Best Western Hotel La Solara

This is a lovely hotel, very traditional. It is out of the way and there are no walks or local shops as road is very busy with no path but don't let this put you off as a free hotel shuttle runs every hour from 8am until 11pm into the town and is reliable. Rooms are nice and the hotel very clean. Great if you want a kid free hotel or just a couple of kids there so sunbeds and pool area plentiful and can always get a bed without the early towel risers!! Breakfast is a buffet with evening meal from a menu of at least 3-4 choices each for starter main and dessert. Would I recommend yes I would we had a lovely stay and the staff are amazing.

We had a wonderful return visit to La Solara, having stayed there many times before. As always, we were delighted with our room and the care and attention we received. As a couple both needing a gluten free diet, La Solara always caters well for us. At breakfast there are two baskets of gluten free products on the side from which you can help yourself, which is much nicer than always having to ask. Plus the usual fruit, yoghurt and cooked options making it a varied meal. Marcello always went through the options at dinner of which meals could be adapted for gluten free and there was always a good choice for us. The hotel and pool are kept immaculately clean. The shuttle bus was always very prompt so always worth getting there a few minutes early. It provides a fantastic service for getting into Sorrento and back. All staff were very friendly and helpful and work hard to give their guests a good experience. Thank you La Solara

We have just returned from a lovely holiday at La Solara; I have stayed at the hotel twice previously, both being over 20 years ago and the hotel was exactly as I remembered it, it hasn't changed at all. The lounge and bar areas are light and airy and spotlessly clean. We were very fortunate to be allocated room 304, which has an incredibly large balcony with wonderful views, especially the glorious sun sets. The other bonus was the spacious bathroom with a bath and shower, again our bedroom was spotlessly clean. The pool area is lovely with plenty of sun loungers and seating and was never busy, so there was never a problem finding somewhere to enjoy the sun, the area is managed very well by Pietro, who I remember from my previous visits. As others have mentioned, the shuttle bus to Sorrento is excellent and always ran on time; we loved the location of the hotel because we could spend time in the Hussle and bustle of Sorrento and then return to the tranquillity of La Solara. The majority of the staff provided excellent service and were always friendly and helpful, I must give a shout out to Giovanni, Nino and Vincenzo for always being so attentive, professional and providing exceptional service. The area that had changed since my previous visits was the restaurant food, the salad bar was just as wonderful as I remember, and it provided an excellent start to our evening meals. During our 2 week stay I had Ravioli 3 times and risotto 3 times and they were excellent, but there were menu options that did not live up to my expectations, especially some of the fish dishes, especially as the region is renowned for its sea food. There were a few dishes of fish with vegetables that were overcooked. Overall the food was good, but I would not say excellent, although I would love to say it was, because this is such special hotel in a very special location. The food during the Gala evenings was very good, but holding them in the restaurant didn't quite provide the same atmosphere as when they are held outdoors, but I do understand the reasons why they have to be held in the restaurant as the sunsets get earlier. One suggestion I would like to make, is for the piano used during the gala evenings is tuned in the near future. Even though I have made a couple of negative comments I would still recommend La Solara, the positives do outweigh the negatives.

Just home following a fabulous week at La Solara hotel for our 25th Wedding Anniversary. We were slightly apprehensive with some of the previous reviews about food etc however we loved every minute of our stay. The hotel was beautiful and clean. All communal areas were spotless. The staff go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. We had a twin room with sea view and terrace. It was lovely. Pillows were extremely comfortable. A basket of fresh fruit was kindly welcomed. It had all the normal amenities you usually get in a room. The mini bar was stocked and price list available should you wish to avail of any of it. The food in our opinion was to a very high standard. Breakfast was a help yourself buffet of hot and cold food with amazing coffee machine and fresh orange juice. In the evenings we had a huge choice to choose from. There were usually 4 starters and 5 main courses to choose from. Portions were large and we never left hungry. When you ordered wine for your evening meal and didn't manage to finish the bottle they would cork it and have it at your table for the next night. The staff in the restaurant both in the morning and evening seemed to be the same staff every day so they got to know you well. The pool bar food was amazing also. We only ate here one day. It is definitely on the more expensive side compared to town but the quality and quantity was fitting for the price. The gala dinner was lovely and nice touch with the guy playing the piano in background. Lots of sunbeds available. Towels available down beside the snack bar. Pool was absolutely freezing but refreshing when temperatures got too hot. There is a shuttle service into town on the hour every hour and back again leaving at quarter past the hour. This was amazing and saved having to do a long and pretty Unsafe walk along the road. We did two tours with TUI - pompei/vesuvius and then Capri. Both were great value for money and took the stress out of doing it ourselves. There is 4 euro per person property tax applied to your stay which you pay on check out. Again this is normal for all hotels now and obviously being introduced to the UK now also. We were sad to go home. It was a fantastic week at La Solara and roaming Sorrento and surrounding area. Go with an open mind and just enjoy your holiday. Everyone's taste in relation to food is different.

I booked this hotel based on the positive reviews but became more disappointed as the week went on. The hotel is spotlessly clean, but we found the atmosphere was as sterile as the floors. The shuttle into town worked well and was a huge positive as the busy winding road to the front is not walkable due to safety so if you like a walk and a mooch about your only option is to go into town on the bus. The pool is nice and clean with plenty of loungers but the elderly pool attendant is the only one allowed to touch the parasols and gets very animated (in Italian) if you touch them. He also packs everything up from 5.30pm and even though the pool is open until 7 tuts about and huffs until you leave. There is a pool bar, but it is expensive at 10 euro for a plate of frozen chips and 20 for a burger. Drinks too are as expensive as the busy bars in town, perhaps due to the captive audience. In the room where the suitcases get stored on the wall is a montage of awards going back to the mid 1990's (Thompson Holidays and Horizon before that). My guess for what it's worth, is that little has changed in 30 years, from the staff, the décor, the entertainment and the food. Which brings me on to my main gripe. The food. There are 3 options nightly except for the gala which I would swerve. One is usually a veggie option, so you have 2 choices (unless you are a veggie and then there is only one resembling pasta in tomato soup). If you go for the meat or the fish option which is warm, the vegetables are overcooked and chilled. Some evenings were ok, others we felt like we were winning stars for camp. Not 5 Tui T's which we were expecting. I've seen all the positive reviews, perhaps it's me. I travel often with Tui and know what a 5 T rating looks like. I have visited Italy several times and enjoyed some wonderful food. Go yourself and give it a try, but don't say you weren't warned.

Very traditional Italian hotel, accommodated our request to move room this was handled excellently, hotel shuttle bus into Sorrento is perfect, drivers are friendly and helpful with local directions. Food was a good standard with a mix of options, Gala night on Sunday was very enjoyable, breakfast and lunch had huge portions. Pool is cool and refreshing, everywhere is so clean and loved the sunbeds. Shoutout to Tina, Marcello, Lulu and Nino and other staff who very friendly and accommodating. Looks like there slowly renovating the hotel floor by floor. Room 108 has fantastic views of the sea, sunset and local area Could do with more evening entertainment.

This is an honest and thorough review, so bear with me and read to the end for a genuine insight into our week at La Solara. The positives... La Solara is an out-of-town hotel, so the setting is generally relaxed and peaceful. The pool area was particularly quiet during our stay, which was lovely if you're looking for somewhere to unwind away from the hustle and bustle of Sorrento. This was exactly what we wanted when not out on trips, so was great from that perspective. The shuttle bus service into town is excellent and, given the hotel's location, is essential. Without it, getting into and out of town would be difficult. Don't attempt to walk into town, the roads are hectic and narrow. The hotel is exceptionally clean, particularly the main communal areas around reception and the bar. There are also some very long-serving members of staff who clearly take pride in maintaining the hotel's traditional routines and standards. Whether you see that as a positive or negative probably depends on what you're looking for from your holiday. There were always plenty of sunbeds available around the pool. Pietro, the lifeguard/pool attendant, deserves a mention for keeping everything very tidy. He was constantly clearing and arranging sunbeds and parasols almost immediately after guests left, so the pool area was always immaculate. Again, there is a slightly regimented feel to this, but everything is certainly kept in order. Its' worth noting that you are absolutely forbidden from putting your own brolly up, which is good from a service perspective but we did see some guests being refused to have their brolly put up due to wind, when we and others already had our up, it wasn't consistent. There were a few highlights with the evening food. The cannelloni starter was very nice, as was the excellent ravioli and Parma ham/mozzarella starter served on gala night. It would be unfair not to mention these, but unfortunately they were among only one or two highlights during the week, with the majority of the food being fairly bland and repetitive. Of all the staff, Marcello deserves a particular shout-out. He is a great character — very friendly, bubbly and polite — and was always a pleasure to encounter. Overall, if you're looking for a quiet break away from the busier parts of Sorrento, La Solara has a lot going for it in terms of its peaceful location, cleanliness and general atmosphere. However, based on our experience, I would recommend booking room only or B&B rather than half board. The food available in Sorrento is considerably better, reasonably priced and well worth experiencing. The negatives... You'll see a number of responses from the manager to other negative reviews saying that feedback will be passed on or considered. Unfortunately, many of the same issues mentioned in those reviews are still very evident. Our overall impression was that the hotel is not particularly receptive to criticism or suggestions and you'll see that in the lack of response to any negative feedback on reviews. It often felt as though guests were expected to follow the hotel's established way of doing things rather than the hotel adapting to its guests. Rooms and check-in: Check-in was very slow. We arrived around lunchtime and, as our room wasn't ready, all arriving guests were directed into the bar to wait. We were given a complimentary drink, crisps and nuts, which was a nice gesture, but after that there was no further communication about when the rooms would actually be available. The lengthy wait seemed to be regarded as perfectly acceptable by the hotel. However, after travelling, most guests understandably just want to get into their room, unpack and have a shower. We eventually got into our room at around 3:30pm, and only after I chased reception again. It appeared to be the same situation for everyone who had arrived that morning. This was far later than we expected and we lost tiem in our day due to this long wait. The rooms themselves are clean, but very dated and definitely in need of refurbishment, particularly the bathrooms. The shower arrangement was especially disappointing. There is an old-fashioned folding screen that has to be positioned alongside the bath when showering. It makes the shower feel very restricted and is also extremely frustrating because the screen swings open with the slightest movement, resulting in water ending up all over the bathroom floor. I would also question how suitable this is for older or less mobile guests. Getting in and out of a bath to use the shower may be difficult for some people, and I wouldn't consider it the safest set-up. It needs modernising and replacing with walk-in showers. There is also no bottled water provided in the rooms. Given the hotel's relatively remote location and the lack of shops nearby, providing a bottle of water would be a small but thoughtful touch. Be careful when booking a "sea view": This is something I would strongly recommend checking before booking. Our original "sea view" consisted primarily of trees to the right and rear of the hotel, with trellis separating our room from the neighbouring room on the left. The sea itself was hidden behind the trellis. I raised this with reception and received what I felt was a rather frosty response. The impression was very much that we should simply accept the room we had been given. I then spoke to the TUI representative, Rosanna, on day one and followed it up again on day two, showing her the room and the supposed "sea view". To her credit, Rosanna was extremely helpful and chased this up for us. We were moved on day 2 to a room with a genuine sea view — something we had, after all, paid a premium for. Had we not pushed the issue, the response from the hotel was simply "you got the room you booked". I disagree with that response, I booked a sea view, not a tree view. I've included photographs of the views from our original room so you can make up your own mind. Food and dining: For a four-star hotel, we found the food disappointing overall. Some of the pricing at the pool snack bar was also very questionable. For example, €10 for a plate of chips feels excessive when similar portions can be found in Sorrento for around €5. During our trip we even had pizza in Anacapri for around €13, so €10 for chips seemed particularly disproportionate. Breakfast was almost exactly the same every day and became very boring. The continental selection was small and the hot food offering was limited, bland and largely unchanged throughout the week. I've included photographs of the breakfast selection so you can see for yourself. We also noticed some food from the previous evening appearing to be reused at breakfast. Some of the choices were rather unusual — boiled potatoes, for example. It would have been much more appealing if these had been transformed into something such as hash browns rather than simply presented again. The dinner menus looked good on paper, with several choices for each course, but the meals themselves were generally mediocre. One particularly disappointing aspect was the hot food cabinet, where the food was often cold. I never managed to get a genuinely hot side dish from this section. Cold arancini and cold battered courgette flowers aren't particularly appetising. There was also a selection of cold vegetables, including peas, carrots and mushrooms. At least these were intentionally cold, albeit an odd choice to present cold veg in the first place. The salad selection was small and limited too. I was really looking forward to trying gnocchi, but on the menu I noticed it was described as being made with semolina, not the traditional potato gnocchi. On researching whether this was another italian recipe, it seems that the semonlina verison is a cheao and quick way for chefs to make a version of gnocchi for ease of prep and storage. For me, I felt cheated by this cheap approach to what should have been a lovely and traditional italian dish. I chose another dish, which turned out to be underwhelming like most others. The gala dinner: The Sunday gala dinner felt particularly formal and regimented. There was a set menu with no alternative choices — one item per course, and that was it. The whole meal was also unnecessarily drawn out and took over two and a half hours. The saving grace was the pianist, who played a mixture of popular tunes, along with a few more unusual choices, which at least provided some entertainment while we waited between courses. Another thing we found strange was the seating arrangement. You are allocated a specific table from day one and are expected to sit there for dinner throughout your stay. You cannot simply choose another table. Given that breakfast allows guests to sit wherever they like, it seems strange that dinner has to be so rigidly organised. Some of the food choices were just outright odd and there were a few combinations that left us scratching our heads: Lamb chops served with crisps. Yes — actual packet-style crisps as a side dish alongside lamb chops and potato wedges. Why? Another example was a small but nicely cooked piece of sea bream accompanied by the "side dish of the day", which turned out to be potato wedges, plus an inedible lettuce leaf taking up much of the remaining space on the plate. This seemed to happen quite frequently: large pieces of garnish or lettuce being used to fill plates that otherwise looked rather sparse. Overall, we found the food boring, repetitive and lacking the care, creativity and passion you would expect from a four-star hotel in this part of Italy. Our advice would be simple: eat in Sorrento instead. There are plenty of restaurants where main courses start at around €13, and in our experience the quality was considerably better. Entertainment: Entertainment was limited to only a couple of nights during our stay, and unfortunately what was provided was fairly poor. For a hotel of this standard, we expected a little more variety and quality in the evening entertainment. Overall verdict: La Solara has some genuine positives: it is exceptionally clean, peaceful, has a lovely relaxed pool area, plenty of sunbeds, good shuttle transport into Sorrento and some genuinely friendly staff. However, the hotel also feels stuck in a very traditional and regimented way of operating. There is a strong sense that guests are expected to fit into the hotel's routines rather than the hotel being flexible around its guests. For us, the dated rooms, very slow check-in, issues with the advertised sea view, repetitive food and rigid dining arrangements took away from what could otherwise have been a very enjoyable stay. If your priority is peace, quiet, cleanliness and getting away from the busy town, La Solara could suit you well. If you do stay, though, our recommendation would be to book either room-only or B&B and eat out in Sorrento. You'll have far more choice, better food and, in our experience, much better value for money.

Only good things to say about this hotel. We booked through TUI and spent 7 nights in June 2026, I always check trip advisor and the travel agents own reviews. Although the majority of reviews were good, the number of negative reviews were worrying but I thought we would risk it, very happy we did, room was basic but cleaned every day and had plenty of storage space. We usually do b&b but as it was out of town we had the half board option. The food reviews worried us at the time but we were very happy with nearly all the meals we were served , the exception being the gala night which there was no choice and if you didn't like it, there was nothing to change it to. I was really struggling to like anything on the menu on gala night, so not very happy with that meal. The hotel itself is lovely, the staff were all really friendly and helpful, special mention to Marcelo in the restaurant and the pool bar, really worked hard to make sure everyone was happy. As you pay for everything on your key card it's difficult to keep track of your spending, we settled our bill every couple of days, so we could keep a check on what we were spending. There was no hassle getting sunbeds at anytime of the day, we came back from a trip to Pompeii around 2pm and easily managed to get beds by the pool. We used the shuttle bus to get into Sorrento town a few times and each time the bus was on time , only issue was one night we got the 10.15 bus and it was very very crowded, not sure what would happen if it was the last bus of the day and there was too many wanting to get on it.The only negative for ourselves was that , after a meal we like to take a walk and walk it off before going for a drink, sadly there was nowhere to go unless you get the shuttle into town,only a slight little niggle really. I would definitely recommend this hotel if you want a peaceful relaxing holiday, so much so that we have already booked for 2027 and are going for 10 nights, can't wait. I've added some pictures of the nightly menu, we found that there was always something we could have, except the gala night as previously mentioned.

Beautiful hotel up in the hills above Sorrento. The staff are so attentive and cater to your every need. Plenty of sunbeds morning, noon and evening and the shuttle bus that takes you down to Sorrento takes around 5-6 minutes on the hour every hour and picks you back up is fantastic and always on time. Rooms are clean and large enough. We will defo return to this chilled out little slice of paradise. Thank you so much to all of the staff

Had a lovely time here. Staff were helpful and friendly and location was beautiful and peaceful. Breakfast was good. There is a shuttle bus which is useful and on the hour, but you can also use the public bus which stops outside the hotel. There were some issues, pool was not open the times they advertise, sometimes it closed early. The buffet in the evenings was terrible, poor choice and poor quality and the same stuff everyday. Most things were tinned olives and tinned sweetcorn. There was entertainment a couple evenings but not everyday so there isn't lots to do. Overall a nice hotel but evening food should improve.

My wife and I have visited La Solara nearly every year since 2010, only Covid lockdowns stopped us for a couple of years. It's is still our favourite place to stay. I have said all of the following in previous reviews but if anyone is thinking of staying for the first time then here are my thoughts: The hotel is out of the main town but there is a free shuttle every hour from about 8am to 11pm. All of the staff are wonderful, friendly and helpful. The atmosphere is ‘quiet' and relaxing, no loud music by the pool and evenings are equally relaxed with live music just three evenings a week. The food is good and served in a traditional Italian way. There is a good selection of drinks at the bar and the prices are very reasonable. There is a small bay with a beach within walking distance but the route is via a very steep hill. Most people use the free shuttle to Sorrento as the road is a bit scary with little or no pavement (sidewalk) for much of it but if walking is your thing then there is a normally a ‘safer' route via a footpath behind the hotel although it can also be steep in places. Unfortunately for us it was closed this year for maintenance but should be open again once completed. All in all we love this place and I'm sure we will be returning once again next year.

Second time visiting La solara, such a lovely hotel, the staff are so friendly and helpful, the hotel is immaculately clean and the food is fabulous. I would highly recommend this hotel, a place of calm in bustling Sorrento. A special mention to the staff in the restaurant who made you feel so welcome , thank you x

This was our 4th stay at this hotel absolutely love it the staff can't do enough we brought our grandchildren with us and our grand daughter is a fussy eater and they provided something different most evenings rooms are beautiful and so clean. reception staff are so polite and helpful a shout out to marcello and the restaurant staff they make dining experience wonderful we will see you soon

This hotel met my expectations and more. I travelled with my mum and we stayed for 7 nights. The hotel is located high above Sorrento and is perfect for a relaxing holiday, no hustle and bustle whatsoever. On arrival our cases were collected from the coach and taken to reception where we were offered a much needed welcome drink (Naples airport deserves a review all of its own). On checking in we were pleasantly surprised to have been upgraded to a junior suite (406) which was fantastic and the balcony was huge - we loved the automatic sunshades! The hotel is immaculately clean and exceptionally well presented - the house keepers do an amazing job. All the staff were lovely and couldn't do enough for you. We stayed half board and enjoyed the food. It is a daily set menu with enough choices to keep everyone happy. All very well cooked and presented and again the restaurant staff were fantastic. We didn't use the pool area as we had sun loungers on the balcony but we did use the pool bar and there are pool towels available free of charge. The road to the hotel is absolutely manic and I wouldn't advise anyone to attempt walking to Sorrento! The courtesy bus runs on the hour and takes 10mins, it returns at 15mins past the hour from the bus stop on the opposite side of the road. We used it several times and it was always on time - you need nerves of steel to drive in Italy! This hotel is perfect for adults and really is quiet and peaceful - if you want something more lively then there are plenty of bars in Sorrento. We absolutely loved it and couldn't find one negative.

