Anacapri, Italy
Refined Anacapri retreat combining art, two Michelin‑starred dining and a renowned medical spa with panoramic views over the Bay of Naples
Our review
Capri is a tiny island – six kilometres long and three wide – poking out of the Tyrrhenian Sea just south of Naples. Getting to Capri is an adventure in itself. Traffic is restricted to mainly taxis and buses and access is by ferry or hydrofoil. The journey takes around 45 minutes. It was a bit of a mission to get our heavy suitcases on board but when we arrived at the island, our hotel had an MPV waiting for us.
Capri has always had a film star feel about it. I can remember my mother always wanted to go – possibly because Greta Garbo, Audrey Hepburn, Jackie Onassis and Sophia Loren already had. Capri pants derived their name from Grace Kelly first being photographed wearing the new style trousers here. Driving uphill, it was a short journey to Anacapri, where the hotel is situated. Capri is rocky and the roads are steep. It has been inhabited since Roman times and land is scarce, so one will not find large areas of lawn or indeed, sandy beaches. But one does find old walls with bougainvillea cascading down and tiny cafes built under cliffs.
The hotel was everything I had expected – stylish and chic. It is predominantly decorated in its signature white, with pure white walls and white floor tiles. In the large lounge area are squishy cream leather sofas, 1950s photographers’ floor lamps on black metal stands, black ceiling fans and original pieces of well chosen modern art work. A striking half girl is poised over the bar and there is a full size boat installation used as a coffee table with flat TV monitors in the interior representing moving water. Beyond here is the large wooden sundeck/terrace with views over Anacapri and the sea beyond, dotted with potted lemon trees, lavender and in the ground ahead and to the side, various pines.
We stayed in the Audrey Hepburn Suite, a vision of simplicity, with cream, hand-painted floor tiles, mushroom and off-white fabrics and large black and white prints of the beautiful actor. In the sitting area was a large sofa and patio doors leading to a balcony with armchairs and views of the sea. In the spacious marble bathroom were Penhaligon toiletries.
The hotel is only open for six months a year and we were there in the first few days, so it was quiet. I did not care for the live singing with pianist in the lounge in the evening – it felt a bit cruise ship, but perhaps is better when more people are there. Unusually, there was a prolonged thunderstorm and it was cool outside, so not much opportunity to enjoy the warm sunshine.
Breakfast was very dignified and carried out under hushed tones. Tables were dressed to impress, with a full complement of linen and silver. The buffet food was amongst the best I have eaten anywhere and my eggs Benedict, made to order, were faultless. If breakfast can be this good – delicious freshly squeezed juice (not just orange) wonderful butter, tart marmalade, proper tea, fresh exotic fruits, tasty smoked salmon, a selection of different breads, some local, mostly homemade – it makes my heart sing.
We visited the spa but did not get a chance to try it. There is also a small swimming pool – with one side formed from clear glass exposing swimmers to passing tourists – a typical quirky touch.
The rooms and especially the suites are truly spectacular and all different. They are unashamedly modern and a shrine to both glamour and contemporary art. Possibly my favourite was the Magritte room, with his striking ‘city gent’ wallpaper in the bathroom. Some suites have their own outdoor pools with private terrace – the Andy Warhol has his Chairman Mao picture hand painted on the bottom.
One does not come here to save money but to indulge; it is a special occasion place, where perhaps, just for a while, one can live the dolce vita.
Last word: Iconic hotel that lives up to the hype.
Rooms
Capri Palace Hotel offers around 70 rooms and suites, many with sea or garden views. Accommodation is styled in an elegant white palette and enhanced by contemporary artworks from the hotel’s private collection. Several suites feature private gardens, terraces or plunge pools, while larger suites provide expansive living areas and elevated privacy.
Food and Drink
L’Olivo is the hotel’s flagship restaurant and holds two Michelin stars, offering refined Mediterranean cuisine in an elegant dining room. Il Riccio Restaurant & Beach Club, located near the Blue Grotto, serves seafood‑focused cuisine in a dramatic seaside setting.
Additional dining options include a poolside restaurant offering relaxed Italian dishes and a rooftop venue serving contemporary Japanese cuisine, alongside stylish lounges for cocktails and aperitifs.
Wellness
The Capri Medical Spa is a leading wellness centre combining medical expertise with holistic treatments. Known for its Leg School® therapy, the spa also offers detox programmes, aesthetic treatments and personalised wellness plans, alongside indoor and outdoor pools, treatment rooms and fitness facilities.
Facilities
- Outdoor panoramic swimming pool
- Indoor swimming pool
- Capri Medical Spa and wellness facilities
- Fitness centre
- Two Michelin‑starred restaurant
- Beach club access
- Private art collection
- Concierge and shuttle services
- Event and private dining spaces
- Free Wi‑Fi
Location
Capri Palace Hotel is located in Anacapri, the quieter and more elevated part of the island of Capri. Nearby attractions include Mount Solaro, Villa San Michele, the Blue Grotto and Capri town, all within easy reach while remaining away from day‑trip crowds.
Getting there
Address: Via Capodimonte, 14, 80071 Anacapri, Isola di Capri
Arriving by car: If you are travelling by car, it's best to leave it in private parking in Naples or Sorrento. Tourists are not allowed cars on the island.
Arriving by train: From Naples train station (Napoli Centrale) – taxi from Naples train station to Naples harbour, public hydrofoil to Capri – taxi to hotel
Arriving by air: From Capodichino Airport in Naples – Taxi from Naples airport to Naples harbour, public hydrofoil to Capri – taxi to hotel
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