Where cliffside glamour meets slow Italian summer.
Sunkissed cliffs, cobalt waters, vintage Riva boats and linen-draped lunches overlooking the sea — Amalfi and Capri are where Italian glamour slows into something softer, quieter, and impossibly cinematic. This guide curates the most luxurious stays, restaurants, beach clubs and hidden moments worth flying for.
Where to Stay
Perched dramatically above the water on a series of sculpted terraces, Borgo Santandrea feels like a private Mediterranean hideaway designed for those who appreciate quiet glamour. Recently restored with exquisite detail, the hotel blends mid-century Italian elegance with fresh coastal brightness—think sculptural furniture, hand-tiled floors, curated ceramics, and sunlit lounges that flow seamlessly toward the sea.
Each of the 45 rooms and suites is individually designed, many with panoramic glass walls that frame the horizon like artwork. Expect plush linens, bespoke Italian furnishings, and a colour palette inspired by Amalfi’s blues, whites and creams.
Down a dramatic cliffside path (or private elevator), the hotel opens onto its exclusive sandy cove—a rarity on this part of the coast—complete with wooden jetties, loungers, and a peaceful beach club atmosphere. It feels worlds away from the crowds, a quiet luxury sanctuary where the soundtrack is waves, not traffic.
Dining is a highlight:
- Alici serves elegant, seafood-forward dishes on an open-air terrace.
- La Libreria offers an intimate tasting menu experience surrounded by antique books and soft candlelight.
- Aperitivo hour unfolds across tiered gardens with views that seem to float above the sea.
Service is polished yet warm, with a focus on tailoring stays to each guest—private boat trips, coastal hikes, wine tastings or simply a day spent drifting between pool, terrace and sea.
If you want a hotel that combines design-led sophistication with the softness and serenity of true coastal living, Borgo Santandrea is the epitome of modern Mediterranean luxury.
🛥️ THE AMALFI COAST — A RIBBON OF SUNLIGHT & SEA
The Amalfi Coast is only 50km long, but every curve reveals a new village, new story and new shade of blue. The most iconic stops are Positano, Amalfi, Ravello and Praiano — each with its own personality.
🌸 POSITANO — THE GLAMOUR POSTCARD
If the Amalfi Coast had a cover girl, this would be her.
Colorful cliffside houses cascade down toward a sparkling shoreline, boutiques spill out into winding alleyways, and there’s a soft hum of glamour everywhere — flowing linen dresses, beach bags, bronzed skin, the works.
✨ Best Things to Do in Positano
- Spiaggia Grande: The famous umbrella-studded beach — the moment you arrive, you’ll recognise it from a thousand postcards.
- Private Boat Charter: The best day you’ll have. Swim in hidden caves, visit the Emerald Grotto, glide beneath cliff arches, sip rosé at sea.
- Sunset at Le Sirenuse: The Champagne & Oyster Bar is pure magic.
- Shopping: Handmade sandals, Italian linen, ceramics, Positano perfumes.
- Path of the Gods Hike: A scenic cliffside trail with unreal views.
- Breakfast at Casa e Bottega: Healthy, dreamy, fresh.
Where to Eat
- La Sponda (Le Sirenuse): Michelin-star candlelit romance.
- Da Vincenzo: Iconic Positano dining, warm and delicious.
- Il Capitano: Cliffside seafood heaven.
🕊️ AMALFI — HISTORY MEETS THE SEA
Amalfi is a living postcard — medieval stone lanes, lemon groves, ancient churches and a gentle, relaxed atmosphere.
✨ Best Things to Do in Amalfi
- Duomo di Sant’Andrea: A breathtaking staircase leading to a cathedral with Moorish influences.
- Lemon Tour & Tasting: This is the birthplace of real limoncello.
- Paper Museum: Discover the 700-year paper-making tradition.
- Beach Club Hopping: Especially Lido delle Sirene.
Where to Eat
- Sensi Restaurant: Modern, elegant, Michelin-recommended.
- Eolo: Intimate with unreal sea views.
🌺 RAVELLO — THE HILLTOP DREAM
Ravello sits above the sea, peaceful, romantic, artful — a secret world of gardens and terraces suspended between sky and water.
