Hotel Rivage Sorrento

“Lovely unassuming hotel”

Lovely, unassuming hotel, very close to the walking street and right across from a restaurant, supermarket and beside 2 souvenir shops and an atm, plus vending machine centre that cells everything from batteries to sandwiches. The hotel's restaurant Nino's is lovely with gorgeous food including a... more

Lovely, unassuming hotel, very close to the walking street and right across from a restaurant, supermarket and beside 2 souvenir shops and an atm, plus vending machine centre that cells everything from batteries to sandwiches. The hotel's restaurant Nino's is lovely with gorgeous food including an amazing omelette!! Stunning views from the restaurant, sun deck and pool. All of which are on the roof, the 4th floor 9f the hotel is at the top, the rooms are on the floors below. There is a handy, but small lift but beautiful marble and tiled stairs down too. Lovely sculptures in alcoves and corners. A lovely lounge with a piano and terrace overlooking the bay too. The hotel is spotless and the room we had was lovely. We didnt have a balcony but that didn't bother us at all. It was a twin room, with a fab bathroom large shower, bday, sink and toilet. Large mirror, hair dryer, sockets for other bathroom devices. A little hall just I the door with a case rack. The main room had a lovely couch along one wall, that was really nice to sit on. Two single beds a large wardrobe with a safe. A 2 door locker beside each bed and a desk across on the opposite wall. The flat screen tv was on the wall, it wasn't huge but it was adequate. There was a fabulous little fridge beside the wardrobe, but beware.. eve tiny prosecco bottles won't stand. Bottles need to lie in it. There are no tea or coffee making facilities and no iron. The housekeeping was efficient and very thorough. The hotel also arranged an excursion for us which we enjoyed at a reasonable price. All in all we really enjoyed our stay. The staff were all lovely and happy to help whenever we needed it.

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“Good location”

We spent a week here, overall the experience was good.Location is very good 15 minutes walk from bus/train station.The room was ok as you are only sleeping in it ,beds very comfortable ,towels changed every day .Bathroom could do with an upgrade, damp smell first few days on entering the room .W... more

We spent a week here, overall the experience was good.Location is very good 15 minutes walk from bus/train station.The room was ok as you are only sleeping in it ,beds very comfortable ,towels changed every day .Bathroom could do with an upgrade, damp smell first few days on entering the room .When room above us would flush toilet that very noisy especially in the middle of the night. There is a lovely seating area on level 3. Pool area is fine plenty of sun loungers . Breakfast was adequate served every morning by the same cheery friendly staff .You can order an omelette or fried eggs and bacon or help yourself to the cold buffet. At night time there are a good selection of cocktails at a reasonable price. The hotel is a 3 star and is priced accordingly in a good location with helpful friendly staff it was adequate for what we required.

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“Overpriced and in need of improvements ”

Not a cheap hotel yet the cleanliness levels were very poor. I stayed here for 3 nights in room 115. The room was dusty, floor dirty, bathroom not cleaned properly and the neighbours were easily heard. The continental breakfast was ok apart from the disgusting juice bottles with gunk around the l... more

Not a cheap hotel yet the cleanliness levels were very poor. I stayed here for 3 nights in room 115. The room was dusty, floor dirty, bathroom not cleaned properly and the neighbours were easily heard. The continental breakfast was ok apart from the disgusting juice bottles with gunk around the lid and opening. The egg and bacon I ordered from the menu one morning were awful. The staff seemed inconvenienced by customers and 5-6 staff just stood around the bar talking every morning rather than serving customers, I had to call them over or approach them. The plus points were the pool, sun terrace with sun beds and parking. They don't even offer drinks service from the terrace, you have to go to the bar to order and they bring it out. The night security man was a friendly chap although he'd been drinking heavily as I could smell it on his breath. I wouldn't stay here again, this place could be amazing with some improvements!

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“Really not bad at all!”

I arrived at the hotel in the afternoon having driven from Rome, so it was a long drive. I had assumed (wrongly) that parking was included in the package, but I found out upon checking in that I would have to pay for each day. Anyway, it was a minor setback. The reception area is on the top floo... more

I arrived at the hotel in the afternoon having driven from Rome, so it was a long drive. I had assumed (wrongly) that parking was included in the package, but I found out upon checking in that I would have to pay for each day. Anyway, it was a minor setback. The reception area is on the top floor (ground level) and the rooms are on the floors below. The check in was quite smooth. The staff were friendly and I was keen to get to my room, drop my luggage and explore! The room was okay. Simple, but functional. Bed, desk, cupboard, bedside tables; the basics. The bathroom was fine too. Again, nothing exceptional. I wasn't here to stay in the room, however, so it was fine. Actually, I don't think I spent much of my waking hours in the room t all. I was here to explore and enjoy Sorrento. As such, it was ideal. The location is great as it's just a few minutes walk to all the action! Breakfast was included in my package and I have to say, I really enjoyed breakfast. It wasn't lavish, but it was enough. The chef knew how to make an omelette! It was perfectly cooked, something so rare to find in a hotel. I did compliment him on it too! Coffee was great as you would expect. The view was magnificent and if you arrived at the right time, you had the best view! There is a swimming pool on the same level; well a few steps up, but visible from the dining area. It has the same view too, of the sea. It wasn't too busy. I really liked the hotel for its location, breakfast and ambience. The staff all seemed friendly and welcoming which was nice. The only downside was my air condition was always too low and I couldn't get the room to be cool enough. I did mention in on the second night (my last night), but when I went to bed, it seemed to be the same. I do like a cool room to sleep in, so my sleep wasn't the best. Maybe it's just me, but I would have liked it to be cooler in the room. Other than that, it was a nice hotel. Would I stay here again? Probably, but I wouldn't park there and I would make sure the room was cool!

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