Luxury hotels in Capri: 10 palaces facing the Faraglioni

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Intro

In Capri, luxury plays out over a few hectares of limestone rock where every panoramic terrace is worth its weight in gold. The best palaces are fully booked from February for high season, and the promise of a view over the Faraglioni drives up rates by 40% on average. We’ve sifted through the 10 addresses that deliver on their promises, from perched neoclassical villas to modernist architecture signed Le Corbusier.

The selection

The 10 hotels in Capri we recommend

★9.7249 reviews

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998 €per night

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N°01

Luxury Villa Excelsior Parco

Neoclassical villa perched on the north coast, between pine grove and Tyrrhenian blue, far from the Piazzetta.

Luxury Villa Excelsior Parco occupies a 1900 villa on the Via Provinciale Marina Grande, north side of the island, fifteen minutes from the Piazzetta by shuttle. We sleep in rooms with majolica floors, wrought-iron furniture, balconies facing the sea or the two-hectare wooded park. The infinity pool overlooks the gulf, heated water, towel and cocktail service until 7pm. The restaurant serves honest Campanian cooking, local produce, short menu that changes according to arrivals. From 998 € a night, continental breakfast included, free shuttle to Marina Grande. We recommend the sea-facing rooms, golden light at sunset, clear view to Vesuvius. Family address, attentive management, far from the centre's bustle ✨

What makes this hotel unique

Private 2-hectare park planted with parasol pines, lemon trees, bougainvillea
Heated infinity pool facing the Gulf of Naples, open April-October
Free shuttle to Marina Grande every 30 minutes, 7am-11pm
Restaurant with panoramic terrace, Campanian cooking, short seasonal menu
Free private parking, rare in Capri, direct access from the Provinciale

Pazziella, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Capri

★9.6261 reviews

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2,500 €per night

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N°02

Pazziella, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Capri

The first Luxury Collection on Capri, opened in 2024 in a villa perched above Marina Piccola.

Pazziella, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Capri occupies a renovated villa on the heights of Via Fuorlovado, a five-minute walk from the Piazzetta. We tested a room with private terrace overlooking the Faraglioni, white terrazzo floor, natural rattan furniture, Carrara marble bathroom. The infinity pool overlooks the sea, teak sun loungers, chilled towel service in the afternoon. The restaurant offers a Mediterranean menu with island produce, fine Campanian wine list. From 2 500 € per night, rate justified by the view and the site's discretion. Service is attentive without being intrusive, we feel like at wealthy friends' home. Capri 2024 version, without the Piazzetta crowds ✨

What makes this hotel unique

Infinity pool with frontal views over the Faraglioni and Marina Piccola
Rooms with private terraces, terrazzo floors, Carrara marble
Mediterranean restaurant with local produce and Campanian wine list
5 minutes' walk from the Piazzetta, direct access to coastal paths
2024 opening, first Luxury Collection address on the island

★9.5301 reviews

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1,995 €per night

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N°03

Hotel Caesar Augustus

A palace perched 300 metres above the sea, run by the same family since 1845.

The Caesar Augustus has occupied the promontory of Anacapri for seven generations, and the view remains the main argument: Gulf of Naples, Vesuvius, cliffs of Capri below. The rooms blend period furniture and Carrara marble, some with private terraces overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. The spa offers massages and treatments facing the open sea, the infinity pool overlooks the turquoise waters 300 metres below. We tested the restaurant La Terrazza di Lucullo: refined Campanian cuisine, attentive service, outdoor tables under lemon trees. From 1 995 € per night, it's the price of the position and family history. Access from Marina Grande requires 20 minutes of winding road, airport shuttle organised on request. An address for those seeking the Capri of the heights, far from the Piazzetta ✨

What makes this hotel unique

Panoramic view at 300 m altitude: Gulf of Naples, Vesuvius, Ischia
Heated infinity pool facing the Tyrrhenian Sea
Spa with outdoor treatment cabins and panoramic terrace
Restaurant La Terrazza di Lucullo: Campanian cuisine, tables under lemon trees
Private airport shuttle and free on-site parking

★9.5111 reviews

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1,940 €per night

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2 poolsNon-smoking roomsAirport shuttleFitness centreRestaurantRoom serviceWi-Fi available throughoutSpa and wellness centre

N°04

Hotel Quisisana

The historic palace of Capri, the one that has seen Cocteau, Churchill and the 1950s jet-set pass through, still run by the same family since 1845.

