat fish. It also cam with sliced potato's on it, with a side of potato! After two nights we then opted to dine out and swapped the dinner for lunch by the pool, which was simple but fine. To be honest having seen all other comments we did wonder if the regular chef was away that week. Overall a lovely holiday

I stayed at La Solara in Sorrento in April and loved every minute. The staff were welcoming, friendly and very professional. The hotel was spotless, the food superb and the waiter staff brilliant. I wasn't long back in England before I had booked to go back next year. I can't wait.

The hotel has an ant infestation! Not just a few, there were a lot. On the toilet, floors and walls. They got in our clothes too. Very rude female front desk person. Pool person was putting shock in the pool while we were still in the pool. On the plus side, the views are amazing,sunsets spectacular, dining staff very professional and they had staff helping park cars. There is at max 11 parking spaces.

Staff in this hotel make all the difference and they go out of their way to help you such as kindly getting us football tickets for Napoli Vs Monza. As the hotel is not too big, it feels very personal and down to earth. Pool is fantastic - great size and temperature. Really enjoyed the live music from Lello and Carlo after dinner whilst we played cards. Incredible food - the salad bar was amazing and the gala dinner was a great treat! We will be back next year!

Great venue for family holiday.. excellent experience, We had a family reunion with members coming from 3 different cities in two continents. Great service. Nice views. Good rooms, nice air conditioning, good facilities. Several other guests were visiting after a while, Massimo, Antonio and Tina made the reception function very well. Nello and Marcello were great at the dinner service. Nino was good behind the bar. Mario was a good very technically good coach driver. All contributed to the functioning of this family hotel as if we were nearly at home.

Stayed here from 14 to 22 August 2022. This place deserves all of the positive reviews it has received on TripAdvisor. I would return instantly. I say this about many places but La Solara ...... there is no such things a perfect hotel but for me La Solara comes close. Negatives first – and bear in mind that these are minor Ants – they occasionally get ant infestations but deal with them promptly and efficiently. Shuttle bus sometimes start the return trip from the town centre to the hotel a few minutes early. Positives – these are many and are sometimes difficult to describe adequatley in words My positive experience with the hotel began before we arrived - we couldn't travel on the day we were due to travel, but the hotel helped us to reschedule and helped us to organise an airport transfer for us when we arrived a few days later. Hat tip and sincere thanks to Antonio at reception! Finding the hotel was easy - it's well signposted, but the entrance is located on a curve and driving in and out is not for drivers who find Italian traffic and drivers challenging (but don't let that put you off - this hotel is excellent and worth a variety of minor challenges). Reception staff were friendly, welcoming and efficient. Finding rooms was easy. Initial impressions were excellent, and everything we experienced during our eight days here confirmed those initial impressions. Room size was adequate. Bathrooms were spotless. Windows deserve special mention - excellent sun blinds to keep out the intense heat, an excellent insect screen and good balcony doors, internal blinds and curtains - room was completely dark whenever required. Beds were firm - no sagging mattresses. Bed linen was clean. Noise was an issue - tiled floors and noisy guests who shouted in the corridors late at night were a problem, but that happens in all hotels. There was plenty of space for suitcases. A room safe was provided free of charge. Heat / ventilation - air con was excellent. Lighting in the rooms was good. Mini-bar was stocked, and still had space to cool two 500ml bottles of water. Always on socket - the socket beneath the TV remains on when you leave the room and can be used to charge electrical devices. TV - Sky News and BBC World Service were available as were a variety of other 'main' European channels. Breakfast was good. Fresh fruit salad, croissants, cereals, scrambled eggs, bacon, yoghurts, cheese, cold meats, juices - all the usual stuff and something for everyone. Pool was super. Pool towels are provided at the pool. Bar and good food available at the poolside. Plenty of sun loungers which were clean and well maintained. Large parasols provided good shade, but they occasionally blew over in the wind. Gym available, but I didn't use it. No activities for small children, but Sorrento isn't that sort of a resort destination. Swimming pool has a shallow end (1.4m) and a deep end (2m) and there is a paddling pool for toddlers. The pool is busy, but it's big and has plenty of space for everyone. Food was consistently good. Gala dinner on Sunday evening - men must wear trousers. Shuttle bus operates to town each hour on the hour and returns at quarter past each hour, but be careful - it often returns a minute or two early. We were on board a few times when the driver left early, but we also missed it once and had to spend an hour shopping and eating gelati! The shuttle bus drops guests off about one minute from the main shopping street. Car hire - I didn't rent a car during this holiday, but there are several nearby car rental firms. Parking - plenty available at the hotel. Wi-Fi worked well and seamlessly, but signals for mobile phone networks were poor - this might have been my handset, but all four people in my group had problems getting mobile data, so Wi-Fi was important. Environment. The hotel has two Tesla car charging points. Waste bins for paper, plastic and metal are on every floor. Local attractions. There are dozens. We spent ages walking around the narrow streets of Sorrento, looking at tourist shops, eating pizza and pasta, trying to find the best gelateria (they were all good!). We also visited Pompeii and took a day trip to Capri. Pompeii is best visited by train, which leaves you right at the entrance and costs €2.40 each way from Sorrento. Take an early morning train and do the guided tour before it gets really hot. If any of what I wrote above was helpful to you, please give me a helpful vote.

We stayed for 14 nights at La Solara and had a fantastic time. We are a large family of 6 with varying ages and it completely catered for our needs. It is set in a wonderful location and the fact that it is away from the immediate hustle and bustle of Sorrento is a huge plus especially as there is an hourly shuttle bus going back and forth that only takes 8 mins to get to the town. The pool and surrounding area is fantastic - the pool was big, safe and clean and there never seemed a crush for sun beds or space. The view from the pool area was beautiful. Our rooms were spacious and always immaculately clean, as was the whole hotel. The restaurants was spacious and food good. Brilliant views from restaurant and very comfortable lounge area. The staff were very friendly and helpful - however special mention to Nino, Nello and Marcello who were especially attentive and welcoming. It all added to a wonderful holiday and we would go back again.

The holiday didn't get off to a good start as at the first dinner despite confirming that there there were 3 vegetarians in the party we found that the starter had bacon in it. This was upsetting particularly to my daughters who hadn't eaten any meat for many years. Marcello the waiter was apologetic but they have got to up their game in this area as a lot of people won't take it as lightly as we did. The bus to the town was very reliable and the driver very pleasant. Our two favourite members of staff were Nello who was very friendly, funny and welcoming. He is a great asset to the hotel. The other one is the drinks waiter Francesco who was always very friendly and smiley and we all loved him! The lift was too small for a hotel of this size and we were on the top floor so most of the time used the stairs. The swimming pool was a fair size and we were always able to get a sun bed thanks to the staff in that area. The food was generally good and we visited all the sights. Our favourite place was a walk along the busy road to Bagni Regina Giovanna. A lovely but popular spot. We used the deli at the top of the road here to take down to the beach. All in all a good holiday.

We stayed for 11 nights in mid August, half board family of 4. First off the less good bits…little dated, limited evening entertainment (why not use pool terrace bar area more frequently in the evenings), and vary the live music (which was good but samey) and lunch time (pool bar) and evening menus little limited. No direct view to Sorrento, but nice view of the bay of Naples and islands instead. Now the good bits. The hotel grows on you day by day, it is clean, spacious and really peaceful and relaxing. Benefits from being away from the noise and hubbub of Sorrento. It is unpretentious and authentic in its spirit. The staff really are lovely, warm, friendly and engaging. Big shout out to Nello and Nino, Antonio and Guisepe. Pool is v clean, large and couldn't fault. Due to size of hotel (58 rooms) never busy and no pressure on sun beds. The hourly ‘Courtesy bus' till 23:15 hrs in and out of Sorrento (8mins) works like clockwork. All very easy and convenient and reliable. Gala night was a nice touch too. Overall la Solara provide a relaxed, happy base for a fabulous family holiday and would recommend..

The hotel team is incredibly pleasent, resourcfull, helpful and care as much as could possibly get for the guests. Although it is not located at Sorento's center - this is more than compensated for by a very convinient complimmetary shuttle service that goes every hour to/from city center. The rooms are comfortable, well equipped and clean. Breakfast is "ok" but would be acceptible for most guests. The pool is nice and good for children. The ONLY thing i would change is the dinner - which is "ok" but perhaps not as good as what you'd expect of Italian level. Go there - if only for the great staff. They are the best!

Handy shuttle that runs on the hour that takes you to central Sorrento in 5 minutes. Decent pool and plenty of sunbeds and chairs to relax at. Friendly staff and quick check in and check out process. Spacious rooms. Beautiful views from the hotel at sunset. WiFi was great! Didn't ever get slow. Good selection of stations on TV. Had a band playing in the bar on our first night and a evening under the stars on our final night. Decor was a bit dated, needs to become modernised. Dinner service was limited but they do change the menu each night. The double bed was 2 single beds pushed together. Couldn't connect my chromecast as WiFi requires two step authentication. Extremely noisy from the corridor with people returning/leaving their rooms and from the pipes with people showering. While we stayed in Sorrento there was a thunderstorm which unfortunately lead to a massive leak in the bathroom. Staff were prompt when we told them of this. Lacked some entertainment like a quiz/family friendly entertainment

We had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The service and food were excellent throughout the week. The shuttle bus service was very convenient in and out of Sorrento. The pool area was great and perfect relaxation. Many thanks.

It was our 25th Wedding Anniversary in July and we wanted to celebrate it somewhere special and WOW La Solara did not disappoint ! The hotel was beautiful, the pool and the grounds had a great view of the Bay of Naples The food was lovely and all the waiters couldn't do enough for you. We were half board and a couple of times we exchanged our dinner for lunch by the pool The hotel is about 8 mins out of town but it has a free shuttle bus to take you down into Sorrento town. It leaves the hotel drive on the hour every hour between 8am and 11pm and drops you off at the same place it picks you up at,in town, which is quarter past the hour and the last bus back is 11.15pm The bus has ‘La Solara' on a card in the front window, so there's no mistaking which is your hotel bus It was an excellent FREE service, which ran like clock work and we used it every day at some point. We had a fabulous holiday, met some lovely people during our stay and cannot wait to return A big Thank you to La Solara and all the staff

Just got home from 10 days at La Solara; great hotel. 23m pool was a real plus for swimming, the food and cleanliness were excellent and the staff were as friendly as any I've ever encountered. Located a bit too far away from Sorrento town for most people to walk but the free shuttle bus is amazing, contrary to what others may have said! Out of maybe 20 uses it was late perhaps twice and in our experience it always stopped in the designated space - right in the mix of the town. (Did drop some of the cleaning staff home a few evenings, which adds 5 minutes to the 8 minute journey.) All in all, I'd really recommend it for both couples and families, and Sorrento itself is an absolute jewel. Thanks to all the team at La Solara.

If you want the usual hotel with no character that could be anywhere in the world then this is not the hotel for you. This hotel is full of charm and authenticity beautifully positioned with stunning views of Sorrento. The rooms were spotless with beautifully tiled floors. The staff were fabulous, Marcello and Nello were amazing but so were all the waiters and staff; nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was a buffet style with plenty of choice including cereals,yogurts, fruit, toast, eggs, bacon, pastries, fresh juices and coffee. Lunchtime snacks were available next to the pool; these included pizzas, toasted sandwiches, salads and burgers. Dinner was served in the main restaurant in the evening and the menu was available in the morning for you to look at. As we were half board, we could choose to eat at lunchtime or at dinner. The food was delicious and well presented with lots of choce. The blinds were raised so that diners could take in the breathtaking view of sunset over the bay. The pool was perfectly positioned and had a small children's separate pool. Sunbeds were plentiful as were towels. The shuttle bus to Sorrento was always available and on time. We had a wonderful holiday and cannot praise La Solara highly enough.

So the hotel is run by a somewhat decent manager but here are some issues if you want to go down to the waterfront or catch a ferry using there shuttle can be a horrible experience! Unmarked shuttle doesn't wait or look for the hotel guests and they seem to operate on there timeline instead of being cognizant of customer service which after climbing over a hundred or more steps and walking uphill for 15 minutes and waiting for a shuttle that doesn't wait on its customers is a very bad example in the training for customer service!!! So again if you aren't looking to leave the hotel and stay put then I recommend this property BUT if you are going to be a tourist and want to leave this property then by no means would I recommend considering this hotel and look for something by the water or a hotel that has conscientious shuttle service because this hotel has NONE! Very disappointed!

This hotel is lovely from the staff to the rooms and swimming pool. I would live there if I was able. The views are lovely and the ambiance is peaceful. Good to have a shuttle bus into town rather than trying to walk.

Just returned from a wonderful 2 weeks at La Solara, our third visit. Absolutely everything was perfect but special mention must go to the staff who are amazing (everyone from the housekeeping to the the hotel supervisor). The reception staff were great and sorted out a minor medical emergency we had with efficiency and ease (something our NHS had failed to do). Thank you to Antonio for keeping us informed about the hotel throughout the delay to our holiday due to Covid. We are already planned our 2024 holiday at La Solara which I think says everything I need to say.

One of the best hotels, if not the best, we have stayed in. The facilities were superb. The rooms spacious and clean. The swimming pol warm and a very good size. Loads of sunbeds and umbrellas. We went half board and both the breakfast and evening meals were outstanding. The best thing of all was the staff. All were very friendly and provided great service. The hotel is located about 2 km outside of the town centre but the hourly (8am to 11pm) free shuttle service means this is not a problem

Slightly outside of Sorrento town, we needn't have worried... the frequent courtesy bus ran from early in the morning to late at night. The restaurant was superb (table service rather than the usual "buffet". Weather was great. A short trek (step climb back) to the beach is well worth the 800M journey (and cheap beer and food down there as well). Staff were very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended from the whole family.

What a wonderful week we had here and in Sorrento! If you want an escape from the noise and bustle of the town but stay within easy reach ( via the reliable hourly shuttle bus) then it's hard to think of a better place than la Solara. It is very clean, the beds are comfortable and if you are lucky enough to have a sea view you will not be disappointed. The morning views of the island of Ischia were absolutely stunning, I could have sat there for hours. There is also a lovely garden area to sit and relax in. The hotel is brightly decorated, spacious and has stunning views from the ground floor communal rooms. The swimming pool area is beautiful, again more gorgeous views, and has with a very good snack bar. The food was excellent and the Gala dinner very enjoyable. My son has a severe nut allergy and it was such a relief to be so well cared for by Marcello and his team, they really worked hard to ensure he was well provided for and I am beyond grateful for this. Marcello and Nello should be proud of their team:- Francesco, Antonio, Guilliano, Nello, Fabio, Giuseppe and last but not the least a young waiter whose name I did not manage to get. Grazie mille to you all! Also thanks to great reception, bar staff, chefs, bus driver and the cleaners who worked extremely hard. I look forward to the day I can return!

Not generally the type of hotel we would stay in on a family holiday with young children but can not recommend highly enough. The staff are fantastic, food delicious and the shuttle bus into Sorrento is a god send because the taxi back to the hotel cost us 65 euros after a wedding in Sorrento!

Lovely quite, relaxing hotel. It's a bit out of town approx 1.5 miles out if Sorrento which if you don't want town centre hustle is absolutely fine. They offer a daily shuttle but free of charge on the hour every day to Sorrento and last bus back to the hotel is 23:15. Taxis can be expensive as a one way trip in €36-€40 obviously all out of the hotels hands . Fantastic hotel, very well maintained but most importantly staffed with some great people who love their jobs and that shows through. Really did feel like staying with family despite it being our first visit and can see why so many people have returned year after year. It's not a massive hotel which is in its favour and facilities are ample to accommodate guests numbers so no need as people did on the last day to put towels on sun beds at 7:00am there's plenty of availability of sun beds and seating . Restaurant staff particularly accommodating with alternative food choices to accommodate whatever food intolerance or preferences you have. Stayed 10 nights and really sorry to leave - will miss those gorgeous sun sets as we ate our evening meals but most of all will miss the staff as it felt like leaving family behind and can't wait to return

My first time ever leaving the UK and what an amazing week in Italy I had thanks to La Solara. It's hard to know where to start as I can't think of anything I didn't like. Room was comfortable and clean, lounge and dining areas are nicely decorated with stunning sea views. The food was delicious and they were excellent at catering for one of my party with an allergy, thank you to Marcello and the chefs as we never had to feel worried for a second, as soon as we arrived at 1 am on the first night a plate of food was prepared for each of us and Marcello was ready to inform us which one was safe to eat. Pool area and snack bar are great, we loved eating pizzas for lunch. As many others have said, their customer service is wonderful, all the staff were so friendly and accommodating, the waiters are especially good (I am running out of positive adjectives!!) Although everyone was fantastic, I want to give a special mention to Francesco the waiter, not only was he polite and attentive when serving us, he is so kind and always made me feel so welcome with a smile and wave whenever I saw him, I made sure to say thank you and goodbye to him on my last day as he is such a lovely person. Thank you Francesco and indeed to all the staff for making my visit so enjoyable, I would definitely want to return one day

Stayed here for a week.. and what an a amazing time we had. The hotel was spotles and the cleaners work very hard. . Food absolutely delicious and my gluten intolerance was well catered for. The staff are very polite and couldn't do enough for you. The cocktails were amazing. Pool was just perfect . I can't think of a negative comment to make. Will definitely be returning. Well done to all the staff for making our holiday one to remember.

Our 1 week family vacation at the Hotel La Solara was amazing because the service here was amazing. Yes, our room was lovely. Yes, the morning view of the olive trees was gorgeous. Yes, the breakfast was delicious, lunch poolside was delightful, and dinner in their restaurant was wonderful. The pool deck and pool itself felt like a dream (perfect temperature for a hot summer day.) Above all of this, the staff in every corner of this hotel was spot on 5 stars. Front desk, food service, housekeeping. Every single person, every single day, made us feel welcome. No question was ever left unanswered and no request was ever too much. We will definitely return to this hotel, and to Sorrento, because they made our vacation extra special.

We have just come back from this hotel June 2022 & we had a very enjoyable stay overall. I have to thank the man on reception for helping me get my bag back that I stupidly left on the bus. He was very nice, reassuring & kept me updated & I was lucky to get it returned, which was a huge relief. Positives first, immaculately clean throughout, this hotel is spotless, the cleaners work really hard. All staff were very friendly, helpful & welcoming & are tireless workers. The food in the evening was excellent, great choice, we particularly loved the pasta, seafood & ice creams. The cannoli was incredible.. The only food I disliked was the roast meats, I tried 3 & all were overdone . Pizzas from the snack bar by the pool are amazing. Our food at the hotel was better than the restaurants in Sorrento The gala dinner was fantastic.. Breakfast could be improved, boiled eggs in the warmer were always hard boiled & cold, no option for fried or poached & it would have been nice to be able to request an omelette, kippers or other alternatives from the kitchen, but it was buffet style only. The decor is a bit old fashioned, but it kind of suits it, it wouldn't put me off. I really couldn't understand why they shut the pool terrace at 8pm, it would have been so lovely to have drinks overlooking the wonderful views at sunset. The only other outdoor area we're 6 tables at the front of reception, but all the smokers sat there & we don't smoke, it's a small area. I think they would take more money if they opened this up, I spoke to lots of people & they all agreed they'd have loved to been able to drink by the pool terrace at night. We said we would definitely go here again, we'll done everyone.

This is quite simply an outstanding hotel in every way. It is welcoming and charming well decorated and spotlessly clean. The beds and pillows are comfortable and rooms have effective air con and showers. The evening meals are a really lovely experience and the Sunday Gala dinner is a really great experience to be part of. The shuttle bus is absolutely regular and reliable which means you can be part of the bustle of Sorrento but retreat to the tranquility and breathtaking views at La Solara. There is a lot said about how wonderful the staff are but to be honest unless you have been to this hotel I don't think you can really appreciate what that means. Every single team member from the fabulous reception who help with everything, to the wonderful kitchen and waiting staff, to the cleaners who work so hard and the kind and hardworking pool man. They all work as a team to ensure that your holiday is the very best it can be. First trip to Amalfi, will definitely be back and wouldn't stay anywhere else.

Another wonderful seven nights spent at La Solara. We've been here many times and this year was just as good as it always is. It would be unfair to name any one staff member, each and everyone of them are superb in their service but above all their friendliness. We will be back! !

La solar has the most Friendly staff the food is excellent with great views from the dining room and spotlessly clean it is just out of town but had an excellent courtesy bus into Sorrento every hour from 8am to 11pm

This was the 1st time ever in Italy and what a fantastic place the best Western la solera is unbelievable the staff are welcoming the hotel is spotless we had a room on side of hotel but asked to upgrade the manager came back next day and gave us a discount and a sea view room which we would recommend the hotel can't do enough for u it was may 16th and I still got the holiday blues from here we will 100 per cent be back and definitely to this hotel can't thank you enough for a week in paradise

Spent a week at la solara with tui after reading the amazing reviews. Our experience lived up to the billing. Our flight was delayed and we didnt arrive till after midnight. We received a warm welcome and a buffet meal was waiting for us - amazing. All the hotel staff are super friendly and the service is exceptional. Hotel is spotlessly clean. Rooms are well appointed with everything you need - towels ec changed daily. Decor is a bit 1970's but this just adds to the charm. Breakfast is buffet style and there is a wide hot and cold choice. Dinner Table d'hôte menu is changed every day - standard of food is excellent, authentic italian including homemade pasta, fish and vegetarian options. Drinks are reasonable - 4euros for a beer, decent bottle of wine 15 euros, cocktail 7 euros. Lovely big pool witb plenty of sun loungers and poolside snack bar. Free courtesy bus runs hrly throughout the day into sorrento. Overall an amazing hotel, great value and service. Will definitely be back

My friend and I had an amazing (2 years postponed!) birthday stay at the Solara. Firstly, a special mention for the wonderful staff, especially lovely Nelly, Tina, Marcello and Massimo who looked after us so well. In my day job I deliver customer service training courses and have to say all the staff in the Solara are an excellent example of how to create a warm, happy, calming and relaxed holiday atmosphere. Also they took really good care to accommodate my gluten and lactose allergies, and even presented me with a delicious ( allergy free) birthday cake! The hotel was spotlessly clean and had a lovely traditional feeling, very calming. The pool area was beautiful and very relaxing. And the shuttle was really regular and handy - just a 10 mins drive down into Sorrento. There's also a circular bus you can pick up near the drop off to take you down to Marina Grande. Also recommend the Tui little gems tour to Positano, Amalfi and Ravello- the guide, Fabiana, is excellent - very knowledgeable, friendly and fun! I'd love to return and stay in one of the higher sea facing rooms and have already recommended the Solara to lots of friends!

Had a week here recently and even though the hotel is old fashioned in lots of ways this just adds to its charm, I have never stayed in a hotel this clean anywhere in the world and the staff try to help with anything if at all possiable, thank you.

This is a Lovely hotel, all the staff were so helpful and friendly, our room was always spotlessly clean and we were so grateful to have a sea view. It was also made very special by us receiving a surprise of Prosecco & fruit in our room for our 25th wedding anniversary, a very nice touch which we were very grateful for. The food was excellent…more than we could eat. The hotel puts on a bus which takes about 10 mins into the centre of Sorrento every hour of every day which runs from 8am to 11pm and is always on time. Sorrento itself is a really beautiful place, would definitely recommend. We were very sad to leave and definitely hope to return one day, one week was not enough !

Stayed for a week with a family of 5 adults in May. There are many fabulous things about the hotel - the staff were fantastic - very welcoming and efficient throughout our stay. Nothing was too much trouble for Tina, Antonio and Nollo in particular. The hotel is in a quiet location, and a little way from Sorrento but the shuttle bus, which is frequent, on time and not crowded making getting into Sorrento very easy. The rooms were spacious, comfortable and spotless throughout the hotel. The pool area was very well maintained - plenty of pool towels and more than enough sun loungers and chairs. The hotel would undoubtedly have got a 5 star rating from me but for the quality of food. Some evening meals were very good, but other nights the food was aveage at best, and certainly inferior to other 4* Best Western hotels we've stayed at in Italy. Breakfasts were adequate, but unimaginitive. The drinks in the restaurant and bar were very reasonably priced with plenty of choice. Overall a very good holiday and I'd be happy to visit again. Thanks once again to all the staff who were all 5*+

Stayed here for 4 nights early May - did not want to leave. The hotel has such a lovely calm ambience with wonderful staff who do everything they can to look after you and ensure you enjoy your stay. Location is perfect as it is just outside the hustle and bustle of Sorrento with wonderful views of the sea and Capri. We had a third floor room with side sea view, the room was spacious with a large wardrobe with shelves and plenty of coat hangers plus a dressing table with three large deep drawers so plenty of storage. Free fridge and safe was very useful - fridge is stocked as mini bar with selection of drinks and snacks at reasonable prices. Bathroom large with shower and lovely deep bath. Room was cleaned every day by hardworking staff with a chocolate left by your bed. Thoroughly enjoyed the food (we were half board), good choice for breakfast cold and cooked options with plenty of fresh fruit - sets you up for the day. Dinner was a feast (you are allocated a table when you arrive for the duration of your stay), buffet style salad bar plus waiter served 3 courses with plenty of choice (meat, fish, veggie options), we also swapped our evening meal for lunch in the pool bar one day so we could dine out in Sorrento itself one night, appreciated this flexibility (just had to let reception know the day before). After dinner we'd sit in the nice relaxing bar area - there was entertainment 2 of the nights we were there, 2 guys with keyboard singing - very pleasant (wasn't expecting that), there's also a large wall mounted TV that shows the main football games (on mute) if you're into that :) Large impressive swimming pool with plenty of sun loungers - good pool bar serving tasty food and cold beer at 5 euros a pint. Walked to little cove below the hotel -turn right out of hotel, walk a few yards along the road then take left hand turn. It's a steep walk but worth it as the cove is small and unspoiled with a just a few bars/restaurants so very low key. We went after breakfast one morning and there was hardly anyone there. Sorrento itself is easily reached using the hourly complimentary shuttle bus - a real bonus, takes less than 10 mins and runs from early morning through to 11pm. There's lots to do in this area so 4 days was not long enough, will definitely come back at some point and when we do the Solara is definitely where we'll stay. It is a real gem - I'd like to thank everyone there for doing such a great job!

I have done many reviews on this wonderful hotel after many years of beautiful and restful holidays. So all I can say is it is as always on top of its game.... everyone and everything in this hotel works to make your stay as good as it can be. They achieve that everytime. The Best..... and my family

Just spent one week at this hotel, perched on the hillside above Sorrento. The staff were courteous and welcoming, always pleasant and helpful. Special thank you to Tina. The hotel was always spotless, thanks to a small army of hardworking cleaners, thank you ladies. Our room was spacious, balcony overlooking the pool. Fridge and safe included. We were half board, the restaurant is lovely, huge windows overlooking the bay, marvellous for sunset dinners. I enjoyed the food very much, great choice every night, authentic Italian food. Served by a team of professional waiters, thank you particularly to Nello and Carmine. On Sundays they have a special gala evening dinner, with extra courses and a piano player, it was very good, don't miss it. The pool area is large , plenty of beds and parasols, also peaceful, no loud music, pool bar open all day until 7 pm. There is a beach about a mile below the hotel, it is a very stiff walk back up the hill. But the small Bay Area is very nice, some sand rather than rocks or pebbles. A few bars/ restaurants. Sun-beds for hire. The hotel has a free hourly shuttle bus to the heart of Sorrento, takes only 7-10 minutes to transfer. Always punctual. Don't attempt to walk to Sorrento, the roads are narrow with no pavements, and very busy. The staff will organise trips for you or taxis if you need them. We had a lovely time, due to the exceptional hardworking staff. A pleasure to stay here.

Just arrived back from a fabulous holiday at La Solara. We have stayed at this hotel on two previous occasions and it was great to see both the hotel and Sorrento thriving after all the chos caused by covid in the last couple of years. The hotel has maintained its exceptional standards of cleanliness and customer service. We had a sea facing room with a large balcony - what a view ! The hourly shuttle bus into Sorrento is so reliable, hence the location of just being outside the town is not an issue. Some other reviews have mentioned the food, but we found breakfast and dinner options to be really good and the quality was of a good standard. As already mentioned, the customer service from all staff was superb, but particular mention to the excellent Tina and Massimo in Reception as well as Marcello and his team in the restaurant. We will definitely be returning to La Solara in the future

1st visit to Sorrento for our honeymoon and this hotel is wonderful. What makes it so special… the staff from reception to bar to waiter and pool. In particular Nello what a guy. We arrived 11pm delayed and Nello took from reception for a wonderful cold dinner, beer and wine. Nello is a diamond and goes that extra bit from my wife being gluten free looking after her at breakfast to her being unwell one night and arranging gluten free pasta and ice cream to the room for her. You can't buy service like this guy provides thank you from us you are a gentleman. Also Nino the barman fantastic service. Will definitely be back when we next visit Sorrento as has everything from lovely food, cracking pool, views and a courtesy bus every hour. Fantastic place and your staff are a credit to the hotel!

