Belmond Hotel Caruso Infinity Terrace

An 11th-century palazzo 365 meters above the sea. The infinity pool - routinely ranked among the world's most beautiful - appears to spill into the Mediterranean. Non-guests can dine at the Belvedere Restaurant or have aperitivo at the Arcade Bar. This is where Ravello becomes legend.

What to do there

5 things to do

1. 1 Enter the 11th-Century Palazzo History · Free

   A thousand years of history before you reach the view.

   Walk through the entrance (non-guests allowed for restaurant/bar). Notice the original stone walls - this was a wealthy family's refuge built when Amalfi was a maritime republic rivaling Venice. The frescoes in the Arcade Bar are 18th-century originals. Ask the concierge which room Gore Vidal preferred (he was a regular).

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2. 2 Aperitivo at the Arcade Bar Wine · Price: moderate

   Frescoed ceiling, local wines, reasonable prices.

   Enter the Arcade Bar (walk-ins after 18:00, no reservation needed). Ask for a Costa d'Amalfi DOC white or Greco di Tufo. €12-18/glass. The bar is less expensive than the restaurant and has the same view from the terrace. The frescoes above you are original 18th-century work.

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3. 3 See the Infinity Pool Illusion Adventure · Free

   The pool that appears to merge with the Mediterranean.

   Walk to the terrace edge (restaurant/bar area has partial view). The infinity pool is at the highest point of the property - its edge aligns with the escarpment, creating the illusion of water stretching to the horizon. Pool access is guests only, but you can see it from the restaurant terrace.

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4. 4 Dine at Belvedere Restaurant Adventure · Price: very high · Optional

   Michelin-quality with the million-euro view.

   Book Belvedere Restaurant for dinner (€80-150pp, reserve 2+ weeks ahead at belmond.com). Request a terrace table. The wine list has deep Campanian selections. Order local: Fiano di Avellino or Greco di Tufo for white, Taurasi for red. The pairing menu is €70-100 on top of food.

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5. 5 Find the Secret Garden Path Adventure · Free · Optional

   Terraced gardens that most visitors miss.

   Ask the staff about the terraced gardens below the pool. A path winds through lemon trees and bougainvillea. Walk it before sunset. The gardens are 11 centuries old - the same layout the medieval nobles designed. Few visitors explore beyond the main terrace.

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Insider tips

• Non-guests: book Belvedere Restaurant for terrace dinner with the view - 2+ weeks ahead

• The Arcade Bar has 18th-century frescoes and excellent cocktails - walk-in after 18:00

• Pool access is hotel guests only - but the restaurant terrace has almost the same view

• April-November season. Heated pool. Check if open before booking.

• Local tip: nearby Trattoria da Cumpa' Cosimo has better food, no view, 1/4 the price