This was our second visit to this hotel, as we loved our stay so much the first time. Sadly, we won't be returning again. There are still lots of positives about the hotel. The service is great, the staff work hard, the cocktails are delicious, and the rooms are kept exceptionally clean. However, the food was a huge disappointment this time and really let the overall experience down. As a vegetarian, I found the options very limited and repetitive, and I ended up eating tomato-based pasta most evenings. I actually came to dread meal times, which is such a shame as the food was delicious and varied during our previous visit. Unfortunately, it wasn't just the vegetarian options either, even my partner's meat dishes were very disappointing, with poor-quality ingredients and meals that simply didn't look appetising. Breakfast was okay, with the pastries being the highlight, but even some of the fresh produce, such as the tomatoes, seemed a little lacklustre. We really wanted to love our stay as much as we did the first time, but unfortunately the decline in the quality and variety of the food means we wouldn't choose to return. It's a real shame, as the hotel gets so many other things right.

Hotels lovely and very clean, food is pretty bad. Menu sounds really nice every night but is served like its all microwaved in a bag. Looks bad and doesn't taste great either. The odd dish was OK. Breakfast on the other hand is great and marchello the restaurant manager is great too. Hotels in a great position but a little out of the way which is what we wanted. Shuttle bus and its drivers are really lovely. Drinks and service at the bar were really good. Geovanni was by far the best member of staff in the whole hotel. Professional, knows how to have a laugh and will help if you need it. Other staff like reception unhelpful and quite rude. He could of kept the custom their all by himself. All in all a great stay, just wish the food was as a good as it sounded and the other staff cared a little more.

We stayed 9 nights in June half board at La Solara. Once again, a fabulous vacation. We have been visiting here for many years, each visit special in it's own way. Once again the management and staff of La Solara delivered. A beautiful welcome when we arrived, an easy check-in with welcome drink, a fabulous room with balcony. We could not ask for a better start to our stay. We spent most of our time relaxing by the pool, an area kept so clean by Pietro. We enjoyed all of our meals at the snack bar and in the restaurant. Marcello is a master at work! The entire hotel is so clean and fresh so the housekeeping staff deserve so much credit. It's always a bit sad to leave as we totally relax here each visit but its a day closer to returning next year. I must thank Antonio at reception for attending to a few requests I made prior to arrival. There is a tangible atmosphere of peace and tranquility at La Solara. This, the professionalism of the staff, our beautiful room, the wonderful food and the excellent pool and terrace ensured another splendid vacation. See you all in 2027 for sure. Thanks, Mick and Nuala Belfast

The hotel is a ten minute drive by shuttle bus from the centre of town. It is a sedate, peaceful hotel catering for mainly adult families and couples. There is a very tranquil, relaxing atmosphere and it's a fantastic place to unwind. Our room had a small balcony which we mainly used for drying but is perfectly adequate for sitting out, some rooms had sea views which looked great. The bed was comfortable and bathroom clean. The room was cleaned each day. The price we paid for a week was great value considering the location and facilities. As I said, the hotel is a little out of town and benefits from the peaceful atmosphere and the bar and dining areas are perfect for watching the amazing sunsets over Ischia. There is little traffic noise and although the bar has a keyboard duo on three times a week, there is no late night bar noise. I slept undisturbed for the whole week. The staff and service were excellent. From checking in to leaving we couldn't fault them. The bar staff were efficient and polite, the food plentiful and varied, the serving staff were always friendly, smiling and always said good morning and good evening (in Italian). The bar prices were pretty similar to town and there was a wealth of choice from the cocktail menu. The pool is large with a constant supply of towels and no shortage of sunbeds which nobody needed to 'reserve'. As far as I'm aware it is a family-owned hotel and that is reflected in the pride they take. If you are a young family and want a stay with lots of kids activities, or want somewhere with a raucous late night bar, this probably isn't the place for you. If you want somewhere relaxing, with peace and quite but close to town if you want it. then I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this hotel. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would stay here again.

Lovely clean hotel and rooms. The bus was a definite bonus. In hindsight should of only booked breakfast not dinner. Breakfast was poor, fruit and boiled potatoes from the night before on offer!!! Evening meal questionable. Mostly food that had been sitting around for a while and worst pizza I have ever had. Took photos so disappointed. Restaurants in town were amazing and very reasonable. Staff clearly made fuss of some and ignored others. But great location and clean

We have just returned from a wonderful week at Hotel La Solara, where we celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary with our daughter and her partner. We couldn't have chosen a better hotel. From the moment we arrived, every member of staff was friendly, welcoming and incredibly hardworking. Nothing was too much trouble and they all helped make our stay feel special. The hotel itself is spotless with beautiful gardens, a lovely pool area and stunning views. Our room was comfortable, clean and well maintained, with excellent housekeeping throughout our stay. The food was one of the highlights. Breakfast offered a fantastic selection every morning and the evening meals were varied, plentiful and beautifully presented. We especially enjoyed trying many of the local Italian dishes. Although the hotel is in a peaceful location away from the busy centre, the regular shuttle service into Sorrento was excellent and made getting around very easy. A special thank you to all the staff who worked so hard behind the scenes to ensure guests had a wonderful holiday. Their kindness, professionalism and attention to detail did not go unnoticed. We have come home with lovely memories of a very special anniversary and would not hesitate to recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Sorrento. We hope to return one day. Grazie mille, Hotel La Solara, for making our silver wedding anniversary so memorable. Melissa & Paul Phibben, Somerset, England

Lovely, quiet hotel in Sorrento. Amazing location near the beach and away from the hustle of the centre of Sorrento, but near enough to the centre that the free shuttle service only took 10 minutes to reach it from the hotel. Lovely food, we had half board and there were different options each day. Very friendly staff, who were also very helpful. Hotel was beautifully clean throughout. The only comment I would make is that we travelled with our 12 year old who is fairly well behaved but it is a very tranquil hotel and seemed quite an adult environment (eg. The pool has ropes around to stop people/kids jumping in) . I don't think I appreciated this when we booked, although the staff were very welcoming to him and there were a small number of other children there. But overall it was an amazing and beautiful place and we loved every minute.

Our 3rd stay at Best Western La Solara, and we've already booked another stay. Everything about this hotel is great! The food, drinks choices, the large rooms, the staff, the amazing pool. Everything is spotless and nothing is too much trouble. Shuttle bus into Sorrento is so easy to use, you can chill at the hotel or enjoy the buzz of Sorrento. Highly reccomend

Excellent in every way .good gluton free menu great rooms ,but above all the staff here are wonderful, in particular Marcello in charge of the restaurant along with hotel management. Free shuttle bus every hour .great rooms and pool .you won't be disappointed, we've been to sorrento many times and this is the best hotel by far we've stayed in

Perfect location excellent Shuttle service to Sorrento Service in hotel bars pool and restaurant is fabulous Rooms are spacious and I loved the traditional service

Firstly. Naples airport. Utter shambles. 3 hours to clear customs. Chaotic nightmare. Anyway, 5 hours after landing, we arrive at La Solara. Perched up in the hills above Sorrento, a courtesy bus, which ran like clockwork, takes you down to town every hour, only taking about 10 minutes. Returning to the peace and quiet was nice after the hustle and bustle of the town. The hotel isn't new but is modern inside with, what looks like, new furnishings. The communal spaces are spacious and inviting, the dining room bright and thoughtfully laid out. We thoroughly enjoyed every meal. Lots of choices at breakfast and generous portions of the various choices at dinner. This isn't fine dining (thank goodness) but rather the type of meals we've found are quite common in hotels we've stayed in all over Italy and we were very happy with them. Sunday night was "Gala Night" with a fixed menu and a piano being played (too loudly) throughout the meal but it was fine. After dinner, there was music in the lounge (even louder) but many guests were loving it. We had booked a front sea view with terrace. The room was a good size with plenty of storage. Very clean and comfortable. The terrace was huge with views over the sea towards Ischia. The toilet was a little dated but spotless and everything worked so it was all good. Any negatives? We could hear the toilet above us being used: not pleasant and the flushing was really noisy. Maybe this was just in our room. I don't know but, when it happens at 3.00am, not great. Also, more acknowledgement from some staff members would have been nice, even just a smile. However, would I go back? Certainly. Would I recommend? I would.

We have just returned from a week at this lovely hotel, slightly out of the centre of Sorrento town but not a problem as they provide a free shuttle bus service. We had a nice room on the 4th floor, great views, everything we needed including tea/coffee making facilities and a large balcony with table, chairs and 2 sunlounger's. All the staff that we met were all very friendly, helpful and hard working, the hotel is kept very clean. We went half board and found the food to be plentiful and nice, the staff make an extra effort on Sunday for the Gala dinner which we really enjoyed. The pool area is spotless with plenty of loungers, pool towels and a bar area, the pool was also heated whilst we were there. We went to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary, we really enjoyed our week, so much so we have already booked to return next April. I thoroughly recommend this hotel and all the staff that we met.

Had a wonderful week in early April. All staff excellent from reception, cleaners to bar staff an waiters. Food also very very good, some dishes superb. Shuttle service excellent, and runs from 9am to 11pm on the hour into town and 15 min past the hour back. Approx 10 min drive Weather was not great so we didn't use the pool but it did look lovely. Our room was lovely, quite large and a huge balcony My wife has a severe peanut and nut allergy and the restaurant staff handled superbly and loads of options. She felt very safe Would return

We loved our stay, the staff were so attentive and made us feel so looked after. The hotel was spotless and the attention to detail was great.

The hotel is medium in size and situated in a remote location in the hills above Sorrento. The good- The location is quiet and has lots of space around the large quiet pool. If you want a quiet break with a nice setting and not much to do then this is great. The hotel is very clean, the public areas are always spotless and the room cleaning is good although often late in the day. The bad- we had a couple of bad staff experiences, because the hotel is remote you really rely on the bus. One day we went to pick up the 12 o'clock bus but it wasn't open, I went to reception to be told the driver is having his lunch, he won't be long. Nobody cared the bus wouldn't go on time,.no one said how long we would have to wait. They just didn't care, it wasn't so bad for us at the hotel but that meant that the people in Sorrento would be stood in baking hot weather waiting for a bus that didn't arrive. They would have no idea when or even if the bus would turn up. Only after going into reception a further two times did someone eventually go get the driver 15 minutes late who was.really chippy when he eventually turned up. In that scenario the hotel guest came last in their thoughts.and that's never acceptable. Another time we went to reception to pay our drinks bill and tourist tax as we were leaving early the next morning. The man on reception just refused, "no, you can't do it today, it's too difficult, just come back tomorrow". Only when I insisted did he bother to do what we wanted. It took him 1 minute and he was literally doing nothing, he just couldn't be bothered. . He later apologised but it was symptomatic of an attitude where the staff are doing you a favour just providing the very basic services you have paid for. The ugly- The hotel has a pretty basic buffet for breakfast, it's Fine but lacking cooked options, where the hotel really falls down is in the evening meal. The menu in theory changes every day yet every day it feels the same. There is limited choice that is very pasta and tomato sauce heavy with a fish and a meat option. I was excited for the food as the reviews were so good before we came. I simply don't understand it. Maybe they have changed some thing very recently but the food choice , quality and cooking was poor, I would even go as far as saying incredibly poor. It's OK if you love pasta and sauce, there's loads of that but all the meat options were the very cheapest cuts of meat cooked incredibly badly. We tried the beef steak option. I have no idea what cut of beef it was but it tasted like a liver sole of a shoe, we had the fish and chips one night.... OMG, it was like a Tesco value breaded fish served in a plate with a potato dish that may well be the worst thing I had ever eaten. It's difficult to describe but it the "chips" were whole potatoes that I think he been cooked for a previous meal, left for a few days then chucked in the over for 10 mins to get Luke warm. They were absolutely foul.and not even the same planet as chips! Another evening I had the chicken escallop in breadcrumbs. When it arrived it was tough as old boots and the chicken must have been 2mm thick. The food provided is obviously the cheapest of the cheapest possible because the quality was awful. We have stayed in hundreds of hotels, in dozens of countries, I genuinely think this was overall the most disappointing dining experience we have had. Every night a mediocre soup, a meal of very cheap meat served with no vegetables and a huge lettuce leaf to try and make the plate look full. The deserts were the same every night, A mouse, a fruit cocktail that was always 90% apple and maybe a single bit of kiwi or grape, cheap ice cream or a cheap cake option.. every single night the same. On a Sunday we had the gala dinner, it was just less choice and way too long. The food was so bad we went to town and paid to eat out on a few nights and the following Sunday we had no hesitation in going into town rather than spend 2 1/2 hours on a gala dinner that was as poor as every other night. The bus into town that evening was pretty full so others felt the same as us. The other gripe I had was about the telly, when we were there the hotel was about 85% British guests, but the television had lots of German channels. Lots of Italian and french channels but the only British channels were news channels. Seemed as though the hotel didn't go out of their way to provide for their guests. Would I go there again, The room was fine, the location good and the pool area nice. But no way I would pay for that food again... . Go judge for yourself but if you rely on most of the reviews prepare to be disappointed.

We have just returned from this wonderful hotel. We booked it to celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary. All staff were so accommodating and welcoming. We had a beautiful room looking over the pool, the hotel is set in a beautiful peaceful location and is immaculately clean. Food was delicious with a good variety and food. Staff were very accommodating, if there was something you didn't like they would always try to offer you an alternative. We were wished Happy Anniversary by the lovely restaurant manager and they treated us to a bottle of bubbles. The bus to take into the centre was perfect, running every hour and then collecting you when you were ready to return. We. Loved our stay so much we booked to come again while still there. The hotel even booked us onto a wonderful trip and sorted transport from the Hotel. Nothing was too much trouble. We can't wait to return next year.

great hotel would stay again. Beautiful view

This was the fourth time I have been to this hotel and it was just as good a visit as all the other times I visited. This hotel and its amazing staff never disappoint. From the second you arrive to the moment you leave they are fantastic.

This was our second visit to La Solara & it was just as good as it was 15 years ago when we visited for our Silver Wedding Anniversary. We advised the hotel in advance of our return for our RubyAnniversary & they allocated us a lovely room with a pool view & a nice table by the window in the dining room. We were also treated to a lovely bottle of bubbles on our first night which was very much appreciated. We love the spacious pool area and sun deck. The pool is heated & fabulous to swim in & there is a little garden just through from the pool bar area which has lemon trees & right now the most gorgeous smelling blossom. It's a great place to chill out. I must compliment the hotel on its cleanliness & attention to detail. It is absolutely immaculate & the cleaning team work tirelessly in both public areas & the bedrooms to keep it like that. It's nice to be away from the noise & bustle of Sorrento but the little minibus service provided is excellent and takes you in to the centre in 15 minutes. Michele in the dining room looked after us very well and Giovanni made us wonderful coffees and cocktails at the pool bar. We very much enjoyed our stay and we will definitely return.

We are currently staying at this hotel. It is not a four star hotel. The hotel runs along the lines that hotel guests conform and do what the hotel management tell them to do. We arrived yesterday at lunchtime after being up since 3am for an early morning flight. We were ushered into a lounge area for what was described as a welcome meeting. Bemused we complied. Nothing happened. We were given complimentary juice or prosecco but were politely told we could not have a beer as that was not complimentary. Why bother with offering drinks if you are not prepared to give someone what they prefer? We then sat and waited and waited and waited. Nothing happened. Eventually I went to the reception and asked how long did we have to sit waiting as I wanted to check in and get on with my day. We were then advised we could check in. We did but were told the rooms would not be ready for another hour. If they had told us that on arrival we could have taken the shuttle bus into Sorrento and had some lunch. We asked about lunch options. We were sent to a large dining room with one person in it but were told where to sit. We were not given a choice or offered an alternative place to eat lunch - eg the outside terrace. Lunch was a salad which was very nice. In the evening we we were told where we had to sit in the dining room and told we had to sit there every night for the duration of our stay. This is not ok. On our table was a printed notice. The notice says we must accept the hotel's policy to only start preparing each course once the previous course has been completed. This means you have long waits between courses and drags out dinner. The choice of food is limited. We ordered swordfish for our mains. It came covered in grease and there was only a few sauteed potatoes as an accompaniment. We did not bother with dessert. The salad first course was self service but at 8pm was much depleted and uninspiring. We have a dated room. Spacious enough but old fashioned and without a walk in shower. The hotel staff are stiff and formal. The hotel is dead at night and completely dull and boring. We are trapped here for another six nights. Do not stay here unless you want to be told by the hotel what you will have not want you want. Also read the general manager's responses to complaints or poor reviews from past guests. His responses tell you everything about how this hotel is run and managed.

The experience was great with good customer services.

A lovely friendly hotel away from the hustle and bustle of Sorrento. The staff can't do enough to help. Good food at breakfast and dinner. Tips •Use the free hotel shuttle bus. The taxi and Ubers want to charge €40+ from the main square even though only about 4km. The shuttle bus drops you off a 5 minutes walk away from the main square. Go down the steps by the bus stop and follow the road down the hill. Just ask the driver if unsure. •You may need different travel adaptors as there is only one EU socket, the rest are 3 straight prongs (Italy type L). Some two pins do work but not all. •The hotel will transport your bags up and down the drive for your transport from the airport. •If you order a bottle of wine for dinner and don't finish it they will save it for the next day. •They do not serve food between 3pm and 6:45pm which can be an issue if your arrival time is delayed as there are no shops or restaurants nearby. •We had an early departure and the hotel even started the breakfast service early for us. •All the Tui excursion coaches pick you up by the main road at the end of the drive. •The hotel can organise days out eg boat trips to Capri The pool was heated in April and plenty of sun loungers are available. We would definitely stay here again if we visit Sorrento again.

The setting is beautiful and the staff are most welcoming and friendly. The rooms were spotlessly clean but decoration felt dated. We had a side sea view but balcony was in the shade at all times so it was too cold to use. The pool and sun deck were fantastic, obviously never very busy being the very beginning of the season. Pool bar only opened half way through the week and snack bar remained closed. Lunch was available in the restaurant with a fairly limited menu. (Pizza 15 euros, cheeseburger 18 euros etc, bruschetta 10 euros etc.) Continental breakfast buffet was good for choice. Dinner was a three course meal which always included a regional option. Food was always fine, some nights were better than others. The gala dinner did last in excess of 2 hours though! The location, though beautiful, was far too remote. The shuttle into Sorrento was only once an hour, so trips into town had to be carefully coordinated. A taxi would cost around 35 euros to get into town or return to the hotel.

