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Are you looking for a villa or Sorrento holiday apartments? You've come to the right place! Here at Hundredrooms you can find all of the available offers in one place from the web! Compare prices, find the cheapest summer rentals in Sorrento and book now, saving up to 40% on your Sorrento home! The Sorrento peninsula is one of Italy’s national treasures - it is an enchanting space that is both colourful and adorned with luscious gardens. You won’t forget a holiday in Sorrento - immerse yourself in its azure landscapes and unique atmosphere. Look for villas in Sorrento Italy for rent overlooking the sea to enjoy a magnificent place which is loved by artists of all ages. This is a town that is full of smiling locals and is rich in history and culture. It also benefits from access to the nearby Amalfi Coast, and you can also find transport to the likes of Rome and Tuscany. With Hundredrooms you will be able to find the cheapest self catering apartments in Sorrento on the web. So what now? Just let us know the number of people and dates of your trip to Sorrento. In a few moments we can show you all the offers of the web of houses for rent. Filter them according to your favourite services: villas with pools, by the sea, with WIFI and much more. Compare prices and find the perfect solution for you - and that’s it! With a few clicks you can book your villa in Sorrento with a private pool and prepare for your holiday in this paradise of Campania. So, are you ready to go? In the meantime, let Hundredrooms find you a holiday rental!

Places to stay in Sorrento

Sorrento is a beautiful town with a whole range of holiday accommodation for you to choose from - the issue for you might be choosing where in order to guarantee that you find cheap accommodation in Sorrento, Italy.

  • Centre: Holiday homes in the centre of Sorrento are among the favourite of tourists who choose the Sorrento Peninsula every year as their holiday destination. Among historic buildings, craft shops and typical restaurants, the historic centre of Sorrento is the perfect place to stay for an authentic experience. It is compact, easy to walk around and contains some of the most important points of interest such as Piazza Tasso which is a meeting point for a coffee or an aperitif. Nearby is also the Corso Italia and the alleys of the historic centre. Among one of the most characteristic streets is the Via San Cesareo, with a multitude of craft shops and the legendary Sedil Dominova. Accommodation in the centre will allow you to stay close to all of these amenities Not bad, right?
  • Seafront: Those looking for an apartment by the sea in Sorrento must refer to the area that includes Piazza della Vittoria and the Villa Comunale. However, we are close to the centre and the prices are more or less on the same level, even for serviced apartments. This area is perfect to enjoy the sea in all its aspects: you will be close to the city beaches and the most beautiful panoramic terraces, where you can admire the sea from a unique and unforgettable perspective!
  • Marina Grande: Passing under the ancient gateway to the city, from the centre, you get to Marina Grande. The holiday rentals here have lower prices than those in the centre and promenade and will allow you to stay in an old fishing village, be close to local restaurants and delightful seaside.
  • Marina Piccola: This is the area of ​​Sorrento where the port stands. If you plan to visit Capri or explore the coast of Campania by sea, then it could be a convenient place to stay. Also called Marina di Capo Cervo, from the name of the promontory that dominates it, Marina Piccola is located at the mouth of the Vallone dei Mulini and is one of the most equipped areas for tourism, with a good availability of housing.

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When to visit Sorrento

You can travel to Sorrento at any time of year - whether that’s a spring weekend, during Christmas holidays or the summer, Sorrento is always a wonderful place to visit and offers something to do for everyone. In the summer, the demand clearly increases and with this, as do the prices. If you’re interested in enjoying the sea and places to swim in the area, we advise you to avoid the high season when the beaches and roads are crowded, which makes moving along the coast particularly complicated. In the off-season, you can also save. Holiday apartments in Sorrento in September are on average 30% cheaper that in the summer. To fully discover the traditions of Sorrento, a good idea could be to travel during Holy Week with the Good Friday processions among the religious and traditional events most felt by the local population. Also during the Christmas period when the city is lit up and animated by traditional nativity scenes, this is a real highlight of local traditions and could be a good time to visit.