We are arrived on 6th May and still here. What can we possibly say about this place ? Well attention to detail is next to none. After a delayed transfer we arrived around midnight and were promptly met by staff holding umbrellas over us as it was pouring with rain. We were then ushered to the dining room where they had put on delicious food and drinks for us which we weren't expecting. Every single member of staff goes that extra mile with nothing too much trouble. I was a bit dubious cause I am vegetarian but right from the point of telling them they remembered and also offered a variety of tasty foods for me. My husband and I are well travelled and stayed in some lovely places and for this hotel they have excelled as a four star hotel. Also place is spotless. Well done La Solera and thank you we will be back x

I am currently staying here on holiday with my husband. The staff are friendly and the hotel is very clean with a lovely pool and garden area. The evening meals though have been very disappointing, the food we have been served has been lukewarm and not very tasty at all. We have been to Italy several times and have looked forward to our meals but we, all with several other guests have decided to not to eat in the hotel. It's a shame because all other aspects of the hotel are good.

Our first visit post-pandemic was really worth waiting for, with the best of what we remembered and some improvements. Covid 19 measures were meticulously but unobtrusively applied and in no way mitigated our enjoyment. The welcome was glorious and the attentiveness of staff second to none.

Amazing family holiday - couldn't recommend enough. Salvatore and Tina were great reception staff. Food, location and cleanliness 100%- one of our favourite family holidays - my children 5 and 9. The shuttle bus every hour and the heated pool is fantastic in the mountains

Writing this review on our last day of our holiday and honestly couldn't have asked for a better place to stay on our first holiday abroad since covid hit. My wife and our 2 kids (4 and 8) came away with my parents (who stayed at La Solara 20yrs ago and loved it then) along with my in-laws and all of us had such a lovely relaxing time. Staff are fantastic and very friendly and were excellent with the kids(especially the waiters in the restaurant). We were half board and even my father in-law, who by his own admission is some what of a plain eater, thoroughly enjoyed every meal (we may all be a few pounds heavier on the return) my father in-law is now a full convert to Italian cuisine as a result. The views from the hotel are stunning and although slightly outside of the main town the free shuttle bus runs regularly and only takes 10min max so not an issue at all. Highly recommend.

Our 4th visit now to the warm embrace of the La Solara family. Delayed visit due to COVID yet 3y down the line it just gets better each time with slight tweaks of improvement here and there. Overall a simply unbeatable package of people, place and hotel that is unparalleled yet still plenty to go back again!

We recently returned from 11 days at the beautiful La Solara. My husband and I stayed with our children aged 11,9 and 7 years. We were greeted with a much appreciated welcome drink before being taken to our two adjoining, pool facing rooms. The rooms were very clean, spacious with plenty of storage space and coat hangers. Tea and coffee making facilities were in each room. The balconies had a table, two chairs and two deck chairs. The rooms were cleaned each day and, occasionally, chocolates were left for us in the evening (much to the delight of the kids!). We stayed half board and our stay was made so special by the dining room staff. Nello was so friendly and accommodating throughout. He was there every single morning and evening of our holiday, working extremely hard and still always had time to chat to us and the children. Our table's other main waiter was the wonderful Franceso who was really lovely to us, always smiling and chatty. We were lucky to have him looking after us. The drinks waiter, Carmine, was so polite to us all and wanted to talk about where we came from and said he wanted to improve his English. He and Franceso worked really hard to make us feel welcome. You sit at the same, allocated table each evening which is really convenient and stress free. You can sit where you like for breakfast. The food was excellent and varied. I'm vegetarian and I've never had such good choice! I definitely ate too much! There was a salad/antipasti bar to help yourself to. There were a number of starters each evening with a chef's recommended choice and a regional choice. Pasta, gnocchi, risotto, pizza, soup, arancini...the children couldn't believe how good the starters were! In terms of mains, there was always a fish, meat, vegetarian and omelette option. Nello said that, if the children didn't fancy anything off the menu, they would make something else for them. That was never needed...the kids were spoilt for choice! For dessert, there was usually a cake/tiramisu, icecream, mousse, semifreddo, fruit salad etc. There is a lovely Gala Evening on Sundays. We thought breakfast was really good too! Lots of cakes and pastries, homemade bread, cheese, meats, fruit etc. There was usually bacon with scrambled eggs, tomatoes/mushrooms etc. The coffee machines were good and there was a relaxed feel in the morning. Our children loved the heated pool at the end of our day trips. Unfortunately, due to the time of year, it closed at 6pm. Pool towels are provided free of charge. The shuttle bus to and from Sorrento is extremely convenient and prompt. The driver is lovely and very skilled at reversing up and down the drive! The drop off in Sorrento is very central and easy to find. We didn't attempt walking due to the road having large sections without pavements. We did, however, walk to the very pretty and peaceful Marina di Pualo a couple of times. It's about a 15 minute walk. There is a little beach, rocks for the children to climb, a couple of places to eat. One day, we were the only people there! I'd definitely recommend it! Sorrento is an amazing place and an ideal base to visit Naples, the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Pompeii, Herculaneum etc. We did all of our day trips independently using the trains, ferries, hydrofoil etc. We found everything pretty easy and stress free. Thank you so much to everyone at La Solara for making our first trip abroad after the Covid lockdown so memorable. We definitely wish we were still there!

We had a great week at this hotel. The staff are lovely, very friendly and helpful especially restaurant staff (Nello is a champion!). Very clean and the food at dinner was very good. Breakfast adequate although a bit limited in choices. Pool was heated and pleasant. Hourly bus service to Sorrento was great, always punctual. Sorrento itself is a fantastic little place, beautiful restaurants and great atmosphere. Would recommend.

Really liked the hotel. Great staff, great views and a very clean and pleasant environment. If I was asked to score, I'd say: Staff 10/10 (hotel and TUI staff were excellent. Maids did excellent job too) Facilities 10/10 (lovely pool, bar, entertainment) Location 7/10 (shuttle bus is a life saver. Very punctual) Food 5/10 (this might be us being a fussy family?) Room 10/10 (clean & quiet) TUI Excursions 8/10 (you can get better deals if you have the time. But to have the transport, guides, tickets etc sorted for you, saves a load of stress) Sorrento 10/10 (beautiful, friendly, bustling market, seaside town) April weather was ok. Not to hot. Which meant not overly busy. Either in the hotel or in general around sorrento.

Beautiful hotel with fantastic and attentive staff. We are currently here, enjoying great food, large comfortable rooms with amazing sea views. Great pool area which is spotless, the whole hotel is, the staff are excellent and very helpful. We would not hesitate to return.

La Solara was superb. The hotel is spotless and the rooms spacious and typically Italian. Tea, coffee and minibar facilities in the rooms. Great balcony with a sea view, even from round the side of the building. It is about 30mins walk into Sorrento, but the free shuttle bus went on the hour every hour from 7am until 11pm and we used it all the time, apart from once when we wanted to walk to get some scenic photos of Vesuvius along the way. We enjoyed the pool and table tennis in the garden filled with lemon trees - beautiful! We also enjoyed the bar with sea view. We always finished off the day with a drink here, where we played cards with the children. They have a lovely Italian band playing in there 3 times a week. The food was delicious. It didn't always appeal to our fussy children, but you only have to ask and the wonderful Nello will get them a pizza instead…On that note, the staff were amazing - every single one of them!!! I wholeheartedly recommend this place! Excursion wise, it was easy to do things on your own. The circumvesuviana train is cheap and it's easy to get to Pompeii and Herculaneum from Sorrento. We also went up Mount Vesuvius by travelling to Herculaneum and getting a bus from just outside the station. There is a tourist office just next to the station which organises various trips, including to Capri and Amalfi and Positano etc. We didn't have time for those this time round, but will definitely be doing them next time… Covid - at the time of our holiday, Italy had just got rid of the green pass for outside spaces. We still had to have one for indoor restaurants and use of public transport but were never asked to show it. We did have to wear FFP2 masks though and they were enforced in most places. This did not affect our enjoyment of the holiday at all.

La Solara offers fantastic value: large, comfortable rooms and bathrooms, a huge swimming pool which the children loved, a regular bus service into town, huge meals, and above all the most helpful and friendly service you could hope for. All with a wonderful view over the Bay of Naples.

The hotel and rooms are lovely and everything is spotless. The location is just out of town which was a plus for us as we were looking for something more relaxed, set in nature and there is an hourly shuttle bus if you don't want to drive. But what really sets this hotel apart is the staff. I genuinely have never felt so welcomed at a hotel. The front staff are so polite and attentive, funny and smart. The restaurant staff make every meal exemplary and the housekeeping staff are always with a smile. Every time I walked anywhere in the hotel I could not help but feel good. I shall sincerely miss the lovely people l have met and hope to meet them again soon on a future stay.

We recently returned to Sorrento after the 2 year Covid restrictions, and were very happy to find that Hotel La Solara is just a special as it ever was. We arrived late on Friday evening and on arrival at Naples were met by the taxi ( which had been arranged by the hotel) and taken swiftly to Sorrento where the wonderful Tina was waiting to greet us. Check in was very quick and we were soon enjoying a delicious cold platter which had been set up for us by Nello and the restaurant staff. This hotel is excellent at customer service and although everywhere in Italy is mindful of Covid protocol (far stricter than in the UK) the staff at this hotel are as professional, helpful and courteous as before Covid. Nothing is too much trouble, Tina, Massimo and the front desk staff go out of their way to help in any way they can and are very approachable, polite and helpful. The hotel was quieter than in previous visits and the clientele was mostly Italian, however there were some English/ UK visitors and the restaurant and bar staff are fluent in discussing the delicious menu's in many languages with a smile and a joke which is very much appreciated. After an uncertain future, it was so lovely to be able to return to this haven of tranquility, where you are truly made to feel welcome and at home. Thank you all the staff for making our visit so special, we cannot wait to return and see you all again. Grazie mille e arrivederci!

My husband and I are indebted go the hotel staff here. Sorrento was our first stop in a 12 day Italy trip. Both our checked bags were lost. All we had with us was my purse and the clothes we were wearing. Getting our bags back was a nightmare. The airline lied about when our baggage would come. The airport said it was on its way, for multiple days but it wasn't. This hotel staff went way above and beyond for us. They made SO many phone calls on our behalf, I cannot even count. The airport, couriers (the airport gave them SO many, non working numbers), private care transportation. So many. THEY FOUND our luggage on day 4. NOT the airport. And our bags were STILL AT THE AIRPORT. This hotel staff literally found a company they know and trust to go to the airport, pick up our bags, and bring them to us at our hotel. They also worked to reschedule the private car transfer we had to cancel (in order to get our bags) to take us to the train station so we could get to Rome once we had our bags. We cannot sing their praises enough! They were kind, compassionate, and dedicated to helping us. It's very hard to negotiate when you don't know the language, and they etoof in our place and fought for us. They were even gracious enough to allow us to stay in our room until our transport to Naples train station. They are beyond wonderful! As far as the hotel, it's beautiful. The view is beautiful, the pool area is heaven. The food is good if you stay there for it (we had breakfast and lunch, no dinner). The bar by the pool is great. For us American's, we couldn't figure out our air conditioner so we woke up really hot the first night. But we learned your hotel key card activates the power and the a/c. We were hot so we tried to put a low number on the a/c panel but we think it had to do with the length of time you want the power and a/c to run. The first night we had a "5" and it shut off in the night. The rest of the nights we set it to a higher number and had no problems. Everything is clean as well. It takes 40 mins to walk down to Sorrento if you have to be there for a tour before 8. Otherwise, the shuttle that goes back and forth every hour makes travel back and forth super easy. I'd stay again and recommend anyone to stay here!

We stayed in this hotel for 2 nights and on the first morning we heard noises such as openning and closing doors, things hitting the floor and walls, and such. I thought they were building the room next door again! We did not complain. On the next morning the same thing. My wife went directly to the next room and complained to who she found out was the cleaning lady! Who told her simply that it was past 9 am!!! So if you come to Sorrento and want to experience nightlife or rest in the morning in your hotel room this is not an option. Other than that everyone was helpful and nice.

I booked this hotel for a family vacation after reading the positive reviews on Trip Advisor, and I'm so glad I did! I was a bit hesitant since Best Westerns in the States are pretty basic, but this one exceeded my expectations. The staff were all WONDERFUL - super helpful and friendly. The food was delicious and my family and I enjoyed dinner in the dining room every night, complete with a beautiful view of the Bay of Naples, excellent wine suggestions, and superb care from our favorite waiter, Mr. Nello. Mr. Nello was so nice that we went out of our way to say goodbye to him on our last day. He was extremely kind and was so sweet with our kids. We went last summer and my kids still talk about him! Our room was clean and had a wonderful view on the balcony. The hotel is not in the center of town but there is a shuttle that takes guests to and from the center regularly - it takes about 10 minutes and was very reliable. The pool was lovely and had a nice dining area next to it, and also had gorgeous views. I hope to return to Sorrento someday and would definitely stay here again. Thank you to all the hotel staff for a wonderful stay.

We had a unique pleasure to be a guests @ La Solara Hotel in Sorrento. We had chosen a half board accommodation for 10 days in March-April 2019 thinking we want to explore beauty of the region so we will not be around for the lunches anyway. Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano Ravello Napoli Capri, Pompeii and Herculaneum – so much to see in 10 days. vTo do that you have to have very good base and well we found the GEM. La Solara great hotel but what makes this experience fabulous is the Employees. Everyone and we mean everyone in this Hotel goes extra 10 miles to make your time spectacular. From the cleaning lady to Sorrento to head waiter and management smiling and very professional and proud with what they do. Extremely clean, Food to die for every evening (great chefs which you can see and applaud them on Gala dinner) attentive and polite waiters - always smiling great driver of the shuffle to Sorrento. We are missing them all in this difficult time for Italy and we want to go back ASAP with hope everyone and their Families are well and healthy Tip for the excursion ask Tui desk for Sacha daily trip around the Amalfi Coast - a bit pricey but worth so much more.

Overlooking the sea, by the italian woods. An amazing location. The rooms are really fresh. A very large and well equiped hotel with really polite stuff. We even tried the pool but it was a bit cold for us. Transportation there was very easy..

I booked Best Western as its a brand I trust and they never let me down. Its a larger hotel than most in the area but I am giving it 5 stars because they deserve it when we take value and price into account. The shuttle bus was most most useful, stayed half board and enjoyed t.

Stayed here for 1 week in October, a lovely hotel with the lovely staff that make this hotel, set on a cliff top but there is a free shuttle bus to take you into the town, the food is lovely and the help yourself starters is plentiful with loads of choice. The rooms are nice and comfortable although we had a back room with no sun, the manager did offer to move us to a sunny room but when it became available, that was on day 3 and we had got settled then so it wasn't worth it. There is entertainment 3 times a week. The pool area is very nice but the swimming pool was quite cold, was okay when you kept on the move.

Just returned from the Solara after a 4 night break booked through Tui. We literally left on the last day of the season with the hotel staff due to close up later in the day. We were lucky to get good weather in the early 20s all week so managed to sit around the pool for a few hours for some of the days. It's worth noting the sun goes down over a large hill next to the hotel by around 3pm latest. The pool is a good size and supposed to be heated out of season but the water was freezing ! The hotel itself was very nice and clean and the room was a good size with good facilities e.g. mini bar, large TV, free safe, huge bed, etc. Room was cleaned every day and at night a chocolate was left on your bedside. A nice touch. The hotel is about 10 minutes from town so has a free shuttle bus that runs hourly which was a godsend. I suspect in high season it probably gets busy as it only had around 25 seats. The staff were very helpful and friendly. We had bed and breakfast with the usual buffet breakfast mix of hot and cold food. At night there was a good menu selection with table service but we found the food to be good but not maybe as good as pitched by Tui which rates the hotel as 5 star platinum and heavily promotes the food as almost gourmet level. We ate in the hotel for 2 nights and ate out for 2 nights. We would have actually prefered bed and breakfast but it wasnt available. You should also note you cant pay in cash for anything in the hotel it has to be put on your room on account. We paid the bar bills off the following morning so to not get hit with a big bill at the end of the week. Also note in Italy there is a tourist tax of 3 euros per night at this hotel and all other hotels which needs to be paid in cash when you leave. It is a great hotel and officially a 4 star so without having a spa and other facilities we thought Tui were stretching it a bit saying it's a platinum 5 star. There was only entertainment 2 times during the week (piano player / singer) so again not what i would call 5 star. Maybe there are other acts during high season but i suspect there isnt. Sorrento is a nice town and we also visited Pompeii for a day trip. All in all a good short break in a nice hotel but maybe not quite the 5 star hotel that Tui are promoting but that's more of a gripe with Tui rather than the Solara.

Amazing hotel. Absolutely spotless and staff are so friendly. We stayed here for 4 nights and when we arrived we got a glass of champagnes, fresh orange juice for the kids and some crisps. They even took our bag up to the room, great service. We had a sea view which was lovely, nice views as it's in the country side, just outside of sorrento. The food is delicious, evening meals are so nice, 3 course. Selection on the menu is amazing. Menu was different every night. Also a selection of salad and bread to help your self on the side. Restaurant staff were amazing. There is a free shuttle bus to Sorrento which is about 10 minutes long which runs every hour, starting at 8am. Rooms are always spotless, cleaners do an amazing job. There is shampoo, conditioner and body lotion in the bathroom. We did a Tui guided tour of Soreento with the Tui guide. The WIFI is very good, high speed all throughout the hotel. Mini Bar fridge too, good bonus! The pool was cold but we only went in it once. Recommend the a Pompei trip, so interesting! We will be returning next year. Thank you Hotel La Solara. We had a fantastic stay!

If you want great, attentive service this hotel is perfect, the staff were outstanding all throughout our stay and made everything for us so easy. The free shuttle bus into town being on the hour every hour from 8:00am-11:00pm is fantastic. Location is stunning if you want to be a little bit away from the hustle and bustle of the city and want nice views. The meals in the hotel were good, not outstanding but good, my British pallette couldn't handle some of the dishes, but that's a subjective opinion. Breakfast selection was a little weak, especially on hot breakfasts, but the cold choice was excellent. Going half board we had the flexibility to swap the evening meal for a lunch which is really nice as it opens your options up and provides you with more freedom to explore the town by night which is a must. Hotel rooms were great; powerful shower, beds and pillows are great (if you like memory foam) and the rooms were spotlessly clean. Entertainment is weak during the weekdays if you're younger than 60, but we didn't stay over the weekend so cannot comment on the gala evening. We can tell that this hotel has a lot of repeat custom due to the ratings on TripAdvisor, as a result I do feel the TripAdvisor rating slightly inflates the true experience of the hotel, but for an older clientele this hotel is perfect, for younger couples it's a great base to explore Naples, but couldn't spend our entire time at the hotel. Overall though our experience was very pleasant and thoroughly enjoyed our stay, but for a more premium hotel environment there is better places you can stay, saying that if attentiveness and service is what you value most, this hotel is outstanding.

We found this hotel by accident but are so glad we did!! The staff are superb, nothing is too much trouble. As someone who is allergic to both cheese and tomatoes I've always been nervous to go to Italy but nowhere in the world has been so attentive to my food. Every meal they told me what on the menu they could do without cheese or tomato and offered alternatives if there was nothing I liked and everything was fabulous. All the waiters, bar staff, reception staff, maids greeted you with a big smile. We had a fantastic view of the sea from our balcony and used the regular shuttle to visit the town. I would recommend this hotel to anyone . Thank you to everyone who looked after us do well

This is a very nice hotel. Has lovely views, pool, restaurant, bar, some evening entertainment. Rooms are comfortable and have all that you need. Shuttle bus to Sorrento is frequent and free. The best thing about this hotel is the staff. Everyone from the cleaners to the manager are friendly and helpful. Excellent!

The hotel is run with an attention to detail that is delightful. 1st example: During a storm several of the ties on the sunsail over our terrace got ripped off. I reported it to reception to prevent possible further damage even though it made no difference to us - it was fixed in under 24 hours. 2nd example: We had to check out very early for our return flight. Not only did a member of staff approach us about it, they opened the restaurant early for breakfast AND had bags with sandwiches, fruit and drinks prepared for us to take away. The only negative point is that the road leading from the hotel to Sorrento town has no footpath and is too dangerous to walk. This means you are dependent on the free shuttle service.

Stayed last week, had a lovely room with sea view and balcony, very clean and well presented. The hotel location is a short bus ride to sorrento, and it isn't really safe to walk anywhere else from the hotel due to the busy road with no footpath which can make it feel a bit restricting. The public areas of the hotel are all clean, but feel a bit dated, the layout feels more like a nursing home, and some of the furnishing doesn't really help, such as the old upright piano and grandfather's clock. There's a small bar which serves bottled beers and spirits/cocktail only, again, odd for a hotel bar not to be able to get a glass of wine. Food in the dining area was mediocre at best, and the menu didn't really do it for us, however, the service was good in the restaurant, staff were friendly and attentive, but the food was bland. The breakfast was better, buffet style with a varied choice, coffee wasn't too good tho, which is shameful for an Italian hotel. The pool area is very nice and we felt this was a great part of the hotel, plenty of seating and loungers, and you can order drinks and food too. There was evening entertainment on 2 nights, a keyboard duo, felt a bit like being in a working men's club, not great but not completely awful, but they seemed to take half of the night setting up, they played a song then went out for a cigarette. Slow, and they didn't seem to care too much. We had a nice stay here, but feel that the atmosphere (or lack of) and the food in the restaurant let it down somewhat.

Lovely hotel close to Sorrento with a courtesy shuttle bus service every hour. Great staff, lovely big pool, immaculately clean. Lovely room with a large terrace overlooking the Bay of Naples. Good value bar service. A really well run hotel. We found it perfect for our one week break in Sorrento.

Although having stayed in La Solara many times before, when we come back we need pinch ourselves to remind us how perfect it is. Great staff, feeling, food & facilities are always there & nothing is too much for the ever attentive & wonderful people who look after us. Looking over the Bay of Naples has never been better & the shuttle bus is a boon. One of the highlights as always the Gala Dinner, which you shouldn't miss.

Just returned from a family half term break which was a last minute booking. The hotel is spotless, cleaners always on hand and a very good daily room service. The pool area, is well maintained and lots of loungers, chairs, and shades available. Nice bar area poolside too. Staff are very pleasant and helpful and service is good. Breakfast is between 7 & 10 - though be aware the buffet is cleared away promptly at 10 so don't leave it to the last minute! Regular bus shuttle to the town is a great service. Ate at the restaurant a couple of times and food was good (though would have preferred it a bit warmer but thats a personal preference). Well recommended and would probably stay here again if we were to return

We have just returned from La Solara and we would agree with many other contributors- The hotel is spotless The service is excellent The staff are helpful and friendly Food ranges from good to excellent Pretty good choices for Coeliacs Drink prices are reasonable Bus service to town is great For us the only real downsides were the entertainment, which not particulary great and only 3 nights per week

We stayed here for our 25th wedding anniversary and read trip advisor before we came with all the excellent reviews - 5 out of 5. This hotel is beautiful & has the most traditional values & service that sadly seems to be missing from other hotels nowadays. The staff know how to make you feel special. Could write pages and pages here on how first class this place is but thought the following would be easier: - Staff are amazing - Hotel is spotless it's so clean - Just far enough out of town so you escape the hustle and noise. The free hourly minibus service into town is brilliant. - Food is excellent - Rooms are traditional but very very clean - Beds are hard but we like that - My wife is gluten free and from advising one members of staff in the restaurant they all seemed to know. Even at the snack bar near the pool the staff remembers she was gluten free. Absolutely first class. This is probably one of the best hotels we have stayed at...... mainly because of the staff. Here is one example; we were going to Capri on the boat and asked reception if they had a map of the island. After a few minutes and looking through the book shelf of books none could be found. Not to worry we said and went to get the free minibus to town. Just before getting on the minibus the member of staff came running down the hill with a book showing us a section on Capri that we could borrow for the day. Absolutely excellent thank you. There are not many places you can say we will be back. With this gem we will definitely be back.

This is fabulous, cosy and caring hotel with staff who will do everything they can to make your stay perfect. There are a couple of issues though for anyone with mobility issues. We were very surprised that when we arrived our TUI coach dropped us at the bottom of a very steep drive up to the hotel (coach could not get up) and we were told to press a button for the hotel reception to arrange the collection of our cases. The cases were loaded onto a mobile cart but we had to walk up. Once in the hotel we were very pleased with the care, attention and the quality of our room. Subsequently, we found that all excursions and the return coach for the airport all had to be met at the bottom of the steep hill. One of our party has COPD and struggled with the walks. I am not sure why the hotel can't have something like a golf cart to transfer people with mobility issues, especially as this hotel has so many older customers. Access to the dining room and the pool both involve about 10 steps and we saw someone having real issues as they are a wheelchair user. While we were okay, we feel the hotel, and TUI, should mention the mobility challenges with this hotel. This was also an issue with one of the excursions that involved a lot of steps and hills which caused some distress to a few customers. Overall, this is a beautiful hotel, with a fabulous free coach traveling into town hourly. We would definitely return if coming to this area but would be prepared for the climbs.

I feel that I should not share my feelings regarding this Italian gem as I would like to keep it to myself. However why should I? This hotel and the staff make a holiday a fantastic reality. The location (some 10 minutes from the centre of Sorrento by way of the free courtesy bus) is superb. It gives you the best of both worlds. The superb service of the staff, the superb cuisine and the complete facilities and a short ride to the centre of town (should you need it). I and my wife have enjoyed all this for the past five years. What a GEM!!

We stayed at La Solara for 14 nights at the beginning of September, with our 10 month old baby. We chose La Solara based on the outstanding trip advisor reviews and I have to say, it lived up to the hype! We were anxious on arrival at the hotel as we were baby in tow and the hotel seemed rather quiet; most of the guests were older than ourselves and we were conscious that our sociable baby may be a little too chatty! However that anxiety soon passed as we were made to feel extremely welcome by all staff and other guests. Our daughter by the end of the holiday felt like a celebrity! We must give a huge thanks for this to Nello, who every morning would greet us with a grin and a ‘Ciao Bella!' and was able to organise food for our daughter in the early evening as the restaurant served food slightly too late for her. That brings me to the food; it was delicious. We stopped half board, there was a good variety at breakfast and evening meal was a 3 course meal for which there was a very good choice. The chef's recommendation and regional dishes were always particularly tasty. Allergies are well catered for and staff are well informed about this as our daughter has an egg allergy and the chef was able to accommodate this without issue. Marcello ran the restaurant like clockwork and his wine recommendations were fantastic! The hotel itself is spotless! The housekeeping team here do a fantastic job and work really hard. In general we cannot thank the staff at La Solara enough for making our holiday so memorable and enjoyable. Thank you Nello, Marcello, Massimo, Angelo, Guillermo, Nino, Antonio, Antonio, Bruno, Carmen (and the rest of the housekeeping team, apologies as I cannot remember everyone's names!) we had a truly fantastic time at La Solara and hope to return again soon!

We found this hotel by reading reviews and it has'nt disappointed. It's not walking distance to town as it's in the hills with fantastic views. But don't let this discourage you. They offer a free shuttle that runs every hour until late at night to bring you back and forth. No need for a car at all. The restaurant is excellent too. The staff is very friendly. We highly recommend staying here. Try to get a superior sea view room with a terrace. Bellissimo.

The hotel really is as reviewed ie. Good service, good pool, reliable shuttle bus etc. One of the things we liked was the easy walk down to the restaurants at Puolo beach for lunch time. Another thing worth commenting on was that the drinks seemed very fair prices, and the mini bar was priced no more than the main bar. There was a range of bottles of wine between 13 and 16 euros, and 20 euros would get you a very nice wine. We would dfinitely stay again.

Just returned from a week's stay at la solara. As others have commented and we would endorse the hotel is spotless and the staff could not be more helpful. The decor could definitely do with an update to bring it into the 21st century but that is not the fault of the hotel which is immaculately maintained by the hard working team.The pool is a delight with no early rush to secure a sunbed on the terrace during the day and with wonderful evening sunset views over the bay. Free courtesy bus is always prompt on the hour from the hotel and return 1/4 past the hour from collection point and made trips into town easy, just as well as taxi from centre of town cost €25! A good base for exploring, Pompeii or the Amalfi coast via the ferries, trains, or sightseeing buses which can be easily accessed from the city centre. Somewhat limited by its location high in the hills for a leisurely stroll. Nearest harbour which you can see from the hotel is a steep hike away, not for the mobility challlenged. Didn't try the gala night but those who did expressed a very positive experience. They know their core customer base well, primarily older repeat visit couples who enjoy the individual recognition by an established staff team. Personally for me the food was mediocre, although others loved it, nothing inedible except a carbonara for lunch one day which looked more like scrambled eggs but for me the food quality was more 3 star than 4. We ended up swapping 3 evening meals for the lunch option and eating in town as a result. No evening entertainment except a 70s style keyboard and singer three nights during the week and generally the bar was empty the evenings albeit very well serviced by the excellent Angelo. However, overall a very good value for money hotel and would thoroughly recommend if you appreciate a quiet hotel and somewhat older hospitality style as a base for your own exploration. Final tip.. avoid the Tui excursions.. cheaper options to be found in town easily.