We had the most wonderful honeymoon here and truly can't recommend it enough. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel so welcome and genuinely cared for. What stood out the most was the incredible attention to detail and the warmth of the entire team, who went above and beyond to make our stay special. As someone who is coeliac, I often find travelling and dining stressful—but not here. The range of gluten-free options was fantastic, and I felt completely safe and confident eating every meal. Plates clearly labelled with blue rings or menu adjusted specifically for me, being both coeliac and vegetarian. The staff were knowledgeable, attentive, and always happy to accommodate, which made a huge difference and allowed me to fully relax and enjoy the experience. Every part of our stay felt thoughtfully looked after—from delicious dinners and amazing desserts to great wine recommendations and fun, memorable moments with the team. It's rare to find a place where you feel so well taken care of on every level. Shuttle bus every hour made it extremely convenient for travel into Sorrento centre and numerous excursions all direct transport from hotel doorstep. Makes the planning so much easier and more relaxing. Thank you all for making our honeymoon so special—we'll definitely be back! Emily & Nath

My family and I enjoyed our stay in October 2025 and would certainly recommend. The key to this hotel is the staff. They are great. They are friendly, eager to help and take pride in their work and hotel. This is so rare these days and was a pleasure to experience. The hotel has basic amenities but it is all you need and it works. The rooms are relatively basic but the rooms are very clean and everything works - demonstrating that the staff do their jobs well and take pride in it. The restaurant is bright and airy and has a lovely view of the coast. The food is freshly prepared and some courses were genuinely excellent. We had the half-board package so ate from the 3-course set dinner menu which had good variation to it and we didn't feel the need to move to the a la carte. We did see others have this and it looked very good. Breakfast had broad buffet-style options. The main amenity is the swimming pool and sun terrace. This is a good size with the pool being 23m long and a very functional oblong shape rather than a random curve shape which is not very user friendly. The charm for me was that it is not heavily chlorinated which is always a pet hate of mine so this was welcome. The sun terrace is directly above the restaurant so also has lovely views of the coast. The hotel location is a few kms outside of Sorrento which we liked as the town centre is very busy and few hotels have a sea view. The key to this being functional is the shuttle bus which runs hourly and drops right into the centre of town. We found it to be utterly reliable and comfortable. Overall we would certainly recommend and would like to thank the staff for their part in a really enjoyable holiday.

Our stay at La Solara was exceptional. Every member of staff was very friendly and helpful and everything was run extremely efficiently. The hotel and rooms are very clean, the restaurant food delicious, prices very reasonable and the service wonderful. We really enjoyed getting to know the staff during our time there and we felt that they take a genuine interest in providing a high quality guest experience. We were a family of four and had two interconnecting rooms which worked really well and we were grateful the hotel was able to accommodate this. We liked the location outside of the hustle and bustle of central Sorrento and the shuttle was extremely reliable so we didn't feel that not being within walking distance was an issue at all. Cannot recommend this hotel highly enough. Thank you to all the team at La Solara that made our holiday so enjoyable! Grazie.

Just came back from a 3 night stay in beautiful Sorrento. I can not fault this hotel it was lovely. 10 minute drive from the town centre abit dangerous to walk. Friendly welcome, all the staff were very nice and helpful. Room was spotless, had everything you would need and was cleaned everyday. Breakfast was a buffet, mostly continental but with some bacon and egg which tasted great. Dinner was a sit down three course meal, always nice with a couple of choices. Sunday night was gala night , candlelight dinner with piano playing, great atmosphere we enjoyed our holiday alot.

The staff at la solara are exceptional. The customer service is unequalled. The front desk was courteous and knowledgeable. The restaurant is outstanding. First class service and cuisine. The rooms are spotless with large modern bathrooms. The public areas are quiet and comfortable. I highly recommend the la Solara

We spent a week there in September . We booked a family room for myself, husband and adult daughter. The room was ok for 2 people but never a family room . We were claustrophobic and spent the first few days in discomfort. Not what we expected at all . Despite what they kept telling us , the bed was smaller than a usual bed . She is 5 ft 6 and slight . You would need to be 4 ft at best . The rep was absolutely useless. When I asked what happens if very tall people stay there such as Danish people . Her response was Danish people do not go to Sorrento. The hotel is clean but no frills definitely not what we call 4 star but 3 star at best . It's a Best Western which is not made clear on the TUi info . The hotel and TUi could have put this right but they chose not to. In the end we paid for another room and left my daughter in the first room but by then the holiday was ruined . We thought by booking with TUI there was a safety net but actually I won't bother in the future. To summarise the quality of the hotel was misrepresented , the family room was not big enough and the bed was not a full size single bed

A bit late to the party with this review but just wanted to add to the wealth of positive reviews. We stayed here at the end of April; my partner having booked it for my birthday. We arrived at Naples airport on a public holiday and the journey to the hotel (bus transfer) took as long as the flight did. On arrival the luggage was taken off the bus by staff and carried up the hill for us. We were greeted with a glass of Prosecco and rather than go straight to the room we went straight out to the fabulous pool area and had a pizza, The staff here are exceptional - from the pool lifeguard, through the waiting an bar staff to the reception staff. We were half board - the evening meal is exceptional - choices of starters, mains and desserts. The wine list is extensive and if you have a bottle a don't finish it the they will (if you don't want to take it away and drink it in the bar or your room) save it for you. You have an allocated table for the evening meal but can sit anywhere for breakfast. Breakfast is buffet style and extensive. Bar prices and pool snacks are very reasonably priced. They put everything on the room and you settle the bill at the end of the stay. The hotel is a couple of miles outside of the centre of torrents (which is beautiful) but there is a free shuttle bus to and from the centre that is ALWAYS on time and runs every hour from about 10am ?from memory) until about 11pm. There is a lovely beach with a couple of Bars and restaurants a short walk away. Entertainment a couple of evening - very good. The rooms are spotlessly clean, cleaned daily and whilst dated they are clearly looked after with quality fittings. We genuinely couldn't fault the place - a great place to explore the Amalfi coast a Pompeii. In that - the Amalfi coast trip that you can book through the hotel was the one we did - fantastic. We did Pompeii ourselves - shuttle bus and then the train. We did Capri through the tour operator but wouldn't recommend that one. I wish we had gone with the one that the hotel can arrange for you - based on our Amalfi experience it will be much better value. We would 100% definitely return!

This Hotel was wonderful - it came highly recommended by friends and it did not disappoint. We booked half board and requested a double room with balcony overlooking the Bay of Naples. Every member of staff was so friendly, helpful and efficient. The entire Hotel was immaculately maintained and was spotless. The food in the delightful restaurant was superb with plenty of choice. The shuttle bus worked so efficiently and was comfortable. We travelled by train, ferry and bus all of which were very reasonably priced. The trips we did that the Hotel receptionists organised were excellent value and good. Swimming Pool area excellent. Thankyou to everyone at Hotel Solara.

We chose this hotel since the reviews were very good. We usually stay in the centre of Sorrento but wanted a different experience this time. The hotel is spotlessly clean and staff friendly. The hotel shuttle runs like clockwork. We particularly wanted a large pool for swimming but the pool was very cold. The breakfast was okay but not outstanding. However we were terribly disappointed by the evening meals, served mainly lukewarm. Unfortunately the gala dinner took over 2 hours to serve everyone which we felt was too long. The pool shades over rather early due to being up in the hills and we found there were a lot of mosquitos due to the shrubbery. Our room,whilst clean and the bed comfy, was dark and the lights for the balcony did not work so we could not sit out in the evening. There is nowhere to take a short walk unless you get the shuttle down to town. As per another review, the hotel should provide some bottled water which can be kept in the fridge. This would be in keeping with pretty much every hotel I've stayed at and particularly because there are no local shops to easily get to without getting the shuttle. In summary we felt the holiday was overpriced and the hotel underwhelming.

I was so excited to stay here, as it was recommended by a friend. When we arrived, no greeting, no smile. We were given a room way in the back against a wall. No view as was noted online. Dinner that night in the hotel was awful. I will say that breakfast was great!!! Also, watch out when you use the shuttle, as you have to walk down a steep hill to get on it. Even in the rain, with luggage, and do not expect any assistance from all the men at the front desk. They could care less. The internet went out while we were there, and they just blamed a third party company and said there was nothing they could do, and no idea when it would come back on. The most unhelpful group of old men I have ever seen. Very unimpressed with the hotel, the rooms and especially the customer service. Would not stay there again!

This hotel is the perfect place to spend a few days if you are in need of rest and relaxation. Situation on the outskirts of Sorrento, the hotel is perched on the hill with an amazing view of the ocean, and is away from the hustle and bustle of the town. In a traditional style, the hotel is comfortable, quiet and you will feel like you're staying in a family home. This is because every member of staff will make you so welcome. From the wonderful staff on the Front Desk (Massimo, Tina, Antonio, Fabio and Maria) who will ensure your every need is met to the essential services of Mario (a life saver) who will take you to and from the town in the Shuttle bus every hour. The food is delicious and the evening dining experience is very civilised with excellent waiter service, perfectly coordinated by Marcello and Nino, all ably served by Ferdinando, Fatima, Alba, Sonia and Pepe. A big thank you to Ben and Giovanni in the bar for the “conversation and humour” and the perfect cocktails each evening. A delightful get away break for recharging tired batteries, La Solara is simply “perfetto”. Grazie Mille!

I have to say we booked this hotel based on the reviews - I appreciate that reviews are subjective but I was incredibly disappointed. So we went with TUI and arrived Monday afternoon - it was only a short trip. The room like most have said is basic and dated but incredibly clean - I liked the bed my husband didn't. The shower was over the bath and the bath was quite deep - luckily we are still quite agile at 60-65. The position of the shower made it a tight squeeze and I am only 5ft 2 ins - my husband used the bath - the water pressure was good and the water was hot. We went half board (normally do all inclusive so I was maybe naive) breakfast was reasonable but very continental and not much hot food on offer. Dinner was a massive disappointment - the meat was good quality but that was the only positive - food was luke warm at best with little to no seasoning. One night I had sea bass and it tasted like it was boiled in water, the following night I then had turkey in lemon sauce and carrots - that was it! I also had chicken coated in egg and pan fried served with mashed potatoes and some kind of mayonnaise. I just felt very let down - the salad bar was good but all the veg was served cold. You also had to pay for water at your table - at 2.50 Euros for 1L bottle. There was only entertainment on the Thursday night and that was an older man on his keyboard singing. I only went to the pool one day as the weather was only about 24 degrees and the pool was absolutely freezing. On the Thursday we arrived back to our room about 2.30pm and received a telephone call from reception asking if we needed the room cleaned? To be honest I was a little thrown by the question and asked if we could have the bed made - I am happy to make my own bed and felt a little cheeky asking! The reception then replied okay so you don't need anything! We just made our own bed, honestly I am not an entitled Princess but we had paid almost £1400 for 4 nights and my husband had found the housekeeper that morning to tip her (something we do on every holiday we go on). We also paid £70 for late checkout and were told that this would be 2pm - if we had known I am not sure we would have bothered. The shuttle into Sorrento was great and always on time. The view from our room was lovely but got no sun at all as we were right in the corner. Also there was no privacy at all if we sat on the balcony. We were in room 328 Would I visit this hotel again - no I wouldn't and I was very disappointed

The hotel is in a lovely location with views across the bay of Naples. Very clean and the service is exceptional. There is an hourly shuttle to the town centre which runs from 8.00 until 23.00. Food isn't great. I had a seafood pasta which was overcooked. On Sunday there is a gala night with a restricted menu. Veal was served which was like a piece of shoe leather. Drinking water has to be purchased from the bar which was a big disappointment. Water should be free.

Arrived very late, there was a cold plate of cheeses an meats waiting for us, the staff were brilliant, the food plentiful and varied. Pool area was fantastic, always sun beds and towels available . Hourly shuttle bus into town was great. No problems with anything

Just returned from a lovely stay at the La Solara, on a half board basis. The hotel is spotlessly clean and all the staff are so helpful and friendly. As I'm someone who suffers from coeliac disease, gluten free food is a must have and this was not a problem at all. Big thanks to Marcello, Sonia and Ben who all went out of their way to explain the gluten free menu options. We had a very early morning departure and a GF packed breakfast was provided for me. The hotel's shuttle bus into town is also great and runs like clockwork.

This was my second stay at La Solara, and it was just as good as the first time. I have stayed at quite a few hotels in Sorrento, and as a solo female traveller, this is the only hotel in town where I have felt completely comfortable. The hardworking staff are all incredibly helpful and polite. I feel like I didn't say thank you enough to all of them individually. The food options at breakfast and dinner are excellent. And the cocktails at the bar are cheaper than my local bars in London! The lunch menu is a little pricey, but the portions are big and very tasty. The pool area was kept immaculately clean. And there was always sun loungers and deck chairs available at any time of day. The shuttle bus into the centre of town was very reliable. The driver would even make an extra stop en route for those who wanted a bit of a walk into town when the pavements started or couldn't cope with the stairs down at the bus stop. The only small negative is that I didn't book a couple of trips that I wanted to do, as the first shuttle bus of the day wouldn't get me into town early enough for the start of the trips. Overall, an incredibly relaxing and enjoyable holiday. And I will definitely return one day.

Very big portions at dinner (tea) we often couldnt finish! Special thanks to Sonya. Thought the ice creams and sprites were expensive and told them so. The included shuttle bus is very reliable for getting into town and back, but if you want to visit one of the nearby beaches your'e on thr road - no pavement. Tea and Coffee in the room. Capri and pompeii do it yourself but we took the Tui excursion for Amalfi coast.

We returned from La Solara last week and can't recommend this hotel enough. We had the most wonderful stay. From the time we checked in until we left we were made to feel welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Special shout out to Giovanni and Ben - wonderful guys! The check in team were very friendly and we were thankful of the meal we received on arrival after a long day travelling and not arriving at the hotel until 22.30, Guiseppe who served us was lovely. The pool area is spotless, Antonio and his team take great care of you! Our room was spacious and in a traditional Italian style (obsessed with the yellow and blue floor tiles!) which only added to the charm of the hotel, with a good sized balcony overlooking the pool. The housekeeping team work very hard, our room was cleaned every day. The food was AMAZING! Top Marks to the chefs. The shuttle bus worked perfectly, we liked being just outside of the hustle and bustle of the centre of Sorrento. Thanks La Solara - we will definitely be back x

All the staff were friendly. Food was excellent, especially the breakfast. Lovely pool and a fantastic view. Would recommend to anyone staying in Sorrento. The free hotel shuttle bus into Sorrento was good too.

Absolutely superb!. Just returned from a brilliant week at this hotel. Everything about it is first class. A special mention must go the staff who take immense care and are very professional. I must mention Marcello in the dining hall. I have food allergies and I have never come across a more informed and attentive restaurant anywhere and the food provided was also first rate. Giovanni and Ben in the bar were also terrific. If there is a flaw it is the fitness studio which needs an upgrade as it is not really usable in its present form. All in all we would strongly recommend this brilliant hotel for anyone who wants a memorable and fun time in Sorrento. Five starts without a doubt.

Amazing place with nice people, great service, nice room and and a finw restaurant. The people in the reception were helpful and kind, Very recommend!!

In all honesty, before we arrived, we were expecting something a little more modern, luxurious and contemporary but be assured that this hotel really does have old-school charm. This is officially a chav-free zone with very respectable clientele. I wouldn't describe it as posh, just perfect and not pretentious in any way. Yes, it could do with a little modernisation in some areas, but the setting is beautiful with wonderful views, fresh air and all areas were spotlessly clean. The resort felt safe (which coming from London isn't something we usually feel!). During our stay, the bar, restaurant and pool staff were amazing and the food was exceptional with a good variety. The team work so well together and are so polite, accommodating and helpful. I wish there was such camaraderie in my workplace! Grazie mille to the marvellous Marcello (a real star with such a lovely personality), the wonderful Giovanni, brilliant Ben, fantastic Nino, Guiseppe, Alba (always smiling), Fatima, Fernando, the guy at the pool and all other team members. We really appreciated your hard work and efforts to make our stay so enjoyable. Everything is charged to the room, so it's advisable to keep a log on your phone of everything ordered and have a good idea of pricing to ensure that errors aren't made. Paying every few days is recommended. I was quite relieved that there was no 7am race to the pool to reserve sunbeds. Many were available at most times of the day and the lovely pool attendant would always be there to help. Towels were plentiful too, which was brilliant. Unfortunately the balconies have no dividers for privacy which would have been nice, although we spent most of our time out of our room and so it didn't matter that much. The pool closed a little too early (as did the garden with the table tennis) in our opinion at 19:30, although my son would have been happy to still be swimming at midnight lol! Be sure to use the shortcut to the pool from Floor 1. Very handy, but you do need your key card to get back in that way. The beach is about a 20 minutes walk down quite a steep road but we ordered a shuttle from a bar to take us back us to the hotel for 13 euros and that was well worth the expense. Miriam, the Tui rep., was fantastic. The 1 hour free walking tour is highly recommended and finishes at the Foreigners' Club (bar/restaurant) which has the most spectacular views of the bay. The 4 of us loved that place! Trip to Pompeii and Vesuvius highly recommended. Capri is worth checking out but was very expensive. The hotel shuttle bus is a life saver. The hotel in the evening could be quiet at times and so if you are looking for action then this is probably not the place for you. (Although, there was some nice live music on a few nights.) However, if you want a mix of tranquility and a bit of life (via the shuttle bus), then this is a great choice. (The atmosphere in the town on a Saturday evening was electric but very busy.) I can honestly say that this holiday was one of the nicest we have ever experienced as a family. Ciao Sorrento and La Solara. We will most definitely miss you! ❤️

Just returned from a week at La Solara. I am originally from nearby Salerno and have visited this area many times and even got married in Sorrento 11 years ago. The hotel is great, spotlessly clean and the food quality both at the pool bar and in the main dining room is very good. The pool area is good, no issues with finding a sunbed. During my last trip to Sorernto I stayed in the Atlantic Palace which is further down the mountain from La Solara and easily walkable into Sorrento but I would not recommend trying to walk from La Solara into Sorrento, there is no path and some vehicles pass very close to you. The shuttle bus is great and runs like clockwork, it can be busy in the evening coming back from Sorrento and a place is not guaranteed meaning you may need to wait at the bus stop for it to return which is annoying. The bus stop is shared with many other hotels and bus routes so can become chaotic with people pushing past you to get to the bus as it's next to a narrow path. I stayed with wife my wife and 2 children (aged 14 and 10) in one room with a bunk bed for the kids which was fine. Couple of things to note that may not be to everyone's taste is that the main bed (In my room at least) was two single beds pushed together which is not to everyone's taste (including mine) also the beds are very short so if you are over 6 foot your feet stick out of the end! One other thing here is that all drinks and food can be charged to the room which is very convenient. If you are on a budget it's not easy to keep track of what you are spending without continually going to the reception, an app would be beneficial in my opinion. Drinks and food are priced as you would expect and reasonable value but def not cheap. Overall a great stay and I would def recommend this hotel to anyone considering booking.

We have not long returned from a fantastic 10 days at the La Solara. The hotel is furnished in a typical Italian style. The hotel was very clean throughout due to the excellent and friendly housekeeping team. The reception team were friendly and ready to help with any questions. We stayed half board and the food and drink was excellent with varied choices each day. Many thanks to Giovanni, Marcello, Nino, Ben and the rest of the team who made sure you did not want for anything. We had a sea view room which was very comfortable only small negative would be the bathroom although had everything required needed a bit of a refresh. As the hotel is not right in the centre of Sorrento the complimentary hotel shuttle bus is fantastic and runs like clockwork.We loved our stay in Sorrento and look forward to returning to La Solara as soon as we can. Thank you.

Such a great hotel. Location was lovely, amazing views and sunsets, was nice and quiet and was very easy to get in and out of the town thanks to the hotels free shuttle bus that came every hour. First impressions was how clean the hotel was, our family room was nice and spacious and the beds were very comfortable. We had breakfast included which had a great variety to choose from and was delicious. We ate lunch at the pool snack bar a few times and that was also very nice. Pool was amazing and never felt busy, always plenty of sun loungers available. Staff were also very friendly. Definitely recommend this hotel.

Great hotel. so clean and well maintained. Nice and quiet away from the town but the regular shuttle bus made it a convenient location, so best of both worlds. Good breakfast choice.

