Soar over the Tyrrhenian Sea, Ravello’s Caruso by Belmond redefines Mediterranean luxury in an aerial romance and Riviera chic.
There are not many locations on earth that find such a balance among history, art, and landscape as Ravello — and at its center, suspended between sky and sea, soars Caruso, an 1,000-year-old palace transformed into a contemporary masterpiece of luxury by Belmond.
Every Caruso nook is dreamlike — frescoed ceilings, marble corridors, and lemon flower and lavender-scented patios. Even the infinity pool itself is mythical, appearing to flow over into the sea below, one of Italy’s most photographed scenes.
Inside, guests unwind in tranquil splendor. Suites glide open onto dramatic vistas of the Amalfi Coast, decor striking a balance of Italian drama and unobtrusive elegance. Dining at Ristorante Belvedere respects Mediterranean style with seasonal perfection — envision homemade pasta tossed with Amalfi lemons and sea urchin risotto that recalls coastal scent.
But it is the emotional appeal which distinguishes Caruso. Sunset concerts in ancient gardens, intimate yacht cruises on the sea, the experience is as Hollywood-esque as possible. Luxury here is not ostentatious; it is musical — a soft orchestration of old-world romance and new-world poise.