My wife and I stayed here for a weeks holiday to Sorrento. The location of the hotel is on the outskirts of the town, so is fairly quite in general. The hotel provides a free curtesy bus to the town centre on the hour every hour until late. This is invaluable as to walk to town would require to walk along the road, which is not advisable as there are no pavements. The hotel itself is lovely and clean, the food is very good with excellent menu choices, we where on half board, and ate out in Sorrento only once in the evening, as we more more than happy with the hotel restaurant. I'd like to mention Nello and Nilo especially for their excellent and attentive waitering skills in the restaurant great job guys. The hotel pool area provides plenty of sun beds on a large sun terrace with a good size pool and a shaded snack bar area for food and drinks. Overall we where very happy with our stay here at the La Solara and would definitely recommend it to anyone, as the title a brilliant little hotel with the service and quality you would expect from a major hotelier group, as Best Western.

We received a warm welcome after a bus ride from Naples and were greeted like long lost friends by the manager and reception. The standard was very comfortable with our spacious balcony room overlooking the sea. The breakfast was plentiful with a variety for all tastes and diets whilst the evening meal had the salad bar to start and 3 courses was of a very high standard similar to what we have had on cruises. The Gala evening on Sunday was very memorable. The pool bar provided snacks during the day and bar prices were good. Yes anyone who appreciates a comfortable hotel will not be disappointed . Well done to all the staff

We stayed at La Solara for a week 13-20 September, never been before but was encouraged by the many positive reviews we had read. We would just love to add to that and say what a wonderful stay we had. The hotel is spotless, light and airy. Staff - it seems their whole purpose is to make every guest feel special and nothing is too much trouble. The food is amazing - only down side is our expanding waistlines as we couldn't resist trying everything - it was first class the ambiance and service was comparable to eating in a good restaurant. We would like to thank management and the whole team from reception, waiters, bar staff, pool man, cleaners and the shuttle bus driver, all so polite. A special mention for Angelo at the bar, such a wicked sense of humour and to Raphael who always remembered my straw with drinks! Management should go into business teaching their Customer Service strategy to others - they would make a fortune! I would recommend this hotel to all age groups.

Yes it is in Sorrento, yes it looks over the beautiful Bay of Naples and the islands of Ischia and Capri in the turquoise Mediterranean... yes it has a lovely pool and sun bathing decks... but what makes this hotel special is their philosophy of service quality, which begins with staff where nothing is a problem, and your enjoyment is uppermost. From Reception and Hotel Management to the Maitre D and his waiters and chefs to the Bar and Pool staff and finally the Maids and drivers there is a consistency of approach and training. The hotel is spotless, the menu and food is great with something for everyones taste... real Italian classics and local food and wines. Bar and music nights or just quiet lounge with a book... all is there. Hard to summarise this hotel as its a feeling..... contentment

Second visit to this hotel and it was lovely seeing everyone again. The hotel staff are so lovely and really go above and beyond to make the stay a great one! This trip we stayed in Sorrento the whole time so we were able to take advantage of things we did not use on our previous visit. The pool and lunch by the pool was fantastic and so very relaxing. The shuttle in and out of town was so convenient and reliable. Can't say enough great things about this hotel! Thank you to the whole staff! We will be back!

Choosing the right hotel for your holiday is like buying a winning lottery ticket. Well, we certainly won the lottery stopping here for seven days. Our sea view balcony room was maintained to an immaculate standard each day by very conscientious and lovely cleaning staff. Breakfast and evening dinner was the best we've ever experienced anywhere, the chefs and waiting on staff went above and beyond expectations to ensure every meal we had in their restaurant was a joy to remember. The opportunity to swim in a lovely sized pool was a pleasure to look forward to each day, with plenty of sun shades, table, chairs, sun beds etc available allowing you to dry off and read your favourite book. If you felt energetic, the courtesy bus was available every hour through the day until late at night for you to experience the delights of Sorrento clear in the knowledge that every hour he would be waiting for you to take you back to the hotel. Unlike many Sorrento hotels, traffic noise and consequential air pollution is not an issue, if you want a restful, peaceful Sorrento holiday where you choose the level of excitement to plan each day, then this is the place for you. Every member of staff at the hotel gives 100% to ensure your stay is the best you've ever had, they really are a credit to Best Western. We've never been on a holiday before where we would have liked to have stopped longer, so we'll be back soon to put that right!

A great base to enjoy sunny Sorrento. This was out first stay in Italy and we were pleasantly surprised by the super friendly and helpful staff who will go above and beyond to help you and also could speak some English. Very clean and comfortable rooms with everything you need and if not just ask and the helpful staff will sort something out. It's located a bit out of the centre of Sorrento but they have their own free shuttle bus to take you into the town centre and back every hour which worked perfectly. The pool is great and has plenty of lounges and they supply towels at no charge. Breakfast is a full buffet of everything and sets you up well for the day. I highly recommend La Solara!

La Solara was a great experience. The staff were all so helpful and friendly. Excellent service and very professional. The hotel was great, very clean, lovely large pool and bar and food service whilst at the pool, run by very professional and helpful people. Our room was nice, clean and very comfortable. The bed was a little bit hard for me and when I read the hotel information, you can request a softer bed, so the staff bought up a pillow top and it was great, I was so impressed by this service. The cleaners were very helpful and pleasant. A great spot, lovely view and they have a shuttle that goes frequently and it's less than 10 mins drive to the centre of town. Too dangerous a road to walk there, but why would you! Definately would stay here again.

Probably the best Hotel we have stayed in. Everything perfect - bedroom, staff, super clean,excellent food, beautiful large pool. A lovely Hotel for our special anniversary. Bus to town every hour & always on time. 800 metres to a beach from Hotel There is nothing to fault other than you have to go home! Looking forward to the next visit

Third time for us staying at La Solara although we haven't been to the area for 6 years. The hotel is as perfect as we remember. Lovely staff, amazing food and a great base for either visiting the area or just soaking up the beauty of this place. Having done most of the trips and sights on our last 2 visits although some years ago, this was a week of relaxing for us. Don't be put off by the location the hotel shuttle bus is quick, easy and reliable to get into the town and back. I'm sure we'll be back again - we couldn't imagine staying anywhere else when visiting Sorrento and the surrounding area.

11 days in Sorrento staying at The La Solara Hotel recommended by family & friends. Located on the outskirts of the town centre a courtesy bus is provided hourly from 8am - 11pm. Walking the 15min route is not advisable there are no footpaths for pedestrians & some of the road is very narrow & busy. The hotel was very clean, all staff very friendly & the food was excellent. Would definitely stay there again, the sea view rooms are perfect to see the evening skies & sunsets.

We were a bit nervous about staying here due to the shuttle bus required to get to central Sorrento. Not a problem at all. We were there mid August and although the bus was busy we always got on it. Food was very good and the staff were wonderful. Everyone was welcoming and helpful. The pool area was spotless and again, despite going in mid August, there were enough sunbeds and you never felt squashed. It was a welcome change to be able to take inflatables into the pool too. The views are amazing, as you would expect. We loved our stay and would definitely go back. Can't wait to twirl my serviette to Volare again

Visiting Sorrento, Capri, Amalfi cost, Pompey is more than perfect This was an amazing break from start to finish. We travelled as a couple to La Solaro (Sorrento) and I had been upgraded to the Honeymoon suite, absolutely stunning view Enough room and balcony with a table and 2 chairs, we absolutely loved. The staff were amazing! The restaurant and food was fantastic. Thank you to everyone who made this holiday one of our best!

We were welcomed with a complimentary drink and nibbles. This is a lovely hotel just a 10 minute free shuttle bus journey into the centre of Sorrento. The shuttle bus always ran on time. The staff are all very friendly from the reception team to the waiters, bar staff and cleaning staff. The head waiter ran a very efficient restaurant service. The hotel is spotlessly clean. We stayed on a half board basis and it was possible to take either lunch or dinner at the hotel giving greater flexibility when going into Sorrento in the evening. Food was always of a high standard and the regional dishes were particularly good. The room was a good size and very comfortable. We took two full day trips - to Capri by boat and a coach tour of the Amalfi coach - both of which were very enjoyable. Check out was very relaxed and a breakfast bag was provided as we had an early departure back to the airport. Happy to recommend this hotel.

My husband and I stayed here for ten nights. We are a young couple and it was our first time in Italy. We have stayed at some of the best hotels around the world but honestly the service at this hotel was some of the best we have ever experienced. The staff were all friendly and helpful. I can't remember all of their names but Nello, Giuseppe, Antonio, Marcelo and Raffael were all really polite and smiley! The hotel is around ten minutes from the centre of Sorrento. There is a free hourly shuttle bus that takes you right in to town. Before arriving, we thought we would spend much more time away from the hotel and in town but the hotel was so good that we rarely left. The food is lovely - a three course meal every night. There really is no need to go and pay for food! Every Sunday, there is a gala with live music. We were so glad that we got to experience two of these - we loved it! Even though we had booked our holiday through TUI, we didn't book any excursions through them - in my opinion they are over priced! We went into town and booked the Amalfi Coast tour which coast 38 euros each instead of the 118 euros TUI wanted for the same tour. Seeing the coast line was lovely and very picturesque. Positano and Amalfi are lovely small towns to visit. You don't need more than a couple of hours in these towns. Before arriving, we booked an overnight stay in Rome midway through our holiday. We booked the train and a central hotel for £120 for us both. Rome is great and it was only two hours on the train - highly recommend this! We also visited Pompeii and Vesuvius - again we didn't pay for this through TUI. We just bought tickets at the train station. Overall, I would recommend this hotel and this area of Italy. The only thing I could have a little moan about is the noise each morning. The cleaners seemed to start every day around 7am and this is when we were woken! They were quite noisy in the corridor! Other than this it was a perfect hotel with amazing staff!

Very nice hotel, with spacious and comfortable rooms, which are well cleaned. The hotel is surrounded by trees and has a astonishing view of the Sea from the restaurant and the swimming pool. My kids loved it. A shuttle to and from Sorrento center is provided hourly for free. The staff are very friendly.

This was our second stay at La Solara and we were not disappointed. We were greeted warmly with a complimentary drink and nibbles before checking in to our lovely room on the 5th floor. The hotel is situated just outside Sorrento which we preferred and wasn't a problem due to the excellent shuttle service provided. The food in the restaurant is delicious and the portions at dinner are just right. Water is 2.50 Euros a bottle and house wine starts at 13 Euros which represents good value. Ask at Reception for a walking map as it is possible to walk into Sorrento that only involves a very short section on the busy road. Our favourite walk was to the remains of the Roman Villa at Capo di Sorrento which can also be done easily from the hotel. We booked our holiday with TUI and we booked 2 excursions with them but we found them to be poor value for money this time compared to others we have been on. All in all this is a lovely hotel with amazing staff who all work so hard. Thank you for a great holiday to everyone at La Solara.

This is the best best western I have stayed in! The people at concierge were very lovely, welcoming and helpful! The room was very nice and spacious. Breakfast had a lovely variety and if you go at 7 the pastries are still nice and warm! There's also an hourly shuttle bus that takes you to the city centre :) thank you so much best western for making my partner and I's stay so accommodating :)

Stayed here with my husabnd and two daughters aged 7 & 10 for 4 nights. We arrived late after a deyaled flight tired but were greeted with big smiles from the reception and the barman who looked after us with snacks and drinks even after the bar was closed staying back after a long shift to look after us. We orginally booked b&b but then upgraded to full board which was a great decesion. The gala night was the highlight of our trip staff work so hard but nothing is ever to much. The swinging napkins was great fun or the whip man as my daughter named him Im smiling now thinking of it. We stayed in room 502 which was quiet no sea view but it didnt matter to us we had a huge balcony and view of the pool and mountain to the left. We sat out every evening enjoying drinks on the balcony. Room was spotless clean. Our girls loved the mints left after room service everyday. Breakfast is a large selection of hot and cold items and the coffee is the best ive had in any hotel. Fresh coffee beans. I used the gym once which is small but adquate. We used the pool every day always plenty of beds left. The other guests were all relaxed like minded people who have come back year after year and are like family to the staff. Drinks in the evening on the outside terrace after dinner are a real treat.we sat and played cards as did many other guests. Cocktails are delcious try their signature cocktail.Their is a small lemon garden behind the bar were the girls seont time chasing lizards and picking lemons which the staff kindly chopped up for us to add to their soft drinks. Thank you so much to all the staff who work long hours but do it with a smile u made our holiday.on check out we re booked for next year counting down the days until we come back Room 502 from ireland

From the moment I booked this hotel I knew I did the right choice- from enquiries up to check out, everything was perfect as I had no particular issues whatsoever. Staff were extremely cordial and helpful and would like to take the opportunity to thank all staff from the maids up to the chefs but especially Antonio, Nello, Marcello and all the receptionists. As I left rather early in the morning, I was even allowed to access the breakfast room for the usual buffet breakfast. They even prepared a packed lunch for my way home. I really appreciated this gesture! There were other things which I really appreciated besides the daily excellent service but it's impossible to mention them all here. So if you want great customer service, panoramic sea views and good food at Sorrento this is the place to be. Thank you all at Best Western Hotel La Solara- you truly made this a holiday to remember and I hope to come back soon!

We simply cannot fault this hotel. You may find somewhere a bit more swanky but I don't think you will find a better or friendlier service, staff you recognise every day & delicious food. No problem finding a sun lounger by the pool, no need to reserve your spot at 5am, a very relaxed atmosphere. I would happily book to return next year immediately, we loved our stay. The location is perfect, the shuttle into town I think is preferable to staying in the centre. I hope we return before too long!

Returned from a week in Sorrento staying at the Best Western Hiotel La Solara. Our first time at the hotel I have to say that it lived up to the positive reviews we had read prior to booking. The hotel provides a picture perfect view out over the bay of Naples and the sunsets are stunning. The hotel is clean and all the staff there work exceptionally hard to make sure that your holiday is made special. On arrival we had been allocated two rooms with huge terraces looking out to sea. Whilst we were there it was our sons birthday and without asking the restaurant staff had made him a birthday cake and presented it at the table at dinner complete with a candle and the head waiters Marcello and Nello singing happy birthday. It is this attention to detail by the staff that makes this hotel different. The food was excellent and varied providing good alternatives for my son, who is vegetarian. The hotel is a little way out of Sorrento but there is a free and regular stuttle bus provided into the centre. This runs on the hour up to 23.00hrs. It is possible to walk to Sorrento but somewhat risky due to the lack of pavements on what is a busy road. Overall the hotel is clean, well run and provides a excellent retreat to fully relax or if preferred to use as a base to visit the whole area. Again special thanks to all the staff at the hotel for making this hotel stand out for its hospitality, nothing was too much trouble. Would recommend and may have the opportunity to return again .

My wife and I stayed at the Best Western Hotel La Solera, Sorrento for a week, returning one week ago. The La Solera is a nice, but not exceptional hotel offering reasonable value for money (we booked a TUI late deal). The rooms are very comfortable rooms and are kept spotlessly clean (as is the rest of the hotel) by the housekeeping staff which would be a credit to any 5 star hotel. For a four star hotel, there were some minor disappointments compared to other 4 star hotels across Europe. There was no complimentary bottled water in the room (although you could purchase them from the mini bar), no slippers or bathrobes. This is unusual these days in a 4 star hotel. There was however plenty of hanging and drawer space in the room and unusually the room we stayed in had both a bath and over-shower, catering both for those who prefer a bath and those who prefer showering. Towels are changed every day. The hotel (or Best Western as a group) should consider the impact upon the environment of this practice as most hotel guests don't need their towels changed so often. By giving guests the option of when their towels (or even their bedding is changed) can help reduce the environmental impact of cleaning laundry and also help reduce hotel running costs.The food, I guess was a bit of a Marmite test (you either love it or hate it). Choices across breakfast and the evening meal was in my view limited, and the buffet (it was all buffet for breakfast) and of an evening they had a 'salad bar', needs far better labelling both across the breakfast buffet and the evening salad buffet. Some items were labelled but at least 50% weren't, leaving guests guessing as to what exactly the item was or whether it was suitable for vegetarians etc. Of an evening the menu was very pasta and fish heavy. You may argue that this is typical in Italy, but if you removed the pasta or fish choices you were left with very little choice. The evening meals consisted of a choice of 4 starters, 4 mains and 4 desserts. The wine menu was reasonably extensive and reasonably priced. Plenty of choice in the 16-20€ bracket, although there were wines available in the 45€+ bracket if you fancied something a little more expensive. English newspapers were available daily in the lounge. Gala night which takes on a Sunday evening for me was a bit of a disappointment. The four course set meal served at 7:30 p.m. took 1.5 hours before the main course was served at 9:00 p.m. Wine/bottled water had to be ordered the previous evening, but to be honest I have no idea why as it wasn't delivered until after you were seated and with all hotel guests dining at the same time, this took a while. The portion sizes of the two prior courses was to large and wasteful. The Parma Ham with Cantaloupe Melon & Wild Salad could have served a family of four, and the Ravioli Alla Caprese with Fresh Tomato & Basil was more of a main course than a starter. In reality, the main course should be the star not one which guests are too full to eat. During this 'Gala' evening the service in the restaurant at times appeared a little chaotic and disorganised both in terms of the order in which tables were served and in the lack of cutlery. Eventually it took two hours for an uninspiring meal.

Visited this lovely hotel twice earlier this year hotel was excellent all staff members really happy and extremely welcoming food was first class lots to visit in the local area,lots of lovely walking along old walking paths through the beautiful orange and lemon groves loved sorrento

Wow! We had a great time at La Solara. It's the perfect distance from the city and they have a shuttle that runs to-and-fro every hour. The view is absoulutely spectular. The rooms are wonderful and spacious. The pool is a delight. The staff was kind and helpful and we really enjoyed the breakfast. They definitely made us feel like we were home, taken care of and like they wanted us to be there. If we go back to Sorrento, I would without a doubt stay at La Solara again. The only thing that is meh is the gym, but for how amazing this hotel is, I'm really just looking to pick at something. Oh and I loved the little candies they left after cleaning the room.! xoxox tysm to whomever from the hotel is reading this.

I first visited Lovely La Solara I 2005, and have returned every year since. I can only say, it gets better, the beautiful location, the fantastic pool, handy shuttle bus, the cleanliness( housekeeping, fantastic) the wonderful menu, and choice of food which has always been great, but is even better with head chef Antonio, in charge. All this of course is not possible without the truly, wonderful, fantastic staff who make sure from yoyr arrival to departure you enjoy every aspect of your holiday, and they make that happen. My husband, sadly died 2 years ago, bit I am so lucky to be able to return to Solara, with very dear friends. It was, and still is my 2 weeks in paradise, and all at Solara are my second family.

We have just returned from a week at this fabulous hotel where we have had the most relaxing comfortable time. It was our first Hotel holiday with our daughter and her 3 sons having previously taken Villa Holidays where the boys age 10yrs 15yrs & 16yrs had their own pool, space and were able to choose the food they ate. I was apprehensive when booking but the travel agent recommended this hotel for its family friendly policy and she wasn't wrong. The welcome was immediate check in smooth, I had emailed the hotel prior to arriving and requested rooms on the same high floor if possible the response from Antonio was immediate on arrival my request had been accommodated. Our daughter and sons shared a balcony quadruple room all the beds were comfortable the bunk beds are full size with thick mattresses space was limited but manageable, my husband and I were allocated an upgraded sea view room with large balcony which provided extra space for all 6 of us to enjoy and being on the same floor the boys were able to use our facilities easily which afforded them a little more privacy. The pool area is amazing plenty of sun beds no need to reserve beds the pool large so the 3 boys were able to swim and play without disturbing other guests the pool snack bar was fabulous we enjoyed lunch there most days excellent reasonable priced menu and superb service the boys loved the pizzas. The evening meal choice was exceptional and the highlight of the day we were spoiled for choice within the 3 courses plus the outstanding salad bar, wine list drinks menu very reasonable. Breakfast was equally fabulous with an extensive selection of pastries, fruit, cereals, cold and hot items. We were allocated our own table for 6 at dinner but can sit anywhere at breakfast the views are spectacular from everywhere in the restaurant. Now the best part of this holiday The Staff and Customer Service Wow what a team from the lovely Tina, Antonio and Massimo on reception, Marchelo and the brilliant Nello in the restaurant with their team of extremely efficient and friendly waiters to the chambermaids and shuttle bus driver we have never stayed anywhere better. We all immediately felt like old friends and that the whole hotel was our home for the week, No wonder people return time and time again all I can say is together they demonstrate the very best in customer service. We met a chap staying at the hotel who had worked in hospitality all his life who said he had had his eyes open as to how it should be done and I couldn't agree more Can I just add there are tea & coffee facilities in the rooms plus safe & mini bar, the air con is very efficient and you can request use of an iron and ironing board. Our room had a very good shower no bath our daughters a bath with overhead efficient shower

We are very sad! But that is because we are in the lobby of La Solara waiting for the taxi back to the airport. We have had a fantastic 2 week holiday here much like the previous years we have been. The combination of the hotel itself, the wonderful food, the amazing pool, and most of all the attentive friendly and helpful staff makes this the perfect holiday for us. Can't wait to come back.

We have been regular visitors to this hotel for many years and can say we have never been disappointed in anyway with the service we have received. It is faultless. So thank you everyone for another fabulous holiday. See you next year.

We had a glorious time in this hotel. The view from our room was lovely, all the staff including the cleaning staff, were fantastic! The food in the dining room of a night was delicious and so was the pool area, We could go on and on about this hotel we could not find any fault. So once again a big thank you for giving us a relaxing holiday. We hope to see you again. S&S williams.

Thank you to each and every member of staff for making our stay just as wonderful as it always is!! 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ every time! We have stayed here several times over the last few years and we are never bored with returning. The hotel continues to offer such a wonderful experience......the staff efficiency and friendliness, the food, the pool, the bar are all just fantastic. Couple all of that with the amazing sights around Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast and you have a perfect holiday.

This Hotel goes above and beyond any expectations guests may have who have not visited before - The welcome from the Reception Staff of Massimo, Tina, Fabio and . Antonio is so lovely, they cannot do enough for you to make sure your holiday is all you want - nothing is too much and our daily chat was always good fun !!!!! Our Room was perfect - when we woke each morning we looked out over the bay at Capri, sunloungers and a lovely patio set also were provided on our terrace for our lunchtime cup of tea !!!! Heaven. The Restaurant is so well run by Marcello, assisted by Nello, Pepe,Antonio,Guilliano and Rafael and the food is wonderful - we had a different fish dish EVERY night which we loved and the Frascati was chilled and plentiful !!! Of course the Chefs must be commended for this food also - they surpassed themselves on the Gala Nights making their entrance to music and carrying desserts in time to the music - what good nights these were -the WHOLE staff work SO SO hard to present this each Sunday. Lello, Carlo and Umberta quietly kept us entertained until the meal as over and the dancing and singing began - well done boys - glad you still there !!!! Antonio at the pool looked after us royally each day with our fresh towels and copious coffees - Angelo the barman also looked after us each evening in the beautiful lounge - he is so very funny !! We cannot forget to mention Joanna (Cleaner),always had a hug on the way to the pool each morning, Bruno (Handyman, Case Collector,and any other jobs you may need doing ), Mario (Courtesy Bus Driver) who took us into Sorrento on the hour every hour without fail !!!!! I hope I havent forgotten anyone as they ALL need a mention for being SO lovely. So all I can now say is roll on June 2020 when we will be back !!! Thank You La Solara for making our holiday so very very good. Wendy and Brian Robinson

Went to La Solara a few weeks ago and had a great stay. This is not an expensive hotel, but it's standards in all departments put other more expensive hotels to shame. The room was excellent , similarly the pool area and bar/restaurant. We went half board, but if you feel like splashing out, you can alternate between the fixed menu and the a la cartel menu - both were excellent. The hotel was one of the cleanest we've stayed in and was run by friendly staff who couldn't do enough for us. Thanks to all for a great stay.

We have just returned from our 4th fabulous holiday staying at La Solara. The hotel continues to be spotless throughout and the pool crystal clear. There are plenty of sun beds to go round so relaxing days by the pool are very pleasant. The shuttle bus into Sorrento and back punctual as always and well used. It's a 10 minute walk to the train station and 15 minute walk to the ferries from the drop off point. Once again our dietary needs were met to the full. It's not easy finding hotels that will go above and beyond to help with gluten free, dairy free and nut free meals. But at La Solara it didn't seem to be a problem at all. They had a plentiful supply of gluten free cereals, bread, croissants, crackers and muffins plus the usual yoghurt, fruit, eggs, bacon, cold meats and cheeses. Soya yoghurt was also available having written to the hotel in advance to see if this would be possible. Dinner was always well catered for with adaptions made meaning our meals were varied. Our thanks go to the chefs and to Marcello and Nello for going through the menu with us each evening and ensuring all our needs were met. They together with Antonio were always so cheerful and helpful. Thank you for this. It means such a lot. It is such a great base for going on so many great days out. There's a cable car from Castellammare train station which gives options for a long walk and a short walk at the top. Fantastic views. And for the very adventurous you can walk down to Positano and get the ferry back to Sorrento. Another wonderful discovery was Ravello which we reached by ferry and bus. It's a beautiful place. If you love walking there's so many walks to do and by doing so you can really appreciate the stunning scenery that Sorrento and the Amalfi coast has. A special thank you to Massimo on reception who helped locate my bag which I left on the transfer coach. He was so helpful and I am sincerely grateful to him. Thank you once again to all the staff at La Solara for making it a wonderful stay. We look forward to returning again.

The Hotel La Solara was recommended to us, and certainly lived up to our expectations in every way. We arrived late on a Friday evening, even later than we expected as our flight was delayed. The coach transfer from the airport took the long and tedious drop off route round the Sorrento hotels before arriving at La Solara. It was close on 11pm before we arrived, but no problem! The porter was there to meet the coach, with a trolley to take our bags to reception. The hotel was so welcoming, and had a cold platter waiting for us in the restaurant, such a relief, and just what we needed to banish the coach journey. We new at that point we had found somewhere very special. Refreshed, it was then up to our room, which completely bowled us over. As it was a special anniversary, I think we'd had our room upgraded, we'd booked a sea view, but this was a wonderful double room. Everything was beautifully decorated, and spotless throughout, (as was the whole hotel). The view from the balcony over the sea was absolutely stunning. The air conditioning worked perfectly, and quietly. The bed was a little on the firm side, but not uncomfortably so. There's a road in front the hotel which is quite busy, but noise wasn't a problem. We were on the 4th floor. All the staff in the hotel were so friendly, nothing was too much trouble. We'd booked half board, and the evening meals were generally excellent. There was a choice of dishes each night, and something for everyone. A welcome departure from the uninspired buffets in a lot of hotels. All the waiters in the restaurant were lovely, and service was always very efficient. Nello in particular was a real gem. The vast majority of the guests at the hotel were either British or American. Entertainment in the evening was a little limited, but laid back and enjoyable, and fitted the character of the large bar area. Breakfast was extensive, but my only small criticism was that a little more variation from day to day would have been nice. There was always fresh fruit salad, cheese and cold meat platter, various cakes, and hot dishes - scrambled and boiled eggs, bacon, hash browns, and sometimes sausage. Plus plenty of rustic bread. The pool area was excellent, with crystal clear pool, and plenty of sunbeds for all. It was never crowded. One side of the pool had awnings which could be extended to provide shade for when it got too hot. They seem to have thought of everything! There's also a lovely little beach about 1 Km from the hotel, an easy 15 minute walk going down, but it is very steep, so double that coming back! (watch out for the sunbed/umbrella con on the beach, the first person we came to was charging 50 Euro! We moved on, everywhere else was 15. Great beach-side restaurants there too. Last but not least, the free shuttle into Sorrento, what would we have done without it! A real godsend, it ran like clockwork on the hour right up until 11pm. We used it so many times, just to go into Sorrento, or to the station for our trips to Pompeii and Vesuvius. At one point our train back was delayed, and we enquired the cost of a taxi: 25-30 Euro for the 7 minute trip! Needless to say, we waited for the next shuttle, whiling away the time with a cocktail or two. It's about a half mile walk from the drop off point to the Circumvesuviana train station. We were at La Solara for a week, and the time flew by. It's in a scenic location just a few kms outside of the town, not a problem with the shuttle. We were sad to leave, and would not hesitate to stay there again if we return to Sorrento. Definitely 100% recommended!

