Convento di Amalfi
Amalfi, Italy
At a Glance
Fantastic location a 2 minute walk from Amalfi
All rooms have stunning sea views
The beach club is a 10-minute complimentary boat transfer away
Those into history: The Abbey located within the hotel dates back to the 12th Century.
The stunning views from the "Passeggiata dei Monaci” are some of the most painted in the world.
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Best time to Visit
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The best time to visit the Amalfi Coast is in spring or late summer, when temperatures are pleasant and humidity levels are low. In July and August the climate is hot and humid, while the area is busy with tourists. Hotels in the Amalfi Coast tend to close for the winter, starting in October until they reopen in late March or April.
Insider's View
Take a walk down the beautiful path of the monks leading you to the infinity pool.
This hotel boasts a beach club 10 minutes away - a rare commodity in this part of the coast.
Take time to wander around the ancient convent and cloister which has been there since 1831 and is a beautiful place to host a private dinner for a larger group.
A real bonus is the hotel's location, 5 minutes’ walk from Amalfi’s harbor and town center.
If you're feeling like a health kick and energy burst then definitely head to the juice bar by the pool, you cannot beat the fresh Italian juices.
Activities such as pasta making are organized throughout the week for all ages - a great way to meet others and participate in the Italian way of life.
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Description
Built into the cliffs in the town of Amalfi, the Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi is a beautifully renovated monastery with stunning sea views and a fascinating history dating back to the 12th century that is manifested in the beautiful cloister and church.
Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi is a beautiful contemporary boutique hotel that carries a long and interesting history dating back to the 12th century. The stunning Arab-Norman cloister and church have maintained some of their original frescoes and other details and look spectacular against the backdrop of the sea.
Convento di Amalfi is fantastically positioned a 2-minute walk from the hustle and bustle of the port of Amalfi as well as the local shops and restaurants. The central location makes it a great base from which to explore not only the town but also the rest of what the stunning coast has to offer such as the gorgeous towns of Positano and Ravello.
The hotel has 53 rooms and suites are elegant and contemporary and decorated in a simple and neutral style. They all offer spectacular sea views, lovely Italian terracotta floors and marble bathrooms.
Dei Cappuccini, the hotel's restaurant spills from inside the dining room to the outdoor terrace and overlooks the sea and the Amalfi Coast. Delicious Mediterranean dishes are made with the freshest ingredients and served for lunch and supper and there is a spectacular buffet for breakfast each morning. There is also a bar serving cocktails and a wide selection of teas.
A short walk along the lovely lemon garden takes you to the terrace and infinity pool area which is kitted out with sun loungers, beautiful views and a poolside restaurant and bar that serves snacks and drinks until 6pm and light lunches from 1-3pm.
There is also a wellbeing center that has a number of treatment rooms, a Turkish bath and emotional shower and there is also a gym available to all guests.
If you wanted to venture out of the hotel and enjoy the sea the hotel has a beach club that also has a bar and restaurant and you have complimentary use of sun loungers down there and complimentary 10-minute boat transfers from Amalfi.
Accommodation
All rooms are spacious and have terracotta floors, marble bathrooms and stunning sea views. They are elegantly decorated in neutral tones.
