Remodeled villa with loads of charm and possibly the best views of Naples bay and Mt. Vesuvius. We stayed in Room 18, which had an enormous balcony with lounge chairs and an umbrella table perfect for sipping wine at sunset (or sunrise if you are so inclined). The hotel has a small private beach reached by stairs and an elevator but like much of the coast, it is very rocky so bring water shoes or sandals. Downtown Sorrento is a pleasant 10 minute walk. Its a smallish hotel but with a generous breakfast buffet. you can ignore Rick Steve's comment about indifferent service; the staff was quite pleasant and helpful.

La Tonnarella is a lovely hotel with a character all of its own.
It sits on a hill overlooking the Bay of Naples and the views are sublime.
We had a room with an enormous balcony which was very welcoming after the walk back up the hill to the hotel.
However, it is the amazing staff who make this hotel so special.
I was taken ill during my stay, and two members of staff took my wife and myself to the local hospital in their car, and stayed with my wife whilst I was treated, over a period of several hours - we simply can't thank them enough.
We sincerely hope to return to Sorrento and would not consider staying anywhere else.