We really enjoyed our visit to La Solara in August and would recommend. We are a family of three including a 12 year old who have just stayed for a week. We had the half board option and ate 6/7 nights in the hotel restaurant as the food was such a high quality. All of the staff were friendly and polite. They all appear to be incredibly hardworking. Decor is traditional so feels a bit dated if you are used to swanky and modern hotels but it's incredibly clean and tidy. The shuttle bus into the town is brilliant and allows you to explore Sorrento freely, as well as get to public transport links to Naples, Pompeii and Amalfi coast to explore too. There is a beach over the road that is less busy and less expensive than the main Sorrento beach areas that is worth a visit too.

We had an excellent 10 days at La Solara from start to finish. Many thanks to all of the team, from reception to housekeeping and cleaning, the pool attendants and not forgetting Marvello and all of the restaurant team. We hope to be back again soon.

2nd visit to this hotel , absolutely wonderful , spotless , beautiful setting . Tina the receptionist went above and behind so kind and professional . Marvello , Alma and all the staff were wonderful . I'm a vegetarian and they accommodated me. The pool man was Lovley . The pool area fab . Food great . View from Resturant smashing . The entertainment Lello band great and I was able to request songs and they sang it they were really talented . The cleaners were Lovley and rooms spotless . The bar staff gessepie and Ben were superb always had a smile and welcome . Thank you again for a fabulous holiday . Again thanks Tina .

Such a shame that fantastic hotel and great staff are let down by Tina on reception who is incredibly rude. I note a few other reviews mention this. We stayed for a special occasion and I had high hopes from the reviews. Yes the hotel is a bit dated but the views are to die for, it's incredibly clean and staff are polite (nobody is overly friendly). But Tina was incredibly rude at all points even when asking things that weren't contentious. She made us feel incredibly uncomfortable and actually ruined the stay a bit. It's so important that front of house are patient and professional. Hopefully now there have been a few comments to this effect the management might give her some customer service training.

Nestled on the side of the mountain above Sorrento this hotel provides you with the most fabulous holiday experience. With a shuttle bus that's runs every hour, the 11 min ride into Sorrento enables to seamlessly move between the hustle and bustle of town to the calming, cool breeze air at Hotel La Solara. Traditional Italian styled rooms are clean and spacious. Rooms have a USB plug and Italian plug sockets. A well tendered pool area provides ample sun beds, pool towels and umbrellas. The snack pool bar offers cold drinks, ice creams and hot food at lunchtime. Dinner is a set menu each night. We a family who are gluten free Marcello, his team and the chefs could not have been more accommodating. Ensuring there was always a choice of options and even making specialist deserts. This was a really lovely touch. Gala dinner on Sunday nights is a feast to experience. A set menu served with subtle live background music on the piano. Evenings are low key, but live music 3 times a week was great. We booked several trips via reception. All meticulously organised meaning we had a wonderful time visiting Amalfi and Positano by boat, Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius by coach. We really felt like we got to experience so much of the area. A big thank you to the reception team. We loved our time in Sorrento. With our children now in their late teens we no longer need the all inclusive family resorts and enjoyed not having water slides, the daily call for water aerobics and pumping music around the pool. We left Sorrento with full hearts and many wonderful memories. Thank you 🫶

We enjoyed a fabulous five day stay here. I guess the hotel was built in the 1960s, and has a traditional appearance inside and out. The room was spacious, but the view across a roof towards a hill was nondescript. The staff were universally friendly and helpful. E stayed on a half board basis, but breakfast was enough to keep us going till dinner time. Food served in the snack bar looked great. Limoncello spritzers from the poolside bar were sooo refreshing. The pool was a great feature, either for a pool day, or to cool off after sightseeing. Tge view from the pool is lovely. Although the hotel is 5km outside Sorrento, the courtesy coach works very well. The journey only takes 10 minutes. We tended to go in to Sorrento in the morning, return to the pool, and go back to Sorrento in the evening. It sounds like a hassle, but it's not. And, after doing touristy things, that pool was so welcoming. Not all town centre hotels have pools…. Breakfast was comprehensive. Dinner comprised a table d'hôte menu, and there was always a wide range of options. In addition to the vegetarian options on the menu, you can ask for a separate vegetarian menu. We travelled with TUI. The rep, Miriam, is local, and gave an excellent presentation. She also led a free walking tour of Sorrento on the Tuesday morning. One secret place to visit is the Mediterranean garden above and behind Favorita restaurant. It's open access in the mornings, with no compulsion to eat or drink there. We had a special time at Hotel La Solara, and want to mention Guiseppe and Fernando in the restaurant, who were very welcoming. We'd definitely stay there again.

We just stayed three nights in two rooms. Ours was a last minute booking. Overall we liked the hotel. The one thing we didn't like was our rooms were small and dark. One faced over a roof and the other was facing the backside into a tile wall. No sea views unfortunately but the price was inexpensive so I guess no big loss that way. I note there are a number of unappealing rooms but there are also many with a pretty view so that would be a consideration for anyone booking this hotel. More positively, the hotel is well-located, the shuttle bus is convenient and the breakfast is excellent. The people who work at the hotel are really wonderful. We especially appreciated Massimiliano at the front desk who is just a lovely representative of the hotel and of Sorrento. For swimming he suggested Puolo Beach which was perfect. We rented chairs and an umbrella there for a third of the price of in town and it was fabulous. Plus the food from the assisted restaurant was excellent. And the hotel pool is pristine with plenty of chairs and snacks/drinks available. We'd stay again but we'd try to improve the assigned rooms as a view would have been. Ice.

We had an incredible stay and can't recommend this hotel enough. The service was excellent. Every member of staff was thoughtful, considerate, and genuinely went out of their way to make our stay comfortable. The pool area was one of the highlights: large, peaceful, and surrounded by stunning views. We never had trouble getting a sunbed, which made for such a relaxing experience. The cocktails and wines were top quality, perfect to enjoy while taking in the scenery. The food was absolutely outstanding. The pesto pasta, in particular, was the best I've ever had. So fresh and insanely tasty! Every evening, we were lucky enough to watch the sunset over the sea while enjoying dinner, which made the whole experience even more special. Our room had the most breathtaking sea view, and waking up to it each morning was a dream. The hotel also runs a super reliable shuttle service every hour into the centre of Sorrento, which was a huge bonus and made getting around really easy. This hotel was the perfect mix of relaxation, views, and great service. We will definitely return if ever in Sorrento again!

Just returned from here, from start to finish it was perfect. Traditional italian rooms with massive beds and good spacious balconies which always get the sun, we also had a sea view which was unreal. Pool was also big and you always had a sunbed every day. The snackbar was also good as were the cocktails. The food was incredible, both breakfast and dinner. Real high quality, freshly made. Also, every night you had the same table which was such a nice personal touch, made you feel welcome. We also had a very early flight and so they packed a breakfast ready to take with us. It was such a lovely gesture. The whole stay was 10/10. Grazie!

Just back from a fantastic week at La Solara. The staff, service and food was fantastic. If you're looking for a quiet week with fantastic views then La Solara is for you. We had a sea view room with a terrace on the 3rd floor with table, chairs and sunbeds, the view was breathtaking (worth paying to wake up to that every morning) The staff really play a big part in the hotel making your stay very comfortable, the food was excellent and cater for all dietary needs. They have entertainment 3 nights a week with singers, not over the top but enough to get you in the holiday mood. Marcello and his team in the dining room work very hard to make it an excellent dining experience, Giuseppe made me laugh every night! Sorrento is a beautiful part of the world with numerous excursions on your doorstep, we visited Capri & Positano. Well done to all the staff at La Solara for a very memorable holiday. Grazie Mille 😃

Just back from a 7 night stay at the La Solara. Outstanding from the moment we arrived. We stayed half board through TUI and arrived late around 11pm and the restaurant and staff were remained open and presented a three course meal which was welcomed as it would have been a long wait till breakfast. The Management and staff cannot do enough to make your stay memorable. We had a room on the first floor with a sea view and the rooms were comfortable and very clean. Lovely view and quiet in the day and evening with great sunsets. The restaurant service and quality of food of a high level a menu with choice every night. Breakfast was a buffet style but plenty of choice for all. The staff make the stay as always willing to help and serve you. We like a scenic view but close enough the local town/city and Sorrento is around 3km from the hotel but a free shuttle bus runs from around 8 am to 11pm so perfect to gain access. The swimming pool area has a bar and Canopy terrace for snacks which are more like meals in themselves and a lively garden where you can relax to the rear. We loved our time here and cannot thank the management and staff enough for making us welcome throughout we will certainly return very soon

A pleasant hotel just outside of Sorrento. We used a hire car to get there and the hotel shuttle bus to get into town. There is a local beach close to the hotel but watch out for the steep hill. - there is a tut tut that will give you a lift back up the hill for a few euro's though. Hotel was clean and well maintained if a bit dated. The staff were friendly and informative. Breakfast was good as was the pool area and lounge. There are day trips that can be organised by the hotel but we used the hire car to drive to Positano. Would stay again.

I'll be honest having stayed in Sorrento at other hotels previously I wasn't quite sure what to expect when booking this, but decided to give it a try based upon other excellent reviews. Wow, so glad we did - it was simply wonderful! An absolutely immaculate and well cared for hotel inside and out. Our room was superb - spacious and comfortable with everything that you could need, exceptionally clean, a separate lounge area and huge bathroom and a terrace with a wonderful sea view and our own sun loungers. The restaurant was really lovely - breakfast was very good with lots of choice and although we weren't half board we booked to have dinner two nights as the food was delicious and the service really good. The pool area is lovely with a good pool bar and good choice of food for lunch (large portions). Views are stunning. The staff at this hotel are all so friendly and helpful, with a special shout out to Marcello who is superb. The free and regular shuttle bus was reliable and punctual, making it easy to go into town whenever you like. What more could you want. This hotel is wonderful in every way and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it and hope that we can return in future.

This place is amazing! It was our second trip within two years and we went because the staff make you feel so welcome. They have everything down to a fine art. Marcello and his team serve up a fabulous dinner every evening and Appolina (I hope that is right) serve a varied breakfast. The pool, albeit a bit chilly was exceptionally clean, there is also a small garden at the back for smokers. The rooms are as you see them on the website and the housekeeping team keep the ants away as the area is surrounded by olive groves. The views, oh wow they are fantastic with the Island of Ischia just across from the hotel. A complimentary shuttle bus takes you to Sorrento every hour and brings you back.

What a fantastic hotel, food first class, so clean and staff who work incredibly hard, professional and with exceptional high standards. It was a family holiday and what special memories we made and definitely will be back. The views from our spacious balcony was beautiful, first thing in the morning and last thing at night. The garden was beautiful, I could go on and on,Thank you so much to all the Italian people in the hotel and on excursions who work incredibly hard to accommodate tourist.

My wife and I stayed here at the beginning of July,during an Italian heat wave, the hotel is about 3km outside Sorrento but this is not a problem as the hotel has its own air conditioned mini bus which runs into sorrento every hour from 7am-11pm free of charge and pick you up from where it drops you off, superb service.The hotel rooms have all you need for a comfortable stay,comfortable bed,tea and coffee making facilities topped up every day,we were lucky enough to have room 308 on the third floor with a huge balcony sun beds and a beautiful sea view looking straight at Vesuvius,and the shower in the bathroom is fantastic,the food in the restaurant is buffet at breakfast and waitress service at night but there is plenty of choice and the food is great.The hotel is extremely well kept and the staff are extremely polite and nothing is too much trouble.

My 4th visit to La Solara but 1st visit for my husband. It is 12 years since my last stay and although there are some changes it is still of a very high standard. Spotlessly clean, probably the cleanest hotel we have ever stayed in. All the staff go above and beyond, cannot praise one above the other as all go out of their way to be helpful. Marcello and staff are amazing and as a vegetarian they always made sure there was a suitable option for me. Perfect breakfast, delicious pastries. This is the only hotel we would choose half board as we do not like buffet style, it was lovely to be waited on every evening. We also made good friends in the dining room which made our holiday. Absolutely loved the pool and sunbathing area, so well maintained and the lifeguard was very attentive, putting out extra beds if needed. Pool bar was excellent, be warned very large portions. Excellent shuttle service into Sorrento which was much busier than previous visits. Nice to get away from the hustle and bustle and return to the peace of the hotel. Previously have booked a sea view and wish we had this time. Our room was large and in convenient location but the balcony was very small and not ideal for sunbathing. However, we wouldn't really have spent much time on the balcony as we loved the pool area so much and the friendships we made. My husband struggled with the small shower cubicle as I know other guests did. Myself - cleanliness is top priority particularly in a bathroom and I can confirm this was immaculate and cleaned thoroughly every day. We would have preferred to pay for our drinks and pool food in cash every day but we did not have any issues with our bill and found the prices to be fair. La Solara will always hold a special place in my heart, I could not stay anywhere else when visiting Sorrento. Absolutely loved our holiday thank you to all the staff.

We had a great stay at La Solara. We had a 10 night half board package. We arrived just after 11pm and the hotel had kept the restaurant open for us to get something to eat which I thought was a really nice touch as we were quite hungry but thought we would have to wait until breakfast. The room was a little dated but very clean, we were on the 5th floor so had a lovely large patio balcony with side sea views which was a nice surprise. It had sun loungers so we could utilise after a busy day of sightseeing without having to go down to the pool as it had the sun all day. The air con was a bit hit and miss we'd switch it on but it wouldn't come on straight away then randomly would kick in. Breakfast was nice, there was enough choice for myself but they didn't have full hot buffet selection. Pastries and cakes were delicious! We had food around the pool a couple of times as well and the portions were huge it's enough to share if you're not wanting a big meal for lunch . Service at the pool bar was great we used mainly for drinks. Evening meals were really nice, it was good to have half board but choose from a menu rather than a buffet, where it can get repetitive. I loved the fresh salad bar as well. I had lots of tasty dishes over the 10 nights and the Gala dinner was lovely too, I am pregnant so I needed to switch some things out and this wasn't a problem at all. Bar service was good on an evening, can't fault any of the staff in the hotel they were all super friendly and helpful. We used the shuttle bus to get into Sorrento it worked well even with timings of trips we planned. I am glad we were just outside of the centre it was really peaceful and the sunsets from the hotel were amazing! I would definitely return to this hotel in the future!

Just back from our second visit to La Solara. Another fabulous stay at a hotel that really does make you feel part of the family. Great service throughout, fabulous pool area and rooms that are brilliantly clean and so comfortable. Lovely food very homely, but do miss ability to swap dinner for lunch. The courtesy bus is great so regular and reliable. This is a charming caring hotel away from the noise of Sorrento but within striking distance at the same time. We will definitely be back.

We have recently returned from another beautiful 10 night stay at La Solara. Such an amazing place with an almost tangible peace and quiet throughout the hotel. The region, the staff, our room, the facilities, the food - just top class and a real highlight of our year. A number of new faces this year amongst the staff but the same excellent service and pleasant manner. We appreciate the efforts of all the staff at La Solara. We looked forward to our evening meals every day as the choice and quality of food is fantastic. Marcello, the chefs and the servers looked after us tremendously. The pool and terrace areas are spectacular and so well kept by Francesco and Antonio. The cleanliness throughout the hotel is just incredible - the place is shining, a real credit to the house-keeping team. It goes without saying we will be back in 2026! Well done to the entire La Solara team on facilitating another brilliant vacation. Mick & Nuala - Belfast

Just returned from La Solara hotel. What a wonderful stay. This hotel isn't flashy, it's traditionally Italian, with wood furniture and colourful tiled floors. Admittedly when first arrived we were unhappy with the room which looked out on a steep dirt bank and fence, however, management were brilliant and we got moved. Many thanks to manager Massimo as he was brilliant in arranging the change asap, having luggage moved etc. The new room was beautiful, and loads of storage space for us 3 adults. Balcony was roomy and we enjoyed sitting out in evening before bed. This room issue is the only negative point I have about this hotel. Firstly, it is 10mins ride from Sorrento, but the free bus service that runs every hour all day makes popping into the main town easy. If you don't want to be outside the town, don't book here! If you want some peace and quiet to chill out and relax, it's perfect. We went half board and the food was excellent. A la carte every evening and No repeat of any dishes in the two weeks we were there, yes a lot of pasta, but hey, it's Italy. When we were out on an evening trip they happily provided packed lunches for us which were big, and lots a choice. The pool bar food was equally as tasty, reasonably priced and the portions were massive, so actually a bargain. Staff here are excellent, from the cleaners, waiting staff to management. They make you feel like they care about every guest. All areas of the hotel are spotless, the gardens surrounding it are beautiful, and being on the side of a hill, has breathtaking views and sunsets, all which can been seen from the large windows of the dining room. The pool area was well managed, always sun beds available any time of day, the staff will ensure you get one. No early morning sun bed reserving here. Special thanks to Massimo, Marcello, Ben and the lovely Appalonia for making our stay perfect. Will be recommending the hotel to anyone who wants to have a relaxing holiday is Sorrento. Room tip, pay extra for sea or pool view…won't be disappointed.

It's a nice hotel. Our room was pleasant. Very clean. However, there were holes in the mosquito screen which meant we both got bitten. The air conditioning was very temperamental. The outdoor, rooftop swimming pool was barely used as it was just too cold to stay in, despite the very hot weather. There was no spa area. The food in the restaurant was ok but there was a great deal of repetition. Its proximity to Sorrento was too far, despite a regular shuttle bus provided by the hotel. It was very noisy with traffic. Having to get on a bus just for a change of scenery was tiresome. The staff? Fantastic. Professional, patient, cheerful and gave first class service.

Wonderful staff, especially Giuseppe, Giovanni, Ben, Alna, Nino and Marcello. Excellent food, gorgeous pool to swim in and very relaxed atmosphere. Would highly recommend it and definitely return.

High praise for this hotel! The location, the views, the hotel itself and, the extremely hard working and supportive staff; front desk, housekeeping, restaurant, poolside, kitchen are all first class, the whole thing is 10/10. The hourly (free) shuttle bus into and out of Sorrento runs like clockwork, such a great plus point!

Would have liked to pay for drinks/food etc as bought rather than having a bill at the end of the week ( wouldn't be a problem for couples or families) and the set evening meal Lovely food good quality but for me a little too rich and far too much The staff seemed upset if you didn't finish it all 😂 Would have liked more salad or lighter options The shuttle bus was a great and we used it every day The drivers are a credit to the hotel and we found them to be the friendliest The rep says if you go to the beach a golf buggy will give you a lift back up This is NOT the case and a taxi will only take you into Sorrento You need to be quiet fit to get back up the long and steep hill in the heat Overall we had a great week and enjoyed our stay The pool area is great and there's always a sun bed The hotel is very clean and an excellent place to see the sunset Our room was on the side facing a few trees but had a view of the sea so no complaints from us

Just got back from a lovely week in Sorrento staying at the hotel La Solara, the hotel common areas had a charming retro feel and the staff were wonderful and the old school gala night was a real treat. We didn't book a sea view but got one anyway and the room and aircon were fine, slept very well, also, the shuttle bus was great and ran from early until late which you need due to being a couple of miles outside the main town. The pool was also good, as was the greenery around the hotel. We would especially like to thank the staff for tracking down my wife's lost phone and having it returned to the hotel 9.30 that night. As this was our 50th wedding anniversary it has left us with some excellent memories. Thank you again.