My Mum and I stayed for a week at the Best Western Hotel La Solara in June 2019 and had a wonderful time. The staff were all so lovely and of course extremely hard working. Nello presented my Mum with a lovely birthday cake and made us feel special. Rita on reception was so helpful and Angelo made us smile with his quick wit and is lovely. It is however unfair to just mention them because everyone deserves equal praise. The hotel is beautifully clean and is a place to relax away from the hustle and bustle of Sorrento. A courtesy bus hourly runs to the town till 11pm if you want a livelier time. (We attended the 3 tenors concert in Sorrento which was well worth the money.) Otherwise there is a lovely pool with plenty of sun loungers and a pool bar to enjoy during the day. At night there is waiter service in the dining room preventing that dash to get food and meals are always tasty. Several nights a week there is entertainment although not lively fits in well with the ambiance of the hotel and guests can enjoy a dance. On a Sunday staff put on a gala dinner which is so entertaining and all the waiters and kitchen staff join in making so much effort to make it special. Finally Thank you La Solara you made our holiday.

We have just about recovered from one of the best holidays we have ever had at the end of June at Hotel La Solara! The other reviews completely echo our view but we have to say the service and food at this hotel are second to none, the staff literally cannot do anymore to make your stay perfect. The food is absolutely unbelievable and we had some of our best meals on our whole holiday at this hotel (especially Gala Night)! The half board choice is excellent and there are multiple options for a three course evening dinner so it suits everyone as well as a salad bar to start! This combined with an extensive Italian wine menu makes for a great evening every night at the hotel! Having discovered this hotel as an off chance whilst scrawling the internet for a trip to Italy, we can see why so many people return year on year and more importantly why the staff don't change! Nello, Giuseppe & Marcelo especially went way above and beyond for us throughout our stay and made it literally the trip of a lifetime for us both! The shuttle bus is perfect, allowing you to escape the hustle and bustle of Sorrento up into the hills only just out the centre. It runs every hour until 11pm which means it's easy to get around (and avoid the €30 local taxi costs)! The pool is in perfect condition and a decent size with lots of sun beds available and a perfect little pool bar, where you will have the most amazing Sunday night for Gala Night (not to be missed). We cannot wait to go back to La Solara, a place that really went way above and beyond all our expectations for a weeks holiday in the Bay of Naples!

Last time we were there was 9 years ago. Felt like coming home. Most of staff still in function. Booked upfront half board. Still lovely those regional dishes. In 2019 of course wifi everywhere. Hotel was fully booked. Will book this week for next year. One small remark: over 90 (95?, 98?) % are British. All friendly by the way.

A great hotel, very well positioned with excellent staff. Maximo and Nello were first class, Maximo could not have done enough to help our family over the last two days, sourcing a trip for our boys! The views from the sea facing rooms are amazing, and the sun sets create memories! The rooms are spotlessly clean, as is the hotel, the lemons in the ground are the largest I've ever seen. The food in the evening was very varied, very well presented, with a full wine list. A most enjoyable vacation, in a hotel that is very well located, that provides the perfect place to unwind after a hectic day out visiting the local places of interest.

Had an amazing time. Beautiful hotel lovely staff fantastic food will definitely return. Nothing was too much trouble very relaxing. Shuttle bus to take you down in to Sorrento and pick you up ran hourly always on time just to add to the fantastic service

Just returned from an 11 night stay, our 7th at BW La Solara. Tremendous yet again. A well appointed room, excellent food with lots of choices every evening, stunning pool and terrace, spotlessly clean throughout and pleasant attentive staff - this place is a dream for those wishing to relax and unwind. The staff make it look easy. Thanks to all for ensuring we had another super holiday. See you in 2020. Michael and Nuala

I stayed at this hotel for 4 nights when vacationing in Sorrento with my family. We received a very welcoming greeting upon arrival. The front desk staff were very friendly and accommodating for the entire duration of our stay. The water view was beautiful and the shuttle service to and from town was very convenient. Our room had a beautiful view of the sea and overall our stay was excellent. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend to anyone staying in the area!!

As a first time guest here we were in the minority, most people were returners and after a day or so we could see why. The staff were amazing, so genuine and hospitable, nothing was too much trouble. Food was lovely with plenty of choice. The cleanliness in the hotel was exemplary. Being out of town the hotel bus every hour was great and so convenient, we had the tranquility of being out of town but the convenience of it being so accessible. We have been to many hotels in Europe and never have we come across such lovely staff and such a friendly environment. Congratulations and thank you for such a great stay

I've waxed lyrical so many times about the Best Western Hotel La Solara I'm honestly running out of words to describe how good it is. So this time we just like to thank all of the fantastic staff who have always made our holiday very special, a heartfelt thank you is all we can say.

Fantastic hotel with wonderful friendly staff who cannot do enough for you. Food great and views from the hotel stunning.Great room with view over the pool and the sea. Lovely to visit Sorrento town by way of a coah from the hotel which ran every hour

Hotel is located in a lovely quiet area 3km from Sorrento main town. The hotel provides a free shuttle bus every hour which is handy. Last bus in the evening at 11.15pm. 15 min journey. Staff at the hotel were very accommodating and friendly too. We got upgraded to a different room with a view. Very clean rooms. Went half board and the food on most nights were good. Breakfast had a lot of choice too. The evening entertainment is not too good so best to go into Sorrento and enjoy the city night life. I would say it's a quiet hotel if you want to relax. More older people there when we went. Would recommend this hotel. Thank you to all the staff.

The hotel was a nice way to finish a family European vacation. The pool was great, with pool bar and towel service. The beach is walkable. There is a shuttle every hour to Sorrento. The front desk staff was fantastic. The hotel is very clean and comfortable. The decor is tacky as are most hotels in the area.

From the moment we arrived until the time we left, the service was outstanding. The cleanliness is evident as soon as you walk into the reception as these high standards are carried through to very part of the hotel. Our room was very well appointed and the chambermaids are extremely thorough and efficient. All the staff are very professional, courteous and helpful. The dining room staff in particular were superb especially Nello who is a real gem!! The choice, quality and quantity of all meals is of the highest standard, and they were exceptional in dealing with my allergy, with the chefs producing individual dishes without any fuss. The pool area was also great, with everyone having complimentary towels and a sun-bed. First hotel we've stayed in for years where people aren't out putting their towels out to grab their space every morning. Although situated outside of Sorrento the regular shuttle bus, makes trips to and from the town easy and safe. La Solara hotel is an outstanding place to stay and certainly hope to go back again soon.

As an airline employee and world traveler I'll try to give you my honest opinion of this hotel. The good: super clean, breakfast buffet. The bad: the location (isolated from everything) the atmosphere is super dead, the hotel appears more like a cruise ship inside, the rooms are very close together, the hotel furniture is old and outdated, the rooms are hot. THE UGLY: the walk from the beach to the hotel (dreadful). The beach isn't worth the walk. This hotel is not for people that's looking for an energetic vibe. My daughter wallet was stolen by the bus driver VICTOR ALONSO while heading to an excursion and we didn't get any help from the hotel. Which we did report him to the police. No, it's not the hotel's fault but they recommended this excursion to us. Not good business. Don't take the excursion to Capri. We will not return to this hotel and do not recommend it.

Nothing to moan about here, great staff, super food, very regular shuttle bus. All areas of the hotel were spotless. We had a nice balcony room on the 3rd floor with a sea view, surrounded lemon trees. Lovely pool area, bar prices very reasonable. All in all worth a second visit.

A comfortable friendly hotel in an attractive location among olive and lemon groves . Clean well appointed rooms. A large swimming pool with wonderful views and a pretty garden with lemon trees and geraniums. And a restaurant serving delicious local meals

Stayed for 7 nights early June. Arrived at 10.30pm, but a lovely cold spread had been laid out for us in the restaurant. We were in room 404 - beautiful views over Sorrento, large bathroom and balcony. The hotel is wonderful in every way. We were half board, and although we had thought we'd go out on the occasional evening, the food was so good, we never made it. Guests that did told us that the food out was disappointing compared with the hotel. It was lovely to relax after a busy day. Nello in particular is a little gem but all the staff are incredibly friendly and attentive. Breakfast was a vast choice of hot, continental, toast, wonderful pastries, fruit, etc etc. Dinner was always a good choice of three courses, together with a full salad bar. Wine and all drinks were very reasonable - 13 Euros for the house rose which was very pleasant. The hotel sits above Sorrento so very quiet, set in amongst olive and lemon groves. The hourly shuttle bus too/from the centre makes it the best of both worlds. Some lovely walks around the area, down to a lovely bay, roman villa, restaurants etc. Pool area spotless, always plenty of sun beds and help from Antonio. This is a wonderful slightly 'quaint' hotel. Friendly and helpful staff really make it. Evenings are relaxed - there is a live pianist/singer a couple of nights a week in the bar area, but don't expect major entertainment - it's not that sort of hotel. I'd also not really recommend for older/teenage children unless they are happy just to chill. It's not really ideal for families (in my opinion). Great base for trips. So much to see in the area. We made our own way to Pompeii by train (very easy and much cheaper than organised trips) - had a wonderful day there. Also got ferry to Capri under own steam (you can book a boat tour of the island when you get there) and did an Amalfi coast tour which I booked through Tripadvisor before we went - that was great - I wouldn't recommend ANYONE drive themselves over there - even our experience driver someone crash into the back of him! Had a really lovely week - hotel definitely lived up to all the great reviews. Wish we could have stayed longer. Weather a little disappointing (a lot of very grey skies) but not the hotel's fault!! Don't hesitate to books this hotel - you won't be disappointed. PS The 3 star review just left is completely baffling and totally unjustified. Hotel is wonderfully peaceful, but we met some really lovely people (which we don't normal do on holiday!) and found it one of the friendliest hotels we've ever stayed where guests chatted to each other at both meal times and in the bar area in the evenings.

The front desk outdid themselves on helping us access trains and buses for day trips...and to get back to Rome for outbound flight. Breakfast room very nice; good variety of foods. Pool was great, with a poolside bar and plenty of lounge chairs...

A lovely hotel in a quieter part of Sorrento. There is a free hotel shuttle into town, and back every hour between 7.50am and 11.15pm, and boy is he prompt! We had a room with a sea view, cleaned daily. No issues with the room at all...in fact the bed was so comfy we immediately ordered a new mattress when we came home! We went half board, which was a change for us, but we wanted to 100% relax on our week away. Food was amazing, and the waiters went the extra mile to make sure everything was perfect. Lots of choice, something for everyone's taste. 3 course menus each night, plus salad bar, silver service, couldn't fault the food or the presentation. We felt like this was like the kind of holidays we'd had as kids in the 70s. That's not a negative in any way from us...we thoroughly enjoyed that there was that ‘back in the day' ambiance [for example fruit juice was an option as a starter, crocheted doileys, lots of glacé cherries...], but I could see how this wouldn't appeal / be a bit alien to younger folk. Things to note: *don't forget to seek out the lemon grove garden beyond the pool, it really is a hidden gem. *I couldn't get a signal on my mobile for a whole week in the hotel, and husbands was sporadic *take a good book, pack of cards for an evening as there isn't much going on

Just got back from a fabulous holiday at this wonderful Hotel. The views from our front facing room (room 408) where breathtaking and the balcony with sunbeds and table and chairs was a wonderful suntrap. Every member of staff went above and beyond and where very friendly. We stayed half board and the food was lovely. Theres a great little beach a steep 10 minute walk away. The free shuttle bus into Sorrento is great and very punctual to the minute. Sorrento and surrounding area is just beautiful. We would 100% recommend this hotel.

This hotel is an absolute gem with stunning views. Upon arrival, we were made to feel instantly welcome. We went half board and were very impressed with the quality of the food. There is an excellent selection for breakfast and lunch/dinner never failed to impress. The Gala night is fun and the dishes were superb (especially the desserts). Marcello, Nello and the waiting staff were very attentive. The pool is spacious and there is no shortage of sunbeds- Antonio is very helpful. There is a beautiful lemon orchard just behind the pool which is lovely to relax in. Our room was fantastic and cleaned to a high standard daily. The hourly shuttle bus to the town centre is excellent and is always on time (it only takes around 5/6 minutes). Thanks so much for making our first holiday as a family so memorable. It seemed so easy with our nine-month-old daughter at La Solara and she clearly loved the staff! We would love to return.

First time at La Solara but definitely not the last. This hotel is a little oasis of calm on the outskirts or Sorrento. Nothing is too much trouble for the excellent staff who work there, from taking your cases up the slope from where the transfer coach drops you off, to putting up your poolside umbrella. All staff from Reception to Restaurant to cleaning staff are wonderful - helpful, friendly and efficient. The food is delicious, every night the menu changes and there are plenty of choices. I would recommend trying the local dishes. The best pasta and risotto's I have ever tasted, also their cakes are gorgeous, so light and full of flavour. Rooms are spotlessly clean, with toiletries provided, tea and coffee facilities and lovely fluffy towels. It was pleasantly surprising to have a FREE in room safe, so many hotels charge you extra, but not La Solara. We loved the courtesy bus which runs on the hour every hour from 8am till 11pm. The driver is excellent, we felt totally safe with him , and the freedom it gives you to pop into Sorrento when you want is great. On our final day we had a very early start (6.30am) but still received tea, coffee and juice and a lovely packed breakfast bag. I would also like to add that this hotel is the friendliest we have ever been to.They had a range of guests who were from the UK, USA, India and beyond who were obviously happy to be there as everybody would chat each day about where they had been, were going or just give tips and advice to each other. I would certainly recommend this hotel and we hope to visit again next year.

We had a great time at La Solara during half term week. The weather was less good than in previous visits but we made good use of the shuttle bus and also walked down to the local beach and restaurants a couple of times. Sam enjoyed the stay in spite of the weather. It was lovely to be welcomed by all the familiar faces at the hotel. Thank you to all the team at La Solara for a wonderful holiday.

The staff here are wonderful. From Nello and Marcello in the restaurant where the food is excellent to Massimo on the reception desk, the staff make your stay here a great experience. The hotel is spotless and the very comfortable. I am happy to give this hotel a 5 from 5.

Excellent all round. Food well prepared with good service, large range of wines. Breakfast buffet - good selection and fresh. Rooms spotless. Courtesy bus always on time - short hop in and out of Sorrento. Large pool with all areas spotless

This was our sixth visit in ten years to this great hotel and as soon as you walk through the door you know you have made the right decision to return. It is lovely to meet up with the same staff but also be welcomed by a couple of new faces. The friendliness of the staff is one of the many reasons why we come back. We were allocated a lovely quiet room on the side of the hotel but you could still enjoy the view over the bay from our balcony. As usual the food was plentiful and delicious. It was a wonderful to find that the drink prices remain the same as they were when we first visited. What a treat to sit on the sun terrace, admire the view and enjoy a cup of coffee and biscuits, all for 2 euros. Having visited Sorrento a number of times we choose to explore the walks around the hotel. Tina, on reception, supplied us with a map showing various trails and we took ourselves off. There are still plenty of walks to do so a good excuse to return to our 'home from home' again. As this hotel is reasonably small, just over 50 rooms, you get to know the staff, who always have time for you, and other guests. A big thank you to everybody at the hotel for giving us another relaxing and wonderful stay. Keep up the good work; you are all doing a great job. We'll be back.

Our 3rd visit to this fabulous hotel, we arrived late on a Monday evening after dinner service was finished, but after checking in we were told to go to the restaurant where a cold platter would be served. I am vegetarian and the platter was delicious my husband was served the same as well as a plate of cold meats. Our room this time was on the 5th floor with a huge balcony overlooking the pool and a bowl of fresh fruit awaited us. All off the staff here cannot do enough for their guests which must be why people come back year after year. The food is sublime and never have I been looked after so well being a vegetarian, the gala night on a Sunday evening is always amazing and a fabulous night, all credit to Marcelo and his team, all of the staff are amazing but must give a mention to Marcelo, Nelo and Giuseppe. We will return.

Spent a week here on a half board basis, we were allocated room 124, which was pleasant with a very small balcony. We found the room too warm, I went to reception to ask about the air con, and they said people were asking for blankets at night! I think you should have the option to have the room cooler if you want to, so spent nearly every night out of the sheets. Our bed was against the wall nearest the corridor, so we could hear people walking by, and were woken every morning about 7am by the cleaners getting the gear out of the cupboard near us. The staff were very pleasant, and it was nice to see the same faces every day. The evening meal was very good, lots of variety, we especially enjoyed the gala dinner, and it was nice to see the chefs brought out from the kitchen, who do an excellent job. The breakfast tended to be the same every day, with no low calorie options, ie fat free yoghurts. We decided to take a packed lunch one day instead of the evening meal, which you had to book the day before. I wasn't that impressed with it, it was in a paper bag with no drinks, it consisted of a chicken escalope, cold omelette, 3 bread buns, cheese, slice of processed chicken and salami, with 3 small sweet rolls and some fruit. This didn't compare in monetary value to the evening meal. It would have been better if there had been a list to choose from, and should have included a drink. We did have a lunch by the pool which was very nice and reasonable price. The view from the dining room was stunning, you could sit where you liked for breakfast, but were allocated your table for dinner. Wine prices very reasonable. We weren't keen on the hotel entertainment, which seemed to cater for the over 70's, we left when we heard the Birdie song! We walked down to the small beach which was very pleasant, with a couple of restaurants and cafes. The walk down and up was very steep. You weren't recommended to walk on the road, not surprising the way they drove, especially those on a scooter, we saw them overtake on bends!! As people have said, the shuttle bus was great, we regularly tipped the driver, who was also very pleasant. We noticed a few people with children, there was an italian couple who let their 2 sons run wild in reception, and at the gala meal, we didn't think it was a hotel for children. We would consider staying here again, as it was quite peaceful and away from the hustle and bustle of Sorrento.

5th time at La Solara... rarely do we go back to the same place, but this draws you back. It complements Sorrento perfectly, the minute you walk back through the doors you feel right. Excellence is what they aim for in all areas of their service, from the Reception to the Restaurant,Bar and Pool Bar, the rooms and the maids making the rooms spotless, the entertainment on 3 nights. It all works. Food is great, Pool spotless and good size, Staff the most freindly you will meet. I could go on.... Sorrento and the area is fantastic.. so is La Solara

Just returned from 7 days in this wonderful hotel. Breakfast and dinner were all excellent with superb service. The free shuttle bus was great,always on time and got you into Sorrento within 10 minutes.Our room with terrace and fantastic sea views with our own sun loungers was amazing.

Another wonderful holiday at this lovely hotel. We first started coming in 2010 and have been almost every year since then. We cannot fault anything about this hotel, all of the staff are amazing and cannot do enough to make your stay perfect. The food is wonderful too good not to gain a few pounds. We cannot wait to return again next year and look forward to seeing everyone. Many, many thanks to everyone at La Solara.

During our recent tour through Italy with friends we had the good fortune to stay at the Best Western La Solara, Sorrento. The experience was first rate from start to finish. The balcony views were breathtaking. The service was impeccable. Excellent food. A heated pool. There was free shuttle service to Sorrento center. The staff was the friendliest and most engaging I have ever encountered. We couldn't have made a better choice.

What a lovely hotel to spend your time in Sorrento. The staff are wonderful, and remember you after the first meeting. Gluten free is no problem here at all, pasta, pizza and rolls, even profiterols for desert! The hotel is not in the town centre, but this is no issue as the shuttle operates hourly from 8am til 11pm ( both to and from). The pool area is fantastic, with heaps of sun lounges for everyone. We met people who have stayed here six times, I can fully understand why. The restaurant is great, and prices for food and drinks are really reasonable. I highly recommend it.

Third stay here and that alone should give you an indication that this is a cut above the rest. The service at this hotel is second to none and all the staff take great pride in their work and their surroundings. The good was as exceptional as ever, the gala dinner being a particular highlight. A little way from the town but I would actually say that is a plus point. It's like a private retreat but when you do want to venture into town, the hourly shuttle is prompt and reliable. Perfect stay.

When you arrive at the hotel it is like stepping back in time, lots of old furniture and colours from the 80's but don't be put off, it's one of the cleanest hotels we have ever stayed in and the friendliest staff we have come across for some time. Special shout out to Nello a waiter who was very friendly and always spoke to us. We were allocated room 128 and we were very impressed, immaculately clean, massive soft white fluffy towels, big bed, excellent bath room and crisp bedding. The balcony was huge and got the sun all day and see view. The food was plenty, nice breakfast and the evening meal was a choice of several starters, mains and puddings, with the addition of the salad buffet too. The gala dinner was enjoyable, Sunday evening this takes place. The pool area was fab and got the sun all day, towels given for the pool. The hotel is a little out of Sorrento town and the roads aren't great to walk down. The hotel put on a free bus which runs every hour too and from town. Last bus 11.15 pm a taxi would be 30 euro so this service was a must and was a big deciding factor when we booked the hotel. We did walk down the road about 5 mins to a cut in on the left down a steep bank to a splendid cove with a selection of good restaurants and nice sea and somewhere to sit and enjoy the views. We had a very good stay here, would go back and would recommend. If however the bus wasn't on offer we would pick somewhere closer to the centre. Thank you everyone at La Solara.

WOW. We booked the half board package with TUI then upgraded the room directly with the hotel. Apart from Naples Airport being ABYSMAL (see my other reviews), this was our BEST EVER one week holiday. The hotel: had obviously had a major Winter redecoration, with new fluffy towels and new crockery etc as well so the place was SPARKLING clean. The room: 406, Junior Suite, FABULOUS views over the Bay of Naples, plenty of storage, great shower, clean clean clean (our chambermaid, Inna, was FAB). You get a glass of prosecco on arrival and the gift of a bottle of olive oil in the room. I had ordered champagne & flowers for the room and they were reasonably priced and beautiful. The staff: EVERY SINGLE ONE of them go out of their way to smile, make you feel welcome, help, advise, assist ... they are amazing. Massimo in particular was brilliant, plus Tina and Antonio and Marcelo and Roberto and Raffaele, and everyone else. The food: breakfast is ok - fresh fruit, fresh scrambled eggs, fresh bread etc. But the DINNERS - WOW (again) - every night something amazingly regional and fresh, something vegetarian, something with fish - 4 (yes, FOUR) courses - fresh salad, a starter (pasta or something else), a main (unbelievably good), and a dessert .... The wine list is VERY reasonable and the other drinks are as well, eg Peroni beer 3.50 euros for 330 ml - costs a fiver in Bournemouth !! The Bus: on the hour, every hour, enables you to safely reach Sorrento & the shops and sights. We also booked 2 trips directly with the hotel (Pompeii & Vesuvius, and a local organic farm) and I can promise you the farm trip (La Masseria) is brilliant. The weather: we had a couple of wet days but who cares ? It doesn't have to be a sunbathing holiday. The BIG question - would we go again ??? YES !! I am already saving for September.

I just returned from my stay at La Solara in Sorrento. My friends and I had three rooms and they were all a bit different. WiFi on site is great. There is a small refrigerator in the room, but you will be charged for everything in it— at least we would have been. I was in room 120, I heard all the entertainment happening downstairs, every toilet flush and every door slam. The location is a bit out of the way from downtown Sorrento. The shuttle bus is helpful for this! The driver is great. I don't know his name, but such a nice gentleman. It leaves every hour starting at 9:00 am. It takes six minutes to get to where everything is happening in Sorrento. Then, at quarter past the hour it will take you back until 11:15 pm. We only ate in the hotel for breakfast, so I can't comment on other meals. Everyone working in the restaurant are so nice and helpful. I heard one gentleman was holding a small child briefly to help out a family trying to settle at the table. They have eggs, danishes, cereal, yogurt, fruit, and breads. Juices, milk, water , and a coffee machine. We didn't have a meal plan , so it was 10 euro for each visit. The staff was very helpful and everyone greeted us passing by. The weather wasn't exactly pool weather, so I didn't even go to it. We had such a great time in Sorrento! I would definitely visit here again.

Just returned from a great holiday staying at La Solara. From the moment we arrived when we were greeted in reception with a glass of Prosecco the staff and service was wonderful. Nothing was too much trouble. We had half board and there was a large selection of good food and I liked the local choices on each evening menu. The pool is heated and a great size with large towels and lots of loungers overlooking the bay. We had a room with a balcony overlooking the bay. The room and public spaces were very clean. The shuttle bus ran punctually and regularly every hour so made getting into Sorrento easy. I am glad we stayed here out of town as the traffic in the town can be very busy and some of the hotels are right by the road. Thank you to all the staff for such a lovely stay.

Although not in Sorrento town it has so much to offer. Besides being an excellent hotel serving top restaurant meals and having a shuttle bus into Sorrento, it can be a base to walk in the surrounding hills and visiting the quiet beaches like Puolo which has good seafront restaurants. Our bedroom which had a huge balcony overlooking the sea was cleaned and bed made everyday and a chocolate left for us. At this time of the year the outside pool was heated and there is a small gym with six pieces of equipment. There is entertainment about three times per week but there is little else near bye unless you take the hourly free shuttle into Sorrento which has the latest return time of 11.15 pm. There is mini bar, fre wifi, free safe, and tea and coffee regularly replenished. The staff are very friendly and the service excellent with nothing apparently being too much trouble.

We visited in late April the week after Easter. The hotel is located above the next bay along from Sorrento. The hotel provided an hourly bus service which is excellent and we actually preferred the hotel location vs being in busy but nice Sorrento. The hotel itself is comfortable size with approx 60 rooms. It is exceptionally well maintained and cleaned to a very high standard through out. The decor and furnishings in the hotel communal areas could be considered a little dated but nothing that would put you off enjoying your stay. The rooms were comfortable and spotless. We had 312 (big terrace on corner of hotel giving views of the pool and Naples bay ) and 302 standard room with a partial sea view. Worth paying more for sea view. Third and fourth floors best for sea views. Small gift on arrival and nightly chocolates with turn down service was a lovely touch. The cleaning staff are the gem in the crown at this hotel. Food is generally pretty good, especially so given the size of the hotel. Sunday evening is gala dinner night. Unlike other resort hotels the team at La solara make a huge effort. Best meal of the week and something you would be happy to pay £60 per head in the uk. Grand piano played during the meal also adds to the evening. Excellent job. The normal evening meals are silver service for all 3 courses with in addition a very tasty entre buffet appetiser to get your palate going, whilst they cook the starter you ordered. Generally food was nice, some variability in execution, but nothing that was worse than ok. Strangely, given its Sorrento, several dishes eg fish would have been enhanced with a piece of lemon! The waiters are all excellent. There is entertainment 3 times per week. Two seasoned guys who do their thing. Informal relaxed and would appeal mainly to the 50+ audience. Bar Drinks are reasonably priced for a hotel but bar service was mixed. Pool area was really lovely. Plenty of very high quality sun loungers. Nice small lemon tree garden / table tennis place at back of the pool area to chill out. Overall, a really nice traditional hotel, run with high quality service. We left happy.

I can't say enough good things about the hotel. The views are some of the best, the food was delicious with exvellent service, the shuttle to town was awesome and timely, the staff was very helpful and the location is quiet and beautiful.

Only our third visit but it just keeps getting better and better You are so well looked after by each and every member of the family la Solara Perfect location to explore locally or more adventurous excursions They only recommend the best but you can find your own way too on local buses etc We have to go back as still so many new things to return for plus the warm embrace of family la Solara make this a once in a lifetime holiday

On arrival was dropped at the bottom of a steep slope to hotel but a member of the hotel staff soon appeared with a trolley & delivered our cases to the room. Instead of the usual crush at reception we were asked to sit in the lounge & received a welcoming glass of prosecco.Made check in so much easier as everyone didn't go at once. Had a large well decorated room overlooking the pool with a balcony that caught the sun most of the day.Missing having the bed turned down & a nice chocolate by the side of the bed on a night. Dining room has picture windows with great views over the bay. Could not fault the dinners,four courses all well presented and tasty with plenty of choice.Extremely good standard for a hotel kitchen. Buffet breakfast with plenty of choice. Nice large pool & plenty of sunbeds. Although out of town minibus provided from early till late once an hour. Certainly one of the cleanest hotels I have stopped the place was spotless throughout. Every member of the staff we met was friendly,always spoke with a smile. Good service at all times whoever has done the training has done an excellent job. Only two minor criticisms,all the towels were changed everyday maybe the guest could decide when clean towels needed so it could be a little more environmentally friendly.Secondly when a television was on loud in a next door room it did disturb your peace if you were having a quiet read. I would certainly stay there again if I return to Sorrento.

I can not fault this hotel. We enjoyed our stay here. Reception: Antonio was super friendly, just start off shaking his hand & all is great then on. So in the rest of the staff. Rooms: clean comfy heated quiet well equipped. It's real hotel room- not what others said nursing home. My room looked over the ocean & comes with lovely tiles. Housekeeping: all experience looking & friendly, always smiling. Too happy to help if u need anything from them. Meals: we half board & enjoyed the meals laid out. Really nice breaky, lovely dinners with all u can eat salad bar-heaps of choice & that includes breaky. Hey food don't run out & u can get up late & still find food. Early start no worries-dinning room open early for u. Dislikes: the road traffic everywhere in Amalfi coast including Naples & Sorrento. Hotel helps soften this by providing timetabled free transport to & from Sorrento town. Enjoy, we really like this hotel. It's unpretentious, friendly & professionally run. We didn't experience other travellers negatives about this hotel so don't get herd mentality. This hotel is really nice for all people-families, hikers, singles, couples or whoever u are.