| Classic sea view room | Welcoming fully equipped room with window sea view, stylish furnishings with terracotta floors and marble bathroom with bathtub or shower. They range from 16 to 21m². |
| Superior sea view room | Welcoming fully equipped room with sea view, larger than classic room and some with French balcony, stylish furnishings with terracotta floors and marble bathroom with bathtub or shower. They range from 16 to 25m². |
| Deluxe sea view room | Larger and welcoming fully equipped room with sea view and most of them with balcony or terrace, stylish furnishings with terracotta floors and marble bathroom with bathtub or shower. They range from 25 to 35m². |
| Junior Suite | Charming room with window sea view, some featuring a living area, stylish furnishings with terracotta floors and marble bathroom with bathtub or shower. The range from 22 to 40m². |
| Deluxe Junior Suite | Spacious rooms with sea view and all of them with terrace equipped, wit sun loungers, umbrella, table and chairs. some featuring a living area, stylish furnishings with terracotta floors and marble bathroom with bathtub or shower. The range from 22 to 40m². |
| Deluxe Suite Sea view | Very large bedroom with separate living room, all with sea view ,some terrace equipped with sun loungers, table and chairs and others with balcony with chairs, stylish furnishings with terracotta floors and marble bathroom with bathtub or shower. |
| Suite Sea view | Large bedroom with separate living room, all with window sea view, stylish furnishings with terracotta floors and marble bathroom with bathtub or shower. |
Childcare
Children are welcome to come and stay at Convento di Amalfi. However, there are no dedicated facilities available at the hotel though they can organize babysitting.
Facilities
Dei Cappuccini, the hotel's restaurant spills from inside the dining room to the outdoor terrace and overlooks the sea and the Amalfi Coast. Delicious Mediterranean dishes are made with the freshest ingredients and served for lunch and supper and there is a spectacular buffet for breakfast each morning! There is also a bar serving cocktails and a wide selection of teas.
A short walk along the lovely lemon garden takes you to the terrace and infinity pool area which is kitted out with sun loungers, beautiful views and a poolside restaurant and bar that serves snacks and drinks until 6pm and light lunches from 1-3pm.
There is also a wellbeing center that has a number of treatment rooms, a Turkish bath and emotional shower and there is also a gym available to all guests.
If you wanted to venture out of the hotel and enjoy the sea the hotel has a beach club that also has a bar and restaurant and you have complimentary use of sun loungers down there and complimentary 10 minute boat transfers from Amalfi.
Activities
A full range of activities nearby are available for more active guests: trekking, cycling, horse riding, sailing, windsurfing and diving can all be arranged.
Excursions with private boat to explore the unspoiled coastline and the neighboring islands can be also organized.
Guided visits to the stunning towns dotted along the Amalfi Coast can be arranged to Positano, Ravello, Sorrento and also to Pompeii, Herculaneam, Vesuvius, Naples and Paestum.
Reviews
Sarah Byrne (Staff)
A very simple hotel in the most interesting old convent - an air of peace and tranquility prevails
Experiences
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Cooking class in Amalfi
Learn how to create traditional recipes from the Amalfi Coast in a private cooking class under the guidance of a professional chef. Located in a lemon farmhouse, you'll discover the techniques behind some of the region's most loved dishes.
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Hiking and wine tasting on Mount Vesuvius
Join your private hiking guide to explore Mount Vesuvius, one of the world's most famous volcanoes. Hike up to the crater before enjoying lunch at a winery at the base of the volcano.
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Hiking the Path of the Gods
The Path of the Gods is a spectacular trail leading from Agerola to Nocelle, offering breathtaking views along the Amalfi Coast. Walk the route with your private guide and learn about local life in this once remote region.
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Mozzarella experience on the Amalfi Coast
Visit a family-owned farm and discover how delicious mozzarella is made in the village of Tramonti on the Amalfi Coast. Enjoy a tour of the farm before learning the techniques and processes used to create mozzarella.
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Private boat trip to Capri
Cruise to Capri on board your own private boat, stopping to swim in the crystal-clear waters and taking in the incredible views of the Amalfi Coast from the water.
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Private tour of Capri
Explore the picturesque island of Capri and, with your private guide, learn about the history of this famed island which has been celebrated for its beauty since the Roman Empire.
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Visit a limoncello farm
Discover one of the Amalfi Coast's most celebrated delicacies at a local limoncello farm, where you'll learn about the production process and sample some of the delicious liqueur.
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Visit Pompeii
Discover the ancient Roman world and its fascinating culture with a visit to Pompeii, a city almost perfectly preserved by the ash from Mount Vesuvius erupting in 79 AD.
Location & directions
Amalfi, Italy
Located in the town of Amalfi in the south west of Italy.
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