We stayed here during our first visit to Ravello. We arrived here by taxi. Ravello is a typical hilltop town, so the roads here are narrow and winding. The appearance and the façade of the hotel is very pretty. The pink colour makes it stand out and in a tasteful fashion. The lobby is open and is elegantly appointed. Our arrival was as smooth as can be. Antonio Ferrara, who helped us throughout our stay was friendly, attentive and most courteous. Antonio never made us feel like we were but paying customers. He really did go out of his way and we really appreciated it. The outdoor plunge pool was fantastic as was the sitting area beside it. We didn’t have the opportunity to visit the indoor pool and spa. The rooms are tastefully appointed and show a lot of character. We always had small welcome treats, a bottle of their local wine (the hotel’s itself, showcasing the strong local ties) and the views from the balcony were breathtaking. The passageways, the restaurants and the décor were all brilliant. The character and the culture was definitely on display. The people responsible for the design definitely deserve considerable credit as the details are evident everywhere. Breakfast is delicious at the Rossellini’s. We didn’t have the opportunity to have dinner here but the menu looked amazing. This is a Michelin starred restaurant. We did dine at the terrace and the bartender was exceptionally skilled. There’s a private clubhouse by the sea around 10 minutes away by shuttle. I have to confess, we didn’t have anywhere near as much time to explore this hotel as we would’ve liked as we were busy exploring Ravello, and the town centre is a five minute walk from the hotel, as is the Villa Rufolo. However, both hubby and I have made up our minds to return and spend a good few days at this establishment and in this town. It has the makings of a perfect getaway. Lastly, we would also like to thank the effervescent Claudia along with Antonio for making our stay memorable. Grazie mille!