We had such a fantastic stay here at the la solara, we didn't have the best weather, it was ok, but not that warm, but the hotel staff, so friendly and helpful made this stay fantastic- the food, breakfast and evening meal were fantastic, delicious, the Gala dinner was lovely, the staff would give my children some different good if they didn't like the choices for the evening, which was very much appreciated. Lunch, buy the pool was also delicious with something to suit everyone. The bus service was essential to take you to town and back. Reliable and always on time! The reception staff were fantastic arranging a taxi for us when we were stuck in town after our hen party at 2am! The last day, the staff opened the kitchen to make us early breakfast at 5 am! They also gave us a lovely packed lunch with sandwiches, fruit, juices, pastries etc to take with us to the airport! Absolutely above and beyond... such a lovely gesture. Love the staff and the hotel, make you feel very at home. The bill for the drinks etc was also surprisingly reasonable. Thanks everyone for making our stay so perfect!

What an absolutely fantastic hotel. What makes it so special? Put simply, the staff. Every single interaction was purely polite and efficient. On arrival we were greeted with the news that we had been upgraded to a sea view. The room was clean, and well kept. And the view...spectacular. In April the pool was heated. The breakfast which was included was thoroughly sufficient. There is a courtesy bus every hour to Sorrento old town which leaves on the hour and returns every 15 past. The WiFi is super fast and a few English channels on the TV including comedy and music. We requested a fan and softer pillows and they were in the room within 10 minutes of asking. I honestly cannot praise this property enough. We cannot wait to return to explore more of the area. Thanks to you all for making our visit special.

We stayed here for seven days at the beginning of April. The hotel is situated a short distance outside of Sorrento but has a shuttle bus every hour to and from the hotel which was very punctual and necessary as the roads are very busy and I wouldn't have been brave enough to walk into town as there are no pavements and lots of bends. Across the road from the hotel is a steep but short walk (maybe half a mile) to a lovely little beach with cafes and restaurants Our hotel room was very clean, the beds very comfortable , we had a very small balcony overlooking the sea with beautiful views. The cleaning staff were very good the hotel was immaculate and rooms cleaned daily with fresh towels and beds made each evening There is a kettle in the room and tea bags and coffee left each day and chocolates! the room has a mini bar fridge We stayed half board and the breakfasts and evening meals were fantastic, buffet style breakfasts with a large variety of foods , cereal, breads, meats, eggs even bacon evening meals had a buffet style salad bar and a menu choice waiter service , three choices of starter , main and dessert , all meals were delicious and we had very friendly waiters , nothing was too much trouble for any of the staff. The weather wasn't great when we were there I only used the pool once and it was clean and heated for April. The hotel provided towels for the pool. If I was ever to return to Sorrento I would definitely return to La Solara

We spent a week here at the beginning of the season (end of March - beginning of April) and it was lovely! The staff were helpful, nothing was too much trouble. The free shuttle down to the town every hour was brilliant! The pool was lovely - best for a sunny day! There was loads of sun loungers and a great view of the sea. Our room was clean, and tidied every day by the cleaners, who also brought fresh towels and chocolates for the pillows each day! What a lovely touch! The balcony was great for when we wanted to sit and read a book. The food was brilliant 90% of the time, and the other 10% of the time it was still good. The waiting staff were friendly and helpful. The wine and other alcoholic drinks weren't extortionate either. We had paid for half board, and wow did we get a lot of food! Buffet style breakfast every morning, and 3 course dinner every evening! I can see why this hotel has a great write up - I think it's the best overall in the area, as you get the best of both worlds: a quiet and beautiful place to stay, and easily accessible to Sorrento when you venture out. We were so grateful for how we were made to feel so welcome.

We stayed for a week's holiday as part of a group. First impressions were very good, a very warm welcome which set the tone for the week as the staff were always friendly, helpful and polite. The room (224) was cleaned to a high standard on a daily basis. The food was excellent, you don't go hungry here. The pool area was very clean. All in all it was a great base for touring the area.

This is the second year we have chosen to spend a week in Sorrento, and what better way of doing this is to book into la Solara for an easy going week. With the added bonus of a courtesy bus La Solara is just far enough out side the town to command some impressive views over the bay . The staff are genuinely warm and welcoming and the hotel just Oozes it's own special charm the rooms are bright clean and spacious with very impressive balconies big enough to through a party on what more could you ask for . Half board is plenty with snacks available through the day

Amazing waiter service,fabulous food . We could not fault this hotel free shuttle into sorrento . If you napped in the after noon your bed is made when you come back from dinner. All the staff are genuinely happy to help . This is the best we have every had from a packaged holiday and will certainly try and make another visit . Thankyou la salary we had an amazing holiday.

Highly recommend the sea view rooms for the perfect sunset and sunrise vista. Ideal location and the free shuttle bus was a great facility. Nothing was too much bother for the friendly and efficient staff. Housekeeping and restaurant service was faultless and the whole team made our stay so enjoyable. Would highly recommend this hotel and will be visting again soon !

Thanks to all the staff at La Solara for another great relaxing family holiday!. As previously 2 rooms next door to one another for our teenage daughters was no problem. Staff are amazing, many of them the same as 2 and 3 years ago which I think says a lot about this lovely family run hotel. Made good use of the pool (heated in April). Food is amazing with waiter service and gala dinner on Sunday evening is excellent. Special thanks to our waiter Nello.

Excellent location. Free shuttle bus into the centre. Quality of hotel very good. Food exceptionally good with local region recipes on every night. Attentive staff. All round service to a high standard and exceptional value for money. Would definitely stay again

Great location, peace and quiet from a day sightseeing or Sorrento town. Balcony overlooking pool and olive groves, lemon trees. Close walk to Puolo Marina - tradititional fishing harbour with small cafes - bellisimmo! Food at the hotel amazing quality - great waiter service at evening meal. Hotel very clean and bright, with excellent views over the sea from lounge/bar area. Any problem, eg our batteries in the safe needed changing - the staff came within minutes. Very attentive to every detail, appears ‘family run'/staff have worked in same hotel for a number of years! Free mini bus to Sorrento every hour upto 11.15 pm - no need to pre-book. Would definitely recommend to family and friends. Enjoy - excellent value for money!

This is the first time we have ever taken a package holiday, so we think that we have been blessed with good luck to find ourselves at such a fantastic hotel. Its location is superb, set high and surrounded by tree-lined hills with west-facing views across the Bay of Naples. It's only a few kilometres from the centre of Sorrento, and the hourly free shuttle bus whisks you there in ten minutes. The restaurant is excellent and caters well for vegetarians.

Bit of a late review but we stayed here in july last year for our 25th wedding anniversary.We picked the hotel based on reviews and we were not disappointed it was fabulous. The lovely Tina on reception who always seemed to be at work gave us a lovely room at the front of the hotel where we sat and watched the sun go down on a night. The hotel was spotless,the food good and the staff lovely.The gala dinner was a real treat with a great atmosphere.We are very much looking forward to visiting this hotel and Sorrento again.

This was the second time we stayed here. The first time we booked a front room with terrace but found the road a bit noisy. The hotel moved us to a nice room with a pool view and a great bathroom. We requested and got the same room again. The staff are so kind and helpful - they really couldn't do enough to help and we are not the easiest guests! The views from the hotel are amazing. The restaurant was very good and the staff were most attentive. The hotel was well situated for walking the network of paths that criss cross the peninsular and also within easy walking distance of a lovely secluded little cove, much nicer than the bathing platforms of the large hotels. I managed to leave an item of clothing behind but it arrived in the post a few days later!

Ok, so the parts that led to the most frustration. The shower is small, and the door is only half a tub length, so water will get everywhere. I know that you are supposed to sit and bathe in Italy. I'm 6'9", There is no way I could fit, I tried. Second issue, the bed. The frame of the bed did not completely support the entire mattress, leaving about 9 inches overhanging. I usually sleep very close to the edge as my wife wanders in her sleep. I feel out of bed twice, once with the mattress below me still. Now the best parts. The staff was amazingly friendly. The maid was very accommodating to our needs and did a great job cleaning. The room size was more than ample. Plenty of storage available for what we brought, and all the things we acquired. The restaurant staff!! We love those guys. My wife had a night that the jet lag hit VERY hard, they offered to send her some food. The food was some of the best we had in Sorrento. Just outside the lobby doors, an amazing view of the Bay of Naples, especially with a great glass of wine at sunset!

A nice, relaxing hotel with first-rate staff, good rooms, ample indoor public areas and an excellent pool. Little noise and modest entertainment - a large TV showing music or football plus, on three nights each week, a keyboard player and singer who were good, especially if given a bit of encouragement. On one evening a succession of good vocalists joined in, making it thoroughly entertaining. The spacious restaurant has views over the little port of Puolo. Dinners were mainly of a high standard with friendly table service and good local wines costing from about €14 upwards. The buffet breakfasts were fine and on par with other Italian holiday hotels I have stayed at. The temperatures were mid-20C to low 30C while we were there so the large pool was always warm enough for swimming. The two sunbathing areas occupied a real suntrap, with a cooling breeze at times on the raised area. On the sunniest days the grounds were crowded with sunbathers but we always found vacant sunbeds, even when arriving mid-afternoon. We made a late booking and, as the hotel was full, were allocated a good room with a very small balcony and no view. The hotel kindly re-allocated us to a similar room that had a large balcony with a side sea view for our second week. There is good, off-road access to the paths and quiet lanes running across the peninsula. The reception staff were very helpful showing us the way to the main path above the hotel and providing a walking map. We used the local buses to increase our walking options and found the Google Maps app excellent - click on a bus stop to reveal routes and times. The Sunflower Sorrento etc book, sorrentoamalfiwalkwithus.com and wikiloc.com all helped with routes. There seemed to be barking dogs everywhere we walked but the few running loose were no problem. A lovely, well located hotel that is very well run.

We visited on 24th September 2018 for 1 week and after staying at this hotel we wish we had booked 2 weeks! The hotel is superb the hotel is clean the food is excellent and the staff are all very helpful and friendly making it one of the nicest holidays we have ever had. The location is perfect lovely views and the courtesy bus into town was ideal. We will return to your lovely hotel .

The staff in this hotel are the best I've ever encountered, the service is excellent, Nello in the restaurant is like a favourite grandad from a Disney movie. It's very clean, but what lets it down for me is its position, you can't really walk back to it as it's on a dangerous road, so your stuck except for the hourly shuttle bus, going to town and returning. I also don't think the food is the best, we ended up eating out even though we were half board, as we thought the food was nothing special and there's so many good restaurants in Sorrento. If the distance from town is not a problem for you, it's a really a nice hotel to stay at because of the wonderful staff..

Great situation just a short shuttle bus ride from Sorrento surrounded by gorgeous views. We shared a room between three and paid a little extra for a sea view - the room was large, clean and bright and the sea view was well worth is - gorgeous. First the location - brilliant for exploring the region - shuttle bus service was excellent and reliable and on time every hour to town and back - even coming out to collect just us on the last day the hotel was open for the season (thank you!). So it is very easy to get to Sorrento and explore. From Sorrento it is easy to get the ferry to Capri or Naples, or the train to Pompeii, and Herculaneum and Naples. We were only there a week so ran out of time to do more than this but Positano, Amalfi and Ischia etc. are also close by so we may have to go back so we can do it all! In other words there is plenty to do here in this region. The hotel itself had a lovely team working there - we arrived late evening and they had saved us a generous meal of antipasti and a dessert. Everyone on reception was lovely and helpful. The restaurant team headed up by Marcello and Nello were friendly and efficient, Angelo the bar man was welcoming and everyone we saw from the maids to the chap by the pool always had a smile and greeting for us. The pool was excellent - great size and lovely and clean with great sunbeds and a good view from the upper terraced area and even a changing room and loo right by the pool. There was a bar there too but we didn't use this and there were clean towel available daily by the pool. We also used the small gym a couple of times - not state of the art machines but more than sufficient for this size of hotel with two treadmills, a cross trainer, two bikes, hand weights and weights machine and a couple of yoga mats. Water and towels in there is a great touch too and nice private room (i.e. no glass walls onto reception or pool area etc.!). We booked half board and had breakfast (the usual buffet fare with nice fresh fruit and pastries too) and dinner there each night (though we could have had lunch or a packed lunch instead if we had wanted to eat in town one evening - the food was so nice we decided to stick with the hotel though!). Usually five choices or starter main and dessert - all the pasta dishes we tried were lovely (the cheese ravioli starter in cream sauce was my fave!), we also had a variety of good fish, chicken, beef and turnkey dishes through the week and the ice cream was delicious too. Sunday is Gala dinner night with a pianist playing throughout and a couple of other evening each week they have live music in the lounge/bar area too. Wine list reasonably priced and what we tried was good - would be nice to have the full wine list available at the bar too. The room we had was brilliant space wise - lots of hangers, shelves, drawers, space in bathroom etc. Kettle and tea/coffee in the room was great and there was a mini bar, which we didn't use but we did stick our own drinks in the fridge to chill. Could have benefitted from a little updating though - no fan in the bathroom which may have explained the damp smell (easily solved by shutting the door while you are in the room) but room cleaned everyday and towels replaced and turn down service with a chocolate early evening etc. On our last day we were the last guests in the hotel but they could not have been more helpful - we weren't rushed, they waived the late check out fee and took our cases out to the coach for us even though there was a big storm and the poor chap probably got soaked! All in all a great hotel,with an impressively friendly team of staff - an ideal base for a holiday in this interesting region - hopefully one day we will be back!

Our first visit to this area of Italy and it was one of the best holidays we have had in Europe..Much if this us due to our stay in this great hitel..When we checked in we were disappointed with our room as it was dark and at thhe back of hotel but after mentioning to the Manager we were moved at no additional cost to a bigger brighter room...The food at dinner is great and the local wine was delicious..It is however the staff that make all the difference...Massimo, Nello and all the restaurant waiters are just a delight and so nice!!..as are the cleaning ladies who without doubt have the hotel spotless...Id highly recommend this hotel and the shuttle service us a dream..you get the best of both worlds..peace and quiet out among the lemon and olive groves ...will fed be be..loved it!!!..

The hotel La Solara was our base for a 5 day trip to Sorrento and the Amalfi coast. The room was bright and airy, nice size, bathroom functional. Breakfast in the dining room was excellent, other meals well done with professional chef staff. One of the nicest features was an hourly shuttle to Sorrento that was great for nightly excursions into town. The front desk staff was very helpful and assisted in a "dental emergency" on a Saturday night. They were gracious and caring, made us Americans feel "at home".

We stayed at La Solaro in 2011 and decided to return. Massimo, the front desk manager and Nelo, the head waiter recognized us and welcomed us back. This is an excellent location while traveling the Almalfi Coast and Metro Napoli. We noticed some remodeling....bravo ! The food is still delicious and the ambiance is still wonderful. We still recommend La Solara !

I am fast running out of great words to describe the Best Western la Solara. We went with some friends this time & they enjoyed every minute of their stay, & their two children were spoiled rotten by the amazing staff & all we can get out of them is "when can we go back?" They also looked after us as well & made our stay memorable as always, what an amazing team they are. All I can say in closing is ben fatto di nuovo La Solara & see you soon.

Stayed for 7 nights on half board basis. The room was large enough with a good amount of storage, a mini bar and a balcony. Even though we were on a no smoking floor, the balconies are not no smoking and this spoiled some of our time on the balcony as we had to go inside due to the awful smell. I think visitors ought to be told this. The top of the wardrobe was extremely dusty, we found this out when taking our case down to re-pack and was covered in dust. The pool area was large however, the tiles became very slippery when wet, indeed we saw a man fall over. There were many repeat visitors to the hotel and from our point of view they received a better service than we did as first time visitors. The shuttle bus is an absolute necessity at this hotel, it ran on time both to and from Sorrento. Breakfast was good, unusual combinations but a good chance to try new things. The pastries and cakes were outstanding. Dinner had plenty of choice, anti pasti - serve yourself, then three courses. There was plenty of food. Drinks were not included but prices were not exorbitant when compared to prices in Sorrento and surrounding areas. The clientele when we were there was definitely over 65s. All in all a very pleasant stay in a quite old fashioned 4 star hotel.

We were recommended to try La Solara by two close friends and we were far from disappointed. Our room was wonderful, clean and bright (sea view and terrace). The staff welcoming, friendly, helpful and attentive. The breakfast fantastic, evening meal very good in deed and the menu changes each day. The shuttle bus on the hour was a godsend for those wishing to immerse themselves in the beauty that is the City of Sorrento, with a return at quarter past the hour, gratis. The pool is a great 23 x 12 metre with a great bar and sun loungers available, though I preferred to trek down the hill to the beach. There is a superb view out across the gulf of Naples to Ischia. For the more adventurous there are tracks up into the surrounding hills to further exceptional views. Failing that, there are reasonably priced excursions to all the major local attractions: Herculaneum, Amalfi Coast, Ischia, Pompeii and Capri.

This hotel regularly gets 5 star reviews and having spent two weeks there I can see why. Everything is top quality from the food, to the rooms, to the pool, and the shuttle service into Sorrento and back. Sorrento itself is an excellent centre from which to explore the Amalfi coast, Pompeii and Naples, and I would strongly recommend you do that. There is no need to book expensive tours as the buses and trains are very cheap [compared with the UK] and reliable. Mario who drives the shuttle bus exclusive to this hotel is superb as he is always totally punctual. The service runs hourly all day long till late evening. That means you can plan your trips on the buses and trains with total confidence, and you can pick both up from the train station, just a few minutes walk from where Mario drops you in Sorrento. We had a room with a sea view which I would also recommend. And I would also suggest visiting Naples. This is a truly amazing city where you can find the work of Caravaggio, or the treasures found at Pompeii in the world class archaeological museum, or just have a pizza soaking up the atmosphere in Italy's most Italian of cities. All this and the dazzling Amalfi coast and Bay of Naples make this a perfect holiday and sightseeing destination. And when you get tired from your travels chill out in one of the only heated swimming pools in Sorrento. If you haven't been here before don't you dare miss it. Get on a plane and go there now!

This hotel was a most pleasant surprise. We wanted a quiet hotel outside of the bustle of Sorrento and this one completely fitted the bill. The regularity and convenience of the hotel courtesy bus meant that there were no dangerous walks on the road in to Sorrento and also that it was very easy to ‘pop' down for an hour or two. The service in the hotel was unassuming but friendly and efficient. The gala dinner was a super way to spend our last night at the hotel. The swimming pool was a really decent size and the whole pool area was quiet and relaxing. Food was good and the hotel spotlessly clean. All in all a superb find.

Absolutely loved this holl Perfect setting Lovely staff Lovely clean room Food was lovely serving staff had lovely manners always happy to help makes changes for my daughter Mini bus to take you to shops etc v regular and stunning area it was Pool area was perfect stunning views Red hot The prawn cocktail at the pool bar was amazing!! Will definitely return

Would advise anyone to stay at this hotel,great quiet location a bus supplied by hotel every hour into Sorento runs until 2315 hrs. Staff always willing to help and assist any way they can.The hotel is spotless and wc's immaculate.Great pool area no shortage of sun beds. Waiter service in dining room ,good choice of food every evening ,we will be returning again.The service 5*, location 5* Rooms 5*

This is the third stay at this hotel and I must say that if anything it gets better and better. The staff are very friendly, professional and extremely helpful nothing is too much trouble to sort out. The food is sublime proper restaurant style with choices and always delicious, the Gala nights are fabulous. As for the cleanliness all I can say is that the hotel is cleaner than many hospitals it is spotless and we had clean towels most days. The facilities are second to none. If you look really hard you may find the odd negative comment on here but I know for a fact rather than leaving things to moan about when you get home if you approach the staff the will always go out of their way to put things right. I am now retired but when I worked I had the odd occasion at times to stay in various types/standards of hotels but this is by far the best I had ever stayed in, wonderful. We have no hesitation in recommending this hotel to anyone and I am sure we will return again.

We had a room looking over the pool. The reception staff were professional friendly and very helpful. The trip on the motor boat to Amalfi was an 8 hour delight, despite the choppy return. Pompei 4 hour trip was excellent too. The pool is a good lengths pool. The restaurant waiters are very efficient. Food choice was good, we were there a week. The evening entertainment is twice a week and music, suitable for older couples. The road into Amalfi shouldn't be tackled on foot, traffic is very dangerous and no pavements. The hourly shuttle bus sorts this problem, it's free. The cleaners work their socks off. The location amongst pine and lemon groves is lovely. Sorrento is a lovely place to visit. We really enjoyed our stay.

Returned from Hotel Solara a week yesterday, and still cant believe how lucky we were to have chosen this Hotel for our first visit to Sorrento. You can certainly trust the excellent reviews, the standard of the meals, waiter service, front desk and the cleaning /service staff was faultless, the Hotel/rooms are spotlessly clean, the staff are all extremely helpful but not pushy which made our stay relaxed and. If you enjoy swimming the pool (23x12mtrs) is fantastic, if not ther are plenty of sun beds to chose from with lots of shad available. Perhaps the only downside was the fact that our room only had a side sea view with a small sunless balcony, we would certainy book through the Hotel independantly next time to ensure we could arrange to have a room on the front aspect, but this is a personal point of view, and no critisism of the Hotel. A word about the courtesy bus into Sorrento, this really is the iceing on the cake, leaves every hour, returns every 1/4 of the hour, fantastic service. Thank you Hotel Solara for a memorable week.

We have just had a week in this hotel. Our second trip to Sorrento but first to La Solara. We thought we had booked a sea view through Tui and went to complain. On checking the detail we found a balcony yes but not with sea view. We spoke with Massimo, the guvnor. He listened to our issue and said he might be able to help,tomorrow. Sure enough back from breakfast he had found us a room with sea view and balcony with lovely views. That is a sign of the great service at this lovely hotel. Without exception the staff were great, Massimo and Nello were outstanding. The breakfasts are good but nothing special. The dinners with waiter service were excellent and the gala dinner really special. There is great wine menu and we were able to get a great local red for €14 a bottle, a decent Italian Sauvignon for €18. After dinner drinks were a generous measure and only €4 or €5 for premium spirits (Remy Martin or Glenfiddich). The swimming pool is a great size, the sun deck offers beautiful views. The hotel is very clean and beds very comfortable. This is a genuine 4 star hotel but the service merits 5 stars. We won't be going back to Sorrento in the short term, but when we do it will be to La Solara!

This was our second visit to Sorrento (our last visit was 20 years ago and we stayed in the town itself). We wanted to try a hotel that was outside of the town and chose La Solara partly for its good reviews - we weren't disappointed. The hotel is about 3 km outside of the town, but the hotel provides a shuttle service by minibus, which gets you to and from town in around 7 minutes (beware - it is very prompt, so don't be late!). We chose to pay a little more for a sea view room and were very happy with the room - it was a good size, nicely furnished, had efficient air conditioning, a kettle with tea and coffee supplies and a lovely balcony. If you want a view of Sorrento then you will need to stay nearer the town itself, but we found the view lovely anyway. The hotel is above the main road, but then so are most of the hotels in and around Sorrento, and although there was some traffic noise we found it fine - if the balcony doors are closed at night the traffic couldn't be heard. As we were celebrating our wedding anniversary, we found canapes, a fruit platter and a chilled bottle of Prosecco in our room on arrival, which was a lovely touch and very welcome. All the staff were fantastic; friendly, approachable and helpful. Restaurant staff were professional and paid great attention to detail. Food portion sizes were just right, the food was always piping hot and tasty. The housekeeping staff kept the room spotless. The pool is large and although felt a little cold on first getting in it was fine once you were accustomed to it and as we had amazing weather whilst we were there it was great to be able to return to the hotel after a visit to the town and chill by the pool. Pool towels are provided and there was never a problem finding a sun lounger - there were retractable awnings too if you wanted some shade. All in all, we couldn't find any fault with La Solara and would be happy to return - missing it already!

I got to the hotel and on the way I had damaged my knee.. Massimmo and Tina were very considerate and drove me to the nearest hospital.. and also collected me from the hospital when the procedure was completed. All the staff at the hotel are very friendly and cannot do enough to make your stay comfortable. I would say its the staff like Massimmo, Tina, Franco and Nello (who serenades if he likes you) that make the whole experience memorable.

This was our second visit to Sorrento but first to this Hotel. On our first visit we covered all the attractions of the area so this time was about relaxing by the pool and regular visits to the beautiful town of Sorrento. We stayed in a sea views room (recommended) on a half board basis. The breakfasts were adequate but not exceptional. The evening meals were of a very good standard in terms of choice and service. The room was comfortable with large bed good size bathroom and balcony with 2 deckchairs 2 chairs and table. The room was equipped with a good minibar fridge and probably the most user friendly efficient air conditioning I have encountered. The only criticism was the bath with overhead shower and folding screen could do with updating. The pool (25mtrs) and surrounds with ample sunbeds excellent. The hourly minibus service into Sorrento also excellent. Last pick up at 23.15 sharp, miss it and the taxis are extortionate. The hotel is set on a hill between two headlands to the west of Sorrento. The sea view takes in distant views of the islands of Ischia and Procida and western extremities of Naples. The views to die for are to be found from hotels further east in the hills overlooking Sorrento with a backdrop of the mountains behind Sorrento, Vesuvius and Naples. Nevertheless the views from La Solara do have their own charm. Also be aware that the hotel is set back from a very busy winding road, motor bikes and scooters often with straight through silencers race on this road and there are times when it like watching and listening to the Isle of Man TT. We spent most of our evenings on our balcony so at times this noise could be irritating. However with the wonderfully warm nights, the lights sparkling on the sea and a few wines, not much of a hardship. I should add that with the double glazed door shut and air conditioning on any outside noise did not disturb us. Finally, we really enjoyed our stay at La Solara, and it was evident that many guests return regularly, although this is not our thing, I can understand why. We travelled with Tui from our local airport Bournemouth. For anyone coming to the Sorrento area for the first time with a view to taking in all the wonderful tours on offer, I would look at alternatives to Tui. Riviera Travel is worth a look.

Don't know where to start. Friendly staff - they acted like one big family, always with a smile. So clean everywhere. Large pool next to a bar. Outstanding breakfast - so much to choose from. Only had dinner there once, but it was really good. Free wifi throughout the hotel. From 8 to 23 on the hour, free bus to the city center - always on time. Nice view over the bay. It is just a hidden gem. I would like to go back just to relax. It is a litlle pricy, but it is worth the money.

The room was large, but a bit dated. We had a great view from our balcony, I'm sure some of the rooms have really stunning views. The staff was very nice and helped us arrange a boat tour to Capri very last minute. We found it odd there wasn't a corkscrew in the room. We had to go to the restaurant to get a bottle of wine open. The shuttle is very convenient for getting into town, but it only runs every hour. Would be nice if it was a bit more frequent. When we arrived from the train station we walked to the shuttle spot and apparently just missed it because it was about an hour wait. I recommend getting a good handle on the shuttle times and trying to time it well. Overall, though, lovely property.

Three weeks before our break and we struggled to find somewhere to stay in Sorrento that met our requirements within a set budget. Hotels available were either too expensive or did not appeal. So not wishing to give up (we'd heard lots of good things about Sorrento), we googled Amalfi Coast and Hotel La Solara was displayed. We were definitely not disappointed as this is a lovely place to stay. The staff were wonderful, warm and friendly, the hotel clean and welcoming. We booked half board and enjoyed a good variety of food and plenty of it. The pool area speaks for itself as the hotel is blessed with a great pool and bathing area which is peaceful retreat after the noise of the city. We loved our break and would definitely recommend a visit.

Reserve a sea view room..you won't regret it. The staff are friendly and the hotel is really clean. The free shuttle to downtown is a big plus. We enjoyed the pool and the view from our room. There is a beach about a half a kilometre down the road..it's a sandy beach with lots of nearby restaurants.

Just returned from a week in Sorrento at the Hotel La Solara, although it is important to note that the hotel is a couple of miles outside of Sorrento, but this was not an issue as the hotel provides a shuttle bus which worked for us without a problem. The hotel is located a 15 minute walk from Marina Di Puolo a pleasant inlet with a shingle/stone beach and crystal clear water to swim in. The hotel itself is fairly dated in terms of decor, but spotlessly clean. The food was simple but very good. Breakfast included a good selection of cereals, hams/cheeses/fruit/bread/scrambled eggs/bacon/cakes/pastries. On the half board option dinner was a 3 course affair with generally 3/4 choices for each course. The waiters were all pleasant, some more than others and a special word for Nello whose smile and demeanor and ability to easily assist was perfect. The room was fine, if a little dated, but everything worked well including the much needed air conditioning. Again spotlessly clean with new towels every day. Our only complaint was the shower over the bath which was cramped and not very powerful. We had booked a room with a separate shower but for some reason did not get it. Not sure if that was a breakdown between TUI and the hotel, however it was not the end of the world. The pool was excellent, and during our stay plenty of room for a good and proper swim. There were always sun beds and towels available. Finally I must mention the reception desk. Tina was lovely and welcoming when we arrived and always available with a smile on her face. A special mention though to Massimo who helped us to get some tickets to see the 3 Tenors at the Museo Correale di Terranova. He was so patient and helpful, and so funny afterwards (He will know why). A lovely personality to have front of house.

