Grand Hotel Cocumella
Sorrento, Campania, Italy
Set on the Sorrento Peninsula with panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples, Grand Hotel Cocumella is the region's oldest five-star hotel, dating back to 1637. Originally a Jesuit residence, it began welcoming travelers in 1777 and has hosted notable guests like Goethe, Mary Shelley, Hans Christian Andersen and Sigmund Freud during their Grand Tours. Surrounded by citrus groves and gardens, the hotel offers guests a chance to experience its storied past amid modern amenities.
Whether you're a history enthusiast eager to follow in the footsteps of literary giants or a couple seeking a romantic escape along the Amalfi Coast, this historic retreat provides a unique and memorable stay.
Rooms and suites
Grand Hotel Cocumella offers 46 individually designed rooms and suites, each reflecting Mediterranean elegance. Classic Rooms feature vaulted ceilings and antique furnishings, suited for guests who appreciate traditional decor. Deluxe Rooms provide a balance of historical elements and contemporary amenities. The spacious Junior Suites offer views of the gardens or sea, ideal for those seeking additional space. For a truly unique stay, the Historic Suites, where notable guests once resided, boast frescoed ceilings and unique architectural details.
Each room showcases antique majolica tiles, marble bathrooms, and handcrafted Sorrentine inlaid furniture. Guests can enjoy views over the Gulf of Naples or the ancient gardens, adding to the hotel's strong sense of heritage and place.
Amenities and experiences
Three venues offer Mediterranean and fusion cuisine — Scintilla serves gourmet dishes, L'Agrumeto offers wood-fired pizzas under orange trees and Coku features fusion cuisine at Italy's first Robata restaurant.
Spa with massages, treatments and a sauna.
Semi-Olympic outdoor pool in the gardens.
Private beach and solarium accessed via ancient caves or elevator, with views of the Gulf.
Gym with equipment and a tennis court among the gardens.
Sail the Amalfi Coast on the historic ketch Vera 1880, with private charters available.
Gardens with over a thousand plant species, including citrus groves and exotic flora.
Traditional Sorrentine cooking classes using fresh ingredients from the organic garden.
Ancient Jesuit church and historic library within the hotel.
Personalized assistance during your stay.
How to get here
Located on the Sorrento Peninsula, about an hour's drive from Naples International Airport (NAP), Grand Hotel Cocumella is conveniently accessible. Private transfers can be arranged upon request. The hotel is close to Positano (approximately 35 minutes by car) and Amalfi (about an hour's drive), making it ideal for day trips. Historical sites like Pompeii and Herculaneum are within 30 to 40 minutes by car. The islands of Capri, Ischia and Procida are accessible via ferry or private boat, including excursions on the hotel's own sailing ketch, Vera 1880.
