Hotel Cerere
Beach club with complimentary shuttle, sunbeds and parasol Stylish, design-led hotel with manicured gardens American lounge bar for aperitivi and after-dinner drinks Peaceful, secluded atmosphere away from the crowds Car hire included to explore Paestum, Cilento and Sorrento Free Wi-Fi throughout
Overview
Just a tranquil stroll from its own beach club, Hotel Cerere is a chic 4-star escape on the unspoilt Cilento coast. Expect a sleek modern pool framed by palms, an elegant restaurant overlooking manicured gardens, and an American-style lounge bar that keeps evenings suitably atmospheric. With the Archaeological Park of Paestum close by and car hire included, you can mix lazy beach days with easy day trips along one of Italy’s most authentic stretches of coastline.
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Map & location
Paestum (Cilento), Sorrento Area, Italy
Set on the quieter Cilento stretch of the Sorrento Area, Hotel Cerere gives you a relaxed base within easy reach of Paestum’s ancient Greek temples and miles of sandy coastline. Pine woods surround the area, lending a coastal-country feel, while the hotel’s beach club sits about 600m away, reached by a complimentary shuttle.
Use your included car hire to drive the 4.7km to the Archaeological Park of Paestum, head 5.5km to Paestum train station for links north, or venture 80km up the coast to Sorrento for a classic day out on the Bay of Naples.
- Approx. transfer time from airport 1 hour 30 minutes from Naples Airport (NAP)
Facilities
Pool & outdoors
The centrepiece of Hotel Cerere is its outdoor freshwater pool, open seasonally (usually 01 May–30 October). Framed by palms and lawns, it offers sunbeds, parasols and hammocks for lazy afternoons in the Campanian sun. Pool towels are available for a small local charge.
When you fancy the sea, head to the hotel’s own beach club about 600m away. A complimentary shuttle runs between the property and the club, where sunbeds and a parasol are included, giving you an easy base for swimming, sunbathing and sunset strolls along the sand.
Spa, sports & wellness
Hotel Cerere is designed for slow, easy days rather than high-octane activity. There’s a laid-back garden setting, spacious public areas and a concierge-style reception to help with restaurant reservations, local tips and day trips.
Facilities include:
• Stylish lobby and lounge spaces
• Reception with concierge service and luggage storage
• Restaurant with highchairs and a kids’ menu
• Certified Sustainable Hotel credentials as part of a greener travel approach
While there’s no dedicated spa or gym on site, the included car hire makes it easy to drive to nearby wellness centres, coastal walks and cultural sites like Paestum’s temples for a different kind of wellbeing fix.
Activities
Hotel Cerere is all about unwinding and exploring at your own pace rather than a packed activities schedule. Typical experiences include:
? Relaxed days by the pool or at the beach club
? Walks through nearby pine woods and along the coast
?️ Self-guided visits to the Archaeological Park of Paestum (approx. 4.7km away)
? Scenic drives along the Cilento and Sorrento coastline using your included hire car
Organised entertainment is limited, helping preserve the peaceful atmosphere – ideal if you prefer quiet nights, local dinners and early starts for sightseeing.
Guest services
Hotel Cerere focuses on attentive, low-key service:
?️ Reception with concierge-style assistance
? Luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures
? Cots available on request (local charge, subject to availability)
?️ Restaurant with highchairs and kids’ menu
? Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel approach supporting more responsible stays
There is no pool bar; drinks are ordered at the lounge bar, and having them brought to the pool incurs a small local delivery charge.
Food & drink
The hotel’s elegant à la carte restaurant focuses on Italian and local Cilento flavours, with fresh seafood, seasonal produce and classic pasta dishes. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served here, and there’s a kids’ menu and highchairs for younger guests. A smart-casual dress code applies, and beachwear is not permitted inside.
The American-style lounge bar is open from morning until late evening (approx. 09:00–23:30), ideal for espresso, aperitivi or a nightcap. Note there is no separate pool bar – drinks are ordered at the lounge bar, and delivery to the pool area carries a small local charge.
Board choices include Bed and Breakfast or Half Board, giving you the option to dine in or discover local trattorie nearby. Opening times and inclusions may vary seasonally; always check the latest details on arrival. What All Inclusive typically includes.
Rooms
Elegance Room
Sleeps: Minimum 2, Maximum 3
Bright and contemporary, Elegance Rooms balance clean-lined décor with warm touches. Many feature a balcony for morning coffee or an evening glass of local wine. Bathrooms come with a shower, and daily housekeeping keeps everything fresh during your stay.
Key amenities include:
• Flat-screen TV
• Free Wi-Fi
• Safety deposit box
• Balcony (most rooms)
• Fridge
• Hairdryer
• Minibar (local charges apply)
• Bathroom with shower
• Air conditioning
• Daily room cleaning and towel change
*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Some photos may not correspond exactly to the room type booked; size, layout and outlook (garden, pool or surrounding area) can differ. Specific views are chosen when you select your room category at the time of booking.
*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.
More info
Currency: Euro (€)
Language: Italian (English is widely understood in tourist areas)
Local time: GMT+1 (GMT+2 in summer)
Typical flight time from UK to Naples: around 2 hours 45 minutes
Climate: Warm Mediterranean summers, mild springs and autumns – ideal for combining beach time with sightseeing at Paestum’s temples.
Car hire is included with this holiday, and due to the hotel’s relatively secluded location we strongly recommend using it to explore the surrounding region and reach local restaurants and attractions. Private transfers can be arranged as an alternative, but having a car gives you far more flexibility along this stretch of coast.
Cots are available on request for a local charge (subject to availability). Pool and restaurant facilities, opening dates and dress codes may vary by season and are subject to change. Tourist taxes may be payable locally.
For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Italy advice.
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