First time in Sorrento and also to this hotel. Found the hotel to be very relaxing because of the exceptional service of the staff. So friendly and nothing was too much trouble. The food and service was of a high standard with plenty of variety for each of the courses. Lovely large pool with ample loungers around the pool area. Great shuttle service into town. Well done to everyone.

So glad we chose this hotel. We arrived later than expected, restaurant had officially closed. However the hotel had kept it open and had a meal ready for us. Thus was much appreciated. The staff are ALL amazing, so friendly and nothing is to much trouble . We paid extra for a sea view and it was worth it. The room was large for Italian hotels and the balcony was very spacious with 2 sunloungers a table and chairs . The view from the room was lovely. Breakfast buffet style with a good selection of hot and cold. Lunch at the poolside were delicious and large. ( you can swap dinner for lunch if you give reception notice) Evening meals good ( I'm not a fussey eater) however my partner is and the restaurant staff were very accommodating and offered alternatives . The shuttle bus to Sorrento is fantastic running to and from the hotel hourly. Dress code: Men only need to be casual smart on gala night. There is an iron and ironing board available from reception. Just ask. Swimming pool is lovely with plenty of sun loungers. I have rated this hotel 5 because everything was to my satisfaction. It's not an English 5* so don't expect slippers, dressing gowns etc. I would recommend this hotel and if I return to Sorrento would definately stay here again.

Dear all the staff at Hotel La Solara, This was our second visit to the hotel and Sorrento in the past fifteen months (this time, a treat for my 30th birthday) and just wanted to thank each and every one of you for another great holiday. The following review will encompass some of our highlights from last year as well: Rooms: Clean, bright and well furnished with everything you need from a room. This year we were lucky enough to have a room on the top floor with a terrace over looking the pool which was a perfect for an aperitif before dinner watching the sunset over Capri so we'll worth asking if they have any available at the time of booking. Hotel Services/Staff: Each and every single member of staff who work in this hotel from the desk staff, bar staff, pool staff, restaurant staff to the cleaners are an absolute credit to the hotel. It's nice in a world of corporate attitudes that Hotel La Solara has maintained a lovely family run atmosphere. It was so lovely to return last week and to receive such a warm welcome from everybody. Beautiful location in the hills just outside of Sorrento with the luxury of the free shuttle bus every hour. Excellent food (albeit huge portions, especially the starters, so try not to overindulge on beautiful authentic lunches during the day). Very good and friendly service from every member in the restaurant with an excellent wine and champagne list. Day recommendations: The usual suspects, of course (Capri, boat trips, Pompeii, Positano etc) Procida - The smallest of the Phlegraean Islands next to Capri and Ischia but nothing like the other islands. Capri was beautiful, glamorous, immaculate and chic but Procida (where they filmed elements of The Talented Mr Ripley and Il Postino) is so beautifully authentic and rustic it's an absolute must for anybody who wants to go off the beaten track. Don't expect luxury, but if you want to eat fresh sea urchin on the waterfront watching the world go by with a carafe of vino locale before walking the entire island and admiring the rustic beauty of the architecture and the views of Naples then this island is a real must! Naples - Terrible reputation, beautiful city! If you're a classical music or opera lover, check out what's showing at the Teatro Di San Carlo. I had booked tickets last year for Carmen and it's absolutely stunning. If you *do* choose to go to Naples and want a more comfortable journey home, Massimo and Tina booked is a car back which was much nicer than a train or bus! Thank you once again, Hotel La Solara, we will definitely be back. Patrick Callus & Ben Swan (one ‘n') Bournemouth, Dorset

Just back (Sep 2018) from our first visit and have to say this was a great week in an excellent hotel on Sorrento's outskirts. No problem this latter as the hotel runs a shuttle bus service to town on the hour and the quarter past hour back from 07.50-23.15. Paid extra for a sea view room and well worth it. A good size balcony with outstanding views across the Gulf of Naples to Mount Vesuvius. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the restaurant outstanding in the quality of the meals, choice and presentation. A decent size pool which we didn't try as too busy on trips. Don't bother with Capri - hugely over-rated in our view and Anacapri has more going for it. Pompeii, Herculaneum and the Amalfi coast all well worth a visit especially Ravello. Rooms serviced and towels changed daily. Seriously considering going back next year and several guests we spoke to had made numerous return visits. Just an all round excellent hotel deserving its reputation. Go and you won't be disappointed. Oh and Sorrento is really nice with a great evening ambience too!

Great hotel, very friendly staff. Tina on reception helped us with the tours around Sorrento like Herculenium and Mount Vesuvius. She also booked our return trip to the airport choosing the shuttle bus as the best. She booked this for us and liaised with bus company to sort out the best time for it to pick us up and get us to the airport on time. Great views of the bay from our room. Wide choice at breakfast. The shuttle bus into town is excellent, it starts at 07:50 and runs every hour on the hour from the hotel to the town. It returns at quarter past the hour, every hour until 23:15.

Spent 6 nights here, myself, wife, son and daughter. We originally had somewhere else in Sorrento booked but when this became available we changed our booking based on the amazing reviews on Tripadvisor. We booked on a room only basis, so we only ate here twice, both times for lunch on the first and second day of our stay. Both times we all enjoyed the food, the chef even making me chicken risotto on request which was very nice. The pool is large, did find it a bit cold but when your baking in the sun you don't mind one bit. Staff were friendly enough, not to the extent that some reviews make out but perhaps they are returning guests so know the staff better? The bus always ran to time and was a godsend to get into town as taxis would have financially ruined us (more on that later). The whole property did however feel as others have commented like an old peoples home from the communal areas to the rooms, personally I thought it was like a 70's time warp, the place seriously needs some modernisation. One tip, and I don't know if this is standard in Sorrento or if the hotel know's about this, but don't get them to book you a taxi! The chap on reception booked us a taxi to take us from the hotel to the port and it came to 40 euros. Should have questioned when we got in why the meter was already at 17 but was in a rush and didn't think. This left a really sour taste in the mouth, especially as we then went to Rome and paid 15 euros for a similar journey distance. Its a tough one to review for us personally as there really isn't anything wrong with the hotel, its just the other reviews make it out to be so much more than it is that you build it up. I think the title sums it up, pleasant enough stay, and that's how I will remember it.

Just returned from our sixth visit. It is an oasis of calm for us and with two sun-loving teens, we all enjoy just being by the pool and enjoying the peace. Food is delicious and plentiful, everywhere is shiny and spotless. Antonio is always so helpful with our booking, Massimo & Tina are so welcoming. It's always lovely to see the familiar faces of Marcello, Nello & Franco and Antonio who works tirelessly around the pool and Angelo has such a good sense of humour! The “newer” waiters have big shoes to fill, but I'm sure they will be fine as they have excellent teachers! Every time we return, I do feel a bit apprehensive - will it be as good as the last time we were there? The answer thankfully has always been yes. We look forward to visiting again soon.

Our sixth visit.... as good as always... 5 stars ?? There is not one single member of staff that doesn't make you feel welcome. The food is great, the rooms are spotless, a great pool and much much more.

Clean well maintained hotel away from the noise of town centre but hotel provides a free hourly shuttle to and from Sorrento. The shuttle takes about ten minutes depending on traffic. Our room had a balcony overlooking the sea. The decor of the hotel is a bit dated but that can't detract from the lovely atmosphere here. The hotel provides an excellent breakfast. The swimming pool looks out over the sea and provides light snacks and bar service. The hotel staff are wonderful and very helpful especially with families. Would definitely stay here again.

Just returned from our 3rd visit to the La Solara. The welcome, hospitality and service the guests receive at this hotel is why we have returned each year and bumped into other returning holiday makers, families and couples, that we've met before. The rooms are spotless with excellent air con. The food is excellent, plentiful and varied with 4 or 5 choices per course. Every Sunday night there is a gala dinner around the pool with live music. But it's really the staff that make this hotel so exceptional and the reason why so many people like us return year after year. They can't do enough to ensure you have the holiday in Sorrento you have been dreaming about all year. Thank you for all your hard work. It was very much appreciated.

Without a doubt this hotel is made by the staff. They treat every single guest like friends and no request is too much for them. I have to say the hotel itself is not 5 star so if you are looking for a 5 star hotel then look elsewhere, but, the overall rating is definitely 5. It was the fact that we were on our honeymoon so we were upgraded to a massive room with a large corner balcony overlooking the bay and Capri and also with a view over the swimming pool. The balcony was large enough for a table and chairs and also 2 sunbeds. This upgrade was just given without even mentioning our situation and we were very grateful. The rooms themselves are huge with air conditioning that worked perfectly and everything you could need (without being overly decorated or luxurious). The bathroom was large but the shower guard was the only negative in the whole room as it was very loose and didnt really work to stop water flowing out of the shower. The pool is huge and if you want to just relax there then there are plenty of sunbeds for all and they do not allow you to put towels on them to reserve them so you will always find one. There is a bar by the pool and the quiet view overlooking the bay and Capri is beautiful - the surrounding lemon groves are full of cicadas and it was a very relaxing noise to listen to them laying by the pool. There is an hourly bus service to Sorrento which is perfect if you want to go into town for anything (we used it to catch a train to Pompeii and another day to just pop down to Sorrento for lunch) - it's prompt and comfortable and very handy as being outside the busy noisy town of Sorrento is not a problem when you have a bus that runs 7am - 11pm. The final note is the food if you go full board - every night there is a huge choice of dishes (I would highly recommend the fish dishes) and all of these were large and tasty and definitely well worth the cost for half board. A top quality hotel that I think delivers 5 star service and holidays without being overly 5 star in appearance. The hotel owners and the staff should all congratulate themselves on providing an exceptional holiday.

I spent 10 days at La Solara and can recomend this hotel. Situated about 10 minutes from the the town reached easily by their courtesy bus which run from the hotel on the hour until 10pm. Room was comfortable, air conditioned, and clean, a lovely pool area and the staff couldn't be more helpful (grazie mille Nello :) There is a local beach Marina Di Puolo, which is just across the road, but be warned it's busy and the walk back is steep! A chilled out time was had by all!

This was our 3rd stay, and as previously, everything was perfect, all of the staff were fantastic, nothing was too much trouble to them. We arrived late evening to a warm welcome back, and a beautiful meal. Other hotels should learn from the staff at this hotel. Many thanks.

Wow what a stunning place Sorrento and the Amalfi coast is, and La Solara is the perfect place to enjoy it from. This place has the feel of a family run hotel, the staff are welcoming, helpful and extremely friendly. The rooms are a perfect size, all with balconies, the 4 on the 5th floor I think are the best, balconies are enormous and two have sea views. The place is incredibly clean, the staff can be seen working all hours both in rooms and around hotel and they do a fantastic job, it's spotless. The pool is great size and the outside bar and eating area are the ideal way for couple of drinks and food in the shade. The restaurant is fantastic, a four course menu every night which rotates every two weeks with a superb selection of local, regional and more well known Italian dishes, more food than you can eat, brilliant. I was there with my wife and three daughters, aged 18, 16 and 11, one of whom is celiac. Everywhere in Sorrento is incredible in the variety available for gluten free, La Solara is no exception, every evening a member of restaurant staff came over and gave my daughter the gluten free options which were pretty much everything on menu, they made a real fuss of her and everything she ate tasted and looked fantastic, also it was never a problem to make anything from fresh even if not on menu, in truth puts the UK to shame. The hotel on an evening is fairly relaxed and quiet, most seemed to head off into Sorrento, with exception of Sunday when there's a gala dinner outside by the pool which is great. There is a shuttle bus which runs every hour, on the hour, from hotel into Sorrento and return journey from Sorrento back to hotel at quarter past the hour, only a 10 minute journey. Loads of good places to eat and drink and people watch in Sorrento, too many to mention, however I would say Parrucchiano in Sorrento is worth a look, 150 years old, where Cannelloni was invented and stunning inside. I'd also definitely recommend a trip to Capri and Ischia, and you can't miss the Amalfi coast, Positano and Amalfi in particular. We hired a private minibus for the day which was half the price of the standard trips and you can tailor it to suit your own agenda. Same with Capri and Ischia, just get boat from marina and do it yourself, easy and a lot cheaper. There is also a little beach, Marina Di Puolo, literally 10 minutes walk down the hill from hotel, worth a look and some decent little place for food and drink. La Solara is a truly fantastic hotel, I would stop here again and would recommend without hesitation. This hotel is fantastic but what takes it to another level are the staff, in particular I would like to end by saying a huge thanks to Marcello, and the rest of the staff, Nello, Raffaelle, Franco, Angelo, Saverio and Antonio who made a superb holiday even more enjoyable with their friendly faces, humour and exceptional service, Grazie Ciao!!

Sorrento is a beautiful place and is a perfect location to visit other places like Capri, Positano and Pompeii etc. The hotel has an amazing pool and the food is really good. The hotel staff are really friendly and I would recommend this hotel if you want to stay in Sorrento.

We booked a holiday with Tui and as I am a hard working nurse and had been to Italy 3 times previously had been looking forward to the stay. Beware of Antonio on reception very brusque and had little friends ANTs for most of the week, shared the bath with them and the last straw was when the decided to invade the wardrobe. Not much help from reception, telling me it was a hot country and what did I want them to do! I have pictures and videos of the whole sorry tale. When sprayed, housekeeping left dead ants in the wardrobe. I am also complaining to TUI. I payed over 3,000 pounds for 6 days. Please think carefully before you spend your hard earned money.

It's a late review as we've been home for a couple of weeks now, and I'm still dreaming of beautiful sorrento and the lovely hotel La solara, it's just so lovely book it now?? we booked last minute and got a good deal so made it even more wonderful, the hotel is spotless the food plentiful, you can exchange dinner for lunch if you fancy a night out, the shuttle service the hotel provides is first class 7mins into town so easy and last bus back at 11pm perfect as you can't walk from the hotel the roads are to dangerous..... the staff work so hard to make your stay a good one, it's all in the small details, I asked for an iron and board I had it in minutes delivered to my room! The air-con stopped working and in minutes someone was in our room and fixed it, the waiters at dinner are wonderful and so helpful if you have any food allergies or a veggie they will help in anyway and offer you anything, the gala night was so lovely it really made our holiday a special one, on our last morning we had an early start and they made us a wonderful packed breakfast and lunch with drinks to takeaway we didn't even ask for it, so lovely and thoughtful, I would def return, my only one complaint is I had to share a room with my teenagers they were in a bunk bed and to close for comfort?? so they will have their own room next time La Solara you will hold a place in our hearts Italy ???? we love you ??

The property is perched on a hillside with all day sun in the pool area from sunrise to sunset. Well tended gardens, ping pong area, foozball, pool area with table service at your lilo, pool cafe, and a kids pool as well as the large swimming pool - all well supervised. The restaurant is excellent - the breakfast choice enormous and superb food in the evening. The lobby and seating areas and terraces are immaculate and well served by waiting staff. Luggage storage and late checkout was accommodated. You cannot or would be advised not to walk the "death trap" road to Sorrento but there is a free shuttle from the hotel to the town hourly and punctual. The shuttle is modern and air con. The staff at this hotel - special mention to Marcelo and Angelo are top class - know all about the best options for tours like Capri, Pompeii, Vesuvius, Amalfi, train times, they engage you in friendly conversation and are really incredibly and genuinely pleasant. Reception will book and get you deals on the Capri boat rentals and Monte Solara climbs - and they have excellent limo contacts for transfers. We all loved it here and the other guests were also of the same mind - relaxed, well mannered, and easy to be around. Highly recommended! For a business user the WiFi could be better. The bathroom and shower are just not big enough unfortunately. The shower is not adequate if you are over 180cms tall and there is little wriggle room if your are over 70kgs. It is a pity as it is the only negative thing that I have to say about the property but because you tend to shower morning and evening - at least I do - it is an inconvenience that you notice - sorry guys - for what was otherwise a flawless experience :(

This is my 13th year,and 14th visit(I was lucky to visit twice, this year) to the wonderful, Hotel, La Solara. My personal circumstances have changed, but I am so very pleased to say Hotel Solara is as wonderful as ever! From the minute you step in, until the (awful) time to leave, and I can assure you, you will not want to leave..... The beautiful location, the marvellous menus, and food, the cleanliness, everywhere, the handy, shuttle bus, but most of all the absolutely marvellous staff whose whole aim is to ensure you, have a great holiday..., a quick mention of the great pool, I consider all the staff my 2nd, family, roll on July, 2019, and do visit the lovely peaceful lemon Grove.

I recently stayed at this hotel in Sorrento, Italy and it was everything I could have ever wished for!!! On arrival staff greeted us with a warm welcome and rooms were promptly provided and WiFi code provided. Rooms are spacious, clean and all necessary amenities are provided! They also provide a free safe and kettle with tea and coffee supplies topped up daily!! Air conditioning is great and rooms are cleaned spotless daily!! The pool area is relaxed and comfortable with no need to worry about sun bed availability...there is enough for everyone and plenty of space to relax either pool side or on the terrace. The pool is big enough to suit both adults and children and faultlessly clean!! The bar and restaurant provided something for all and the food is divine at a reasonable price. This leads me on to the staff at the hotel who simply can't do enough for you! You are not just a number but a guest who is valued and looked after. They are friendly and caring and really helped me feel home from home! I came to know most of them on first name terms and them me due to their hospitable manners. The hotel provides a courtesy bus with regular drops into the town and picks up to return, it's is in a great location and only takes 5 minutes or so down to Sorrento. The views from the hotel are also spectacular and you can't get enough of the amazing sunsets. I would highly recommend this hotel and can't fault it! It is suitable for all and the staff and management and created a great ethos and atmosphere to help enable guests to have a splendid visit!!! I can't wait to return one day...

The staff here "make" the hotel., In all departments throughout they are always friendly and nothing seems to be too much trouble. My sister and I had 2 rooms on the 4th Floor this time, fortunately l had the one with views down to the coast, lovely to sit and have my first morning coffee, The Hotel is surrounded by olive trees on the outskirts of the town centre, but they lay on an hourly bus which takes runs from 8.00am - 11,00pm. Perfect.... we plan a return visit.....this says it all.

Good old fashioned service, nothing to much bother.English spoken by staff. hotel spotlessly clean. food superb ,plenty of choice. Pool area superb plenty of sunbeds and sun parasols. Good hourly shuttle bus service into town (needed as to far to walk and taxis complete rip off for price)

Stayed here in July for the 2nd time in 4 years. What makes the hotel great are the staff, from the minute you check in, the reception staff are welcoming. Both of our visits we haven't arrived until around 10 p.m. and both times the restaurant have saved cold meats and salads for us, along with dessert to have after checking it. It's a great touch and much appreciated. The restaurant staff are amazing. Have to give another mention (as I did on my last time there) to Marcello, Nello and Franco. Our son (called Rhys) gets nicknamed Ricardo for the week. He speaks a little italian and Marcello helped him a lot with his italian and gave him confidence to try and speak more of it and now he is 19, Marcellow treated him like an adult (getting him to sign the bills etc). Nello looked after us at breakfast and dinner. Including providing us with a tray to put some breakfast on to take up to the teenagers for later as they often missed breakfast! Nothing is too much trouble. The reception staff were very helpful when we needed to call a doctor out to treat and ear infection and did their best to help us on our last day as we flew at night and because the hotel was full they couldn't extend the room. Although the rooms are not posh, they are spotlessly clean and have everything you would need. We had a side room with sea view (last time had full sea view from room at the front of the hotel). The view wasn't as good from the side but you get much bigger (huge) balconies on the side of the hotel - whereas the front rooms have smaller balconies. The only two changes I would make to the hotel are the entertainment - just a different singer or two throughout the week for variety would be good. The current entertainment is definately aimed at an older crowd! It would also be good to have a shower room (either by changing room / toilets or by the gym) for the last day if you are going home early and have to check out your room.

Lovely friendly hotel. We were there to celebrate our wedding anniversary and were given complimentary fruit and wine. Our room was lovely, right next to the pool. The food was fantastic, there are great sunset views from the dinning room. The hourly complimentary bus service to Sorrento is very handy. Very comfortable clean hotel. If you are looking for a hotel in a quiet location, but with the busy town of Sorrento a short ride away, this is the one to pick. Highly recommended.

What a great hotel, wonderfully clean with fabulous staff. Our flight was delayed slightly so we didn't arrive until 23.00 however, the waiter had prepared us some food and sat us down before we had to do anything else. The dining and bar staff here are the best we have encountered on our travels complimented by great food in our opinion. The Sunday evening gala night was memorable with 5 courses. Sorrento is beautiful and the trip only takes about 10 mins using the hotel shuttle bus where you are greeted with hundreds of restaurants,cafes and shops. Overall a very relaxing holiday. Our only slight negative is that there could be more entertainment available although this would not stop us from returning.

We went back for our second holiday at La Solara in June this year and can honestly say it was better than ever !!! - We were met by the lovely Massimo and Tina on Reception , wow what a welcome we had, they are like long lost friends !!!! Our room was wonderful,with a beautiful terrace and a view of Capri when we awoke every morning - sheer bliss. Massimo ,Tina and Antonio cannot do enough for you and will always help to make arrangements for tours, trips etc - the Amalfi boat trip was spectacular, all arranged by Massimo !!! We were royally looked after in the Dining Room by Marcello, Nello, Franco, and of course the fabulous food turned out by all the Chefs - the special fish dish EVERY evening was our favourite main course with the desserts to finish it off and the Frascati of course - the sunsets STILL took our breath away even after seeing them last year - quite breathtaking to see. We spent hours in the swimming pool every day ably looked after by Antonio providing our morning coffee and fresh towels daily - heaven !!! Lello,Carlo and Umberto entertained us regularly in the lounge and at the superb Gala Dinner each Sunday - the trouble the Hotel go to to to make this a spectacular evening is unbelievable - it is simply stunning !! Angelo ,our favourite barman, always looked after our every need in the elegant lounge each evening and had a really good sense of humour !!!!! Bruno (the indispensable carpenter, electrician, case mender etc etc) was always around if you had ANY problem with the room etc and Mario and his courtesy Bus to Sorrento each hour - well what more can I say !!! There is absolutely nothing we would change at this hotel - Fantastic, friendly staff, fantastic room, food and company - What more would you want for a beautiful holiday to Italy - Roll on June 24th 2019 - WE WILL BE BACK !!!!!! Wendy and Brian xx

The Sorrento BW was a mixed bag. The room was bright, roomy and clean. Location was wonderful, but the beds were terrible, I barely slept. After a long day of walking and touring, a comfortable bed is a must! The buffet breakfast, too, was not much to write home about.

Our second visit to La Solara and it was every bit as good as our first visit. The staff really are excellent and nothing is too much trouble for them to help make your holiday. Every part of the hotel is kept spotlessly clean and the food is very good. Lunch by the pool is always enjoyable. We can't wait until we can go back again which will be in 2 years time to celebrate our 25th anniversary.

Stayed here for a week in June. Spotless, lovely food. Stayed in a room with a sea view which was lovely. Hotel bus brilliant. Don't even think about walking it's far too dangerous and why would you with such a brilliant bus.Always on time and runs you home up to 11:15. The staff were the most friendly I've ever met, especially the waiters they were all so kind and accomodating to your needs. It was really nice to stay a little outside town. And finally, the wonderful pool and area. The BEST I have ever seen. No saving sunbeds here, the pool man looks after you and makes sure you have a bed, umbrella and pool towels. Also met some lovely people and had a really enjoyable holiday.

We stayed 9 nights half board in mid June. Our 6th to La Solara - I think this says it all. Another hugely relaxing and enjoyable stay, it just gets better and better. We looked forward to our evening meals every day and were never disappointed. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff here. We will obviously be back in 2019. Thank you to all the staff. Michael & Nuala Belfast

Stayed here in May on our first visit to mainland Italy. Lovely clean hotel with friendly helpful staff. The beds are very hard but if you ask they will add a mattress topper which makes all the difference. Lovely location, perfect for visits to Capri or Vesuvius and Pompeii. There is an hourly curtesy bus to Sorrento from the hotel and it returns from 1/4 past the hour up to 11pm at night which is great. It takes about 10 mins to drive to Sorrento. The hotel is spotless and staff are great. Only down side is the food; i'ts awful! We sat in trepidation wondering what we would be bought next! Only the Sunday evening when they had a gala meal ( I think extra staff were bought in) was the food good. I would stay there again but would only do B&B as with the curtesy bus it is easy to eat better food in town. Rooms on the 3rd or forth floor to the left ( as you look at the hotel) give you a great view of the sea.

Overall a pleasant stay but plenty that the hotel could improve on. Certainly amongst the cleanest we have ever stayed in with the chamber maids constantly cleeaning rooms and common areas all day. The same can be said about the pool which is spotlessly clean and well attended by the life guard who will do his best to get you a lounger should those out already be full. Situated a little way out from town the hotel offers limited safe walking opportunity into town although there is a walk nearby down to the local bay. Be warned this is down a steep hill and is not for those who are less mobile The hortel is adjacent to the bend of main road, though slightly above and at times whilst in the room with the windows open can be noisy for sleeeping. We found the food to be OK but not as excellent as some would suggest. Breakfast is a buffet style with a reasonable number of choices but not as many as you might expect in larger hotels or those with a more widespread international clientele. Our favourite was the lovely pastries especially the croisants with an Italian twist. Dinner in the evening on half board gives a choice of salad starter 'buffet' style. The choice comprises some fairly basic offerings eg sweetcorn . tomatoes etc plus some more local dishes in olive oil and herbs. Both are nice and at least give you an option! The second course is primarily based on Italian dishes eg pasta and Rissoto. The main meal appear to be primarily fish or meat alternatives. We tried both alterantives and feel the fish was generally the better option. Meat dishes lacked some flair being basically meat with a cheese and tomato topping or in a light gravy/sauce. Sweets were better than we have experienced in warm climates, although again limited alternatives, with some lovely cake options. The gala dinner held on the Sunday evening around the pool area is a nice change to havingb to eat indoors. With the weather we had I'm not sure why eating outdoors is not considered a viable option all week. Something we would have preferred. ON the night of the gala dinner we were met by a member of the catering staff but maybe the hotel manager might be a better alternatuve> We have seen this at other hotels we have stayed in where informal drinks before sitting down provides a less formal approach to what is offered here. The meal itself was OK but be warned that as with the standard offering indoors it did take oveer three hours. Fine being on holliday but it might not suite everyone! The staff are very friendly and welcoming and appear keen to do whatever they can to help whenever youi have a problem. Very limited entertainment in the evening and no daytime activities offered around the pool whuich might be an issue for those taking children. Overall a nice place to stay offering reasonable value fir money but one which needs to question there offering and compare with others if they are to remain as popular as they would appear to be TUI reps were OK but as always offered tours at vastly inflated prices. Take a walk into town and consider other options before booking via them. We visited Heculanium by train for Euro15 each including entry - much less than the price being charged via the reps. The other thing that wasn't mentioned before we left is the Euro3 per day per person local visiitor tariff you pay budget for another Euro40 if staying for a week per couple. BIll & Debbie Bournemouth

Just returned from La Solara, yet again another fantastic holiday, everything you could hope for. Food, housekeeping and service as always excellant. This time we used the services of the reception for hiring a car and booking tickets to go to the opera. With some very good advice on the how Italians drive, plus places to visit that are not the normal tourist sites of Sorrento and district. Thank You Once Again. Mr & Mrs R & S A Bainbridge

What an amazing hotel this is, from the moment you walk in you are looked after. We were asked to go straight in to the bar for a prosecco and a snack before we checked in. After relaxing for about 30 minutes we went back to check in, our bags where then taken to our room for us. The hotel was always spotlessly clean and our room was cleaned at least twice a day by the friendly thorough staff. All the staff took a lot of pride in the hotel and the hard work they did. On the first night we were given a free bottle of prosecco at dinner as we were on holiday for our honeymoon and we also had fruit in our room on arrival. The staff are amazing and very hard working in both the bar and restaurant. A trip I would recommend booking is the Amalfi coast trip which is 75 euros each with lunch. You are taken around the coast in a people carrier seating 8 people maximum with air conditioning. Our driver was very friendly and informative of all the areas we visited. The Gala dinner night was amazing all the staff get involved and the night was really good. Every night the food was amazing 4 - 5 starters, 4 - 5 mains and 4 - 5 desserts to choose from. There was a very good mixture of people at the hotel from children to the older generation. Everybody was friendly and there was a great atmosphere watching the England games at the hotel. We would definitely recommend the hotel and maybe one day in the future we will return.

We returned last Friday from another fantastic holiday at La Solara. Since 2000 we have been regular visitors here because we know we will be guaranteed a relaxing time with great food and wine in an immaculately clean hotel and served by a team of staff who are faultless. Sorrento town is a busy place which we enjoy visiting using the free and efficient hotel shuttle bus, but if you want a quieter location, then this hotel could be the one for you. We also enjoy walking and there are many footpaths to be found in the area, including one route which takes you into town. Puolo Beach is a short walk down a steep hill from the hotel, but is well worth a visit if you can make it! Thanks once again to all the staff at La Solara.Looking forward to seeing you all again next year.