La Solara is an ideal four-star hotel experience and perfect as a base for exploring Sorrento and the Amalfi coast. It is 15 mins from Sorrento town, but that's no bad thing as it means you're removed from the busy crowds and, instead, can enjoy spectacular, serene views of the Bay of Naples in a quieter environ. Moreover, the hotel has a free shuttle that takes guests into Sorrento every hour, so you don't have to pay for taxis and can get into town very quickly. The scenery from the hotel really is lovely, particularly from the rooms and dining area. The hotel even has a lemon grove you can take a quick stroll in. I'd recommend upgrading to a sea view room if possible as the view is outstanding if you want to have a glass of wine on your balcony after dinner. One of the most impressive parts of our stay was the food. We went half-board and the dinners were exceptional. My partner is allergic to dairy, gluten, and soy, but she was able to relax with attentive and careful staff accommodating her needs without fuss or effort. Very unusual in our experience - normally it's a lot of hassle to get viable dining choices without risk of contamination. Instead, she was able to eat most of the dining options on the dinner menu every night, including excellent gluten-free pizza and pasta. The food and beverage manager also always knew her allergies and provided options without us having to ask. Excellent service! For me, the local produce (e.g., tomatoes, lemons, parmesan) and selection of very affordable local wines were the real stars. Both of these made every mealtime a delight. It really is worth going half-board if staying at La Solara. The staff are also friendly and responsive and, to be honest, I can't quote any major negatives about the place. The only thing I'd mention is that it is very much a four-star hotel with a higher price tag, which is unavoidable as you don't get much for your money in Sorrento. So be prepared - the room size, bedding, furnishings etc are quite basic. That's fair enough obviously, but don't be expecting a luxurious suite. However, the excellent food, drink and location more than justify the price. And I've no doubt you'll have a lovely, relaxing Campania holiday in this hotel.

My daughter has a peanut allergy. Marcello, Nino and team went above and beyond for her. A personalised menu each night with treats and fresh food. All the staff were aware and guided her through the buffet each night. Cakes were freshly made for her to enjoy and to be included. An amazing effort by a great team. Many thanks for keeping her safe

Are re visit to the hotel and Sorrento, asked for a pool view room which the excellent staff arranged for us , hotel is very traditional but very well kept and amazingly clean , rooms are comfortable and the room staff never stop and always maintain the excellent standards . Food is good but with set evening menus could be a bit tricky if you've a fussy eater , breakfast is very limited and could do with more hot food available but it's adequate. Pool area mentions a special comment as the young lad that looks after it is amazing and does about everything and never stops from 8am till 8pm didn't catch his name unfortunately but he's a credit to the hotel . Transfer bus is a must as taxi prices are just a rip off , Sorrento is beautiful with many restaurants and bars available, the sky bar is a great spot just before sunset which provides a great view across the bay to Naples . Capri is a great day and also Pompei buy train from Sorrento , a guide for it is a must to explain all about the city . Are 2 nd visit as mentioned and I'm sure we will return at some point with the only issue being the rise in the actual holiday this yr around £4000 for the half term week with 2 adults and 1 child and looking for the same time next year around £5800 so the cost factor might play a roll in us not returning. Staff are very friendly and can't do enough for you during your stay , reception staff especially. There is a lovely beach not far from the hotel with sun beds available and a few very nice restaurants, the walk is down a step hill so might be tricky for some but a golf buggy is available at a small cost to transport up and down .

First of  the staff are polite and helpful ,they offer a 5 star customer service. Rooms are very clean, however dated with no privacy on your balcony. Beds ok plenty of hot water and good shower water pressure. Entertainment is ok and pleasant on some evenings. Trips with hotel easy to book good price compared with Tui. Food in hotel on meal package . Breakfast all hot food is cold and bland what ever the time is Pool bar Food very bland . Evening meal set menu . Tomato sauce with pasta every night same taste. Salad bar good . Meals lack flavour.  Side veg is cold Gala dinner very disappointed.  Service 5 stars good selection of wines. If staying do room only and get courtesy bus to town last pickup 23.00 . Nothing near hotel. All Shops and bars are in town. The courtesy Bus is a god send. Nearest beach is 1600km down a very steep road,worth a visit. 20 euros for sunbeds very nice family beach good food selection in resturants. you can get a lift back for 10 euros ask at the bars. 30 euros for a taxi from Sorento centre. Food in sorento some ok some very good can be pricey. S.Antonia resturant Pasta was good and reasonably priced. Beware sunbeds in sorento at beach clubs for two 50 euros. Really let down by Tui and other reviews feel we were misinformed NOT a 4 STAR HOTEL.

Firstly, what a fabulous hotel this. Everything is spotlessly clean with a staff who work hard to ensure all your needs are met in a super friendly way. Massimo was extremely helpful and always happy to chat. The hotel is tucked away in little niche overlooking the Bay of Naples. It is an amazing experience to watch the changes of light as the sun sets across the bay. Those in rooms at the front of the hotel can watch this spectacle from their balcony but, the large windows in the dining room also share this view. The hotel is surrounded on all sides by trees with a pool and terrace set slightly to one side. Access to the hotel is a short walk up a slope or, alternatively, steps from the drop off point on the road. Guest luggage is transported by an electric truck which was very helpful. Impression on first entering is that the place is well cared for, bright and clean. Ceramic tiled floors throughout and very smart, comfortable, Italian style furniture. There is one small lift which is adequate and our bags were delivered to our room. We were in room 218 and this is a beautiful room. Bathroom with shower (no bath), hairdryer and shaving mirror, wash basin, toilet and bidet. The beds were two singles that were really comfortable with very smart Italian bases. Go through the patio door to a very lovely view of Naples bay and islands which can be enjoyed either on the deck chairs or sat at the table with a glass of wine. If the sun gets too much, the balcony has its own electric sunblind! In the main part of the room there is a wardrobe with a huge number of quality hangers, safe, aircon and TV with a few English channels. Only a couple of socket outlets (EU type) plus one USB by the mirror. Kettle, fridge, tea coffee and cream are included but no milk. Our room was cleaned daily by Franchesca who did a great job. Breakfast is buffet style and was surprisingly more than the typical Italian style. Along side the usual croissant was cereals, bacon, scrambled eggs, mushrooms etc just choose a table and sit where you like. Dinner, on the other hand, is a little more formal. A table is allocated to you on the first visit and this will remain your dinner table throughout your stay. There is a good selection of wines and other drinks available and, if you buy a bottle of wine, they will keep any remaining and it will be on your table the following evening. Dinner is table service although there is a salad buffet from which you can help yourself. Personally, we found the meals delicious but can see that it wouldn't suit those who's first choice would normally be burger and chips or pizza. The pool is a 23m pool and during our stay the water was fairly consistently at 25 C, the clarity was excellent. There are plenty of sun loungers around the pool and no mad, morning dash. Every day there was always more than needed. Pool towels are provided and are available from the outside bar. The whole area is well kept, clean and tidy. The hotel operates a courtesy bus into Sorrento that leave promptly on the hour. You catch the return bus where it dropped you off bit at 15mins past the hour. The roads are definitely not safe to walk on, especially near the hotel where there is no footpath. However, if you ask the driver to drop you at The Bristol Hotel on the way into Sorrento, that gives the opportunity for a safe walk (with footpaths) with stunning views and it takes around 15 to 20 mins. All in all, we had a fabulous holiday there but with one issue that would prevent us returning and, sadly, it's not something the hotel can do anything about; the traffic! It is absolutely horrendous. Traffic engine noise from motorcycles, cars and buses sounding their horns at almost every turn in the road (and there are plenty!). Couple that with the choking, nauseating fumes mainly from two stroke scooters, it really didn't encourage us to spend much time on our balcony I'm afraid. In town you must keep your wits about you too. Motorcycles, scooters, electric cyles and electric scooters and sometimes cars just appear in what seemed to be very busy pedestrianised areas. Crossing the road is an experience, there are zebra crossings but I don't know why. Drivers, including police, just ignore them and some even accelerate towards you to get you out of there quicker. If you suffer from any lung condition please take a good supply of inhalers.

We arrived not knowing what to expect and were only pleasantly surprised by our experience. Staff made us feel welcome right away. We had a spacious room, well appointed and comfortable, with a balcony sea view. Breakfasts were unremarkable but the dinner options were superb. The only downside was the hotel's distance from Sorrento, which required taking a shuttle that departed every hour on the hour. The fitness center was nominally equipped. There are accessible walking/running trails nearby to compensate.

A perfect week away. A surprise holiday for my daughter's boyfriend as he's having a milestone birthday this year. He had no idea the better half and myself were coming along so we started the week by creeping up on him at the pool bar. Can't fault the hotel, bed, breakfast and evening meal package booked. And the food was excellent. We had a great room, the balcony was so big we could have had a 5-a-side game on it. Cleaners were excellent. We found we were the last to leave the bar each night usually leaving either Nino or Giovanni to clear up after us. Special mention to Dima the young barman who was very helpful. An hourly shuttle bus helped us get to and from the centre which was a great help and the hotel was ideally placed for being picked up for trips out. We got home and said 7 days wasn't long enough 10 would probably have been even better. Highly recommended.

We are staying at the La Solara now as I wright this if you're visiting the hotel and need to ask a question let me know, The rooms are very clean as is the hotel We are in room 218 it's a sea view it's amazing The restaurant is very nice The pool side is amazing The staff are the best There is a hotel bus takes you into town every hour it starts 8 am the last pickup back to the hotel is 23,15 pm. Any questions just ask.

A lovely hidden gem! Lovely clean hotel with spacious rooms, we stayed on the first floor with huge balcony overlooking the pool. The balcony had a table and chairs and two sunbeds and the views were fabulous. A free shuttle bus runs every hour into sorrento town and takes about ten minutes. The last bus back is 1115pm from town to the hotel. Taxis are extremely expensive so if you miss the last bus back it will cost about €30 Breakfast was lovely with lots of hot and cold choices, various cheeses, bread yoghurts, waffles and pancakes and a good selection at a gluten free table. Evening meals were always delicious Traditional Italian food. Only thing we missed was potatoes which weren't served with meat, it was salads and usually carrots! The outdoor pool area was lovely and the pool was heated so although it was early season, we could still take a dip in the pool. The rooms were very spacious with huge queen size bed, wardrobe with lots of hanging space and a free safety deposit. A fridge with mini bar and hairdryer. Evening entertainment was okay but not our thing and aimed at older guests. There was a good selection of drinks and cocktails and the house wine was lovely and very reasonable at €13 and bottle! Our room was cleaned daily and fresh towels whenever needed. We stayed over the Easter weekend and the maid surprised us with a huge chocolate Easter egg on Easter Sunday which was a lovely touch! The only negative about the hotel was you sign for your drinks and they charge them to your room and you pay what you owe when you check out! We don't like this practice so we asked to pay our bill half way through our stay so we knew how much we owed. It turned out someone had ordered drinks and charged them to our room number, the reception staff investigated it and removed the cocktails from our bill that we hadn't had as they checked the signatures! I recommend they ask your surname when ordering drinks and not just your room number! Just be aware when ordering drinks. We had a fabulous stay and will definitely be back again!

Just returned from a great week at La Solara Hotel. The hotel is located a short distance outside Sorrento which suited us well and we took advantage of the regular and prompt shuttle service which runs throughout the day and evening. The hotel is spotless and has a lovely pool area, plenty of sun beds and a life guard on duty. Food was excellent but what sets this hotel apart is its staff who provide friendly, efficient and attentive service. A big thank you to Dima and Giuseppe for mixing some great cocktails before dinner and to Marcello, Nino, Emmanuele and team in the restaurant who work non stop from early to late and still found time to chat. This was our first time to this part of Italy and we really appreciate how everyone helped make it feel so special.

Lovely hotel lovely staff we was given a beautiful room over looking the sea Food was perfect we went to a beach not far from the hotel but the walk bk up is very steep The shuttle service was great and always on time overall was a lovely holiday and we did return in august we enjoyed it just as much simply perfect all round holiday

We spent a week at this lovely hotel, great rooms which were very clean, and excellent staff. On arrival we were upgraded to a room with a large terrace and spectacular views across the bay. As we were celebrating some special anniversaries we were also given a complimentary bottle of champagne with our first evening meal. The food was fantastic throughout the week and service exceptional. There is a lovely pool with sun terrace and outside bar and lemon trees abundant in the gardens although too early in the season to swim. The hotel is located high on a hill with limited safe places to walk but a free shuttle bus ran every hour to and from Sorrento. It is the ideal place to explore the area Pompeii, Herculaneum, Naples and Capri. We also had a boat tour to Amalfi and Positano not forgetting the delightful Sorrento itself. I would recommend this hotel for its location and wonderful staff.

My son and I loved this hotel and the surrounding area. The staff are friendly, our room, balcony and bathroom were nice, the swimming pool is heated in April, so was lovely. The food and service are excellent. And there's a nice garden with lemon trees and table tennis, which is overlooked by an olive farm. There's also a free bus every hour from 8am to 11pm, which takes you to Sorrento and back. Otherwises it's 45 minutes walk. we visited Pompeii, Herculaneum, Vesuvius, Capri and the Almafi coast, which are all brilliant

This hotel is a real Italian GEM nestled on a hillside just outside Sorrento .Very different from our usual holiday experience .Very reasonable price for HB didn't feel ripped off with the extra costs eg bar bill . On arrival we were greeted by reception staff ,we were too early to go to room so given a lovely complimentary drink which we had in the sunny lemon Grove ,felt relaxed straight away. The hotel is very quaint & not a large oversized building so felt very intimate & welcoming .Beautiful blue tiled flooring in reception & lounge area with lovely pieces of art on walls .Comfortable seats to sit & relax looking through huge windows out onto beautiful view of the sea in the distance . Our room 402 not overly big , unfussy, but had all expected amenities tea & coffee mini fridge & free WiFi ,Yet again very pretty tiled floor & a blue & yellow theme. Toiletries are supplied in the bathroom.Spotlessly clean in all areas . Dining mostly great with some delicious Italian meals to choose from a different daily menu in the evening,breakfast lovely with fresh fruit pastries etc, Hotel supplies free of charge bus shuttle service every day on the hour to Sorrento also return journey at 15mins past the hour. The staff all went out of their way to be pleasant & courteous. Would recommend La Solara to family & friends not sure it's overly suitable for people with school age children as not much to keep them occupied except for the pool. A very lovely Italian experience.

What can I say our return visit after a few years away ( we have lost count possibly our 10th visit) did not disappoint. The service, cleanliness, friendly atmosphere had not changed despite some of the familiar faces having moved on. High standards as always and the food as delicious as always. The pool area is kept immaculate and always a sunbed to be had no 6am dash needed here! The shuttle bus runs like clockwork and saves the walk back up the hill! The road down to town can be busy and the hotel don't recommend you walk down to town but we do! We have done it many times and the traffic does respect walkers, the views walking down are spectacular and it uses some of the calories eaten during your stay!! There is a beach area more or less opposite the hotel, reception will direct you, it can be a tough walk back especially in the heat so take your time! Overall we enjoy the excellent service and the pleasant, relaxed atmosphere of this hotel and that's why we return. Thank you La Solara once again for a wonderful holiday and we are looking forward to seeing you all again in September 2025. Enjoy your your well earned rest.

I visited 14 - 21 October together with my husband on the recommendation of my brother who has visited this hotel several times. At his suggestion we paid for a sea view and we were so glad we did as the view is spectacular, we were on the 4th floor. The room and the whole hotel is spotless, thanks to the army of housekeepers. The food is brilliant with huge portions (far too much really) and special thanks to all the staff who put together and worked so hard for the gala evening. The mini bus is a big plus for the hotel being located where it is a couple or so kilometers outside Sorrento itself, the journey takes around 15 minutes into/out of Sorrento. Whilst we were there we had a massive storm which lasted from Thursday evening through to Sunday morning. That in itself was an amazing sight with the thunder and lightening. Most guests were tied to the hotel and Sorrento itself was badly flooded which was so awful for all the shops and people who live in and around. There was a mud slide around the corner from the hotel which blocked the main road into Sorrento but a smaller bus was found to replace the hotel mini bus and even though it meant having to go over and around a mountain on the very narrow roads, the driver managed to get those who wanted to venture out, get into Sorrento safely. We booked a half day trip to Herculaneum via the Tui rep which was great and it had a fantastic guide. We also booked a trip on a little mountain train which I was told is brilliant but this was cancelled due to the weather. Might be worth having a look at this trip if you visit this hotel. The pool is warm and large, even I went in which is a rarity. There are lots of sunbeds and a sun terrace too. The staff and Tui rep are all brilliant as previous guests have said. They must have had a pretty bad time getting into work during the storm but service was never interrupted, still smiles all round. I would like to mention Dimo and Giuseppe in the bar who are super friendly and the manager of the restaurant Marcello who ensures everything runs like clockwork and has a great sense of humour. The waiters run around none stop and are totally professional. and friendly too. The reception staff are also second to none and really helpful with a vast amount of knowledge. If you are looking for something out of town with great food, lovely people, peace and tranquility then you really should be putting La Solara on your list. Anni and Ian UK

Just returned from a 2nd visit at the superb La Solara. Located in a quieter part of Sorrento around 3km from the centre supported by an all-day hourly courtesy bus. The quality of the hotel is so good in virtually all respects. The rooms, lounge, restaurant, pool areas are excellent. The staff could not be more welcoming, helpful and friendly. Antonio and Tina on reception, Giuseppe and Dimo in the bar and all the guys in the restaurant and the cleaners all did a brilliant job and we thank them for making our stay so memorable once again. Thank you all !!

Excellent hotel. Great value for money. Gave us a quadruple room for our family (2 adults 2 gfirls 14 and 7). We were there for 2 nights but had to cut short our trip to 1 as we had a black swan event during our stay : Catastrophic rainfall due to which the are was floosed. They agreed to our leaving after 1 night. We wanted to visit Capri and the Amalfi coast but considering the flood like situation we just left after using it for a night. Impeccably clean, this hotel is located slightly out of 1 Sorrento. A 10 min drive I guess. They have a shuttle too. Fabio in the reception was helpful and goo twith all mail communication. they huided us with a alternate route to the hotel as the hotel experience a landlside near it beaue of rains. Rooms very cosy. Furnished in a Victorian manner. Rooms had gleaming floor tiles which was a nice touch. Breakfast room was large and hd great views of the sea. Too bad we werer there during a catastrophe. We will come back!

Myself and my new Husband decided to spend our honeymoon at this hotel, we really wanted to stay in Sorrento and came across La Solara as the location was great, the reviews on here were really good and reassuring and they also offered gluten free options as I have Coeliac Disease. Overall, we were very happy with our stay at the hotel. The highlights were definitely visiting Sorrento itself, and the surrounding towns/cities: -Sorrento - we visited twice as there's so much to do/see, fab shops, lots of eaterys (great for gluten free!). -Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius (booked a tour through Tui - it was okay but rushed) -Capri (I wouldn't recommend visiting here. Too busy, overpopulated and very expensive. We spent most of our time queuing or waiting for transport to get in & out of Capri. Don't waste your time. -Amalfi Coast; Positano, Amalfi & Ravello (all beautiful places!) (We booked a tour through Viatour; which was really worth its money & time!) -Herculaneum (caught the train ourselves, so glad we did as we thought the tour to Pompeii was rushed and we barely saw the sights). Back to the hotel; here are my pros & cons: Pro: Clean, well-serviced, friendly staff - very accommodating Pro: Great evening meals - three courses every evening. If you have a food allergy, the manager on the night will speak to you every evening to sort your dinner. Pro: Location! Great spot, out of the way of the business of Sorrento. The hotel run a shuttle bus service every hour which was so handy for us! Pro: We checked in late to the hotel - we emailed ahead and they sorted a plate of food for us to have at midnight. Con: We did email in advance to share the news it was our honeymoon. On the Tui website, it says for special occasions, a complimentary bottle of fizz will be placed in the room. This didn't happen - we were quite disappointed! Con: The pool was cold and it does shut at 6pm. After a day of sight-seeing/ traveling, we'd of loved to have spent some more time by the pool. Con: Our bedroom was located above the reception so we were woken up every morning around 4am-5am with delivery vans. Not very relaxing for your holiday. Con: The mattress and pillows were sadly rock hard. The shower was old and sprayed water everywhere. In summary, I would recommend this hotel but I wouldn't stay again because the target audience was quite a lot older than ourselves so we found the evenings lacking so we did pop into Sorrento for the night life via the shuttle bus. The decor is also very traditional (not a problem) but not my taste either. The breakfast was okay but having toast and scrambled egg every morning was lacking. The staff were so friendly and very generous, nothing was a problem, especially being gluten free, we both felt looked after and happy! We both had a lovely honeymoon. :)

We're in agreement with other reviewer comments - top marks for cleanliness, it's spacious, quiet, friendly, attentive, the food is also excellent - our room was really nice with a big seaview balcony, the 23x12m pool, pool area and bar section are also impressive. The staff seem like a big family and this gives the hotel a very homely friendly feeling. As one other reviewer noted, it's not really suited for post evening meal strolling roundabout, but the excellent shuttle bus will zip you into and back from Sorrento in no time. One local highlight is if you cross the road, head towards the beach, turn right in the olive grove onto a path - this brings you to the cobbled path to Bagni Regina Giovanna, a grotto to swim in and the bay adjoining where if you swim to the rocks and you have a waterproof camera you'll get a dramatic Vesuvius photo. We had this bay to ourselves one lunchtime for about 20minutes, it was magic and I'll never forget it. Holidays are about memories after all, and we've got some fine ones from here, Grazie Mille, Hotel Solara.

