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Amalfi Coast Overview
The Amalfi Coast, located on the southern side of the Sorrentine Peninsula, is the most well known resort town of the region. This stretch of coastline begins from Positano and extends to Vietri sul Mare, almost reaching the Isle of Capri.
It is known for its rugged terrain, breathtaking views, natural beauty, and vibrant colors. Until the 40km main road, known as the Amalfitana, was built, the Lattari Mountains made the Amalfi Coast nearly inaccessible. It was once a maritime republic of 70,000 rivaling Pisa, Genoa, and Venice; it is now filled with small fishing villages that are clustered along the front face of the mountains while villas, churches, and corner shops climb up the mountain slopes.
Like many cities in Italy, the Amalfi Coast is full of museums that proudly showcase an ancient Roman and Greek influenced heritage and culture. Sightseeing around most towns can be done on foot, buses, rail links, car hires, Vespas, or boat services. Chartering a boat is perfect for a picnic on the beach along the coastline. Make sure to check out the little cove near De Filippo’s island
Leading Hotels of the World in the Amalfi Coast
Hotel Santa Caterina
Overview
The elegant Hotel Santa Caterina, a superb, privately owned retreat in a stunning location. It is stylish and luxurious with service to match. The hotel is situated at the summit of an extensive property, which begins along the Amalfi Drive and tumbles down to the water on a series of bougainvillea cascades, with vast lemon and orange groves covering numerous natural terraces. All guest rooms have air conditioning, telephone, refrigerator, hair dryer, satellite television, and a private terrace. The suites are the most striking of all, each fully equipped with a Jacuzzi and hand-painted ceramic tiles
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria
Overview
Owned by the Fiorentino family since 1834, and still operated by its descendents living in Sorrento, the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria is poised where it is said one of the villas of the Roman Emperor Augustus once stood. This renowned five-star luxurious hotel is perched atop the cliffs, commanding a spectacular view of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Beautiful, lush private gardens and a five-acre orange grove surround the hotel providing a peaceful and natural environment exclusive to the guests. Its gates open into the main square of Sorrento. Refined guest accommodations evoke the atmosphere of a gracious private home, furnished with authentic period furniture. The elegantly furnished suites include, among others, the famous Pompeii Suite, the world-known Enrico Caruso Suite, the luxurious Imperial Suite and the impressive Princess Margaret Suite. A private lift takes guests down to the port where they can take the public hydrofoil for excursions to Capri, Ischia and Naples
Grand Hotel Quisisana
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Originally built as a sanatorium in 1845 by Scottish doctor George Clark, the Quisisana became a quaint pensione in 1868. Today, it is a prestigious luxury hotel in the heart of town, just a few steps from the Piazzetta. Surrounded by its own enchanting gardens, the Quisisana is fully air-conditioned and offers the most up-to-date conveniences and comforts, while maintaining its classic style. Terraces overlook the sea and gardens. Traditional and elegantly furnished accommodations each offer satellite television, mini-bar, personal safe, and direct-dial telephone. Some also feature whirlpool baths
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Le Sirenuse
Overview
The Style of Le Sirenuse hotel is very unique. The Sersale family lives and entertains in the hotel and keeps it very much still as it were their private home. The architecture is Moorish baroque, typical of the area, with white washed walls, arched and vaulted ceilings and hand made tiles on the floors. Old paintings and prints are hanging on the walls and antiques and period furniture are decorating the many living rooms and all the rooms
Capri Palace Hotel & Spa
Overview
Set in Anacapri, the most exclusive and unspoiled part of the island, Capri Palace Hotel & Spa offers breathtaking views over the Bay of Naples and the islands of Ischia and Procida. A recent refurbishment program has lent the hotel the classical grace of an ancient palazzo caprese. Columns, arches, and vaulted ceilings blend appealingly with Louis XVI period furniture. The 150-square-meter rooftop penthouse Megaron Suite boasts a hanging garden and private swimming pool and rooms with private gardens and plunge pools feature the utmost in privacy
Hotel Caruso
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Situated 350 meters above the sea, perched on a cliff, Ravello commands the ultimate panorama over the Amalfi Coast, a magical location that the French poet, André Gide, evecatively described as "nearer to the sky than to the shore". Since the end of the 19th century, Hotel Caruso has captivated travelers with its grace and charm. Completely renovated in 2005, its stunning location, breathtaking views, spectacular frescoes, vaulted terrace and magnificent rooms and suites are the perfect setting for an unforgettable holiday. Most rooms have a terrace, balcony or private garden overlooking the sea. Enrico Caruso, Margot Fonteyn, Humphrey Bogart and Jackie Kennedy were just a few of the illustrious guests who have signed the hotel's Golden Book. Since the early 50's, Ravello has hosted the celebrated Wagnerian Music Festival in the grounds of Villa Rufolo, to commemorate the composer's love for Ravello and the inspiration for the second act of Parsifal.
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