Things to see in Sorrento in 5 days

Sorrento stands on a headland overlooking the sea, in a position which is much like a natural balcony overlooking the Gulf, with a view of Naples, and the silhouette of both Vesuvius and Capri. The white houses stand out against the deep blue of the sea, and is an image you are bound to remember of your holiday in Sorrento. This is a city with an important history and beauty that has inspired by songs and poems from over the centuries. For your holidays, Sorrento is the perfect solution. You can start each day by discovering the local wonders of the Amalfi Coast which is a stone’s throw away, or the archeological sites of Pompeii Herculaneum - walking through the centre and the waterfront, you will come across some of the points of interest that are not to be missed:

  • Beaches: The beaches of Sorrento are characterised by incredible rocks and clear waters. With many small gravel coves equipped with beaches with the best services, you will find some wonderful hidden coves by exploring a little and finding oases. One of the best known is the Conca Azzurra which is a pebble beach located near Massa Lubrense and is total paradise.
  • Queen Giovanna Baths: A pristine bathing spot. It seems that the Italian queen went on holiday between 1371 and 1453 in this place - a spot which is only reachable by walking along a narrow road that starts from the head of Sorrento. It is a dive into history and a wonderful place that is not to be missed during your holidays.
  • Piazza Tasso and Corso Italia: Piazza Tasso is the main square of Sorrento, and is one of the most important landmarks of Sorrento. It is named after Torquato Tasso, who was an illustrious citizen of Sorrento. A café in the square is the most typical in these parts, and here are buildings such as the Casa Correale and the Church of Santa Maria del Carmine. From here, then, we leave for a walk on Corso Italia, the main street of Sorrento, among bars, shops and many people.
  • Villa Comunale: Just a few steps from Piazza Tasso you will find this small villa with a breathtaking view. You can take an elevator that will take you directly to Marina Piccola.
  • San Francesco Cloister: This is next to the Villa Comunale, for what is one of the obligatory stops in Sorrento. It is part of the homonymous church and is made up of splendid arcades of arches. It is unmissable.
  • Duomo di Sorrento (Cathedral): We are right in the historic centre for what is the most important place of worship in Sorrento. Do not miss a visit to the Cathedral, with its Baroque style and its works of art of great value. Moreover, from Corso Italia it is possible to see its majestic bell tower with its ceramic clock dating back to the 18th century.
  • Seat Dominova: In via San Cesareo you will come across a building as beautiful as it is of historical importance. Built as a meeting place for the nobles, during a particularly complex period, it contains a spectacular fresco which depicts the emblem of the city.
  • Museo Correale di Terranova: This is a must for anyone on holiday in Sorrento and is a museum of three floors and twenty-four rooms contains a large amount of works and testimonies of the history of the Kingdom of Naples.
  • Museo della Tarsia Lignea: A museum in the heart of the ancient city, which displays a large amount of furniture and objects of typical Sorrento craftsmanship. A Bottega Museum, as defined by its founder, architect Alessandro Fiorentino.
  • Basilica di Sant'Antonino in Sorrento: Sant'Antonio is the patron saint of Sorrento, who protects the city., In addition to this Basilica, also numerous miracles have been attributed to this saint. It is a beautiful church and at the entrance of the basilica there are two cetacean bones, to remember the prodigy of Saint Anthony who once saved a child who had been swallowed by a whale.
  • Vallone dei Mulini: Located just behind the square, on the opposite side to the port. It is a deep precipice and is the result of an ancient earthquake, where you can still see the remains of an ancient mill, now one with nature.

Limoncello and other food from Sorrento

Arriving in Sorrento and walking through its streets, you will be struck by the presence, more or less everywhere, of the typical fruit of the area: the Lemon of Sorrento. They are large and are characterised by a unique perfume. In addition to being used in cooking and the rind being used for pastry, they are also used to make Limoncello. The raw materials that are used from the fruit of this land are incredible - there is olive oil, citrus fruits and Sorrento walnuts. Typical dishes include the likes of Gnocchi alla sorrentina, Spaghetti alla Nerano with zucchini, parmesan and provolone del monaco which are typical cheeses of the area, and the Cannoli alla sorrentina. With lemons like this you must also try the typical desserts of the region such as the Delizie al limone which is truly a treat.