A lovely hotel with all the amenities you could wish for. The staff are very kind and helpful and nothing is too much trouble. The food is excellent - I was wondering what to expect given some of the comments from previous reviewers but there is something for all tastes and the fish dishes are particular good. The gala dinner on the last night is superb and the event itself lasts for 2 hours with several courses to be enjoyed plus an excellent piano player!! However if you want to walk to the nearby attractions of the main town this isn't possible as it is a good 10 minute ride by the very convenient free shuttle bus. This runs until 11:15 in the evening so if you want to travel into Sorrento itself you can. I personally like to go for a walk after dinner but this isn't achievable as the road is very narrow with a lot of traffic most of the time and dark at night with nowhere close by to go to. This is the only minus I could find. The rooms are very well appointed with a safe and a mini bar and mine was spotlessly clean. The hairdryer is of the usual hotel standard so would suggest taking your own if you want something more powerful. Also the room description says that an iron is provided in each room which isn't the case. The pool, bar and restaurant are all really well served with a good menu choice at lunchtime. There are a number of trips to various places - the Amalfi Coast Gems is particularly good even on a drizzly day. The half day to Pompei is very interesting but be prepared for lots of walking during the 2 hour site visit with lots of rugged terrain so if you're infirm or a bit wobbly I would suggest to give it a miss. I was told that both the Lemon Farm and the Pizza making trips are particularly good but unfortunately didn't have time to go on either myself. All in all I had a lovely holiday and would pass on your thanks to all the staff for their care and attention. Ciao for now!!

Once again we had a wonderful 9 nights at this beautiful charming Italian hotel. The staff gave us a brilliant welcome and as is normal the relaxation began immediately. We had a beautiful comfortable room as always which was kept spotless by the housekeeping team. The entire hotel is so clean its a credit to the staff. We go half board every time and the chefs once again kept us very well fed indeed - the food is wonderful and its very satisfying for us to not have to worry about the standards as Marcello and his team consistently deliver. We feel very comfortable at La Solara and its the perfect place for us to relax for our entire stay. The staff throughout the hotel are amazing - friendly and professional and this approach is a major reason why we keep coming back.T here is a peace and calm that surrounds La Solara and its' team. Thanks to everyone at La Solara - see you all in June 2025! Mick & Nuala

Excellent location for day trips out to the Amalfi coast and Pompeii! This hotel has been a wonderful base after our busy site-seeing holiday! It was a great location to reach Ravello, Pompeii and Nerano by car and Amalfi / Positano / Capri by boat. The hotel runs a free hourly shuttle bus into Sorrento which made getting into the centre much easier. Highlights- • Delicious 3 course evening meal with a variety of choices and children's meals on request. Breakfast had pancakes, smoked salmon, bacon, eggs and cereals and lots more! • Massive pool with lots of sun loungers and towels provided. • The views! The hotel is set in the beautiful hillside of Sorrento with incredible sunset views during our evening meals. • Comfortable bar area to relax with a cocktail and live music of an evening. (Live music was on 3 times during our 8 night stay) • Helpful, welcoming staff who go above and beyond to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. • Family friendly. My son had requested a milkshake (not on menu) and the wonderful bartender made him a delicious one each evening! I would 100% recommend this hotel to anyone wanting to visit Sorrento and the Amalfi coast.

We spent 3 nights here. Overall, its a nice hotel. The staff are friendly and helpful. The shuttle is really great, running once/hour between 8am & 11pm. The breakfast buffet was fine, but had no variety from one day to the next. The only downside is the location is too far to walk into town, so you really do need the shuttle (or some other transportation) any time you want to go anywhere. The wifi worked well. The AC is a bit weird, as it won't cool much lower than 20C, even if set lower.

We have just returned from a week at the wonderful La Solara Hotel in beautiful Sorrento. I had read lots of reviews from holiday makers who make return visits to the hotel over a number of years and it's easy to see why they do! From the moment we arrived we were made to feel welcome. A buggy met us at the coach and took our cases to reception where we were met with snacks and a glass of Prosecco and shown to the bar to wait for our rooms to be ready - which were earlier than the 4pm check in time. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff at the hotel and they all go above and beyond to ensure your stay with them is perfect. The reception staff (especially Tina with her warm smile) are on hand to help you book trips (boat trips to Almafi and Capri were brilliant and well organised) and restaurant reservations as well as answer any questions about the local area - we managed to mess up the safe combination but this was no problem and easily sorted out! You always get a cheery Ciao and a wave when you enter reception. The food is exceptional, we loved that you were allocated the same table for dinner every night as it took the stress out of finding a table. My husband is gluten free and Marcello went through the menu every night explaining what he could choose - the choice wasn't limited to one item! At breakfast my husband was presented with a tray with a good variety of options in addition to the other varied breakfast choices. All the staff were able to go through his choices and we never felt that this was a problem (unlike the Uk at times!) Carmine, Nino and Sonia make sure you're well looked after and have everything you need. The whole dining experience makes you feel very special and everything is of high quality and the presentation is exceptional. The Gala Night was brilliant with a pianist playing in the back ground plus you get a chance to show your appreciation to the chefs. There is a very chilled atmosphere - just what you want on holiday! We were celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary and was presented with a bottle of Prosecco on our first night which was gratefully received - we didn't drink it all and it was waiting for us in an ice bucket the following night. The rooms are spotless (and believe me I'm fussy!) the housekeeping staff work hard and rooms are cleaned daily and fresh towels provided. Again the housekeeping staff and friendly and greet you with a cheery Ciao. We didn't come across one member of staff who didn't engage with you. We opted for a sea view with a terrace and it was worth every penny of the supplement - the view over the bay and towards Ischia is breathtaking. The pool is maintained to a high standard with a friendly life guard on hand. Plenty of sun beds overlooking the Bay of Naples and towels are provided. You can order drinks and snacks from the pool bar. The public areas of the hotel are spotless and tidy and the bar is relaxed and roomy. The bar staff are friendly and courteous. There is an hourly shuttle bus into Sorrento (takes you down on the hour and returns at quarter past) this is a massive bonus for the hotel. It's never late and drops you minutes from the main centre close to everything including the train station. The driver is experienced and friendly. We had an early departure and breakfast was laid on so we could eat in the restaurant before leaving. Once again our departure was seamless with the buggy taking our cases to the coach. Everything about our stay at the La Solara was exceptional and we feel very lucky to have found such a wonderful hotel. We will, like other travellers, be returning in the future and can't wait! Thank you to everyone at the La Solara for making our holiday so amazing with memories we will treasure forever. If you're looking for a relaxed holiday in authentic beautiful surroundings where the staffs' main aim is to ensure you have a wonderful time then look no further than the La Solara.

Fantastic place to stay. We didn't expect a lot from this hotel due to it being lower priced than most we looked at booking. We were wrong it was a great place to stay. The staff was fantastic, addressing us by name and going above and beyond in taking care of us. Tina at the front desk helped with so many items I needed to deal with, business related, not room. Booking transportation, photocopies. Ect. Being a "foodie" we like to get out and try various restaurants. The restaurant and lounge were so wonderful we ate there 4 nights in a row! I NEVER DO THIS! It was that good. Giuseppe the bartender was great getting our orders and making fantastic cocktails. Marcello in the restaurant was also a bunch of fun. I look forward to returning to this hotel.

This hotel is situated in fabulous setting just outside main sorrento. There is a beautiful beach with bars and restaurants (sun loungers and umbrellas are 10 euros each). This is accessed down a steep winding road opposite the hotel, you can pay 10 euros to get a tuk tuk back up or if you are reasonably fit you can take a very slow walk. The shuttle bus runs perfectly on time and drops you a short walk from the main centre of sorrento hourly. Food is really good quality and taste, we always found something on the menu each night that we liked. However the gala night only has a choice of two main meals which wasn't to our liking. But we found sorrento has plenty of restaurants to eat out in. The hotel and rooms are spotlessly clean. We did find the mattress very hard and would suggest you ask for a topper. The shower head in our room sprayed out of the bath and needed to be replaced or fixed. Also the plug sockets are 3 pin sockets and our 2 pin Eu adapters did not fit. You can ask at reception for adapters but not sure how many they have available. All in all this is a beautiful hotel with great staff lovely views and food. We would highly recommend it.

Lovely hotel , very welcoming, the minibus service was excellent into town , would highly recommend. The pizza and curly chips were excellent. Marianna the TUI rep was great, very helpful and we did the trips to Caprì for the evening and the little land train was well worth doing .

We stayed 13-20 September in a first floor,sea-view room -suggest you have this ( room 114) The room is a bit dated and not a great shower ( bring your own shampoo!) but a comfortable bed -though we asked for a twin,and a king was provided. Staff are nice and helpful. The hourly free shuttle bus was reliable and a big plus if you are out of town. Plenty of chairs by the large pool ( no need for the 7am towels!) We had half-board.Evening meals were fine,and the Sunday gala was impressive. Breakfast was the let down ( we did highlight this at reception) Not much replenishment after 9am ( funny -waiter checked his watch!) and the offering I thought was below 4* -poor bacon and lukewarm egg ( when replenished!) The plates of salmon and cheese were not replenished well. We were charged for breakfast water and evening ( twice the cost!) This was a surprise at check-out - a bit petty as no other water was offered. I'd put La Solara at 7/10 -the minuses being breakfast and uninspiring room -most of clientele were older Brits so not an all bells and whistles exciting one. -more a safe,quiet,reliable one -which is good if you like it that way. Photo -from room 114 ( I'd recommend a sea view - high up)

We booked a quadruple room for 4 persons. Two adults and two teenagers. In my opinion what we received was a triple room with an extra bed. The 2nd single bed was in what I would call the hallway between the bedroom and the bathroom. The room was dated but clean. In fact, the room was cleaned every day and fresh towels and sheets as requested. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. The room had a mini fridge, Tea/coffee maker, hairdryer and a safe. Shampoo, Conditioner and bodywash was provided but I would highly recommend that you bring your own. The pool area is very nice, and we never had an issue getting a sunbed and umbrella regardless of the time of day we arrived. I really like the addition of a face shield on the sunbeds. Towels were provided. There is a restaurant and the pizza, and burgers were very good, but I did not enjoy the pasta dish that I had. Pina coladas were excellent and a favorite of ours. You can not pay as you go and must add everything to your hotel room. I found this a hassle with teenagers and my bill was much larger than expected at the end of the week. I could not be sure that we had received everything on the bill, however there were ice-creams on the bill, which I know we did not get, as we don't eat ice-cream. They removed these from the bill, but it made me wonder what else was perhaps not ours. This would probably be easier as a couple but a pain with teenagers. We have had this before with other hotels that we stayed in by in those hotels we could check our bill daily online. There really isn't any entertainment. Teens had music on their phones so that worked out fine. I didn't see any entertainment advertised for nighttime. The Shuttle bus is very convenient but came back to the hotel around a 11pm and we often wanted to stay out. Don't panic if there seems that there are not enough seats on the bus. They will fit you on. Four of our days we took the 1st shuttle into Sorrento so that we could get the ferries to one of the Islands. This worked out well. Tina and Antonio at the front desk were very helpful before and during our holiday. Brilliant asset to the hotel. As a young boy the pool side bar who was very pleasant.

What a wonderful, clean and friendly hotel. Lovely welcome with the golf buggy to take us up the hill to the reception then a chilled glass of Prosecco. Room was large, beds comfortable and very clean in fact, everywhere in the hotel was kept spotless and staff very friendly. Carmine and Dimar deserve a special mention from us and thanks to Marcello for giving us a lovely table with a beautiful view (we didn't even ask for a change) it was perfect. Shuttle bus to and from the centre (10 minute journey) was comfortable and always on time. We used it every day. The food in the restaurant was absolutely delicious and the Gala evening was special. Breakfast was a wonderful start to the day and the evening meal portion sizes were huge and menu varied. Always something for everyone. Half board is definitely recommended. The pool area is spotless, the pool is really big, always enough room in the pool for people to play and others to swim. Sun beds were comfortable and there was always a bed to be had and towels were provided. I would recommend this hotel, the location just outside the centre of town is ideal. Very scenic journey to town on the shuttle provided free of charge.

This hotel is a small family run hotel. When we arrived our first impressions was it was a 70's style hotel But as soon as we checked into our room the cleanliness and condition of the hotel was amazing The staff were very attentive and professional nothing was too much Excellent shuttle bus service to Sorrento which runs every hour Food was good , large portions and good quality ( silver Service) Would highly recommend this hotel for anyone wanting to stay in Sorrento

This is a really lovely hotel and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Everywhere has a great feeling of space, including our rooms - the beds are big and comfy. The hotel is so clean, the staff are really friendly and helpful, the food was delicious, the lifts work, the pool was a great size and never a problem getting a sun lounger or clean towels. We loved the shuttle bus service as it ran every hour on the hour until late at night - that was a massive plus as it saved us a lot of money in taxis. A lovely view across the bay of Naples. I would have no problems recommending this hotel. It was a real find.

A very enjoyable week's stay at La Solara in Sorrento. Extremely comfortable, very clean, quiet and relaxing hotel. Fantastic swimming pool, plenty of sun loungers and towels always available. Attentive pool staff, efficient and friendly. The restaurant serves a buffet breakfast with a range of hot and cold foods and a variety of coffees, teas, juices and bottled water. Dinner is waiter service, with a menu of freshly cooked dishes available. The dining staff, lead by Marcello, are very friendly, helpful and professional and the Gala Night Dinner on a Sunday evening is a great opportunity for diners to dress up and enjoy the hospitality of the hotel at its best. Big thanks to Mario who drives the curtesy shuttle bus expertly to and from the town centre, this is a gem and runs throughout the day. Reception staff are real stars, going above and beyond to make your day run smoothly, organising trips, transport, and suggesting helpful ways that you can get the most out of your time on the Amalfi Coast. The hotel is located on the outskirts of Sorrento and so is not as busy and noisy as hotels nearer the centre, this is one of the reasons that makes La Solara the perfect place for people who are looking for something a little more sedate and relaxing. Grazie!!!

Our 2nd visit to La Solara. It has everything we could want. The staff are so friendly and helpful, but professional with it. You only have to ask if you have a query and they will help. Carmine and Dimar deserve a special mention from us and thanks to Marcello who runs a tight ship but is so lovely. The hotel is immaculately clean, the restaurant serves a huge variety of food which is hot or chilled as appropriate. Lovely relaxing hotel with a grest pool. Shuttle bus into Sorrento when you want something livelier Highly recommended

Just returned from a great holiday in Sorrento staying at La Solara. As mentioned in other reviews we found this a lovely smaller hotel, outstandingly efficient and friendly staff, rooms clean and comfy and a very chilled place to stay after heat of the 30C August sun. We had a sea view room with a balcony which was exactly as shown in the advert. Breakfast is a buffet from 7am and the evening meal is waiter served from 6:45pm. Good quality mainly Italian style food. There is a small local resort of Puolo that you can see from the hotel. It is around 15 minute steep walk down the road to a typical Italian busy beach with sea front restaurants. The hotel is around 3kms from the centre of Sorrento and offers an hourly totally reliable free shuttle bus which takes around 10 minutes to the hotel drop off point on the Via degli Aranci. The local roads have no footpaths so walking into town would be a bit scary. There is a public bus stop just across from the hotel, but we didn't try it as we geared our days around the shuttle times.

Just returned from a week here, great holiday. I'll agree with most other reviews, lovely smaller hotel, brilliant friendly staff, rooms clean and comfy if a little old, one plug + 1 USB port means a rotation system for your devices! For older kids happy to swim/sunbath as no activities. Regular free shuttle bus is great. Great pool and service poolside. There is a mini market about 10min walk away BUT it's along a road with no pavement, and everything they say about Italian drivers is true, probably better (and safer) using their free shuttle bus to go into town. My main compliment is for the gluten free food though. With a Coelic child we've had problems on holiday before, we emailed the hotel prior and they were very reassuring in their quick reply about their gluten free options, but the service and choice is brilliant. All staff were aware of the options he could have, and to be honest there was rarely a choice on the menu that was excluded, all their traditional and local dishes were 90% a GF dish, at breakfast huge range plus they always came out with some extra breads/pastries/snacks without even asking. All waiters knew without having to go and ask what he could choose from the menu. (we didn't have anything from the lunch snack bar so cannot comment on that but would suspect same high standard is met) If your a Coelic person have no concerns about booking here. We plan to return in near future.

This hotel has lots of positives. I echo what everyone states on this review site and that is the attitude and efforts of the staff - especially the restaurant, bar and pool staff. They are really fantastic. So service orientated and professional and helpful. The food is very good too. Beautiful pool and sunsets from the bar area. However…the bedrooms are tired. The hotel does need some money spending on it very soon. The gym was full of broken equipment, pretty much not useable and in a damp aera. Also our room was in a corridor that smelt damp. The bathroom was tiny and needed updating. Standing in a small bath to take a shower is not really 4* in my opinion, especially when the bathroom is so small in size. I also felt the rooms were very dusty. There were cobwebs in our corridor and spiders in the ceiling corners. Our room was incredibly dusty, also cobwebs in the wardrobes, the balcony was quite dirty too and we only had one deckchair, the other had no seat fabric - again not 4* in my opinion. Tip: if you are travelling with teens (maybe age 10+) the family rooms aren't large enough in my opinion. Lack of storage, very cosy living quarters. I would opt to book two rooms instead for a family of 4 with 2 older children. I would recommend this hotel however it needs a refresh. Thank you to the staff who were just so memorable and went above and beyond.

La Solara never fails to impress. We have stayed here many many times and each time we have an amazing holiday. The hotel is situated just outside Sorrento town centre which is a welcome relief from the hustle and bustle in Sorrento. The hotel shuttle bus is perfect and only takes a very short time to its drop off point and collection point. The hotel location is also perfectly located to walk down to a local beach which has an area for the public to bathe as well as rented sunbeds and umbrellas. La Solara hotel has wonderful facilities and the staff are very welcoming, friendly and helpful. It is lovely for us to see so many staff familiar faces on our return visits. We booked on a half board basis so we could enjoy the amazing evening meals. We also enjoyed a light lunch at the pool most days. The hotel is a place where you can relax, enjoy the meals, take in the views from the pool area and some hotel rooms. If you are looking for nightlife and lots of entertainment then this is not the place to stay. This is one of the main reasons we do stay at La Solara and it would appear that other guests at the hotel are staying there for the same reason. The cleanliness of the hotel and its rooms is of a very high standard. This has always been the case. We also booked a room with a view and balcony overlooking the bay which we enjoyed sitting on a most days. We will certainly be back to see everyone. Thank you for a wonderful holiday.

