SANTA CATERINA HOTEL

AMALFI, ITALY

THE PERSONALITIES

Romantics. Art lovers. Mediterranean dreamers. Couples seeking barefoot luxury. Lovers of la dolce vita. People who still send postcards.

MOMENTS

Breakfast on your balcony as the coast wakes up in pastel light. An elevator ride through terraced citrus groves down to the sea. Floating in a saltwater pool carved into rock. The scent of jasmine and lemon trees. Aperitivo hour overlooking endless blue. Dancing barefoot at a candlelit wedding. Watching boats trace ribbons of white foam across the Tyrrhenian. Long dinners of scialatielli and seafood under a pink sky.

BEST VISITING MONTHS

April through October. May and September are ideal - warm but not crowded, with the gardens in bloom and the coast at its most golden. Summer brings energy and long beach days, while spring and fall offer a gentler pace and quieter beauty.

COST

WHY STAY

There are few places left that embody old-world Italian charm quite like Hotel Santa Caterina. Family-run for over a century, this Belle Époque villa clings to the cliffs just above Amalfi, its whitewashed walls and arched terraces draped in bougainvillea. Here, hospitality is personal, the sea is impossibly blue, and days unfold with Mediterranean ease. Mornings begin with fresh sfogliatella and sun filtering through lemon trees. By afternoon, you're descending glass elevators through terraced gardens to swim in the warm saltwater pool carved right into the rock.

The interiors are a nod to classic Italian romance - hand-painted Vietri tiles, antique furnishings, and balconies that open to sweeping sea views. But it’s not just about looks. There’s a warmth in the way the staff remembers your name, the pace at which meals are served, the gentle way time seems to slow. Santa Caterina is a hotel that holds its history close, but welcomes each guest like part of the family.

WHY WANDER

From this lush cliffside perch, the Amalfi Coast reveals itself in all its cinematic glory. Wander down to Amalfi’s sun-drenched piazzas or set sail to the hidden coves of Capri. Spend the afternoon hiking the Valle delle Ferriere or exploring Ravello’s famed gardens. Drive the legendary coastal road with the top down, stopping at roadside fruit stands and cliffside trattorias.

This is a region made for slow discovery - where every bend reveals another painterly view and every town has its own story. You’re perfectly placed to explore it all, yet removed enough to retreat into peaceful seclusion when you return. Whether you're chasing sunsets on a Vespa, sipping limoncello under the stars, or diving straight into the sea, the Amalfi Coast feels like a dream, and Hotel Santa Caterina makes it feel like home.

INDULGE IN

Fresh grilled fish served steps from the sea. House-made Limoncello infused with Amalfi lemons. The signature Paccheri ai frutti di mare, rich with the flavors of the coast.

GETTING THERE

The hotel is located just outside the town of Amalfi. The nearest major airport is Naples (NAP), about 90 minutes away by car. From Naples, you can hire a private transfer or rent a car for a stunning coastal drive. Alternatively, ferry connections run from Naples or Salerno to Amalfi for a more scenic arrival by sea.

WILD INITIATIVES

While Hotel Santa Caterina’s beauty may appear effortless, it’s underpinned by thoughtful practices. The hotel uses solar energy for water heating, composts organic waste, and maintains terraced gardens that produce herbs, lemons, and vegetables for its kitchens. The commitment to preserving the surrounding ecosystem is subtle but real—reflected in their choice to renovate and restore historic architecture rather than expand into the cliffs.

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