Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Belmond Hotel Caruso, Ravello
Facts in brief
Official star rating 5
Location 5 minute walk to the centre of Ravello
Annual opening 28 March to 13 October
Closest airport Naples
Distance from airport About one hour's drive
Closest railway station Salerno
Distance from railway station About one hour's drive
Hotel facilities and services
Heated outdoor infinity swimming pool (April to October), Two restaurants, Poolside bar, Piano bar, Gym, Boutique, Laundry and dry cleaning, Room service, Valet parking (Euro 36.60 per day), Spa, Tours can be arranged.
Out and about nearby
Ravello music festival held in the attractive gardens of the Villa Rufolo and local churc in July and August each year, grand villas and churches in Ravello, the spectacular Amalfi Coast, Pompeii and Paestum, the resort of Positano and the island of Capri are also close by.
Sports nearby
Walking, Sailing, Tennis, Golf.
Thanks for organising what was a wonderful holiday. Apart from a delay because of Gatwick fog coming home, everything ran like clockwork and we had a cracking time. I would be happy to recommend Expressions and hope we will have the opportunity to organise another trip with you in the future.Mrs S, October 2024
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Double room with village view for 7 nights
From about
£1,690
Holiday Code IE180
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Belmond Hotel Caruso, Ravello
The Belmond Hotel Caruso is set high on a cliff top in the beautiful town of Ravello overlooking the stunning Amalfi Coast. The hotel occupies a spectacular location rich in ancient history with glorious and colourful views of the surrounding area. The property is a sister hotel to the Belmond Hotel Splendido in Portofino, the Belmond Hotel Cipriani in Venice and the Belmond Villa San Michele in Fiesole. The Belmond Hotel Caruso boasts 50 rooms and suites most with a terrace and glorious sea views, and some of the deluxe junior suites also have a garden. The hotel has recently been refurbished and many of the buildings restored, including the 'Belvedere' garden area that features a grand 11th Century Colonnade with superb views and also boasts a swimming pool, spa and gym. In the main building is the beautiful Belvedere restaurant where guests can dine either in the main dining room or on the outdoor terrace whilst admiring the outstanding views of the Amalfi Coast, and then enjoy an after-dinner drink in the cocktail and piano bar. Days at the Hotel Caruso can be spent exploring the stunning surrounding area: as well as glorious scenery the striking town of Ravello boasts many architectural attractions including the wonderful Villa Rufolo, a mediaeval villa surrounded by pretty gardens and exotic plants and fountains. The Villa Cimbrone features paintings, antiques and relics from all over Italy and colourful gardens rich in Mediterranean flora and fauna. There are also many walks to be enjoyed along picturesque mountain paths as well as sailing excursions from Amalfi to Positano, Sorrento and Capri. The Belmond Hotel Caruso is a high quality hotel set in striking surroundings, highly recommendable for those wishing to relax and also explore the Amalfi Coast.
Room descriptions
Belmond Hotel Caruso has 50 rooms with shower and WC, safe, telephone, minibar, satellite TV, bathrobes and hairdryer. Extra beds can be added to junior suites and suites.
Thanks for organising what was a wonderful holiday. Apart from a delay because of Gatwick fog coming home, everything ran like clockwork and we had a cracking time. I would be happy to recommend Expressions and hope we will have the opportunity to organise another trip with you in the future.Mrs S, October 2024
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Double room with village view for 7 nights
From about
£1,690
Holiday Code IE180
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Belmond Hotel Caruso, Ravello
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to Belmond Hotel Caruso in Ravello, our clients usually fly to Naples airport or arrive by train at Naples railway station. From the airport and the station, we recommend a private car transfer which we would include in our holiday price. It is also possible to have a hire-car for a stay at this hotel, especially if you want to tour the region. We will arrange this for you if required.
Additional information
Children: Children under 12 years stay free of charge on a bed and breakfast basis when staying in their parents room. Children under 5 years are welcome at the indoor restaurant. The Deluxe, Superior and Exclusive suite accommodate 2 adults and 2 children whilst Junior Suites are ideal for families of 2 adults and 1 child.
Special offers
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Thanks for organising what was a wonderful holiday. Apart from a delay because of Gatwick fog coming home, everything ran like clockwork and we had a cracking time. I would be happy to recommend Expressions and hope we will have the opportunity to organise another trip with you in the future.Mrs S, October 2024
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Double room with village view for 7 nights
From about
£1,690
Holiday Code IE180
The prices displayed here are a guide only. Each holiday price will be tailor-made at the time of booking to reflect all actual costs including up-to-date special offers.
