Situated in the pretty Sorrento village of Vico Equense, the three-star Astoria Hotel puts you in the heart of the enchanting scenery of the Gulf of Naples. Occupying a superb position, with glimpses of the blue waters of the Mediterranean and of Mount Vesuvius, this family hotel in Sorrento has been in the same hands since the 1930s. Astoria Hotel, Naples
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Situated in Duomo Square, close to the sea front, the Hotel Fontana has 21 rooms and 3 suites, all with bathroom, hairdryer, satellite TV, heating and air conditioning, telephone and minibar. Most rooms overlook the square or have a sea view, and suites feature a shower with hydro massage and a personal sauna. Hotel Fontana, Salerno
The 4-star Hotel Antiche Mura, Sorrento, is conveniently located on the main square. Perfect for business and sightseeing visitors alike, it has a charming swimming pool with terrace bar adjacent. Hotel Antiche Mura, Naples
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Hotel Villa Ranieri is set in its own pretty gardens away from the main road on a peaceful side street of Naples. Housed in a historic villa, there are 12 spacious, elegant rooms, all with en-suite bathroom, air-conditioning, satellite TV, direct-dial telephone line and a well-stocked minibar. Hotel Villa Ranieri, Naples
A four-star hotel in Naples, the Hotel Majestic has a great position in the city. Lying on Largo Vasto a Chiaia, this Italian hotel is in the heart of town, in the best shopping district, and overlooking the romantic waters of the Bay of Naples. Hotel Majestic, Naples
This friendly, welcoming, family-run hotel in Sorrento offers B&B-style accommodation in an excellent location just five minutes' walk from the centre of Sorrento. There are just ten en-suite rooms, all with direct-dial telephone, satellite television, minibar and air conditioning. Villa Oriana Relais, Naples
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The Hotel Garden Napoli is conveniently located close to Naples' railway station, just a short car journey from the airport. There are 35 bright, en-suite rooms, all with air-conditioning, cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone, internet access plus a well-stocked minibar. Hotel Garden Napoli, Naples
Naples' Grand Hotel Oriente has been the hotel of choice for an international clientele since it first opened its doors in the 1940s. This elegantly modern four-star hotel has 131 rooms for all sizes of guest party and there is a superb restaurant offering an artful blend of international, Mediterranean and Neapolitan cuisine. Grand Hotel Oriente, Naples
