Hotel Santa Caterina is a timeless haven of elegance on Italy’s Amalfi Coast

Hotel Santa Caterina, located on the picturesque Amalfi Coast of Italy, is a renowned luxury hotel known for its stunning location, exceptional service, and timeless elegance. Nestled on a cliffside overlooking the azure waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, the hotel offers breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere for an unforgettable stay.

Hotel Santa Caterina has been, and still is, a private home by the sea used by generations of guests. Over the last century, from the Grand Tour through to modern-day travel, the hotel has been considered the much acclaimed ‘home of hospitality’ on the Amalfi Coast. A place where the world has fallen in love with its Dolce Vita. In 1904, thanks to the efforts of his wife and son Crescenzo, Dr. Giuseppe Gambardella opened the doors of Hotel Santa Caterina with just six rooms.

His first experience as a hotelier dates to 1870 when his private family home was transformed into a small hotel, the first Sainte Catherine, located a short distance from the current Santa Caterina. Two generations of Gambardella have continued the works of expansion and refurbishment of the entire property, which now offers a selection of 72 rooms and suites. Today, Crescenzo’s daughters, Giusi and Ninni Gambardella, assisted by their children Crescenzo Gargano and Alessandro and Beatrice Camera, directly manage the day-to-day operations of the hotel and take a personal interest in the comfort and enjoyment of the resort guests.

The hotel boasts a variety of luxurious accommodations, including rooms, suites, and private villas, each designed with attention to detail and equipped with modern amenities. The rooms feature elegant decor, combining traditional Italian charm with contemporary comforts. Many of the accommodations offer private balconies or terraces with panoramic sea views, allowing guests to soak in the beauty of the Amalfi Coast from the privacy of their own space.

The gastronomic offerings at Glicine reflect the seasonal and Mediterranean flavors of the region. The hotel’s main restaurant, Al Mare, serves exquisite Mediterranean cuisine prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy their meals while taking in the sweeping views of the sea. For a more casual setting, the hotel’s poolside restaurant, Alkermes, offers a relaxed atmosphere where guests can savor light dishes and refreshing drinks. With a spectacular panoramic terrace and an elegant lounge, Bar La Terrazza is where you will find a wide selection of cocktails, liqueurs and small gastronomic delicatessens to enjoy before dinner.

The hotel features a beautiful infinity pool that seems to blend seamlessly with the sea, creating a mesmerizing vista. Exclusively for hotel guests, the Beach Club at Hotel Santa Caterina is nestled in the cliffside and surrounded by the natural environment of the Amalfi Coast, with the scent of lemon groves and botanical gardens all around. With easy access to the sea and a salt water swimming pool, the beach club service includes sun beds, umbrellas, beach towels, changing and shower areas and everything you would expect for the perfect poolside day.

To further enhance the guest experience, Hotel Santa Caterina offers a range of amenities and services. The hotel’s wellness center provides a sanctuary of relaxation, offering spa treatments and therapies inspired by the natural beauty of the Amalfi Coast. Guests can indulge in rejuvenating massages or unwind in the sauna or Turkish bath.

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