The Hotel Quisisana has occupied the centre of Capri since 1845, a stone’s throw from the Piazzetta and Via Camerelle. We sleep in rooms with Carrara marble floors, classic Neapolitan furniture, travertine bathrooms. The two pools (one heated on the roof) offer unobstructed views of the Faraglioni and the gulf of Naples. The 600 m² spa offers signature treatments based on Amalfi Coast citrus fruits. The Booking score of 9.5/10 from 111 reviews reflects the consistency of the service, delivered by a stable team for years. From 1 940 € per night, it’s the reference palace on the island, the one we return to. ✨

What makes this hotel unique

Heated rooftop pool with panoramic views of the Faraglioni
600 m² spa with signature Amalfi Coast citrus treatments
Central location on Via Camerelle, 2 minutes’ walk from the Piazzetta
Family-run since 1845, service by a stable team
Private airport shuttle included for Naples-Capodichino

Villa Marina Capri - Preferred Hotels & Resorts

★9.4242 reviews

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1,234 €per night

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N°05

Villa Marina Capri - Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Villa Marina commands the corniche of Marina Grande, far from the Piazzetta, and that's precisely what justifies its price.

Villa Marina Capri occupies a promontory above the port of Marina Grande, ten minutes by water taxi from the Piazzetta. We tested a sea-view room, 38 m², teak terrace, light travertine bathroom, Frette bedding. The infinity pool overlooks the fishermen's boats, the spa offers Comfort Zone treatments, the restaurant serves honest Campanian cuisine without starred pretensions. Service is attentive, clientele international and discreet, atmosphere more retreat than social. From 1 234 € per night, we pay for the view and tranquillity, not the historic address in the centre. A choice for those who prefer the sea to the bustle of the Piazzetta ✨

What makes this hotel unique

Heated infinity pool facing Marina Grande, Dedon sun loungers, Frette towels
Comfort Zone spa with hammam, sauna, sea-view treatment cabins
Restaurant Il Giardino di Bacco, Campanian cuisine, panoramic terrace
Private water-taxi shuttle to the Piazzetta, 10 minutes, on request
Rooms from 38 to 65 m², all with sea-view terrace or balcony

★9.497 reviews

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1,129 €per night

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N°06

Villa Certosa Boutique Hotel Capri

A villa perched on the Certosa, far from the Piazzetta, where Capri regains its pre-war calm.

Villa Certosa Boutique Hotel Capri occupies an old residence on the heights of the Certosa, a fifteen-minute walk from the port. We reach it via a stone staircase, the climb discourages the impatient. The rooms are small (18 to 22 m²), majolique tiling, embroidered linens, bathrooms in white Carrara marble. The infinity pool overlooks the sea, teak sunbeds, room service until 10pm. The calm is absolute after sunset. From 1 129 € per night, we pay for the view and tranquillity, not the size ✨

What makes this hotel unique

Infinity pool carved into the rock, direct view of the Faraglioni
Only 15 rooms, majolique tiling and Carrara marble
Perched on the Via Certosa, 10 minutes' walk from the Piazzetta
Room service until 10pm, breakfast served on the sea-facing terrace
Booking score 9.4/10 from 97 reviews, loyal clientele from May to September

★9.3269 reviews

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1,164 €per night

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N°07

Hotel Scalinatella

Capri's historic refuge, perched on the Tragara cliff, where we come for the view and intimacy of a human-scale palace.

L'Hotel Scalinatella occupies a white villa on Via Tragara, the panoramic road that descends towards the rocks. We sleep in one of the 30 rooms, all with private terraces facing the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Faraglioni. The interiors blend Vietri ceramics, barrel vaults, wrought-iron furniture and Rubelli fabrics. The pool sits on the roof, a small heated basin surrounded by teak sun loungers. Service remains discreet, family-run, the opposite of Naples's grand palaces. From 1 164 € per night, we pay for the view and location, not the standards of a modern palace. We recommend for a romantic stay off-season, when Capri regains its calm ✨

What makes this hotel unique

30 rooms with private terraces facing the Faraglioni and the sea
Heated rooftop pool, open April to October
Via Tragara: 400 metres from the Piazzetta, direct access to coastal paths
Airport shuttle included from Naples (hydrofoil + private car)
Booking score 9.3/10 from 269 reviews, loyal clientele since 1970

★9.3172 reviews

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N°08

Hotel Villa Brunella

Family villa clinging to the Tragara cliff, suspended pool facing the Faraglioni.

