Hotel Villa dei D'Armiento Sant'Agnello, Sorrento

Set in lush Mediterranean gardens, in the heart of the Sorrentine Peninsula and just minutes away from the historic seaside resort of Sorrento, Villa D'Armiento was originally the private home of the D'Armiento family, a splendid Liberty style residence which, in recent years and after attentive restoration, has been transformed into one of the Sorrentine Peninsula's most elegant hotels.

Villa D'Armiento has all the features of Sorrento's luxurious 19th century villas. From the entrance lobby to the bedrooms, each and every detail contributes to the hotel's strikingly authentic old world glamour, each and every room and corridor embellished with the traditional artisan crafted wood furnishings, typical of Sorrento, Murano glass chandeliers, floors in hand painted majolica and a stunning collection of artistic terracotta vases.

Villa dei D'Armiento provides spacious guest accommodation in individually appointed Superior, Deluxe and Junior Suites, all of which reflect the elegant Liberty style of the building. Wireless internet connectivity, latex mattresses, air conditioning and a well stocked mini bar are standard amenities in all room categories. Intimate and welcoming retreats, the light-filled rooms measure from 22sqm to 42sqm. The majority of rooms open out on to their own private balcony or terrace.

If there is a place which captures the essence of Villa dei D'Armiento better than any other it has to be the property's gorgeous subtropical garden, its 4000sqm home to a spectacular display of palm trees, cactus, camellias and, of course, Sorrento's legendary citrus trees. Here, amidst the colors and scents of the garden, there is a swimming pool where guests while away the time of day, enjoying peaceful hours dedicated to total relaxation. For sea lovers, the beach of Sant'Agnello is a mere 50meters away from the hotel.

In the morning, the generous buffet of sweet and savory delicacies fills the light-filled breakfast room overlooking the garden with the perfumes typical of the Sorrentine Peninsula. During the day, a variety of tasty snacks are served by the pool or on the panoramic terrace overlooking the Bay of Naples, where guests often linger until evening falls: the perfect time to partake in a sunset aperitif. On request, Hotel Villa dei D'Armiento gardens and gazebo provide exclusive outdoor venues for intimate wedding receptions, banquets, meetings and seminars.

Three good reasons

1. The charm of an aristocratic Liberty style villa on the Sorrentine Peninsula.
2. The swimming pool immersed in the peace and quiet of a splendid Mediterranean garden.
3. The combination of family style hospitality and the services of a grand hotel.