Visited here 4 years previously and it was just as lovely now. Friendly staff, beautiful food, lovely clean room. The location is out of town but the handy shuttle makes that no problem. We will certainly come again thank you family for the welcome.

My wife and I had a week at La Solara on recommendation, and despite there being much highly positive feedback on Trip Advisor, we had very mixed experiences. The positives were an excellent pool area, with lots of shade and plenty of sunbeds....so no need to “reserve”. Also all areas of the hotel (lounges and rooms) are beautifully clean, and the excellent staff create a very relaxing atmosphere. Also, the free shuttle bus is a huge bonus. However, I'm afraid we didn't share the enthusiasm for the food! The breakfasts were ordinary, with the sausages and bacon of poor quality, as was the Parma ham.....and the break rolls were all but inedible. The main meals were again, I'm afraid to say, average.....at best. The pasta was not what you would expect in Italy, with the tagliatelle being particularly thick, doughy and disappointing. Also, one big negative (and despite the fact this hasn't appeared much on-line WAS openly discussed by many of the guests) was the shower inside the bath, which because of the size of the adjacent sink was extremely difficult to get into, and for some people with mobility issues (as many DID have) made showering very dangerous. In these days when almost nobody uses the bath on holiday, why do hotels not replace them with comfortable, walk-in showers? One other small niggle is that breakfast finished sharp at 10am.....about the same time as a more business-orientated hotel.....and it's not that the dining room is used for lunch, as that is served outside, so the staff aren't under huge pressure to prepare the room for the next meal. I work hard all year, usually starting my day at 5.30, so I look forward to a slow leisurely start to my days on holiday, and so I feel breakfast should go on at least until 10.30. We are tempted to go back next year because of the significant positives, but we have definitely been put off by what we feel are things that SHOULD be improved for the hotel to be worth its currrnt star rating.

Just returned from a week at La Solara & have already booked for next year!! I think that says it all!! Not sure what is is about this hotel but it's small, friendly & has amazing food! We were half board & will be again next year. Breakfast consisted of buffet style - fruit, yoghurt, toast, continental products, sweet pastries, hash browns, eggs & the best bacon ever!!!!! Only negative is very small cups so a few trips for tea refills! Dinner was a choice of 4 or 5 starters, mains & desert. Each day there was a couple of regional dishes - I had the best lasagne & tiramisu!! Top tip - do not miss the Gala Dinner! It's held each Sunday & was lovely! I won't spoil it but don't miss it!! The hotel is situated just outside Sorrento & there is a complimentary bus on the hour, every hour (8-11) - you can set your watch by it! The bus takes no more than 5-10 mins to the drop off point. A couple of times we had dinner, took the 8pm bus & returned returned at 10.15 after enjoying Sorrento in the evening. I read a previous review which said this is a nice hotel which attracts nice people & I agree! If you want a party hotel with kids club & raucous entertainment this is not your hotel! It attracts people 40plus & has a lovely bar area & a couple of piano nights but do take the bus into Sorrento for evening fun. There is a lovely atmosphere in the hotel & it was fun watching the England football match with everyone. The hotel is spotlessly clean. Our room was big & functional, comfortable bed, good sized bathroom & the best shower I've had in a hotel room. There was a mini bar (standard prices), free safe, tv, hairdryer & complimentary shampoos etc. Balcony was small but had 2 chairs a table & dryer - just right. One of the best things about this hote is the staff. Nothing is too much trouble, everyone is friendly & helpful. A lot of the staff have been there years which speaks volumes. This hotel is a great base for exploring the area, we travelled with TUI & took 3 trips - Vesuvius & Pompeii, Amalfi coast tour & the Dotto train. There is so much more we want to do & see here hence the planned return. As far as we were concerned it was a no brainier to book the same hotel - counting down already!!

Very well run hotel. Large air conditioned room with terrace. Nice pool and beach chairs, where one could lay about, order lunch and drinks. Kind of reminded us of a cruise ship, though not as hectic Lunch is ok. room service dinner was good. Though about 3 miles out of town, there is a free hourly shuttle into Sorrento, so car isn't required. In addition, one could grab a public bus to various towns on the Amalfi coast. Limited parking

Came here to visit some friends who are regular stayers at the hotel. Staff couldn't be more accommodating to us. Fantastic service from all at the hotel, food was lovely - carbonara at lunch was to die for! Attended the Gala dinner on Sunday evening which was a spectacle that everyone should experience once in their life! Keep up the good work!

My wife and I spent 10 days at La Solara from 22 June to 2 July. It was our first trip to this part of Italy and La Solara was a perfect place to explore this wonderful area. The hotel is kept spotlessly clean and the staff are all helpful and friendly. The pool is large but was on the cool side although you got used to it once you took the plunge. Plenty of shade around the pool if needed ( we did ). Sun beds are ok but not the best. We had room 314 which had a huge terrace with views across the Bay of Naples with Ischia in the distance and stunning sunsets. The room was comfortable with a large bed, air con, mini bar, safe and TV. On our final day we had requested late check out as our hotel pick up was at 4.15pm and we were given room 304 for as long as we needed for 50 euros. This was perfect as we could use the pool, have lunch and then shower and nap before heading off. This room overlooked the pool with side sea view and also had a large terrace. The breakfast was ample with pastries, cereal, bread, jams and very tasty bacon and amazing scrambled egg. There were also sometimes continental type sausages, grilled tomatoes and hash browns. Hot drinks are from machines and breakfast is self service. You sit where you like for breakfast. In the evening you have the same table for the duration and there is a menu offering a range of starters, mains and desserts. If you like pasta you will be fine but we found the other options a little bland. There is also a self service salad bar. You won't go hungry that's for sure. Drinks are reasonably priced. The courtesy bus runs like clockwork and drops you 2 minutes walk from the Corsa Italia. From there 10-15 minutes walk gets you to the station and bus terminus. All in all a fantastic holiday and if coming back to the Sorrento area I think we would return to La Solara.

We stayed here for a week last month . Wonderful staff, spotlessly clean , amazing views . Food was really good and lots of choices . Shuttle bus into Sorrento every hour ,wouldn't even attempt to walk into town , the road is very busy and no pavements for some of the way . The only downside was there is no where really to walk to after dinner because of the location . Having said that you can get the mini bus into Sorrento. It runs until 11pm . We had a room with sea view and was well worth paying the extra . Many guests return again and again and I can see why .

First time in Sorrento and so lucky to have booked this hotel. Rooms were quite old fashioned but very clean as is every area of the hotel - spotless in fact. Food is of top restaurant quality and every meal was perfect. The only down side was on the ‘Gala night' menu was more limited than a standard night so gave it amiss. Free shuttle into Sorrento was very punctual and very welcome and the staff were so attentive without being pushy . Excellent hotel - definitely stay again.

We stayed at the BW La Solara for 3 days in early June (suggest booking far ahead), and found its reputation well-deserved. I've stayed in numerous Best Western's in the USA but only one - other than La Solara - outside the United States, and this hotel surpassed them all. The rooms/public spaces were very clean, the in-house restaurant superb (with a fabulous breakfast buffet and a great dinner menu), and the entire staff is friendly and very accommodating. The shuttle bus, which runs frequently, takes you nearly to the center of town, from which you can walk virtually anywhere.

This is a gem of a hotel, nicely located three kilometres out of the centre of Sorrento but offering a courtesy bus every hour from early morning to late in the evening. On arrival you are not, as with most hotels, thrust into a queue at the reception desk to check in, but guided into the lounge bar where you are given a glass of Prosecco and some nibbles and allowed to gently wind down before you go at your leisure to check in. The rooms are exceptionally clean, the staff are exceptionally friendly with no request being too much, and the food matches everything else about the hotel, top notch.

Lasolara is a fabulous hotel ,well situated with an efficient shuttle bus service on the hour taking the 10 minute journey to centre. Stunning views of the sunset from the restaurant and bar. Great food,lovely swimming pool ,with all of this only outdone by the staff who were extremely attentive at all times.Barman ,bus driver,cleaners and reception staff never stopped smiling and took extreme pride in what is a wonderfully run hotel. Can't fault it.

We stayed at La Solara for the half term week at the end of May; our fourth visit to the hotel. Everything was excellent - the weather, the pool, meals, staff, bus, bar, lounge and room. We hope to return again in future. Thank you everybody at La Solara

Another visit to La Solara, & another first class experience. What a team, they can't do enough for you & if you combined that with the location & food why would you want to go elsewhere. Massimo, Marchello, Angelo, Nello & Franco to name just a few, looked after us royally & made our stay very memorable once again. Grazie mille guys See you soon.

The reviews, even the best reviews, do not do it justice. We rarely even discuss revisiting anywhere, but we have talked about nothing else other than when we can return. Whenever we have gone to a hotel on a half board basis the food has been decidely average, but here the food was delicious at every meal. I am a non meat eater and also rarely eat bread, but there was so much choice I did not struggle nor did I eat the same things over and over again. The staff are the best, friendly, helpful but never intrusive. They are always very smart and polite, good mannered and good humoured. The pool area was such a surprise. For a small hotel the pool was huge, plenty of sunbed and shade and a super view. Every part of the hotel was immaculate. The courtesy bus is great, making Sorrento so easily accessible. The hotel location was perfect. Away from the hustle and bustle on a tranquil hillside, the perfect place to relax. We would not hesitate to return to Sorrento and would not even consider staying anywhere else. I think we fell in love with La Solara while we were there.

Another fantastic visit 586956278 2nd visit to this fantastic hotel and we cannot praise it enough, from reception staff to bar staff and the exceptional restaurant staff nothing is too much trouble. Our room was spotless and overlooked the pool, the food was superb and the gala night absolutely fabulous Marcelo and his team did an amazing job. The hotel is sat up the hill from the hustle and bustle of the town centre, but a courtesy bus runs promptly on the hour throughout the day. We would not look at another hotel in Sorrento and cannot wait to return.

We spent a week in Hotel La Solara at the beginning of June and had an excellent time. All the staff were very welcoming and keen to help us make the most of our stay. The Hotel is nicely situated a couple of miles from town with beautiful views across the bay. The excellent hourly shuttle bus made visiting town easy and the pool is a good size. Our room was spotless and the food was great too - thank you for a wonderful stay.

We recently returned to Hotel La Solara for the third time in four years.After each of the first two visits I was able to write reviews giving the hotel the highest grades possible .However, sadly,this time we were rather disappointed.The hotel felt rather tired.Although some courses were very good at dinner,there wasn't one meal where the whole meal was excellent.Some courses were not well presented and were certainly not what one would expect in a four or five star establishment.Some courses had too much oil.We had not experienced this before.Service was also often rather slow.Two ladies on a nearby table waited for half an hour for their first course. For the first time,also,we had to request for our room to be recleaned on one occasion. This is very disappointing to us as we love Sorrento and have loved the hotel until this visit.One suspects a lack of senior management direct overseeing.We would love to return but will not until improvements have been made.

Such a really nice cleanfreindly hotel.room was spotless bathroom spotless towels changed every day mini bar stocked up every day tv and tea and coffee in the room .breakfast really good and evening meals were amazing. You keep the same table through out your stay and the waiters spoil you rotten.gala night was sensational you will go home slightly heavier than when you arrived.what a really nice high standard hotel we will return.

Warm friendly welcome on arrival cases delivered to the room.spotlessly clean food amazing staff can't do enough relaxing ,courtesy bus on the hour takes you in to the town,and brings you back.tea and coffee in the room plus tv and a much needed mini bar on a hot day.this is a lovely hotel will definitely be going back.

This was our first visit to Sorrento and we were not sure what to expect. Our flight out to Italy was very late and we did not arrive at our hotel until midnight. We were met by friendly staff who took care of us and our luggage then led us into the dining room where a meal was waiting. The staff are all from a bygone era and all wear shirt tie and waistcoat. The dress does nothing to lessen their friendly caring attitude. The décor in the hotel is a bit sixties however this just lends something special to the place. Our room had a magnificent balcony with a stunning view across the Bay. We were staying on a half board basis and we were astonished at the superb quality of the food. The presentation of the food was fabulous. We mainly drank the local white wine and found it to be light and fruity and went well with most dishes. The food served was magnificent and I have to inform you that there is a comprehensive buffet available to all diners as well. The hotel boasts a beautiful swimming pool and a fitness suite and for the more athletic there is a lovely small beach and harbour about 2k from the hotel. The hotel also offer a wonderful free coach to Sorrento town. The coach leaves the hotel on every hour then returns at 15 minutes past. ( Please drop some change in the drivers collection basket. He does a great job.). We will certainly be returning in the near future. Loved it. Big thanks to management and all the staff.

Stayed in this hotel at the beginning of May 2018 and would certainly go back. If you can go for a room with a sea view which is superb. My wife and I were celebrating our Pearl Wedding Anniversary and the complimentary extras such a bottle of Prosecco, and large bowl of fruit and a plate of tasty appetizers went a long way to making our day extra special. The staff go out of their to be friendly and the bus service into town works extremely well. Breakfast consisted of a mixture of hot and cold food which should suit most people's tastes. The evening meal consisted of a choice of several starters, several main courses and several sweets, all of which were cooked to a particularly high standard. The gala dinner on the Sunday night was a fixed menu but was nothing short of exceptional. If you are looking for a relaxed hotel with extremely friendly staff then look no further than the La Solara.

I live in dubai and am used to very high standards of luxury even with a 4 star hotel. Traveling in Europe thought me to expect a lot less but Best Western hotel LaSolara in Sorrento showed me I can still have high quality and standards even with a low budget . The place is amazing with very very nice and friendly staff and American quality details. The view was amazing. Attention to details of what is being provided in the room and bathroom was very American style and high standards.The dining hall is spacious and food is very good quality. I am a very fussy traveler and not so easy to please but I give a thumbs up to this hotel.

Stayed here for one week up to the 25th and had the best time. Great hotel and wonderful staff nothing was too much for the team here everyone just wanted to make our stay fantastic. It was exceptionally clean and the food was outstanding. If you are looking for something special then stay here. Slightly out of town but for us that was a plus peaceful and wonderful views. Getting into town was no problem as there was a bus from the hotel free of charge and always on time!! Pool was wonderful as is the restaurant I could go on but my recommendation is just go and stay and see for yourself

The visit to the La Solara couldn't have been better. The welcome staff through to bar, restaurant and housekeeping staff were very good without exception. We were on half board and in a 3rd floor room with a large balcony facing the sea. The food at breakfast and dinner was in the top tier and we would recommend this hotel to all.

The service at this hotel is really great. Rooms are clean and we had a great view of the Bay of Naples. Request a sea view for a balcony on the front side of the hotel. The food is good, we had a half board package so we felt obliged to use the restaurant. The menu changes daily which was good. The pool area was a bit disappointing, more could be done with this. However we were still slightly out of season in April. The wines available were of good quality and our drinks bill at the end of our stay was very reasonable. The only negative here was that you had to pay for water at dinner and tea. Although th same bottled water was free at breakfast? By far the best part of the stay was the free shuttle to and from Sorrento centre. It runs all day and picks up from the same drop off point. Sorrento itself was nice although far more commercialised than I was expecting. You can get the bus from outside the train station. The information centre at the station is very useful and the staff there are helpful with booking trips etc. We visited Positano which was a lot more authentic. We struggled with the pram at times as Italy in general is not set up for getting around very easily with kids. There are mopeds everywhere, lots of traffic and not many pavements. Pompeii was very interesting and worth a visit. I would stay at here again but a central hotel might be a better option.

Loved the hotel. The bus service into town is a fantastic free extra given the prices of cabs in Sorrento. Really friendly staff, decent breakfast and great clean pool area with ample sun beds. Food at the pool for lunch was also really good. Not cheap but tasty and good sized portions. Would definitely stay again.

Was taken in by the wonderful reviews and a bit disappointed by the reality of our visit. The property seems a bit older/dated but without the charm of being really old! Common spaces and dining area have a vaguely institutional feel (think nursing home). Staff is friendly. Rooms are fine but not charming. Soundproofing among rooms is a bit lacking--walked down the hall last night to a woman's sounds of apparent great enjoyment. Ants in the bathroom, some problems with the shower drain add up to a meh experience relative to the cost and reviews.

The fact that the hotel is a ten minute drive outside of Sorrento is a plus factor...less noise and hustle and bustle. The fact that an extremely reliable and punctual hourly free bus service is available from the hotel every hour from 8a.m. to the town to 11-15 pm return from town is a significant factor. The view over the bay from the restaurant, pool and some rooms is superb and makes for a particularly fine start to the day and the sunsets are often spectacular. We were fortunate insofar as having a sea facing room on the fourth floor with a very large patio with table and chairs and loungers that overlooked the bay to the front and hill to the side. If possible it is well worth trying to obtain a sea facing room!!! Originally we had booked bed and breakfast but decided to upgrade to half board......a VERY wise decision. Should you prefer a midday lunch rather than an evening meal you can swop provided notice is given the previous day.The food was superb, no two days were the same throughout our stay....Plenty of choice all to a high standard. Set tables for the duration of your stay except breakfast when it is left to personal choice. Buffet style breakfast offering a selection to suit all tastes. Costs of drinks were extremely reasonable. The pool is excellent and it is worthy of stating that shade can be provided to almost any small area surrounding the pool....Very important for many given the high temperatures and strong sun at times. In terms of cleanliness........I find it hard to believe that the hotel, rooms and grounds could be bettered! Equally, I find it hard to believe that the service from ALL of the people that work at the hotel could be topped. From the minute that we arrived to the ungodly hour of the morning that we departed we were treated to customer service of a very high calibre. Nothing was too much trouble, service was prompt and efficient, ALL of the team were friendly, helpful and seem to adopt the goal of ensuring that all guests had a thoroughly enjoyable holiday. I can think of a few hotels that should send trainee managers and staff to this hotel to see how a hotel should be run!!! Do not be deterred by the location slightly outside of Sorrento...all of the main tourists spots can easily be accommodated. Best advice.....Depart very early morning on your final day to avoid traffic....Only took 60 minutes to Naples airport at 6 a.m and avoid the Naples to Sorrento train at all costs!!!!....See my review on the latter....Above all.....Stay at the BWHLS for a wonderful holiday. THANK YOU to all that work at the hotel....We would not entertain staying anywhere else in the event of returning to Sorrento.

Stayed here for 5 nights with my cousin, away from the town , which was great to have some quiet when needed. The staff are amazing, very friendly and helpful, they made our stay truly lovely. We had room only so cant comment on the evening food, but enjoyed a couple of lunches. Nice pool area where you can get coffee /drinks and snacks, which overlooks the sea. Would definitely recommend if coming to sorrento.

Previous reviews from contributors nearly all commented on the friendly and cheerful staff at this hotel but experience is the best test. We were not disappointed. From Tina at the check in desk to Marcello the head waiter and Antonio who has a "special cow" behind his bar which gives fresh milk to take to your room to supplement coffee and tea.The staff appear to be long serving and all enjoy their jobs and making your holiday a memorable experience. The breakfasts become a bit boring after a few days and the facility too make a fresh omelette would be a welcome change. The who hotel is spotless although the decor is a bit garish in places but it's the overall experience that matters. Our room on the first floor had a sea view but there is traffic noise at night if you have an open window. The room was fairly large with a comfortable bed and choice of pillows. The shower over the bath directs water onto the shower screen and this leaks onto the floor to be careful when stepping out of the bath. The free mini bus to Sorrento is a bonus but there is a regular bus service jus outside the hotel into town at fairly regular basis(20mins). But BUY a ticket before you get on board as the drivers do NOT TAKE CASH. No ticket no bus is their policy. The coastline whilst beautiful is also being spoilt by the traffic volume. The coach returning to the airport took 3hrs on a Friday afternoon so be prepared for the unexpected. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay and would recommend.

Stayed at La Solara between April 17-20 with my husband and 2 kids. We were given a quad room (1 queen and two twins). Overall, the room was small but clean. We were very rarely in the room however. As many reviews have noted, La Solara is not in the town center (about 7-10 minutes by drive). The shuttle is once an hour- but excrutiatingly on time! Also enjoyed seeing the skill of the shuttle drivers backing into the driveway from a fairly busy street. The property itself is quite beautiful and kept up. The pool area was very nice- and the kids enjoyed it! Had the breakfast buffet a few times- and had some limited choices as far as hot foods but overall was good. We had dinner there one time- which overall was pretty good. However, I would definitely recommend going into town to eat dinner. Sorrento is very nice, and the perfect jumping off point to capri and amalfi coast.

Thank you so much to everyone at La Solara for making our recent holiday so wonderful. Everything about this hotel is perfect from the wonderful friendly staff to the comfort and cleanliness everywhere. The food is perfect and the waiters so friendly and helpful. The views from the front of the hotel are amazing, sea view rooms best. The complimentary bus service runs hourly all day every day. The pool is enormous and welcoming. Cannot wait to return next year, grazie to everyone, see you soon.

Just returned having spent two weeks again at this first class Hotel. Truly faultless. The staff throughout are so friendly, dedicated, helpfull and competent and a credit to the Hotel. Reception will advise on any queries regarding general information on the area, arrange trips etc. All areas of the Hotel are ultra clean and it is without doubt the cleanest hotel we have ever been to. The food is superb with breakfast commencing at 7am.Full range of hot and cold buffet with excellent choice. Evening dinner starts from 6.45pm and has a self service salad bar to commence followed by waiter ordered choice of various dishes from the menu and WOW the food is excellent. Drinks are very reasonably priced with good wine priced from 13 euros a bottle. The Gala Dinner on Sundays is wonderful. Wi-fi is available throughtout the hotel. The complimentary bus service runs every hour throughout the day and evening from ant to the hotel and always on time. Great views down to the sea and beyond. There is a lovely walk down a steep hill to the small fishing village of Puolo just accross the road from the pathway near where the bus parks which takes 20-30 minutes. Great when you get there but very steep. Well worth the visit. Fantastic Hotel - Highly Recommended - It is the Jewel in the Crown !!

It gives me great pleasure to write this review. Firstly, with an Italian mother born in Naples across the famous bay ....I am a lover of all things Italian. Going to La Solara was like 'coming home' ! When we arrived at La Solara on the 7th May 2018 for a week's stay I instinctively knew within the first 24 hrs of speaking with La Solara employees we would enjoy all the superlatives you would associate with a hotel of this class! From reception to the restaurant to the bar staff to the chambermaids to the pool and bar/dining staff every single employee here knew exactly what constitutes a good customer relationship. For our part all I can say after many years on this planet is that in life if you treat people with respect then you often receive it back in bundles. The food was par excellence, the daily banters with staff were full of laughter and the location excellent. There were music nights which meant we could dance ( sort of !) and we also went for very interesting walks around the hotel. We went for a boat trip to Positano and Amalfi and we saw three budding young tenors at a concert in Sorrento town. These outings were all arranged by the one and only Massimo at reception ! Nothing ...absolutely nothing was too much trouble for these happy employees and although one persons meat is another persons poison this place for us simply ticked all the boxes in the 'excellence' category. Well done all you guys and gals and a big thank you for a wonderful stay !! Grazie Grazie

What can we say, clean happy hotel, staff are wonderful full of personality . Food was superb, this is our second visit here . Thank you to all staff, you make this hotel fabulous. Shuttle bus is perfect running every hour , views superb and quiet.

We booked our holiday with high hopes due to seeing the amazing reviews on here. The drive up to the hotel was great - the lovely air conditioned bus and stunning views. Upon getting to the hotel we were directed up to the reception desk then ushered through to the bar where we were served a glass of champagne each (No good to us as we do not drink - No choice was given on this) a bowl of nuts (which my partner is allergic to) and some crisps (which were very tasty!). We just wanted to get in the room and have a little sleep after being up since about 3am, but we were just left in the bar. Everyone was slightly confused as what to do. No communication was given about what was happening or where we could go or do. Another gentlemen went to check in and was sent back to the seating area. When we were finally allowed to check in we were told the room would not be ready for at least another couple of hours. Luckily the suitcases were left in the lobby so we could change in the toilet into something less British (i.e. out of the jeans and into the shorts!) as the weather was beautiful. A few hours passed and we were allowed into the room. We carried our cases up (But there is a lift if needed) and the room was lovely. Big giant bed, nice sized bathroom. Our balcony was HUGE down the side of the hotel and had little chair and table as well as 2 deck chairs. The balcony was brilliant in the evening before or after dinner as it caught the last of the sun and the views were stunning of the ocean. Dinner was tasty and portions a surprise (for example I ordered a pizza starter thinking it would be a couple of slices and it was a whole one!! Brilliant! Very tasty too). The local speciality dishes were delicious and very well made. We were allocated a table for dinner which was nice as you always knew you would have a table. However I thought a drink would be included in the main meal and the first night we ordered a juice as it is on the dinner food menu thinking it was included but it is not. We stuck with a bottle of water after that as we don't drink. I had a little peek at the wine menu and it was quite extensive so if you do like a bottle of wine with dinner there was plenty of choice. At breakfast you can sit where you want (we made a mistake and sat at our table and were moved to a different one - oops) and there is plenty of choice from cereal to fruit to pastries. The waffles were delicious and the fruit was always fresh. Tea/coffee making facilities at breakfast unlimited and also orange or grapefruit juice or water available. We had one lunch which we swapped from dinner on the gala night as the menu wasn't to our tastes (and allergies??) but we had our last meal at the hotel for lunch and it was great. Staff pleasant, some more than others. Always tidying or doing something, don't think I saw any member of staff stood doing nothing. The pool man who hands the towels out very helpful - bringing us towels to the sunbed just as we get there and putting the umbrella or the sun shade out for us. It was starting to get a little busier towards the end of our holiday but the staff never cut corners. We saw about 3 different maids who definitely worked hard. We always saw the same staff around the hotel which was nice. The hotel itself was spotless. The rooms kept beautifully clean and a nice truffle chocolate left at night??. Not many tv channels in English but you don't come to watch tv do You! Overall the hotel was great. Views were stunning and the complimentary shuttle bus into Sorrento was brilliant. Easy to pop into town for lunch or to grab some water and snacks from the supermarket. And a great way to catch the train into pompeii! Always on time and the driver always cheerful and always greets you. Pictures are views from balcony with the amazing sunsets. Flags in front of the hotel. Next 2 veiws from our walks around the hotel. Second to last was the view on the bus to the hotel. Last one was an orchard in Sorrento you can walk around for free and there is also option to taste the limoncello!

We stayed for a week in early April to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. This was our 4th visit to La Solara and i am sure we will return time and again. We were delighted to be allocated the junior suite on the 4th floor with it's fabulous terrace where we could relax and take in the stunning views and beautiful sunsets. Everything about the hotel is first class. The rooms, public areas and dining room are kept immaculately clean by the dedicated housekeeping team. The evening turn down service complete with delicious truffle sweet is an added bonus! The wonderful heated swimming pool and sun terraces are also kept spotless and it is a pleasure to use the facilities. Breakfast is buffet style with a good range of fresh and well presented options but Dinner is where they really excel! Every evening there is a mouthwatering selection of dishes - some regional specialties, a wide variety of roasted vegetables, salads and sweet treats - something to cater for everyone's taste. An extensive wine list which includes some delicious local wines helps to enhance the dining experience. The courtesy bus which runs between the hotel and the centre of town is brilliant - always on time - and it allows you to explore Sorrento safely. There are however some beautiful and safe walks starting from the hotel - they are well hidden but when you find them they are like hidden gems! Finally, a mention for the staff - they are the key to it all...........each and every one of them is pleasant, professional and will go the extra mile to make your holiday special. The La Solara has it all - a winning combination!

What fabulous location.Very clean and fantastic food. All staff were helpful and friendly I broke my wrist whilst out on a trip and the waiters even helped me with the buffet..Courtesy bus always on time and very useful as we were quite a way up the hill. Would definitely recommend anyone to stay there.

Fantastic hotel and staff, spotless, and excellent facilities, great food, superb location nothing too much trouble for staff,free hourly shuttle bus very handy superb swimming pool, our girst time in sorrento hope to return some day

Our third visit now to this superb hotel. I would urge anyone before deciding on which hotel to stay at to first read the reviews. We were extremely disappointed with the hotel we stayed at on our first visit to Sorrento a few years ago, and looking at that hotels reviews now I see things have not changed at all. I really feel sorry for some of their guests. It was such a refreshing change to come to the La Solara where everywhere is spotless with happy friendly staff, a very punctual free bus service and scrumptious food on offer. The standard is just as high today as on our first visit. Any faults we could find would be so minor nit picking that they would be unworthy of mention and our rating is still a positive 5 star.

The hotel is clean and the beds esceptionally comfortable. The four course evening meal was very good.The hotel is positioned outside Sorrento and there is a courtesy bus every hour to take visitors for the short run into Sorrento. The staff were helpful and were willing to adapt or change things for individual taates. Our room was on the first floor, a nice room which overlooked the pool. The 'balcony' however was the roof of the pool toilets with a vent in the corner. A table and chairs were provided but as it was in full sun and no parosol provided, it was not a pleasant place to sit outside.

