Grand Hotel La Sonrisa, Sant'Antonio Abate

Grand Hotel La Sonrisa - An 18th-century villa hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool, Italian dining, and Baroque decor

This opulently decorated 5-star hotel occupies an 18th-century villa at the foot of the Lattari Mountains, featuring wall-to-wall gilded decor, patterned tiles, and frescoed ceilings. The 45 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi, air conditioning, premium bedding, and 24-hour room service, with many units offering balconies with mountain views and large bathrooms with jetted tubs. A free buffet breakfast with continental fare and hot items is served daily, while the restaurant specializes in classic Italian cuisine and Campania region specialties. Recreational facilities include a seasonal outdoor pool with hydromassage, waterfalls, and sculptures, surrounded by greenery-filled grounds with bougainvillea, palm trees, and fountains. The property is 4.5 miles from Shrine of the Virgin of the Rosary of Pompei and 25 miles from Capodichino airport, with valet parking available. Additional amenities at Grand Hotel La Sonrisa include a 24-hour front desk, concierge services, babysitting, and two meeting rooms. Guests can enjoy espresso-based drinks and cocktails at the bar off the lobby or at outdoor terraces.

Pros

The property features an 18th-century villa with Baroque decor including frescoed ceilings and chandeliers

Many rooms offer balconies with mountain views and jetted tubs in bathrooms

Free cooked-to-order breakfast and classic Italian cuisine served onsite

Seasonal outdoor pool includes hydromassage, waterfalls, and classical sculptures

Complimentary valet parking and roundtrip airport shuttle service

Cons

The seasonal outdoor pool is not available year-round

Some restaurant and pool areas may be reserved for wedding events