This hotel is almost 5 stars because the food is exceptional in the evenings! Some of the best food I've ever had and the main reason we chose this hotel. The rooms were a little dated but spacious and clean and we were not in them long. The pool area is nice but we didn't use it much. The complimentary shuttle bus service is great down into the centre of sorrento as it is a bit too far to walk along the main road.

Don't normally do this.but I have to.This hotel is amazing from getting in at midnight,we checked in was shown to the restaurant where food was laid on.we had room 308 which had an amazing view of the sea,had everything in the room you need. The pool area is great,plenty of sun beds. The STAFF too many mention,but they are the Hotel, are amazing doesn't matter what time it is the have a smile on there face..The food can be the same each day.but well cooked and taste amazing, Sorrento is romantic and helps the Hotel has a bus that runs every hour to it. We should be back in the future as we had things to see on the coast that we didn't get to see

I had a break here with my husband and 15 year old daughter to recover after the sudden death of my dad. The hotel was welcoming and spotlessly clean. All of the staff were very friendly and worked very hard to provide an excellent service. Rooms were clean and bed was very comfortable. The pool is enormous with plenty of subbed and towels provided. There was a wide variety of food choices on the menu each evening, including vegetarian options. A regular and very prompt bus service is provided on the hour. My particular favourite evening was the gala evening - outstanding food, fabulous live pianist and guests were able to applaud the kitchen staff at the end of the evening which was really lovely. Thank you.

Lovely hotel, great food and the free shuttle bus every hour was so handy. Had a really good trip and hope to come back. The staff were so friendly we couldn't fault a thing. We had some great pool days and also some great trips into Sorento. The local train and ferry's were also easy to use and reliable.

We stayed for a week earlier this month as a family of four. The hotel is immaculately clean. We didn't come across anything/anywhere that wasn't completely spotless. Some of the decor is a little dated but in a charming/authentic way (this isn't a glitzy, glossy, modern mega hotel). Our room had a gorgeous sea view meaning we could take in the beautiful sunsets from our balcony. Our son has severe food allergies and so travelling can be stressful and difficult - we often choose self catering for this reason. HOWEVER, the staff at La Solara were brilliant and the dining experiences were fabulous - Marcello the restaurant director was diligent and reassuring at all times. Our son's meals were prepared separately and safely and the staff were all totally “on it” in terms of being aware of his allergies. As an aside, the food was delicious - a great mix of local dishes of pasta, fish and seafood, vegetarian dishes etc. Our kids absolutely loved the pool and the table tennis/table football. It never felt busy or crowded, and the hotel is small enough that the staff get to know you quite quickly. They are all so friendly and helpful. The shuttle bus into Sorrento is super easy and takes about 5 mins. We much preferred being slightly out of town. The little beach at the foot of the cliff is worth a wander too - water is crystal clear. All in all, we would not hesitate to recommend this hotel for a family holiday. Huge thanks (for the care taken over our son's allergies) in particular to Marcello, Nino, Emmanuelle and Sonia.

Superb hotel. The staff all work so hard to make it a great experience and are really friendly. Room and pool area spotlessly clean. Food was really good. Lovely position with great views over the bay. All five of us agreed it's the nicest place we've stayed on holiday. Would definitely recommend and return.

This hotel was absolutely lovely. The service was amazing. We arrived very late and one of the serving staff stayed up to make sure we ate some dinner (cold meat and veg and fruit). It is five minutes outside of Sorrento, but they provide a regular bus to and from town, which we used a lot. The location means it's a little quieter, which is nice. The views are beautiful, the pool and pool area was great. Lots of space and good service everywhere. The room was good and clean with a nice little terrace. The bathroom seemed a little out of date, but everything worked fine. The dining and entertainment areas downstairs were great. The decor was a wonderful mix of 1960s but it was immaculate, like it had been decorated last year! The dinners were very pleasant, with the food seeming to cater for older Brits, I would say. They brought out a cake and had everyone sing on my husband's birthday. They have a pianist one evening, which was lovely. I can see why lots of the guests come again and again. A really gorgeous place.

We came here on the 10 day break which was booked as a 60th birthday surprise for me. When I was sent the name of the hotel a few days before we were about to fly, my heart sank a little when I saw ‘Best Western' as I imagined it to be a typical American chain of hotel with no character…. How wrong was I!!! Everything that the hundreds of positive Tripadvisor reviews and more were right. The holiday was booked as a packaged deal with TUI from Newcastle. We were on a half board basis. I definitely recommend you do the HB as you won't get this level of food in town or amount of choice each night. They cater for vegetarians and gluten free eaters also. We arrived early at 2pm and greeted with a glass of Prosecco in the lounge and we were lucky to get into our room early. Our room was on the 3rd floor (316). It was a big room with plenty of storage space, comfortable bed, decent air con (bearing in mind it was 35 deg), great free WiFi , safe, minibar and a south facing balcony which faced the pool. The balcony had an airer so you can hang your costume etc (bring ur own pegs) and table and chairs and sun loungers. The bathroom was huge with loads of towels, hairdryers, shower gels etc, even a non slip mat for the bath should you wish to shower instead. Another thing I liked about our room is that they don't have those stupid things that you hang on the door if you want to have your room cleaned or not be disturbed. There's a little button that you press on the inside of your door where it lights up on the outside telling the domestics that you do not wish to be disturbed, this eliminates guests potentially from swapping the hanging notices which creates problems when they are trying to be funny! Hotel is not super modern, the tiles on the floor are beautiful and it adds a certain charm to it, we loved it. The hotel is about 10 - 15 minutes away from Sorrento town by bus and the hotel run a complimentary minibus service every hour which is a godsend. The bus fits about 28. I wouldn't risk walking there as there isn't a pathway as such and the drivers here a little, actually ALOT crazy. The bus starts around 8 and last pick up is at 11:15. All pick ups are prompt. There is a little shop about 15 mins away from the hotel, so if you're daring enough, get yourself there. We purchased things like biscuits, crisps and water. Like other guests said, the hotel is absolutely spotless and the domestics work really hard to ensure that this is maintained Food - breakfast everything there to suit your taste, even gluten free!! Fresh fruit, pastries, bread which you can toast, cereals, juices, cheese, ham, the list is endless. With dinner, there is a set menu. There are three courses ,you can also help yourself to the salad bar. The only thing I would suggest is to ask the side dish of the day is as it might not go with what you are choosing as your main (side dish might be mash or peas therefore, might not go with baked chicken, or pizza etc). Everything we had eaten was always lovely and always too much to be honest!! Gala dinner on Sunday was extra special. You are allocated a table on your first night and this will be your table for the duration of your stay for dinner, but you can sit where you want for breakfast. Views in the evening are even more amazing as you can sit and watch the Sun go down. Pool - plenty of seats so you don't have to rush at 4 am to put your towel down. The hotel provide towels. Lifeguard on duty , there's also a snack bar. You can get drinks by your bed. Drinks are little bit expensive €4 a bottle of Diet Coke but you get a free packet of crisps with it if you want. Sodas in Sorrento do seem to be costly whereas beers are just €1 more. Sunbeds are amazing because you also get the shade that goes over your head. The pool is huge and spotless and there's also a bit for the kids to play in. Special thanks to the staff for a lovely cake on my birthday dinner and For singing me a song and apologies for me getting so emotional, obviously unexpected, but a lovely surprise and for the flowers ( you also didn't have to do that) We also did a trip to Pompeii and the Amalfi which the hotel sorted. To be honest, EVERY member of staff from reception, dining and domestic have been amazing and (we can't thank or name them all as they were all fabulous) them enough for making these last 10 days the very best. Obviously we recommend this hotel. Don't be put off by the name. La Solera is simply the BEST!!

Absolutely amazing hotel! The staff were all lovely and accommodating, lovely clean rooms, very hygienic, good free transport to Sorrento town, massive pool! very rarely crowded and never a struggle to find a sun lounger. Catered amazing for food allergies, incredible gluten free options that were delicious and can even cater not rarer allergies.

This was our second time staying here, I've already written a detailed review but can happily say that nothing has changed. The hotel is very clean and comfortable, and is in such a serene location, with a shuttle bus to Sorrento that is always on time. The staff are so friendly and helpful, especially the waiters- most of the ones we remembered were no longer there, but the new ones continue to provide the same excellent quality of service, quickly becoming just as familiar, showing how well the hotel must train its staff. Thank you to Carmine, Francesco (our main waiter at dinner, who was always so kind and polite), Nino, Emmanuel, Ben, Sonia, Giuseppe, the young bartender whose name I didn't catch, and Francesco the pool attendant. Marcello was still there running the restaurant as flawlessly as ever.

Just got home from a week's holiday at La Solera Sorrento,everything from checking in to leaving was first class.The hotel is spotless, the food and drinks are good and the staff are both friendly and welcoming .The pool is beautiful and never a problem getting a sun bed , so relaxing from the hustle and bustle of Sorrento Town. The hotel operates a very punctual bus service to and from town which is great.I can only recommend this place 100 percent and would definitely stay again.

My family and I stayed 3 nights at this hotel as part of our italy trip and this was probably the best sleep we've ever had. Beds were comfortable and given the location very quiet. The hotel had a nice pool and excellent breakfast. Staff was attentive and very helpful. They assisted us even with excursions! The hotel is not modern by north American standards but very functional and comfortable. Note that the hotel is not in the center of sorrento but rather at the outskirts. However the hotel provides a shuttle to and from the hotel to the center. We used it daily and found it very helpful.

We had a fantastic time and I would definitely return to this hotel. There were a few things that let it down which is why I haven't rated it five stars. The positive - hotel is immaculately clean, I honestly don't think I've seen a lobby/ lounge so clean. - swimming pool is massive, especially for the size of the hotel - area by the pool is peaceful and we never had any trouble finding a sun lounger - free towels are provided - the chocolates put by our bed by housekeeping was a really nice touch - most of the staff were very friendly and helpful. She special mention to Dima, Carmine and Sonia who were so pleasant. - the hotel cocktails are delicious (and strong!) Guiseppe will make you anything you want, whether it's on the menu or not - the shuttle bus is fantastic and runs dot on time - free use of safe and fridge in room - we found the food mostly great, especially their pasta dishes. I also had the best tiramisu I've ever had here! The pizzas you can get from the snack bar menu are delicious and very authentic. - breakfast was well stocked and plenty of choice. We loved the little chocolate muffins with chocolate sauce inside. Negatives - air con in our room (130) was quite poor - found the beds quite uncomfortable and had to sleep with a pillow under my back - there's no bath and the shower didn't drain well - we had 3 adults staying in a twin room and it was very cramped. One of us basically had a camp bed for a week which isn't great when we had all pay over £1k for a weeks holiday.

We loved this hotel & it's wonderful, friendly staff. Situated a little way out of Sorrento, tucked up on the hill but the peace and tranquility was fantastic. No pounding music around the pool, just the birds singing and crickets chirping. Most guests were probably middle-aged - the first week we were there, there were no children staying. The hourly shuttle bus was excellent - running from early morning until late at night. It's not really an option to walk into town as there are no footpaths and busy traffic. We did visit the local beach - walked the half mile down the hill and rented a couple of sun loungers. Quite busy with locals at the weekend but we enjoyed a day there and had a swim and nice lunch. A steep walk back up to the hotel. The hotel pool was large and clean, lots of loungers and pool towels available. All areas of the hotel were exceptionally clean and tidy. Rooms spacious with comfy beds, towels, tea/coffee, tv and well stocked mini bar. Rooms cleaned and made up daily. The restaurant food was amazing, choosing from a varied menu in the evening served by efficient, friendly staff. A table is allocated to guests for their entire stay. Breakfast was a good buffet with lots of choice. The gala dinner held every Sunday was wonderful - held around the pool with candlelit tables and live music. So much food we couldn't eat it all. A really lovely thing to do by the hotel. Great to see all the chefs and waiting staff too. The tucked away, little garden was gorgeous with seating with flower beds and lemon trees. The desk staff were always welcoming and friendly. We loved our stay. Thank you to all at La Solara.

Very kind and helpful staff. Especially the lady who helped us book the tours. Courtesy shuttle with a great driver every hour to town until late (11.15 pm) gives the flexibility of shopping any time and a lovely town experience. The rooms especially on 5th floor (not sure if it's all) are spacious with lovely big balconies.

From the moment that we arrived we knew that we'd chosen well. Our flight was delayed and the staff had saved us a selection of food from the cold buffet, Carmine led us to the restaurant where our food had been laid out on the table. The staff in the restaurant worked tirelessly and efficiently to make sure that all of our needs were met, Marcello, a great character walking through the dining area with his inimitable sense of humour making us guests laugh or smile, Carmine always friendly, big smile, Francesco would let us know the dessert choices for the evening with a warmth and friendliness so rare. Ben would often serve our drinks, Sonia, often looked serious, but when she spoke, it was with a big smile, Nino, quiet but also very attentive. I can't fault anybody in the restaurant or the kitchen staff that work behind the scenes to prepare and serve our meals, which we found to be delicious with a good choice every night. Giuseppe and the drinks staff were also very hard working and helped make our stay a memorable one, again, everybody was warm and had a great sense of humour. The cleaning staff in the hotel worked so hard and kept our room and the entire hotel spotless. Could we find fault? No, it was our 25th wedding anniversary and we booked a seaview room with a terrace, it was well worth the extra cost. We had a wonderful time and would like to say a big thank you to everybody working at La Solara. We are coming back next year to do some of the things that we didn't get to do this year. As this hotel was booked through TUI, a special mention should go to Marianna their rep at the hotel, she has a huge heart and big pride in her home and her work, she is so genuinely pleased to help out, you only have to ask. Thank you everyone, Ciao! ??❤️

Fabulous hotel, beautiful location. The staff are simply the best! We, like many people, gave visited multiple times which says everything one needs to say. The shuttle bus to the centre of Sorrento is a real asset. Watching the sunsets over the bay of Naples is an added bonus.

Lots of reviews, try not to repeat too much. Having peace away from sorrento busy streets was welcome as the shuttle service is very good and reliable to travel as needed. (No little shops near by though for water etc). We also enjoyed the small local beach in walkable distance. Rooms clean comfortable and Aircon works well. Pool area so peaceful, always space with very helpful staff. Restaurant has a good choice of wines, plenty vegetarian options and staff are very helpful and friendly. Thank you everyone, Francesco and Carmen were our main waiters who were always very helpful. We enjoyed our holiday and this was a good base to see the sights of the area and have some relaxing time away.

We stayed at the Best Western La Solara for 4 nights at the beginning of July. The hotel was fairly quiet. Staff were super friendly and helpful. The hotel is spotlessly clean. We had breakfast each morning which was good - fair amount of choice. The hotel shuttle bus is free (runs every hour) and is so handy. It takes you into town in about 5 minutes. The hotel is out of the town up on a hill so views of the sea are lovely (and beautiful sunsets). Lots of lemon trees everywhere. Lovely relaxed atmosphere. We loved it.

Great holiday to sorrento, used this hotel as a base to visit pompeii, visuvious and herculaneum the hotel staff could not do enough for you ,would definitely use again ? food of good standard,spotless clean hotel ,all staff polite and professional at all times ,thank you hotel la solara

We are currently on our last day of a 11 night stay. The hotel is very clean and tidy and the staff are exceptionally friendly and helpful but if you are expecting a gastronomic experience, you will be disappointed. The meals are very repetitive. For instance every day there will be pasta with tomato sauce and basil as a starter option plus a cake/pastry or mousse, ice cream or fruit for dessert. The main courses are the real let down, very bland and lacking in flavour reminiscent of school dinners back in the day. There is always a buffer of salad and cold vegetables at dinner but I prefer my vegetables hot. On the plus side reception were able to arrange a boat trip at short notice and the hourly free shuttle bus into Sorrento centre was great. Final note, we asked about the availability of a shower on our last day as check out of the room is at 10am but we were not leaving till 5pm. We were told they were almost fully booked but we MAY be able to extend our room for €50 until 2pm… if not we were told we could use the outside showers at the pool (cold and no privacy!) It was a nice holiday but i wouldn't particularly recommend this hotel.

This hotel is amazing. About 3 miles outside of Sorrento but easy to get to on the complimentary shuttle bus which runs every hour. The rooms are spacious and spotlessly clean with a big balcony. The food is exceptional as are the staff. Marcello & his team are so welcoming and friendly, you are served your evening meal, it's not a free for all buffet like most hotels. Everything about this place is superb. We hope to return because this is definitely a hidden gem. Thanks to all for making our stay a memorable experience.

Another marvellous 9 night stay at this beautiful hotel. We find La Solara to be an oasis of peace and calmness. Relaxation is our number 1 goal when we travel abroad and La Solara and its' hardworking staff deliver this environment every time. We've been staying here since 2013. This year there were a few new faces amongst the staff but no drop in service or standard. We had a few pre-arrival requests which the La Solara reception team dealt with without fuss. We had a beautiful room for this stay which was kept spotless by the housekeeping team - they keep the entire hotel immaculate. We always do HB here as we love the food and the options available for each course on evenings. Plenty of vegetarian options too. The pool and pool terrace are fantastic with Antonio and Franche keeping a very tidy area to relax in with plenty of loungers and parasols for guests. The 9 nights passed in a flash. Thank you to the entire La Solara team. Mick and Nuala. Belfast

As all the other reviews the hotel is spotless staff excellent. Food very average. Main meals quite bland.All veg at evening meal on cold table. Plenty of selection for breakfast but only bacon and scrambled eggs on hot table the courtesy bus into Sorrento was excellent and always on time.

After seeing the website, we were excited to be staying at this property, until we got to our rooms. Pros: - Beautiful view from the breakfast room. - Pool -Snack bar and bar poolside with good food/drink options. -Snack-bar staff very friendly. -Pool towels provided -Hotel bar with big screen TV. Great for watching soccer matches. -Hotel restaurant -Shuttle Service. -Shuttle Service would drop you off or pick you up anywhere along the route to/from city center. Cons: -Pictures aren't necessarily what you get. None of our rooms had a view. -Front desk staff seemed to know how to say “No” or “you can't get there” Rarely greeted you as you went past the desk. -Mattress was hard as a rock -Door to one room looked like someone tried to break the lock. -Not really a family hotel. -Pool staff (lifeguard/bar) and breakfast staff did not seem happy people. Rarely smiled, greeted, or spoke to you. -It cost €50 just to get a cab to come up the mountain. So if not along shuttle route, it would be too expensive to get there. -Road not safe to walk on, for small children. Stayed at three other hotels in three other cities over the 13 day stay in Italy. This hotel was far below the standards of the other hotels. Very disappointing.

A wonderful place to stay. Staff outstanding. Special mention to Tina for helping us book train tickets to Rome. Food was amazing. Beautiful location overlooking the sea. Great shuttle service into Sorrento.

