Caruso, A Belmond Hotel
An Amalfi dream.
You’d be forgiven for thinking that Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast is suspended in a heavenly realm, somewhere between the sea and the sky. Set into the cliff edge in Ravello, around 350m above sea level over tiered groves of lemons and olive vines, it’s your private balcony over the Mediterranean.
Between sea and sky.
Originally built in the 11th century, Caruso, A Belmond Hotel boasts all the worldly luxuries anyone could desire. Vibrant frescoed salons play neighbour to stone vaults adorned with arches and chandeliers. Marbled hallways lead to rooms brimming with antiques and paintings by old masters.
Make it stand out.
Inside, 50 rooms have been lovingly restored to their ancient Neapolitan glory. Expect hand-crafted terracotta floors and Naples-yellow walls adorned with neo-classical antiques. Fresh flowers and stunning coastline vistas complete the experience.
Infinity and beyond.
Liberate mind, body and soul at the Wellness Centre. Meander down the rose arbour to the infinity pool. Its an architectural triumph that seemingly extends straight into the ocean.
Piece of paradise.
From Belmond Hotel Caruso, Ravello is yours to explore. Spend an afternoon wandering the lush lemon terraces. Perhaps find a bird’s eye view over the Amalfi Coast by helicopter. Take the hotel’s traditional wooden boat, Ercole, to Positano, or drive to Roman Pompeii.
It’s testament to Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast that when guests come to depart they have a tear in their eye. The only affliction here is ever having to leave this piece of paradise.