This is a small bead and breakfast hotel with 5-6 rooms. It’s located in the heart of Sorrento on the Via Academia, one of the many narrow streets comprising Sorrento’s city center. It is less than a 10 minute walk to the Sorrento lift, which provides easy access to the marina and its ferry landing. This is important if you plan to take ferries to and from Naples, Capri, the Amalfi Coast or Rome.
The hotel itself occupies the second floor of one of the many mixed residential/commercial buildings and is reached by an elevator - important in getting luggage up from the street. It’s clean, with a very comfortable vibe. A fantastic terrace covered with an awning and festooned with plants opens off of the common area. Breakfast is served daily in the commons, with tables for dining on the terrace.
The staff is small and pleasant, though unobtrusive. Coming home from a shopping trip or dinner feels like coming home.
Situated as it is in the city center, Academia 39 is within 10-15 minutes walking distance of literally dozens of dining options, from street side cafes with only 2-3 tables to much larger restaurants. All have outdoor dining options, allowing you to enjoy the lively foot traffic that fills the streets throughout the day and late into the evening.
I highly recommend Academia 39 to anyone wishing to experience Sorrento’s vibrant city center!