Just returned from a week at La Solara and all expectations were met. 3km out of town with a very reliable free hotel shuttle bus from 7.50am to 11.15pm meant the location was ideal, nice and quiet but easy access to town. The staff were all very friendly and helpful, some others in the area could learn a thing or 2 re smiling and customer service skills from La Solara staff. The pool and pool area are huge when considering the hotel has only 58 bedrooms. No issue with sun bed availability. The dining room is again large for the number of guests and I particularly liked having the same table for the evening meal with the bottle of wine waiting for the whole week. No searching for a free table here, again all organised and relaxed as the pool. The Sunday gala dinner was enjoyable. I was impressed by the breakfast offering and the evening meals were fine but nothing special, we did find it strange to have items in a buffet arrangement that were cold which normally would be heated (carrots, green beans, cauliflower etc). The bedroom was of a good size with a very large bed. Some of the decor was slightly tired but no issue (for example shower screen and wardrobe). The hotel was very clean and appeared to have an impressive number of staff for 58 bedrooms. It was evident the hotel has many return guests which says it all. The clientele seemed mainy British and for our week all respectable decent folk with whom we had lots in common and many good chats and drinks together. The hotel had an air of calm. The benefits of a local hotel working in partnership with Best Western as a franchise seemed to deliver the goods for customers. Overall would highly recommend this hotel for a Sorrento stay. If you want a day at the beach a visit to Puolo is a must, just half a mile down a steep road leads to a wonderful beach with a smatttering of bars and restaurants. We hired 2 sunbeds and a brolley for 34 euros. If visiting the main areas of interest, such as Capri, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast, I would recommend perusing the websites that detail which ships are in port for Naples and Sorrento to include number of passengers and time in port to plan your excursions as it can make a huge difference to how busy the hotspots are. By following this planning method we found (in June) Pompeii and the Amalfi Coat to be easy to roam and free from large crowds. The area is busy but the worst of too many tourists can be avoided. There is a 4 euro per person per night local tourism tax to pay which I failed to notice before arrival. I hope they spend my 56 euros wisely.

We have just returned from 1 week at La Solara hotel. First of all the hotel is very clean and bright, along with the pool area which the guys there were tidying and keeping clean at all times, the pool was lovely with great views of Naples bay. A mini bus is provided by the hotel which is run hourly into town and back (too far to walk) but always on time. As for the food all I will say os it was adequate, set menus with various choices but none that I would have eaten again. I would return if there was an improvement in the menu, the hotel is lovely. Staff were lovely, from the cleaning lady's to all the waiters and waitresses.

I and my wife spent a wonderful week at Hotel Solara in Sorrento early May with a group and thoroughly enjoyed it. The room was spacious, equipped with all amenities you might need as a tourist, the restaurant was exceptional with great selection and superb service. Staff at the reception desk was second to none. They were all very helpful. The gym and the swimming pool are a great asset to work off what you pick up at the restaurant....Great stay that needs to be repeated when the occasion presents itself!

The hotel has the most amazing views across The Bay to Vesuvius. Although you have this view from the restaurant and lounges, we felt the upgrade to a sea view room was Well worth it. It was nice to be out of the hustle and bustle of Sorrento but with the excellent shuttle bus service, you could visit as often as you wished. The staff were friendly and the hotel and rooms were spotlessly clean. We were disappointed sometimes with the blandness of the main course. Thin tasteless sauces. We spoke to many repeat visitors so perhaps this was just a blip.

My school friends and I stayed here last week for 5 nights to celebrate our joint 50th birthdays. From the moment we arrived, we felt incredibly welcome. Despite arriving at 11pm, tired and hungry along with two other parties, we were immediately invited to the dining room where a delicious meal awaited us. The spread included salads, cheeses, melon, prosciutto, breads, and bottles of water. When we asked, bottles of wine quickly appeared, giving us a warm Italian welcome! Despite the late hour, Carmine was friendly, patient, and happy to assist us. The hotel was spotlessly clean. Our room was large and airy, with a well-stocked mini-bar. The beds were so comfy, the air-con most welcome and our terrace was huge, and the next morning we were greeted by the dazzling blue sea as we soaked up the Sorrento sunshine. Breakfast was fabulous, offering a significant and varied selection of delicious foods, which we enjoyed every morning before heading out for our adventures. The evening meals were also excellent, with high quality, lots of choices, and generous portions—you definitely won't go hungry at this hotel! The Gala Dinner on Sunday was wonderful, with fabulous entertainment. At first, we joked it was like the hotel in Dirty Dancing, bringing a nostalgic '50s vibe, which was absolutely fabulous! The staff were always on top form—warm, friendly, and eager to join in with our fun. We managed to get everyone up and dancing in the bar later that night, with not one person sitting! We recommend the fab cocktails too- especially the Pina Colada's (renamed DimaColada after our hilarious youthful bar man!) We made some lovely friends, though some were a bit delicate the next do! The shuttle bus service was excellent, and we used it most days. The pool was very clean, and the staff were helpful and friendly, assisting with towels and sunshades. Although we didn't eat by the pool, the food looked lovely, and the iced coffees and little cakes were delicious. The hotel's staff are the main attraction—they are incredible and made this the best trip we could have had. Thank you all for making our birthdays so wonderful. We can't wait to return!

We have just returned from a 2 week stay at this hotel. Italy is a beautiful country and this hotel enhanced our holiday. Very clean, great food and incredibly attentive staff. A special mention has to go to Giuseppe, Dima and Francesco who made our stay extra special.

Delighted to finally be back after our last visit in 2019. From the moment we arrived - and were greeted with a glass of Prosecco and snacks, we immediately felt relaxed and looked after. Hotel is immaculately clean. Food is amazing. Staff are friendly and make you feel at home. Bus into town is great. Wish we had booked for longer than a week. Thank you to all the staff for making our holiday just great.

Where to start! From the breath taking setting to the amazing staff and not forgetting the food it made for a memorable experience all round. Staff From the moment you step into La Solara you are made to feel special. Our bags were taken from us and we were shown to the lounge area where we were provided a glass of Prosecco and some snacks. Once we were ready we checked in and my husband and I had room 128 with a lovely terrace over looking the pool. Bruno was on hand to take our cases up for us and the reception staff were all very welcoming. Over the course of the week we got to know the familiar faces, with them working long hours but always stopping to say hello. Giuseppe is an absolute hoot and made us laugh a lot, whilst he works at the pool bar in the afternoon he runs the lounge bar at night and does a fantastic job. His young sidekick Dima is lovely too, and learning from Giuseppe, both a great asset to the hotel. Franscesco the lifeguard is also an incredible part of La Solara team working very hard to look after the pool area and doing what he can for the guests. Food Wow! The breakfast provided includes fresh fruit, varied daily, yogurts, scrambled egg, meats, pastries and much more. The coffee is perfecto! My husband is missing this back in the UK We were half board so had. 3 course evening meal which was faultless and even as a pescatarian I had no trouble eating in fact so much to chose from. Hotel This hotel is immaculately clean, the chambermaids work tirelessly around the hotel to keep it that way. I would highly recommend sitting on the terrace with a limoncello spritz and watch the sunset…it is stunning. Another big positive of this hotel is the shuttle service. They have 2 guys who run it on the hour down to Sorrento town and quarter past the hour back. It's about a 10 Minute drive and nice to be away from the business of the town. Whilst we did venture into Sorrento a few times don't miss what's under your nose. We took the local bus to Massa Lubrense and did a walk, stumbling across a lemon grove where we had a tasting and bought some local oils, honey etc Also Marina Paulo which is just a 10-15 minute walk and we had a beautiful authentic dinner here with yet another sunset. It is a bit of a walk back up but worth it. Overall we can't rate this hotel enough and will definitely return as still so much to do in this region. Thank you to each and every member of La Solara team.

This hotel and staff was absolutely fantastic. We stayed for 14 nights and thoroughly enjoyed the food and the customer service. The hoppa into town each day was great. The Sunday Gala put on by the dining staff was truly the best. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this hotel.

Beautiful views. Very relaxing with friendly staff and nice food. Nice and clean hotel. Great courtesy bus to and from Sorrento town centre. Most enjoyable stay. Would definitely recommend.

The Hotel La Solara in Sorrento was a perfect choice for our honeymoon. We'd already read really positive reviews and the hotel completely lived up to other peoples experiences. The hotel was spotlessly clean. Our room was very comfortable and we slept very well. Every night we looked forward to our evening meals with great food choices and friendly attentive staff. Our waiter was Francesco who was lovely and very helpful. One reason we chose this hotel was because I am gluten intolerant and it states in the hotel information that they will cater for people who can't eat gluten/wheat. There was lots of choices for me, plus the chef made gluten free dishes/ desserts just for guests with this intolerance. We'd definitely stay at Hotel Solara again and we absolutely loved Sorrento and the surrounding Amalfi coast.

This hotel is a good standard hotel, with a really great swimming pool. The whole hotel is very clean and kept well, although dated in places. They could do with cushions on the sunbeds too !!! The food is very important to the dinning room staff, who are all very good, friendly and helpful, breakfast is ok, not a full English type breakfast, but certainly good enough and fresh. Lunch by the pool is good, usual stuff with pasta, the pizza is actually great. The dinners - these are ok, i had expected great with all these reviews but can really only say it is ok, its plentiful, and there is no rush , in fact they state the food is freshly made for each order, but i dont think this is quite correct, However they are very proud of the whole dining experience and the Gala dinner was fun. The shuttle is very handy, Sorrento is lovely, this is our second visit, but it has now got extremely busy with all the cruise ships, when they 'land' there are great queues of people following guides which tend to take over the paths and areas, but its still a great place to go. Pompeii is amazing but extremely busy, but a definite must see. overall a great holiday, although we went with TUI , i would do any more holidays independently as you get no service for going with them.

Our first impression was that the hotel is not really in walking distance of Sorrento, however, the shuttle bus is very reliable and starts at 7:50 and last collection from town is 23:15. In fact it was lovely to be in the hotel away from the hustle on an evening and the food is the same standard as most restaurants in Sorrento centre. Drinks reasonably priced and the hotel is immaculately clean and the staff in all areas go above and beyond to ensure you have a great stay. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone travelling to Sorrento

We visited here for a landmark birthday. First time to this part of Italy. From the moment we arrived we knew this was going to be a very special holiday. The location is stunning set high up above Sorrento amidst forests, lemon and olive groves it just oozes charm and tranquility. Yes there is a busy winding road outside, but slightly downhill but it doesn't impact. On arrival cases were taken to reception by Bruno and we were given Prosecco and snacks and shown to the lounge to relax. We knew it was a 4pm check in so this was no hardship. Our initial favourable impressions remained throughout our all too brief stay, 7 days. Our room on the third floor had a stunning view over looking Capri, the sound of birdsong and a nearby rooster only added to the charm. The hotel is immaculate in traditional style, not like all those glossy carbon copy ones which have no warmth and character or interest in anything but your wallet. La Solara treat you like a member of family, nothing is too much effort and you feel valued by all. EVERY member of staff is highly trained and excels at what they do . I won't single any one out because that would be unfair as they are all excellent. Nothing is too much trouble for them, and I did ask some pretty inane questions. We booked a boat trip through the hotel. Well organised, well worth the money. The food is really of a high standard as is the service. I have been to so called five star hotels where it's felt like school dinners and they want you in and out as quickly as possible. The very opposite happens here. You are allocated a table for dinner, so there is no stampede to bag the best tables, at breakfast you can choose where to sit. It's waiter service, apart from salad bar. attention to detail matters to them. I particularly loved the breakfast. What a choice! Everything you could wish for and more. Coffee just perfect. The shuttle bus into Sorrento is comfortable, reliable and modern. Sometimes the trip only took 8 minutes. The buzz of this wonderful resort is close by but the tranquility of La Solara is there on your return. It was mixed weather but I still managed to use the pool which is very impressive as is the sunbed area. Plenty of them. No need to rush to put down towels, which are supplied daily. Not far from the hotel, more or less across from it, there is a path which takes you down to a charming cove with a harbour and restaurants. I felt a bit daunted about the trek back up but one of the restaurant owners organised a “taxi” fancy buggy! Straight to the hotel door. Ten Euros very well spent. Would we come back??? In a heartbeat . Easily the best hotel we have ever stayed at and with our advanced years there have been quite a few. La Solara thank you for giving us such a memorable experience. In the words of the magnificent Tina Turner “Simply the Best “ Ciao and see you next year .

We stayed for 11 nights at the La Solara hotel and despite the iffy weather (an unusual depression over all of Europe) we had the best time. We received a warm welcome (though be prepared for your room not being ready until 1600) and were shown to our room overlooking the sea. The hotel is spotlessly clean and the staff really make it a special place. There is a network of paths across the Sorrento peninsula which can be accessed from the back of the hotel - the lovely reception staff will give you the local maps. There was plenty of choice at dinner in the evening - the pastas are very good as is the meat and fish cookery, though the veg is a little overcooked for modern British tastes. The Gala dinner on a Sunday was a happy event and we will undoubtedly return to this gem of a hotel again. Thank you

La Solara is a wonderful hotel from the moment you arrive and are greeted with a glass of Prosecco to the moment you leave where they put on a very early breakfast, you are totally spoiled. It is like walking into your Nonas house and being greeted with a hug and looked after. The reception staff are friendly and helpful, book your excursions here , they are reasonably priced and are all well run. Thanks to the man who looks after your luggage from the bus to your room. The housekeepers keep the hotel meticulously clean and your room is serviced daily. The restaurant management and waiting staff run the bars and restaurant like a well oiled machine with their duties carried out to perfection. The food is plentiful with many choices and you cannot fail to get something you like, we particularly enjoyed the gala dinner on the Sunday night, great atmosphere and good idea to celebrate all the restaurant and kitchen staff who do a fantastic job. The pool area is well kept and has magnificent views. The free shuttle bus was a god send to get back and forward to Sorrento and it was always on time. I would say the hotel is more suited to couples and families rather than younger people who are looking for nightlife although there is some evening entertainment on certain nights. One thing to note, the hotel check in is 4pm, due to our early flight we were dropped off by Tui at 12 o'clock, we spent over 4 hours sitting in reception waiting on our room, this was our own fault on hindsight instead of wasting a days holiday we should have either taken the bus to Sorrento for a few hours or have spent the afternoon by the pool however we kept thinking that our room would be ready shortly. If you have an early morning flight arrange to do something after you have dropped your suitcases off. Finally it does not seem fair to single staff members out when they were all so efficient however we must say a special thanks to the barman who helped us when my husband accidentally tipped a table over when squeezing between sofas and smashed all our drinks on the floor, he was very helpful with no fuss at all. Also thanks to Nino and Francesco for their professionalism and friendly faces at dinner and a special thanks to Dima who popped up every where with his infectious smile and giggle he was a pleasure to talk to and looked after us well. We would definitely recommend this hotel, don't think twice about booking it.

Me and my partner fly back tomorrow after an amazing week here!! This place is absolutely perfect if you want a quiet, relaxing break where you can also explore sorrento. On arrival, we were greeted with Prosecco and check in was super easy and our rooms were ready quickly. We had a lovely room with a large balcony and an amazing see view where we could watch the sunset where housekeeping were fantastic and did a great job of our rooms every day. Food was amazing, we were half board and in the morning for breakfast it was a buffet with a great selection of quality food and dinner was 3 courses, again with great choice and high standards, we also had a well-stocked mini bar in the room! The hotel was kept very clean and the staff couldn't do enough to help you and give you the best service. The pool was great and heated and the view from the sunbeds was phenomenal. I would recommend this mostly for couples as not much goes on and it's very quiet with little entertainment but this was for Perfect for us as we took the shuttle bus which is every hour to and from sorrento town to explore and also two trips, one to Pompeii(recommend!) and one to amalfi coast and Positano via boat! The only slight downside of this hotel is you can't get anywhere by walking as there is no path and the nearest shop is a couple of miles but the shuttle bus is free and very easy to use to get water/food etc. We would definitely return!

From the location to the food to the staff, we couldn't fault this hotel. We just loved our stay here. Staff at the front reception are friendly and easy to approach. Everyone was a credit to this hotel right down to the cleaners who keep the hotel spotless and the bus drivers who drive the courtesy bus into Sorrento every hour and back again. (not easy on those roads). The restaurant staff and waiters are amazing. The restaurant manager Marcello was a joy to watch at evening meal times. He runs the restaurant with such precision, making sure everyone was seen to. The food presentation and quality was excellent. Just loved it all and didn't want to leave. Will definitely return one day. Molte grazie...

My daughter and I would not hesitate to recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Sorrento. We stayed for a week over the Easter holidays which was a perfect time to visit. The atmosphere is relaxed and warm, and its position on the hillside makes it very peaceful. The longer you stay, the less you want to leave as the staff make you feel like it is a home away from home. All the staff were so friendly and helpful, but special mentions would go to the front desk staff as well as Marcello, Giuseppe, Emanuele and Dima in the restaurant and bar. They are very professional, obviously passionate about providing good service, and share their sense of humour which makes you feel comfortable and welcomed. Breakfast is a good spread, but the food at dinner is the real highlight. A choice of 4 options per course, all of which were prepared with real care and tasted delicious. The gala dinner on Sunday was a special experience featuring live piano and a nice opportunity to see and thank the chefs. Everywhere was spotlessly clean and well kept. The decor is traditional Italian which feels very genuine and authentic, in keeping with the local area. Our balcony overlooked the pool and the room was spacious and comfortable. Thanks to the housekeeping staff for keeping our room (212) so clean each day. The shuttle bus was always reliable and so useful for exploring Sorrento with friendly and capable drivers. Sorrento is a great base for exploring the sights such as Pompei, Vesuvius, and the Amalfi Coast. We have already booked our return visit to this hotel for next year, as there is still more to experience in Campania and we can't resist staying here again.

Friendly staff and immaculately clean. Overall we had a lovely stay and were fortunate to have a beautiful sea view room with huge balcony on the 5th floor accessible by stairs or lift. Rooms are traditional, slightly dated, but arguably Italian style. Plugs are 3 pin round (L). We had 2 pin round European adapters but they worked ok. Some may find the beds quite hard but we have a similar mattress at home so it suited us. Pillows also quite hard but we did manage to get a softer one from reception. Rooms were cleaned daily and towels changed as required. Unfortunately the air conditioning wasn't on during our stay, so we were advised by reception to sleep with the balcony door open and mosquito blind down. This was ok, but air con would've been welcomed as temperatures were up to 26 degrees in the day. Understandably the hotel doesn't turn their air con on in April as temperatures are variable, but for us Brits 26 degrees is tropical! We didn't use the pool but it was clean and plenty of sun beds available. We were out and about most days visiting Pompeii, Herculaneum, Sorrento, the Amalfi coast and the beautiful villages of Positano and Ravello. Would thoroughly recommend the TUI trips as you have to be very brave to drive these roads - would not recommend car hire as it's just too dangerous! Our TUI Rep Marianna was brilliant. Would highly recommend her free walking tour around Sorrento which we did on our first day as it really helped us to find our feet and provided lots of useful information. The free shuttle bus from the hotel was great. We used it a number of times to get to and from Sorrento both in the day and at nighttime. It runs on the hour from the hotel and at quarter past the hour back from Sorrento. The drivers are friendly and work really hard. All staff were polite and friendly and very hard working. We had a few issues with slow dinner service but staff were aware and apologetic. Breakfast was good with a great selection of continental, fruit, scrambled egg, bacon, pastries etc. Evening meals were ok, but choice was limited. Some standard dishes such as a pasta dish / pizza would have been welcomed to widen the choice. I wouldn't say the food was outstanding but it was reasonable. Complimentary water for the table would also have been welcomed. Drinks were around 6 Euros for a beer and 9 Euros for an Aperol Spritz / spirits. We ate out a couple of times at a restaurant called Meating in Sorrento which was lovely. The main improvement would be to be able to check in earlier. On arrival at around 1.30pm, we were directed to the lounge bar and were given a complimentary drink which was nice, but we weren't sure why this was happening. We had been up since 1.30am and just wanted to get changed into something cooler and relax outside in the sunshine. We waited and waited and eventually asked if we could get our room key only to be told that rooms wouldn't be ready until 4pm. We went outside and had a snack from the pool bar until our room was ready, so would recommend taking some shorts / swim stuff in hand luggage to change into whilst you wait. Also be aware of the steep stairs to climb from the road to reception.

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.