Fodor's Expert Review Hotel Rufolo
Via San Francesco 1, Ravello, Campania, 84010, Italy
The quarters might be snug and simply furnished, but many have balconies with gorgeous sea and sky vistas framed by the palm trees of the Villa Rufolo, just below the hotel. D.H. Lawrence worked on Lady Chatterley's Lover during his 1926 visit (in Room 423), so it might be fun to revisit the novel's groundbreaking love scenes while at this hotel run for generations by the Schiavo family. Author Gore Vidal could often be seen strolling along the path beside the hotel—he owned La Rondinaia, the villa at the end of the path, and lodged here after selling to a private investor in 2006.
PROS
- Parking included in room rates
- Beautiful views over Villa Rufolo
- Great pool and spa services
CONS
- Car park clutters the entrance
- Dated decor
- Overpriced: paying for the location
HOTEL INFO
HOTEL DETAILS
Rate Includes: Closed Jan.–Mar., Free Breakfast