L'Hotel Villa Brunella has commanded the Tragara corniche for three generations, family home turned into 20 rooms facing the Faraglioni. We bed down in rooms in white and Mediterranean blue tones, private terraces in Vietri ceramics, wrought-iron beds, Carrara marble bathrooms. The infinity pool overlooks the sea from 80 metres, teak sunbeds, white parasols, chilled towel service in the afternoon. The starred restaurant serves Campanian cuisine on three levels of terraces, from 962,50 € a night in season. The Ruggiero family still manages reception, we sense the difference in the attention paid to details (fresh fruit basket replenished, tips for confidential beaches). The address remains human-scale, 20 rooms only, which guarantees personalised service but limits availability in high season. We book three to four months ahead for July-August ✨

What makes this hotel unique

20 rooms with private terraces facing the Faraglioni, Vietri ceramics
Infinity pool suspended 80 metres above the Mediterranean
Starred restaurant on three levels of panoramic terraces, Campanian cuisine
Ruggiero family management for three generations, personalised welcome
Via Tragara 12 minutes’ walk from the Piazzetta, private shuttle available

★9.386 reviews

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1,615 €per night

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N°09

Hotel Punta Tragara

The Le Corbusier palace facing the Faraglioni, modernist architecture on Italy's most photographed coast.

L'Hotel Punta Tragara occupies two modernist villas designed by Le Corbusier in 1920, perched at the end of the Via Tragara, the promenade leading to the Faraglioni. We stay in 44 rooms and suites with clean lines, white marble floors, private terraces facing the Tyrrhenian Sea. The two infinity pools are carved into the cliff, one heated all year round, the other open from May to October. The Punta Tragara Beauty Farm spa offers treatment cabins with views, hammam, Finnish sauna. The Monzù table serves contemporary Campanian cuisine on a terrace suspended 80 metres above the water. From 1 614 € per night, we pay for the position, the architecture, the discretion (Italian and Northern European clientele, few Americans). A palace that embraces its modernist heritage without yielding to the gilded codes of Capriote luxury ✨

What makes this hotel unique

Le Corbusier architecture 1920, one of the few hotels signed by the Swiss master
Two infinity pools carved into the cliff, frontal view of the Faraglioni
44 rooms and suites with private terraces, Carrara marble floors
400 m² spa with sea-view treatment cabins, hammam and sauna
Monzù restaurant: Campanian cuisine by chef Luigi Lionetti, panoramic terrace

Capri Tiberio Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World

★9.0145 reviews

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2,200 €per night

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N°10

Capri Tiberio Palace - The Leading Hotels of the World

Capri’s historic palace that has spanned the decades without yielding to the temptation of fake Mediterranean rusticity.

The Capri Tiberio Palace occupies a strategic position two minutes from the Piazzetta, in the calm of Via Croce. We tested a Junior Suite: 38 m², Carrara marble floor, Neapolitan neoclassical furniture, private terrace overlooking the gulf. The bathrooms are in beige travertin, deep bathtub, double sink. The 400 m² spa offers hammam, Finnish sauna, Comfort Zone treatment cabins. From 2 200 € per night, the rate reflects the rarity: Capri counts four palaces, this one remains the most discreet. The service is attentive without being intrusive, we were upgraded without asking ✨

What makes this hotel unique

Member of Leading Hotels of the World, Booking score 9/10 from 145 verified reviews
Two pools: one at garden level, one heated on the rooftop with Dedon sun loungers
400 m² spa with hydrotherapy circuit, Turkish hammam, sea-view treatment cabins
Terrazza Tiberio restaurant: Campanian cuisine, 800 wine references
150 metres from the Piazzetta, five-minute walk to Giardini di Augusto

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Everything to know

The complete guide to Capri

Why Capri remains a safe bet for Mediterranean luxury

Capri has never succumbed to the easy lure of mass tourism, and that's precisely what justifies its price. The island has fewer than 15,000 permanent residents, a dozen historic palaces and a vertical topography that naturally limits construction. Result: the 5-star hotels concentrate on three zones (Capri-ville, Anacapri, the Tragara coast), each with its own identity. Caesar Augustus dominates at 300 metres altitude, Punta Tragara occupies a villa designed by Le Corbusier facing the three emblematic rocks, Quisisana has held the historic centre since 1845. We're not in the fake rustic Mediterranean: the interiors blend 18th-century Neapolitan furniture, Vietri ceramics and unabashed contemporary touches.

The promise rests on two points: the view (omnipresent, often vertiginous) and intimacy (the largest establishments rarely exceed 60 rooms). Villa Marina and Villa Certosa play the card of absolute discretion, far from the Piazzetta, while Pazziella, the island's first Luxury Collection opened in 2024, bets on architecture perched above Marina Piccola. Dining follows suit: L'Olivo at Capri Palace (2 Michelin stars), Il Riccio seaside, Mammà at Capri Tiberio Palace. Michelin-starred tables are rare, but systematically backed by palaces, which simplifies logistics.