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke holidays and tours to Belmond Hotel Caruso, Ravello
About Amalfi Coast
An Expressions tailor-made holiday to the Amalfi Coast is perfect for those looking for relaxation as well as sightseeing in coastal towns such as Amalfi, Positano, Ravello and Sorrento on the Amalfi Coast as well as the islands of Capri and Ischia. The Amalfi Coast is best known for its dramatic coastal scenery, deep gorges and violently-shaped rocks that plunge into a deep blue sea, tempered by the luxuriant vegetation that thrives in the favourable climate; lemons, oranges, olives, almonds, vines, camellias and bougainvillaea. Human habitation thrives in the tiny fishing villages in rocky coves and in the pink and white-washed flat-roofed or domed buildings that hug the cliffs in layers. The Amalfi Coast's history of trading throughout the Mediterranean still shows in the Moorish and Byzantine architectural styles; domes and arcades, wrought-iron balconies and colourful ceramic tiles which depict the region. The cuisine of the Amalfi Coast is light and simple, based on local fish and shellfish, lemons and oranges, mozzarella and fresh herbs. Whilst the climate of the Amalfi Coast is particularly appealing too, there are numerous excursion and sightseeing possibilities for your holiday including the islands of Procida, Capri and Ischia, the city of Naples, the Roman towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum, the romance of Ravello, the bustle of Sorrento and the charm of Positano.
Highlights of the Amalfi Coast
A drive along the Amalfi coast from Positano to Amalfi offers stunning and breath-taking scenery. Visit the Emerald Cave near Vettica Minore by boat. Enjoy the superb view of the coast from the 13th Century Gothic Villa Rufolo in Ravello (we offer garden tour holidays of the Amalfi Coast and Capri including a visit to Villa Rufolo). Spend a full day visiting the awe-inspiring site of Pompeii, visiting the remains of the villas containing both vibrant and delicate frescoes. Herculaneum is nearby and also worth visiting. The Greek site of Paestum has outstanding Doric temples. In the resort of Amalfi stroll along the Via Genova and the Via Capuano taking in the typical architecture of Campania with the flower-covered balconies, narrow alleyways leading to fountain-filled little squares. Take the chairlift on Capri to Monte Solaro or walk to the Migliara Belvedere for a view of the lighthouse. On Ischia visit the beaches of Citara and Maronti and enjoy a morning's walk to Monte Epomeo for panoramic views of the coast. Well worth visiting is the often-forgotten island of Procida between Naples and Ischia, with its vines and fishing, flat roofed white houses and atmosphere most characteristic of the region in bygone days. Visit Vietri for ceramics as well as stalls of lemons, garlic and peppers.
Cultural highlights of the Amalfi Coast
The House of the Vettii at Pompeii, the baroque Palazzo Reale at Caserta, Villa Jovis in Capri, the Doric temples of Paestum, Michelozzo`s tomb of Cardinal Rinaldo Brancaccio in the 14th Century church of Sant`Angelo, and in Naples: `Modesty` by Antonio Corradini in the Cappella Sansevero, the Gothic church of San Lorenzo Maggiore and the Majolica tiles in the cloisters of the 14th Century Santa Chiara.
Festivals on the Amalfi Coast
The Ravello music festival June to July, the festival of San Costanzo on 14 May on Capri, the festival of Sant`Antonio in Anacapri on 13 June, the festival of Madonna della Liberta in Marina Grande in September, Lo Sbarco dei Saraceni in Positano on the second Sunday in August.
Gastronomy of the Amalfi Coast
Neapolitan cuisine is now famous the world over for its use of tomatoes, pizza, mozzarella cheese, dried pasta and lemons. Local specialities include Mozzarella in Carrozza, Panzanella alla napoletana, Pasta alla sorrentina (with scamorza cheese and tomatoes), Sartu (an elaborate rice pie stuffed with meats, sausages, mushrooms etc), Timballo di Maccheroni (also elaborate with maccheroni baked in a pie and a sauce of chicken livers, mushrooms and black truffles), Carciofi ripieni alla napoletana (baked stuffed artichokes), Coviglie (a mousse-like dessert), Sproccolati (sun-dried figs on sticks) and Sfogliatelle (breakfast pastries). The region produces a number of excellent red and white wines. The most famous white is called Lacrimi Christi, from vines grown on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius. Taurasi from Avellino is a full-bodied red. Capri, Ischia and Sorrento all produce their own local wines.
