Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel – Amalfi, Italy

When thinking back on our European honeymoon, Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa always sticks out as one of the top hotels we’ve stayed at. Breathtaking views, stunning food and flawless service tick all the boxes on a travellers dream list.

This 17th century monastery has been transformed into an exclusive boutique hotel boasting unobstructed views the Gulf of Salerno. With four levels of lush gardens, 20 exclusive suites, infinity pool and canopy daybeds, this is your ultimate paradise. The hotel has stayed true to its historic heritage with the original architectural details remaining.

GUEST ROOMS

Each of the 20 guest rooms (all named after herbs that the nuns would have used for medicines from the Monastero Santa Rosa Garden) offer a combination of comfort and luxury with rare antiques and stunning, unobstructed views of the sea. Each guest room is unique in their own way, offering 5 star luxury amenities from fully stocked mini bar, spacious bathroom with products from the in house spa and complimentary fruit platter on arrival.

SPA

The in house spa is the definition of true tranquillity. With their original 17th century vaulted ceiling, multiple connected vaulted rooms, and outdoor treatment rooms, this is your all in one total relaxation spa. The two main highlights of the space include the Thermal Suite, offering pomegranate infused foot space, heated mosaic loungers, domed Aromatic Steam Room, thermal bathing, rock sauna, hydro pool and emotion showers. The most luxurious treatment room is the Spa Suite, offering steam room, double wet & dry treatment couches, manicure & pedicure station, relaxation lounge, private dressing & grooming space and a garden terrace.

FITNESS

The fitness centre here is slightly different than you’d expect from any other hotel. The fitness centre at Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel is located outdoors, boasting unobstructed views of the sea, offering a variety of TechnoGym equipment including elliptical trainer, upright bike, recline bike, rowing machine, dumbbells and exercise balls, or if you prefer something a bit more fun, bocce ball is also available!

DINING

Keeping with the exclusivity of the property, the restaurant ‘Ristorante Il Refettorio’ pride themselves on innovative Mediterranean foods created by Executive Chef Christoph Bob. The team use only the freshest ingredients available from local Campania region. With the hotel being so small, the chef is more than happy to create custom experiences to each of their guests, giving them an exclusive experience like no other. The Sunset Terrace, located on the top level of the hotel, offer unobstructed views of the grounds below, the Amalfi Coastline and the sea. Sit back with a cocktail and enjoy the afternoon sun in total relaxation.

The grounds offer magnificent gardens offering something new with each step you take. Secret gardens fill the space with excluded seating available to sit back and unwind without being interrupted. The highlight of the space was the outdoor infinity pool area with ample sunbeds, private cabanas, and gardens to enjoy. Hang over the edge and lose yourself in the breathtaking views with a panoramic view of the sea and Amalfi coastline. With more than 5,000 plants imported from all over the world, the grounds have been professionally landscaped to create an absolutely stunning atmosphere to ensure during your stay.