Amalfi coast
“ A stunning 17th Century palazzo in an idyllic setting by the sea ”
Sun beds by the pool The courtyard at Palazzo Belmonte
Terrace at the Palazzo Belmonte
Aerial view of the Palazzo Belmonte
Palazzo Belmonte Santa Maria di Castellabate
Palazzo Belmonte is a special and unique property , set in five acres of lush gardens and facing the sea at Santa Maria di Castellabate . As soon as one steps through the huge gates leading into the grounds and walks through the gardens , perfumed with the scent of jasmine and honeysuckle , time seems to stand still . Prince Belmonte occupies a private wing of the property , but the rest has been exquisitely converted into spacious rooms and suites without alteration to the original structure . Each room is individual in shape and style ; some have vaulted ceilings and some have terraces overlooking the sea , the gardens or the flower�filled inner courtyard , and in each case the thickness of the ancient walls negates the need for air�conditioning . The rooms are situated in the three wings of the main building and an adjacent sixteenth century house called Edoardo ' s house , where some have views along the coast . The Villa Belmonte , a villa of 29 rooms , has a more modern and informal style . All rooms and suites are decorated in white which emphasises a contemporary Mediterranean feel . Many of the rooms are ideal for families where children can be accommodated in an interconnecting room . The sandy beach , where the hotel
provides its own deckchairs and umbrellas , is accessed just through the grounds . The use of the chairs is free on a first-come , first-served basis . Alternatively , the large swimming pool , surrounded by spacious terraces and equipped with changing rooms , showers and a pool�side bar where light lunches are served , is situated just above the beach . Just across the bay from the hotel is the Punta Licosa , private land owned by the Prince and ideal for walking and cycling and from where you can take a boat to a small island with a light house . This area is ideal for a beach holiday in a region that is less touristy than the Amalfi Coast and with better beaches .
PALAZZO BELMONTE IE237 Official category Historical residence . Open 8 May to 31 October . Location On the southern edge of Santa Maria di Castellabate and just under 2 hours ’ drive from Naples airport . Distances in miles Naples 76 , Amalfi 33 , Positano 40 , Rome 204 , Salerno 44 . Nearest airport Naples . At hotel Private beach ( use included in the price ), Swimming pool and terraces , Gardens , Bar , Parking in grounds . Bedrooms 29 rooms in the Villa with bath or shower and wc , air�conditioning , private terrace , telephone , mini-bar and tea tray . Local interest Market at Santa Maria di
Castellabate on Saturday mornings , Vietri sul Mare ( famous for its pottery ), Salerno , Amalfi , Ravello , the Roman site of Paestum , Padula . Sports nearby Water sports , Diving club , Boat hire , Tennis , Riding , Cycle Hire . Italian Expressions include Bed and buffet breakfast . Optional half board can be offered . Holiday prices From about £ 1410 per person for 7 nights including scheduled flights and hire-car . Private transfer possible . Ask our sales consultants for full price details .
Phone 01392 441250 to make a reservation or to discuss your holiday plans 61