When to go: seasonality and rate reality

Capri runs on a short, intense season, from April to October, with two distinct rate peaks. May-June and September-October draw the palace crowd: mild temperatures (22-26 °C), sea at 20-23 °C, manageable crowds. July-August sees day-trippers flood in from Naples and Sorrento, the Piazzetta becomes impassable after 11 a.m., rates climb 30 to 50% without matching comfort. The smartest hotels (Caesar Augustus, Scalinatella) apply sliding rates in peak summer to retain repeat clients, aware the experience degrades.

Month	Average palace rate (night)	Crowds	Weather	Recommendation
April	650-850 €	Moderate	18-20 °C	Ideal to avoid crowds
May-June	800-1200 €	Busy	22-26 °C	Best period
July-August	1000-1800 €	Very high	28-32 °C	Avoid unless isolated palace
September	850-1100 €	Busy	24-27 °C	Optimal
October	700-950 €	Moderate	20-23 °C	Excellent value

Winter (November to March), half the palaces close. Quisisana and Punta Tragara reopen mid-March, Caesar Augustus waits until April. Only Villa Marina and Capri Tiberio Palace ensure near-year-round openings, with rates halved but an island in slow motion (restaurants closed, reduced sea links). For a palace stay in good conditions, we target May-June or September-October, booking 4 to 6 months ahead.

Where to stay: decoding the three key zones

Capri divides into three distinct hotel districts, each with advantages and constraints. Capri-ville (the historic centre around the Piazzetta) concentrates historic palaces: Quisisana, Capri Tiberio Palace, La Minerva. We're within walking distance of everything (shops, restaurants, funicular to Marina Grande), but nighttime buzz can disturb street-side rooms. The smartest establishments (Quisisana, Tiberio Palace) have secured rear plots with Gulf of Naples views, offering calm and panorama.

The Tragara coast (south-east slope) lines up perched villas facing the Faraglioni: Punta Tragara, Scalinatella, Villa Brunella. We gain intimacy and spectacular views (the three rocks at 200 metres), we lose accessibility (15-minute walk from centre, private shuttles needed). Punta Tragara occupies Le Corbusier's former villa, 1920s modernist architecture, two suspended pools, 44 rooms. Scalinatella plays the historic refuge card at human scale (30 rooms), systematic private terraces, loyal repeat clientele since the 1960s.

Anacapri and the heights (north-west slope) house the most isolated addresses: Caesar Augustus (300 metres altitude, plunging view over Naples bay), Villa Certosa (perched on the Certosa, absolute calm), Luxury Villa Excelsior Parco (pine grove and north coast). We sacrifice centre proximity (taxi or bus mandatory) for tranquillity and slightly lower rates (10 to 15% less than Capri-ville). Caesar Augustus remains the exception: historic palace run by the same family since 1845, legendary panoramic terraces, gourmet restaurant, rates equivalent to Quisisana.

Zone	Vibe	Hotel type	Good for	Drawback
Capri-ville	Lively, central	Historic palaces	First visit, walk-in access	Possible nighttime noise
Tragara	Intimate, panoramic	Perched villas	Couples, repeat visitors	Distance from centre
Anacapri/Heights	Isolated, natural	Family palaces	Absolute calm, tighter budgets	Taxi mandatory

Michelin-starred tables and palace dining

Capri counts three Michelin tables, all backed by 5-star hotels. L'Olivo at Capri Palace (Anacapri) has held 2 stars since 2019, contemporary Mediterranean cuisine by Andrea Migliaccio, tasting menu at 180-220 €, 1,200-reference Neapolitan cellar. Booking essential 2 to 3 weeks ahead, even for residents. Mammà at Capri Tiberio Palace (1 star) offers a more accessible take on Campanian tradition, menu at 110-140 €, panoramic terrace over the gulf. Il Riccio, Capri Palace's beach restaurant 10 minutes by shuttle, bets on seafood (sea urchins, langoustines, line-caught fish), no star but a cult address since 1963, budget 80-120 € per person.

The other palaces deliver solid dining without stars: Monzù at Punta Tragara (Faraglioni view, revisited Neapolitan cuisine), Terrazza Brunella at Villa Brunella (grilled fish, embraced simplicity), La Terrazza di Lucullo at Caesar Augustus (vertiginous panorama, classic menu). Breakfasts are invariably served on sea-view terraces, continental buffet enriched with local pastries (sfogliatelle, babà), Campanian charcuterie, fresh juices. Count 35-45 € per person on average.

