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San Pietro

$$$$, Positano

User Rating: ***** 5.0

Fodor's Review:

Extraordinary is the word for this luxurious oasis, favored by the likes of Julia Roberts, George Clooney, Dustin Hoffman, and Princess Caroline of Monaco, some of whom who prefer this place because it's several leagues out of town (a shuttle bus whisks you back and forth), far from the crowds and the paparazzi. The place itself is more than camera-ready: set on a cliff high over the sea, with its own chapel for weddings (as well as an English phone box outside the entrance), there are seven levels of gardened terraces. The San Pietro has a frilly, pretty decor that mixes modern (the hotel was built in the early 1970s) with magnificent (great antiques, elegant Vietri tilework). Who can resist idling away hours on the famous majolica benches of the grand terrace? Before you is a god's view of Positano and its bay, magnificently framed by gigantic urns of flowers. Most of the elegantly furnished rooms come with terraces (most look out to the sea, not toward Positano) and plate-glass views; room decors mix chic and charming in best country-style manner. The pool on an upper level is not large, so most guests opt to take an elevator fit for James Bond through hundreds of feet of mountainside to the private beach and beach bar. The proprietors organize boating excursions and parties, while the restaurant's menu is both super-ambitious and stylish. Don't you dare leave without trying the hotel's incredibly delicious signature drink, called Elephant's Milk, a mix of almond milk, mineral water, and lemon juice. They also make a mean Bellini.

Member Reviews & Ratings:

magnificent!!!

Posted by francine from connecticut on 10/8/06

we recently (september 2006) spent five nights at the hotel san pietro. if you are lucky enough to find yourself with money for a splurge, this is the place. there are spectacular views from every corner of the hotel, the food is excellent and having a private beach at the base of a cliff is amazing. our room was spacious and our bathroom had a huge window looking out at the mediterranean. we ate breakfast each morning on our terrace overlooking the sea. they have a complimentary boat that takes guests out for a swim in the middle of the mediterranean and a shuttle that is on call 24/7 to assist with trips to positano. we have been fortunate enough to stay at some luxury properties and we think this is our favorite yet. a return visit someday for sure!!

ROOM: 5.0

ATMOSPHERE: 5.0

SERVICE: 5.0

VALUE: 5.0

RATING: 5.0