Hotel Santa Caterina clings to the edge of a cliff overlooking the azure-colored Gulf of Salerno. As with many cliffside hotels in Italy, the lobby of Hotel Santa Caterina fronts the road and reveals little of what lies beyond. Indeed, though the Hotel's lobby is tasteful, it could easily be mistaken for the reception area of a large restaurant, not a world-class hotel famous for its romantic ambiance.
Built in the early 1900s, the hotel has slowly evolved over the years. Lush flowering vines now twine around the hotel's arches and lemon trees perfume the air with their sweet citrus scent. Individually decorated rooms represent an eclectic mix of 20th-century decor. Antiques are placed beside contemporary furnishings and tiled floors lead to whirlpool baths. The overall effect is one of playful luxury that continually reminds you that you are here to have fun and to enjoy the company of someone special.
For activities, descend in elevators down to the seashore where you can enjoy a pool and private beach attended by a staff decked out in boat-neck shirts with stripes. Or you can lounge by the pool beneath lemon trees up at the main level of the hotel. Above this pool is a magical open-air restaurant that serves as the perfect place to enjoy a meal and an enchanting sunset.
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