✨ Best Things to Do in Ravello
- Villa Cimbrone: The Terrace of Infinity is one of Italy’s most breathtaking viewpoints.
- Villa Rufolo: Medieval architecture + flowering gardens.
- Ravello Festival: Outdoor concerts overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.
- Palazzo Avino Lunch: Refined, pink accents, iconic.
🌅 PRAIANO — THE LOCAL GEM
Less busy than Positano, but just as beautiful.
✨ Best Things to Do in Praiano
- Marina di Praia: A hidden cove perfect for swimming.
- Fiordo di Furore: Dramatic arch bridge + emerald water.
- Il Pirata Restaurant: Built into the rocks. Pure Amalfi perfection.
💙 CAPRI — THE JEWEL OF THE MEDITERRANEAN
Capri is glamorous, dramatic, cinematic — and surprisingly wild. Sharp cliffs rising from turquoise water, designer boutiques, ancient Roman villas, and sunsets that look airbrushed.
🌊 Top Things To Do in Capri
1. The Blue Grotto
Enter a glowing sapphire cave where the water lights up neon blue — a surreal, magical moment.
2. Chairlift to Monte Solaro
A peaceful solo chairlift floating above Capri’s cliffs. Zero noise. Just sky and sea.
3. Via Camerelle Shopping
Chic boutiques — Valentino, Fendi, Miu Miu — mixed with artisanal Capri ateliers.
4. Gardens of Augustus
Terraces overlooking the Faraglioni Rocks. Incredibly photogenic.
5. Beach Clubs
- La Fontelina: Classic Capri glamour (likely the most Instagrammed place on the island).
- Il Riccio: Michelin-star beach club with an iconic dessert room.
- Lido del Faro: Best for sunset swims and cocktails.
6. Boat Tour Around the Island
The best way to see Capri’s limestone arches, secret grottos & glittering coves.
🍝 WHAT TO EAT (AND WHERE)
Local Dishes to Try
- Spaghetti alla Nerano — creamy courgette pasta.
- Scialatielli ai Frutti di Mare — fresh Amalfi seafood pasta.
- Pezzogna (local fish) — simple, grilled, perfect.
- Delizie al Limone — lemon sponge cakes filled with dreamy cream.
Restaurant Highlights
- Da Paolino (Capri): Dinner under lemon trees = unforgettable.
- Conca del Sogno (Nerano): The chicest boat-in lunch experience.
- Il Riccio (Capri): Come hungry. Leave euphoric.
- Chez Black (Positano): Classic and fun.
- Franco’s Bar: The sunset spot.
🏨 WHERE TO STAY (AFFILIATE-FRIENDLY DESCRIPTIONS)
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Positano
- Le Sirenuse — boutique elegance with iconic sea views; every detail curated.
- Il San Pietro — a cliffside masterpiece with private elevators to the beach.
- Villa Franca — chic, modern, rooftop pool heaven.
Capri
- JK Place Capri — one of Italy’s most luxurious stays; flawless design.
- Capri Palace Jumeirah — serene and stylish with a world-famous spa.
- La Scalinatella — intimate, exclusive, old-world beauty.
Ravello
- Belmond Hotel Caruso — infinity pool suspended above the coastline.
- Palazzo Avino — pastel pink perfection with top-tier dining.
🗺️ HOW LONG TO STAY
- Amalfi Coast: 3–5 nights
- Capri: 2–3 nights
- Combined itinerary: 6–7 nights (perfect balance)
✨ THE PERFECT AMALFI COAST + CAPRI ITINERARY (7 DAYS)
Day 1 — Arrive in Positano
Check in, wander, gelato, golden hour drinks.
Day 2 — Positano Beach & Shopping
Relax, explore boutiques, sunset dinner.
Day 3 — Boat Day
Secret coves → Amalfi → Conca del Sogno for lunch → swim stops.
Day 4 — Ravello
Gardens, rooftop cocktails, slow afternoon.
Day 5 — Explore Amalfi
Cathedral, lemon groves, paper museum.
Day 6 — Ferry to Capri
Chairlift to Monte Solaro → Gardens of Augustus → Via Camerelle.
Day 7 — Capri Beach Club Day
La Fontelina or Il Riccio → sunset → farewell dinner under the lemon trees.