Palazzo Avino

Beautiful, 5 star luxury hotel in the center of old Ravello, with everything you’d expect from such a place. Beautiful rooms with breathtaking views of the Amalfi Coast, luxurious common areas with the finest decorations, a great bar, Michelin rated restaurant with gourmet menu, spectacular gardens and terraces, outstanding service with friendly staff. Worth every penny of the high prices and a great way to experience this most beautiful part of Amalfi, especially for a romantic couple vacation.

This hotel blew me away. With stunning views, a wonderful pool, multiple great restaurants, its situation in an absolute charmer of a town, it's the best hotel I've ever stayed at. I will remember it for life. I found this hotel on Mr. and Mrs. Smith when I was researching the Amalfi Coast. When I scrolled through the photos—of lush manicured grass and pretty pink flowers set against the dramatic backdrop of the Tyrrhenian sea—I knew I had to come here. But pictures fail to do this place justice. And words can't describe how privileged—yes, privileged—I felt to be a guest at this hotel as I first entered its doors into its ivy covered courtyard. Walk towards the edge of said courtyard, and you'll find the expanse of the Amalfi Coast in front of you. The Palazzo Avino is a place that knows how to dish up dramatic view after dramatic view, inviting you in and pampering you so you'll never feel like leaving. The room was classically designed, and very very comfortable. But I barely spent any time in the room. Why do so when a vacation on the Amalfi Coast practically begs for lounging by the pool and sipping Aperol Spritz? Do spend at least half a day at the hotel's clubhouse by the sea. The hotel offers a free shuttle to its private clubhouse down at sea level, where you can take a dip in the cool waters of the Tyrrhenian sea, which was certainly necessary in the heat of August. I came to understand from our fellow loungers that guests at this hotel were mostly return visitors. While I typically eschew staying at the same place twice in the name of seeking new experiences, I might have to reconsider this stance if I ever come back to Ravello.

I strongly reccomend this hotel for couples, looking for a romantic, breath taking brake. I've spent a couple of months to plan our honeymoon and finally decided to stay in Ravello-Palazzo Sasso in a Junior Suite.. check-in was quick (we arrived at 13:00) and bellboy was very kind. Actually every staff we saw in the hotel was very friendly and dedicated. Our room has a fantastic views from 3 windows with all sea-view. I think the best part is looking at multi-layered valleys offering a real 3D experience.. hotel pool is nice but not olympic size..it is ideal for a short-cool shower. but you can get sun showers with a breath taking sea-mountain views from 350mt. our room was cleaned up almost in every 2-3 hours as soon as we leave the room!! breakfast was also fantastic but watch the bees :)) I believe you should be thinking about giving some extra penny to upgrade your room as much as you can. The hotel is quite expensive almost for every room options and you don't want to be dissapointed after giving 600€.. so try to give 150€ more if you can afford. your experience will chance dramatically. TIPS - make sure that you reserve a room with sea-view otherwise you will be very very dissapointed. -make sure that you've arranged a taxi or rental to reach the hotel. it is extremely difficult to reach the hotel by public transport..it may be a bitter experience.. -İf you're planning to rent a car, ask yourself if you're a good-experienced driver.since roads are very narrow. I'm from İstanbul-Turkey so I had no problems :)) but if you're from West Europe, think twice! -if you're planning for long disco nights forget about Ravello. you better go to Amalfi or Positano. - you can easily reach to Amalfi-Positano by car in 20-25 minutes. if you're planning to use bus, you should think twice about going to Ravello I hope my review helps to Plan your holidays which deserves to be perfect!! Erol