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cliffside paradises With a long and colourful history Caruso, a Belmond hotel, stuns its fortunate guests with spectacular views of the Amalfi coastline from its lofty perch above the town of Ravello. With the promise of flawless service, gastronomic glory at the aptly named Belvedere restaurant, superb accommodation and a creativity that elevates a stay into a journey of discovery this impossibly romantic clifftop refuge has quite rightly earned special billing on a coast renowned for spectacular hotels. Take a late swim and watch another dreamy day conclude as the sun sets behind the mountains opposite the edge of the infinity pool - truly a super wide screen moment! Caruso, A Belmond Hotel Ravello, Amalfi Coast, Campania Palazzo Avino is a stunning five-star deluxe hotel on Italy’s famed Amalfi coast. Built in what was once a 12th century private villa for an Italian noble family and opened as a hotel in 1997, Palazzo Avino has been applauded as one of the world’s finest hotels and boasts one-star Michelin dining. Tucked away in the medieval hilltop village of Ravello, perched high on the cliffs, 350 m (1,000 ft) above the sparkling Mediterranean, Palazzo Avino overlooks some of the coast’s most picturesque fishing villages. Journey down to the sea to bask at the hotel’s exclusive beach club, located 15 minutes from Ravello, or stay up high and relax at the 20 metre, outdoor, heated pool. Facilities also include a spa and beauty centre, the Lobster and Martini Bar, and various sun decks including a spectacular rooftop terrace with an infinity hydropool. Guests can expect the highest quality of service and hospitality whilst staying in the choice of just 33 rooms and 10 suites, and with a staff to guest ratio of two to every room offering 24-hour room service! Palazzo Avino Ravello, Amalfi Coast, Campania

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