This hotel strives for perfection and almost achieves it. This is why we keep returning. Every time, standards are higher and higher. Location, views, rooms, service, the hourly courtesy bus - all contribute to the holiday experience and all are superb. The meals are exceptionally good (except for the chicken soup!). One can never tire of the variety of activities and excursions on offer in the town and the locality; we look forward to our next visit.

Stayed here with my husband for a week, half-board, through Tui. The hotel staff were all friendly, helpful and efficient. The room was very good - well-furnished and excellent chamber maid. We had a balcony which was lovely to sit out on in the evening with a glass of wine or a coffee. The food and service in the restaurant were both fantastic - excellent range of choices and also an interesting and delicious salad buffet if you wanted to substitute for, or add to, the choices on the menu. Wine was reasonably priced, and a wide selection. The complementary bus service to and from Sorrento was very well run - we never felt disadvantaged by being out of town. Lovely pool, too.

We have just returned from our 4th visit to this wonderful hotel. From the moment of arrival to departure, every single member of staff goes out of their way to ensure that every guest has the best stay possible. The staff on reception are polite, friendly and very informative. The free hourly shuttle bus is always on time and gets guests quickly in to Sorrento. Marcello and Nello make sure that everything runs smoothly in the dining room. It is great to see all the friendly faces. The food is absolutely delicious with a great choice for all dietary requirements. The superb chefs will make alternatives on request. Every area of the hotel is kept spotlessly clean and well maintained. Antonio takes great pride in the pool area. Swimming in the heated pool was a delight. Our room was spacious and comfortable with a terrace overlooking the pool. The room is cleaned thoroughly every day and a turn down service at night and chocolate is a lovely touch. Angelo is in charge of the bar areas and is hugely entertaining and friendly. Special mention to Pepe, hope he is soon well enough to return. The choice and prices of beverages and wines is very good. This hotel is a truly special place, which is why so many guests return again and again.

We stayed over the Easter break booking through TUI. We were booked into a family room with had a bunk bed for the children. It appears we were upgraded and had a lovely Sea View. The hotel is a little outside from main Sorrento. However they have hourly Shuttle Buses. The room was compact and decorated as per normal Italian hotels. The main thing that sets this hotel out is the staff. The reception staff were very pleasant and helpful and check in was fairly smooth especially when a coach load of tourists arrive at one time. We were booked half board and got a good deal with TUI. The food was of a very high standard and varied. The waiting staff were excellent. On the first night we mentioned our dietary restrictions - mainly no alcohol or meat which usually in Italy is difficult for people to understand. However the head waiter Marcello was excellent and wrote this down on our table card. Every night he would go though what was suitable and arrange for some dishes to be cooked without alcohol (something that they didnt understand on our last holiday to Turkey). We were disappointed most desserts did have alcohol in them, but they arranged something on our last few days. They even made Tiramisu especially for us. Excellent service! Also to mention the waiting staff were all very engaging with the children. To mention a few names Marcello again and Guissepe. For a family friendly hotel i would recommend La Solara

This hotel is perfectly placed, high up - overlooking the Bay of Naples. Everything about the hotel is first class, and the Manager and his staff are amazing! The hotel benefits from offering guests an hourly private bus service to and from Sorrento, which is perfect.

We stayed at this hotel over Easter and really enjoyed it. Our sea view room had a lovely balcony to sit out in the evening. The rooms were spacious, spotless and the bed comfortable. The bathroom is ok with a shower over the bath. The wardrobes had lots of storage and hangers. Staff are sweet especially in the dining room where the average age of the servers was at least 70. Food was excellent and plenty of choice. The hotel is 60-90 mins drive from Naples airport depending on the time of day you arrive. It is a10 min drive out of Sorrento but the Hotel has an extremely efficient shuttle bus which leaves on the hour from the hotel into the centre of town. It is not suitable to walk the same way as the roads are narrow and without footpaths.

A late review from out 7th visit to La Solara in April 2017. I'm writing this whilst on the airplane to Naples for what will be our 8th visit in April 2018 since our first visit in April 2013. I can't add anything new to the good things that both I and others have previously written. We're very fortunate to be able to take several holidays a year at home in the U.K. Europe and further afield. But we still happily return to what has become our home here in Sorrento each year in late March or early April and October if possible because it's consistently good. Each year some part of the hotel is improved upon. Senoir Di Maio does not rest on his laurels and he and all the staff at the Solara continue to strive for excellence in this family run hotel. More than happy to recommend to all.

My wife and I stayed at the La Solara about 25 years ago and always remembered it as an excellent hotel. We recently decided to take our daughter to Pompeii and thought it a good idea to stay here again. La Solara is situated a little way out of Sorrento, but this isn't a problem as there's a courtesy bus in to town every hour. The pool is great and the food is first class with the staff really looking after you. If you're heading to Sorrento the La Solara is the ace to stay.

This is an excellent hotel. All staff are so helpful and pleasant. The breakfasts are superb but the diners are amazing. The food is top quality and the staff in the restaurant are very professional. They make the restaurant a memorable experience. The hotel is a little way out of Sorrento and is not safely walkable but the courtesy bus works flawlessly and operates every hour. My first impression was that there wasn't much exploring to be done around the hotel. But this wasn't right, it is possible to walk down to the beach which is well worth doing and there is a beautiful walk behind the hotel. It takes a little finding but is a wonderful walk.

This hotel is fantastic: The room itself, the bathroom and the balcony are big, clean and comfortable. We emailed ahead to request firm mattresses and pillows and we were very impressed with their quality. The food is very good, especially the grilled vegetables on the salad buffet All the staff are friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The shuttle bus is reliable and it's only a few minutes to the centre. I like the fact that the hotel is on a hillside thus afford great sunset views. The surrounding olive groves and lemon orchards provide a peaceful and relaxed atmosphere and good local walks. We really enjoyed our stay and a hard earned well done to the staff.

We have just returned from staying at La Solara for a week. This is the first review we have ever written but we wanted to let others looking for a Sorrento hotel to know that it is the best hotel in terms of customer service that we have ever stayed in. Reviewers have already discussed the fabulous food and wonderful staff. For us the little extra touches also made the difference for example the chocolate easter eggs left for the children (and adults) on easter Sunday; it was my birthday and a cake (not requested) was presented at the table. We had a lovely and unforgetable holiday in Sorrento thanks in the main to the laid back and friendly approach of staff at La Solara.

We had a lovely week staying at La Solara, from the friendly welcome on arrival to the early breakfast specially laid on for our early departure. The rooms are immaculate, comfortable and kept that way each day. The food was delicious and service excellent, especially enjoyed the gala dinner! However despite all of these lovely reasons to visit this hotel the best asset is the delightful staff who were the most friendly, helpful and courteous. Each and everyone of them deserves to be mentioned and thanked. If we return to Sorrento we will definitely return to La Solara.

My wife an I have just returned from our second stay at La Solara having first visited at Easter 2016 and yet again this place gave us an experience we will never forget. The best hotel staff we have ever known who day after day provide a level of customer service we have not experienced in over 30 years of travel. They are all friendly and helpful but in a totally professional manner from the shuttle bus driver to the pool attendant and everyone else in between. The cleaners work tirelessly to keep this place spotless and the reception desk is manned by a knowledgeable team always ready to offer helpful advice. The shuttle bus runs to time all the time and the pool is kept in pristine condition. As two people who love our food we could not have asked for more such was the quality and variety of dishes on offer each evening and the breakfast selection catered for every taste. If you see Ravioli on the menu do not pass it by as the chefs do wonderful things with both sauces and fillings. The sign of a true professional is how they can make hard work look easy and that is what the bar and waiting staff do no matter how early in the morning or late in the evening. Food and drinks are served with a smile by Saverio, Franco, Giuseppi, Angelo and Nino and guided by Nello and Marcello the two best head waiters we know. I guess you can see we love this place and its people and so will you.

This hotel is everything previous reviewers have said, and more. The staff go above and beyond in every way. Friendly, approachable, helpful, funny, charming. You feel like part if a huge family. My husband is vegan, and the waiters were happy to advise and instruct the chef where necessary, were careful to supply the appropriate plant milk, pastas and delicious lemon sorbet. We like to walk and after picking up a good walking map from The Foreigners Club (!) in Sorrento and talking to Antonio at the hotel we were able to plan out some fantastic quiet walks above the hotel into Massa Lubrense and St Agata and hardly ever have to walk on the busy roads. To while away hours walking through orange groves in the peace and beauty, knowing we would return to a welcome and good food was bliss. I doubt any other hotel in the area treats its guests so well.... I may be wrong of course, but I will never know because this is the ONLY place to stay!

we could not find anything to fault anything inn this hotel room and bathroom cleaned each day staff friendly and obliging food brilliant all in all had great holiday this is our second stay and would defiantly stay again.

Best Western overseas are awesome! La Solara is a prime example: tops in location and service. On our 3rd day of a 6 day swing to Italy, did not know what to expect on our 1st time in Southern Italy. We briefly considered basing in Naples and do day trips to Pompeii and Amalfi. But Naples had a somewhat crude reputation. So we lucked out and decided on Sorrento and nicely stumbled on La Solara. Location. It is about 3 km from the town proper. It is in a nice hilly area with sweeping views of the hillside and the ocean. The shuttle bus makes going to town very convenient. Service - It was the hotel's 1st day of the season. There were some minor maintenance items but they were fixing it. - Front desk were very cheerful and knowledgeable. - House staff makes the room twice per day. - Shuttle service was right on time, stops on perfect spot: walk 3 minutes to the train, 5 min to Piazza Tasso, 6 min to a Carrefour. Buses were clean and the drivers were awesome. We tipped regularly and on our last day he dropped us off as close to the train station as possible outside the normal stop. Room. Decent size and well equipped. Opened up to a Balcony with an amazing ocean view and Capri islands. We had a double and a single bed; strong internet, frig, safe, dresser, large screen tv that we never use; work table/chair. Room card key has a microchip for access and power control. Bathroom. Shower tub combo. Elegantly finished. Had the usual European bidet and commode. Came with complete set of bath amenities. Breakfast. Wife and daughter approved. Plenty of choices. Lobby. Opened up to a large sitting area. At night families gathered for drinks and what looks like 'karaoke'. One gripe: As they just opened for the season, the USB charging point was inoperable. They gladly provided power a power adapter in lieu. We had the most pleasant stay and La Solara delivered superbly. Will highly recommend and definitely will return next time.

I know it's difficult to find a decent hotel at a reasonable price in or near Sorrento. La Solara is excellent. It has a lovely swimming pool, and all the staff are extremely helpful and friendly. As the hotel is about 3km outside Sorrento they have a regular free shuttle service into town and back. We are not great fans of hotel food but the food at La Solara was excellent. The fish was fresh and they had a great antipasti bar to help yourself. Overall I think this is a real find. Massimo the owner is a great guy. You won't be disappointed.

Spent a week in this hotel Sept /Oct 2017, could not find anything that was not first class. In a fabulous position overlooking the Bay of Naples it really is breathtaking. Staff were all outstanding and nothing was too much trouble for anyone. Rooms were immaculate in the traditional Italian style and very comfortable indeed. Food was silver service with lots of local dishes, all delicious. Pool area was very comfortable with lots of sunbeds. All in all a very nice place to be

Location not far from Sorrento but ideal if you want a quite location. Courtesy bus is superb and reliable. Hotel spotlessly clean and very well looked after. Food well presented and staff happy to change a meal if you are not happy with your choice. Very relaxing stay. Even though we arrived quite late the porter collected our cases from the bottom of the drive and a cold selection of food was provided.

Fabulous hotel. Good food, great staff, amazing balcony and beautiful views!!! My first visit to Italy and this was a lovely introduction. Please update the bedroom doors though because they are very noisy.

My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights in September and really enjoyed it. We had a nice room with a small balcony overlooking the pool area. Pool area was large and really nice. We ate lunch at the pool side restaurant our first day there and the food was really good. Breakfast was included with our stay and the food and selection was very good each morning - plenty to choose from with hot and cold choices. The front desk staff was really helpful more than once - helping us figure out transportation for our tour and expediting some laundry we needed clean (on a weekend after they had already picked up for the day). Couldn't ask for better service! The hotel is a bit outside of the main town of Sorrento, but there is a shuttle that runs regularly all day to / from, which worked out perfectly. Just took a little planning, which worked out for us just fine. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back

My wife and I had the pleasure of staying at La Solara for 9 days in October 2017. It was an experience that we will remember for years to come. The front desk staff (Fabio and all the others) was helpful and welcoming at all times with useful advice on travel details. The bus to and from town (an easy 10 minute trip) was convenient and punctual with courteous drivers. The breakfast room overlooking the Gulf of Naples each morning is an enduring image. Our room was clean and nicely appointed. Sorrento itself is a great travel destination with access to Capri, Naples, the Amalfi Coast, Vesuvius and Pompeii. Thanks for the many memories.

We all stayed at this wonderful hotel in August 2017. It was spotlessly clean and the staff genuinely couldn't do enough for you. The chamber maid in particular was completely outstanding. The pool is incredible as are the views. The complimentary bus going to and from Sorrento town is the most reliable to such an extent that you can plan your days/evenings around it. The only criticism was the hidden charge associated with us receiving a balcony. We were told on arrival that we had a balcony but WERENT advised that there was a cost of €30 per night attached to this.

Sadly, first impressions were not very good as we were dropped off by the coach driver at the bottom of the stairs with 2 suitcases, we buzzed the bell with no response then the gate opened and after a long journey were left to struggle with our suitcases up the stairs when we could have walked up the slope much easier. Fortunately, this was the only down side as after that it was truly a lovely holiday the restaurant staff were excellent very funny and friendly. The food was also excellent lots of variety very relaxed atmosphere and a joy to go to breakfast which we usually do not do. We paid extra for sea view which was well worth it. Overall would go back to this hotel again as it was in a good location 5/10 courtesy bus ride to Sorrento.

We first visited Sorrento in 1987 and was one of the places that we holidayed in the 1980's that we wanted to go back to .We stayed then in St Agnello and my lasting memory was the traffic noise and a church bell ringing every 15 minutes.This time we wanted to stay somewhere where it was more quiet. After doing a lot of researching we finally decided on La Solara. We stayed the last 2 weeks in October and the weather was warm in the sun but it was a bit chilly in the evenings. There was a mixture of different ages staying at the hotel from babies to pensioners. I booked through Thompsons ( now TUI) a room with a sea view and terrace. Our room was on the 3rd floor and it was the middle room of the 5 rooms with the large sun terrace .We had a lovely view. The room was facing the front by the road and we found the room very quiet. There was some traffic noise but we didn't find it at all disturbing. The terrace had a table and two chairs and two sun beds . The terrace must be lovely to sit in the summer when the days are longer. It was an hours journey by taxi from the airport and our room was ready when we arrived. Our cases were brought to our room. The room was adequate. There was no comfy chair to sit on to watch TV in the evenings. We brought in the chairs from the terrace in the evenings but as there were no cushions on these chairs we used the pillows from the beds as soft back rests. The hotel is spotless and the staff are a credit to hotel. It is the first time from all our travels in all the different hotels we have stayed in that our room had always been cleaned by the time we returned in the afternoon, even when we got back early. We were never disturbed at all while we were in our room by the cleaners. They always waited until we went out before they cleaned the room. We were very impressed with this. There is a kettle and the tea, coffee and milk is replenished every day. Breakfast consisted of a self service buffet breakfast and there was always a table available. There is a toast making machine, bacon, scrambled eggs , boiled eggs ,sausage, cold meats and cheese, cake, fresh juice, yogurt. There is a machine were you can get different types of coffee plus hot chocolate and hot water to make tea. The tea was always hot .If you are like me and usually have a more than on one cup of tea at breakfast you can only make tea in a cup so have to keep getting up and down to have a fresh cup. There were no tea pots so that you could have a pot of tea at breakfast. I did ask for a tea pot and one was brought but it was a large tea pot so it would not go in the space and I had to fill it up with cups of hot water. After a couple of days I gave this idea up . There is only space for a cup. Also the plates for breakfast are just tea plates so you need a couple of plates to put the different items on. Dinner is waiter service apart from the salad bar where you can help yourself. The meals were excellent and always hot . You can order wine and they keep any unused wine for your use the next evening. The water was 2.50 euros for a litre bottle which I thought was excellent value for money and you can take away any unused water for use for the next evening if you wish. We were very impressed with the restaurant staff and with how the restaurant was managed. The shuttle bus service is excellent and was always on time and stops in a very convenient place . it runs every hour .If you go down the steps where the bus stops in Sorrento, turn right at the bottom and walk along the road you soon come to Tasso Square. If you do not want to walk down the steps, cross the road ,turn right take the first road and at the end turn right and you end up at Tasso Square.it is a very short walk to reach Tasso Square from where the shuttle bus stops. If you want to go into Sorrento earlier or return earlier than when the shuttle bus leaves there is a regular bus service that stops by the hotel. The public transport is excellent and it is so easy to go to Pompeii and Herculaneum by train. The station is only a 5 minute walk from where the shuttle bus drops you off. Cross the road and turn right and after a very short walk you will see the station. The train is every 30 minutes and at October 2017 prices the journey to Pomeii was 2 Euro 40 cents one way and to Herculaneum was 2 Euros 90 cents .You will need to have small change when paying for the train tickets. We did not have to wait in a long queue to buy the entrance tickets once we arrived at the two sites. We went on the Thompsons trip to Salerno /Paestum .We would liked to have gone to Paestum on our own but as it was not an easy trip to get to Paestum using public transport. We did however managed to visit Villa San Marco and Villa Arianna. These two sites are free entry and are brilliant sites to look around. If we went back to Sorrento we would stay again at this hotel.

My husband and I visited La Solara for our Honeymoon and we had such a fantastic time. The staff were friendly, helpful and funny. They always made sure you were happy and fed! The food was brilliant and had lots of options for myself who is a vegan. I have never eaten so well :-) The room was always clean and never a spot anywhere! My husband also loved the little chocolates the ladies left when they had cleaned your room. Thank you for such a memorable honeymoon, we loved the hotel and the people. Thank you!

Travelled with Thomson to Hotel LaSolara in Sorrentto. We spent a week there and enjoyed every minute The hotel was lovely very clean friendly staff wonderful food We had sea view and it was spectacular Nothing was to much trouble staff spoke good English. There was an hourly complementary bus into Sorrentto which was special and very safe to walk around. There was very interesting trips we did Pompeii and Versusius and really enjoyed them. Lots of other interesting places to go e.g. Capri. We will definitely go to la Solara again It was the last week in October but we had warm days even able to sun bathe and use the pool as it's heated

We stayed at La Solara the week prior to its winter closure. It was our first visit and from the warm greeting we received on our arrival to the morning of our departure it was a total pleasure. I will only mention a few of the positives as many other visitors have described their experience so well. The staff make the hotel; their friendly manner coupled with great professionalism are an excellent example of good service. We particularly liked the fact that more senior staff also pitched in and worked on the “shop floor”. It made the atmosphere appear respectful between working colleagues and as a guest we felt we would receive similar respect. The food was of the highest quality and presented beautifully. We really appreciated our packed lunch for our journey home. Hygiene was of the highest order and the level of cleanliness is a real tribute to all the domestic staff. One fellow guest commented how it seemed the staff had “all the time in the world” but everything was done promptly and efficiently. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

We enjoyed our stay at La Solara. The room was basic but very clean and we had a comfortable stay. I had a problem with road noise at night but ear plugs really helped. The food was good. Evening meals were varied and enjoyable. We didn't use the pool but there were many families staying (from babies to teenagers) and they seemed to enjoy this facility. The courtesy bus was fantastic and It was always on time (quite a challenge given the volume of traffic) . We enjoyed the walk to the local beach - good exercise ! Nice helpful staff who all work very hard.

The Hotel is just outside of Sorrento which if you like a little more quiet then this is the place for you! They have a courtesy bus that takes you into and picks you up from Sorrrento town everyday on the hour every hour so you can be as much in the heart of it as you want to be. The room was lovely, spacious and very clean. We had one of the big balconies which enjoyed the late evening sun! The hotel staff were all really lovely, nothing was too much trouble and inparticular Marcello, the Restaurant Manager made my stay!! I'm gluten intolerant and every evening he explained the menu and made sure I could have as goods a meal if not better than my husband!! We booked through Thomson (now TUi) and went on many of there trips! I would particularly recommend The Amalfi - Positano boat trip and drive. You get to see this amazing coatline from both sides. We also visted Vesuvius and Ischia.To sum the whole experience up - it was perfect! Would I go there again - Most Definitely!!

Another amazing holiday at La Solara. Stayed the first week in October and the weather was unbelievable for the time of year, sunny and hot the whole week, even the evenings were pleasant to venture out without a coat. The hotel as always was spotless in every are, room, public areas, dining room and pool area. The staff are simply the best, friendly, helpful and genuinely interested in their guests. The food is excellent, brilliant choice at breakfast and spoiled for choice at dinner. Drinks are reasonably priced for a hotel in Sorrento and are less expensive than some of the bars in town. The shuttle bus runs like clockwork however it is a good walk into town, we do walk along the road as we enjoy the amazing views. La Solara is our favorite place to holiday it ticks all the boxes for us. We have recommended this hotel to six other couples all who have fallen in love with it just as we did.

The only place to stay in Sorrento! Offers convenient shuttle service to downtown, and a beautiful ocean view. Our room had a nice balcony. The breakfast lived up to the bill with a great selection of items both hot and cold, fresh fruits etc. You just can't go wrong staying here.

We have just returned home from a great holiday at La Solara. This uniquely decorated hotel is in a lovely position, just a 10 minute drive unto Sorrento on the very reliable hotel shuttle bus.We had a room on the third floor that had a fantastic balcony with table,chairs and 2 sun beds and the view across the bay was wonderful especially nice to watch the glorious red sun set from! The room and hotel was immaculately clean ,all thanks to the hard working cleaning staff. The food was excellent, we stayed half board and there was always plenty of choice at both breakfast and evening meal time, also sampled a varied lunch time menu while relaxing by the pool. The waiters, and bar staff were always very friendly and courteous and we want to particularly mention Nello in the restaurant and Angelo and Federico who supplied us with our delicious Limoncello spritzers accompanied with bowls of peanuts and crisps! The few children that were there were well catered for by the chefs who who provided them with what ever they asked for.There is a small beach just below the hotel but you need good legs, knees and strong foot wear to attempt reaching it! Thank you La Solara and all the staff for a very enjoyable time spent with you

I'm having a hard time relating to all of these excellent reviews. As a young couple celebrating our 2nd anniversary who just left fabulous Venice, arriving at this hotel the evening we did was completely deflating and SUCH a letdown. We walked into what felt like a retirement home on Route 66, where Elvis's "In the Ghetto" seemed to blast too loud on repeat. I literally felt like we left Italy and were back in the middle of nowhere in the States. No Italian decor, no Italian music, and no Italian hospitality like we had experienced up until this point of our trip. The front desk staff were cold and less than helpful (except for Massimo). We arrived minutes after the hotel restaurant closed for dinner (9pm??) We had traveled 7 hours from Venice to get here, and were told the only way we could eat dinner was to quick grab a shuttle into town. Famished, we did just that...only, the shuttle driver dropped us off in front of a random restaurant in a sketchy part of town instead of the nicer downtown area. We get back to the hotel only to find that we are stuck on the first floor in a room that my husband said looked less hospitable than military barracks. The bed was basically a hard block in the middle of a cold, boring room with cold, hard tile and no balcony or sea view. We paid for a junior suite with a sea view balcony, so we went back down to the desk and I produced the confirmation paperwork that explicitly stated "junior sea view suite". The stone cold and completely rude woman said "no no no" and whipped out her binder to show otherwise. I was dumbfounded. There was no effort to make it right or accommodate us, even though I had my confirmation paperwork. She said "you're more than welcome to figure it out on your own once you check out" Huh??? I immediately emailed my travel agent who was 9 hours behind to please hurry and get us out of there. We spent a miserable night and the better part of the next day in this miserable place, where everyone sat around looking sad and bored. They started cleaning rooms at 6:30am. Yes, a vacuum cleaner that sounded like it was right in our own room woke me up at 6:30 in the morning. Ridiculous! I made up my mind that I really disliked Sorrento after staying at this hotel...that is until we did figure it out, got the heck out of there (3 nights earlier than planned) and into the nearby Hilton where we realized we quite loved Sorrento and all it had to offer. Funny, the front desk staff told us they were completely booked and couldn't accommodate us even though we booked a suite, but upon telling them we were leaving, all of a sudden they said they could give us a pool view room and throw in complimentary breakfast...interesting. I suggest doing as we did and search elsewhere if you'd truly like to enjoy the wonderful city of Sorrento.

This hotel is absolutely fantastic for couples. The rooms and service are second to none. Beds turned down and chocolates placed on your pillow wishing you a good night. The restaurant and staff are brilliant. When one of the waiters has worked for 30+ years here it tells you what sort of place it is and how happy the staff are. The quality of the food is exceptional and as a guest dining here you are made to feel special. Excellent pool, heated too in March/April, not many hotels in this resort offer this. The hotel is well managed and reception desk very helpful. There are no shops nearby that we could find and it is quite a steep lengthy walk into Sorrento but the free shuttle bus down into town every hour on the hour (return at quarter past the hour every hour) was excellent. This hotel didn't appear to have any kids clubs etc. However, it is a beautiful quiet hotel for couples and families with older children. Would we stay here Again? Of course we would. Thank you to all at the La Solara for making this a wonderful experience as our first visit to Italy. Hope to return again soon.

This was my fourth stay at the Best Western Solara, the last time being 10 years ago. The fact that I recognised at least 8 members of staff from my previous visits says a lot about the hotel and the way that it is run! If you would like a relaxing holiday, then this is the place for you, even more so if you pay extra for a room with a terrace, which is the icing on the cake. All the compliments about the staff, cleanliness, food, courtesy bus service and views are spot on, therefore I will not be repetitive. In my opinion, anybody who has any niggles about this hotel is somebody who will never be satisfied in life. There is plenty to do in the wider area, particularly if you make good use of the regular public transport service, which is a lot cheaper than this country. The only concern that I had prior to leaving home was the weather, but I needn't have worried, it was beautiful. If I live to a ripe old age, then this certainly won't have been my last visit. Thank you La Solara.

We stayed at La Solara for week at the end of September and were more than satisfied that it lived up to its previous reviews. On arrival, we were greeted warmly and treated to a welcome cold drink. Our room was on the first floor and I can honestly say that when the balcony door was closed, the sound of the air conditioning was negligible and any other noise non-existent. This was a real bonus for me, a light sleeper. House-keeping was excellent-our room was always clean and fresh and towels renewed. I cannot fault the room service staff. Breakfast was also excellent, with a very good selection of hot and cold food. I particularly enjoyed the scrambled egg-it was certainly not the tepid mess often served in hotels. Dinner was varied and appetising.I had the local dish most evenings and it was worthy of a five star hotel. Service too was excellent. If I had one small niggle, it would be the lighting in the restaurant.The decor is quite stark and the bright lighting didn't do anything for the ambience. That said, the Gala evening, when the lights were lowered was so much more enjoyable and atmospheric! We discovered some lovely local walks-the staff at reception were very helpful with this. You will need something stronger than beach shoes, but it is worth exploring if you like walking. One walk started behind the hotel and took us over to Massa with stunning views of Capri. The hotel bus service was such a bonus and the driver friendly and courteous. He was a very good timekeeper too. All in all, we had a wonderful stay at La Solara and would highly recommend it.

Seriously, my wife saved me from making what would have been the biggest mistake of our recent trip to Rome/Sorrento . . . passing up booking this hotel just because it is branded Best Western. It turned out to be our FAVORITE hotel in Italy, and I book all our hotels when we travel using T.A. reviews. Hotel La Solara Sorrento is a fantastic property that is CLEAN (eat of the floors clean), amazingly perched above the Mediterranean, with a free shuttle into Sorrento, a great breakfast spread and a pool that was just plain cool (the views!!). Eat off the floor clean is not a joke here. From the lobby to the room, the staff is constantly cleaning and it shows. I don't know when this hotel was refurbished (or if it has been), but it reminded my wife and I of a perfect 1950's hotel that looked just like it had opened yesterday. Even the pool was probably the most well kept hotel pool I have ever seen. Seriously, this was the one hotel my wife, the kids and I would go back to in a heart beat. No, it is not in the heart of Sorrento, but you are only minutes away on a free shuttle that leaves and returns every hour, and for the cost you can't beat it!!

My first time in Italy and I absolutely loved it. The hotel is comfortable the rooms are in good order. All the staff are very friendly and extremely hard working,nothing is to much trouble. My son and myself stayed half board. Breakfast is buffet style with a great selection on offer. The evening meal you had 6 or 7 different choices. We found the food here very good indeed. We both had a great time here and would definitely come back again.