Hotel Santa Caterina

For 23 years, Hotel Santa Caterina has been far more than a place I stay — it has become a part of my life. The moment you arrive, you feel the warmth of a team who redefine hospitality. Their attention to detail is unmatched, their kindness is genuine, and their commitment to excellence is effortless. The rooms are beautifully decorated, blending classic Amalfi charm with refined luxury. Every space feels curated, every view feels like a private masterpiece. This hotel is not simply a holiday destination. It is an experience in pure luxury, delivered by the best staff in the world. Santa Caterina is where memories are made, restored, and cherished — and after 23 years, it still feels like coming home.

Apologies for this late review, but we stayed in April 2025 and didn't get round to writing until now :-/ In a word, this hotel is excellent. If we could give it more than 5* we would, it's that good. The hotel is simply beautiful. We are very observant, in many hotels, of minor issues like worn or stained seating or bedding etc. In a four day trip we could not once find any fault, not one! This in itself is, frankly, unbelievable. Then you get onto the service, which is outstanding. Eating in the Glicine restaurant was an absolute joy. Having a pizza in the bar area we were treated as king and queen; breakfast ditto - I mean they even have little stools for handbags to keep them off the floor (obvs said stools are immaculately clean - always!). Sadly the weather was not fantastic whilst we were here so didn't get to enjoy the area around the sea, but the walk through the lemon grove ... wow. We could go on and on - but as the review title suggests this is simply the best hotel we have ever encountered. If you get the opportunity to visit Amalfi and can stay here - DO :-)

Here it is with the dashes removed: --- **Hotel Santa Caterina, Amalfi Coast ★★★★★** We just got back from a family trip to Hotel Santa Caterina and I'm still floating. Perched on the cliffs above Amalfi, this place is old world Italian glamour at its finest think manicured lemon groves, a private elevator down to the sea, and views that make you forget your phone exists. Everything about it screams quiet luxury. The service was impeccable without ever feeling stiff, the rooms were elegant and spotless, and the pool terrace is honestly one of the most beautiful spots I've ever had breakfast. It's clearly a favorite among a well heeled, low key crowd, the kind of place where you spot understated elegance rather than flash. Rumor has it Al Pacino is a fan too, which tracks with the whole old Hollywood meets Amalfi vibe. Perfect for families, honestly, there was space to spread out, kids were welcomed warmly, and there was enough going on (boat trips, the pool, gorgeous walks) that everyone found their own rhythm. Can't recommend it enough. Already dreaming about going back. My family and I enjoyed this trip to the Amalfi to the fullest!

Amazing hotel! Everyone from the front desk on were incredible. The restaurants were fantastic and welcoming. The room and view were priceless. I can’t recommend this hotel enough. Wonderful memories!

I was in the spa and walked from the waiting area, slipped on the stairs that did not have a handrail, and broke a vertebrae in my back. While the concierge was very helpful once we asked if someone could come to the hospital, management at the hotel did not care. I only heard from management after the day of the fall once I was checking out a few days later to tell me this has never happened before at the hotel. My room rate included breakfast and I could not walk easily the next day so ordered room service for breakfast, was charged for that since room service breakfast was not included (to give you an idea of how the hotel dealt with it)