Who's Going
Elton John, Gore Vidal, Tennessee Williams and DH Lawrence
Reason to Stay
Italian Riviera captured in a hillside hideaway
Hotel Type
Luxury Hotel
It's called one of the most beautiful places on earth, but even flattery doesn't seem to do Ravello justice. Just south of Amalfi and Positano in Ravello, the former-Palazzo Sasso has entertained the famous and fabulous of aristocracy and pop culture for more than five centuries. It's a dramatic ascension of hairpin turns to the hilltop town of Ravello. One of the most beautiful places on earth, once you arrive to the Palazzo Avino there will be little doubt why you came. The hotel is perched on one of the most dramatic hillsides on the Amalfi with views that have captivated aristocrats and pop icons for more than five centuries. Today the hotel is hotter than ever attracting one of the most stylish crowds outside of Capri looking for Italian opulence not presented in the form of a chain hotel. This palazzo style tower peers distinguished over the Mediterranean with Moorish balconies and storybook windows. An ornate lobby with charming front desk staff acts like a personal concierge at a private villa. The grassy pool area and formal gardens are terraced down the property, arranged with loungers of fashionable travelers in Etro swimwear and Pucci camisoles sipping fruit-infused water passed throughout the day. The view changes a guest's perspective, replacing the worries of the world with a 220-degree ocean view surprisingly well priced from 330-Euro during high season. The property is graced by an informal cafe in addition to its prized restaurant.
The Room
Guests roam the property with oversize keys that lead the way to opulent and oversize guest rooms. All rooms feature marvelous marble bathroom with steam showers, bathtubs and Bulgari bath products. Most rooms feature Mediterranean views with larger suites boasting ridiculously large patios and terraces. Shutters enclose all windows to ensure quiet, sun-free mornings tucked away in luxurious 800-thread count linens. Rooms offer a creative mini-bar with gourmet chocolates, fine wines and local specialties rightfully impressing travel journalists, honeymoon couples and fickle celebrities on a regular basis.
Preferred Room
junior suite
Special Features
Art Collection Historic Location
Amenities
Restaurant Bar Fitness Center Pool Romantic Location