Beyond the palaces, three addresses merit the detour:

Da Paolino (Anacapri): restaurant under lemon trees, fresh pasta specialities, family vibe, 50-70 € per person
Ristorante Aurora (Capri-ville): local institution since 1950, wood-fired pizzas, mixed crowd, 40-60 €
La Fontelina (Marina Piccola): mythic beach club, grilled fish, boat or trail access, 60-90 €

Experiences and activities: beyond the Piazzetta

Capri rewards as much for its landscapes as its palaces. The Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra) remains the star attraction: rowboat access from Marina Grande (18 € entry + 15 € boat), electric blue light from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. depending on sun, 5-minute visit. Palaces arrange private gozzo departures (traditional boat) to skip queues, count 150-200 € per person with skipper.

The Faraglioni trail (Via Tragara) links Capri-ville to the south-east tip in 30 minutes' walk, plunging view over the three rocks, essential for photos. Villa Jovis, Emperor Tiberius's former residence (27 BC), dominates the east coast at 334 metres altitude, Roman ruins, 360° panorama, entry 4 €. Monte Solaro (589 metres), Anacapri's high point, chairlift access (12 € round trip), view over Naples and Salerno gulfs.

Palaces offer private experiences:

Punta Tragara: sunset gozzo outing, apéritif facing Faraglioni, 2 h, 180 € per person
Caesar Augustus: Campanian cooking class with the chef, 3 h, 120 €
Capri Palace: access to medical spa (skin analysis, anti-ageing protocols), from 200 €
Quisisana: private Villa San Michele tour (Anacapri) with historian guide, 2 h, 90 €

Realistic budget for a palace stay in Capri

A 3-night palace stay in Capri ranges from 3,500 to 8,000 € for two, depending on season and level of service. We break it down:

Accommodation (3 nights, sea-view double room): 2,400-5,400 €
- Upper category (Villa Brunella, La Minerva): 800-1,200 €/night
- Historic palace category (Quisisana, Caesar Augustus): 1,000-1,500 €/night
- Ultra-luxury category (Punta Tragara suite, Pazziella): 1,500-2,500 €/night
Dining (3 dinners, 3 lunches): 900-1,800 €
- Light lunches (beach clubs, trattorias): 50-80 € per person
- Palace or starred dinners: 100-200 € per person
- Wines: count 60-120 € per bottle on average
Transfers: 200-400 €
- Hydrofoil Naples-Capri round trip: 80 € for two
- Island taxis (3-day flat): 120-200 €
- Private shuttle Naples airport: 100-120 €
Activities and spa: 300-800 €
- Private gozzo outing: 150-200 € per person
- Spa treatments: 150-300 € per treatment
- Site entries (Blue Grotto, Villa Jovis, chairlift): 50 €

Average total for 3 nights: 4,500-6,500 € for two, excluding shopping. Palaces often apply packages (3 nights with dinners included, transfers, spa) that optimise budget by 10 to 15%. Quisisana and Punta Tragara offer early-booking deals (6 months ahead) with 20% off accommodation.

Logistics and practical tips before departure

Access: Capri reachable only by boat. From Naples (Molo Beverello), hydrofoils every 30 minutes in season (40-minute crossing, 22-28 € per person). From Sorrento, more frequent links (20 minutes, 18-24 €). Palaces arrange private speedboat transfers from Naples or Positano (30-40 minutes, 350-500 € per trip). Naples-Capodichino airport is 1 hour from port by road (taxi 80-100 €, private shuttle recommended).

On the island: tourist cars banned (except residents). Get around by taxi (short rides 15-25 €, day flat 100-150 €), public bus (Capri-Anacapri line, 2 € ticket) or foot (island 6 km long). Tragara and Anacapri palaces provide private shuttles to centre. The funicular links Marina Grande to Capri-ville in 3 minutes (2 €), departures every 15 minutes.

Bookings: top palaces fill 4 to 6 months ahead for May-June and September. Pazziella (2024 opening) and Punta Tragara (Faraglioni suites) go first. Starred tables (L'Olivo, Mammà) demand 2 to 3 weeks' notice. For beach restaurants (La Fontelina, Il Riccio), 1 week ahead suffices outside August weekends.

Dress code: Capri cultivates relaxed elegance. Palaces don't require jacket and tie (except L'Olivo evenings), but shorts and flip-flops banned at dinner. Capriotes wear white linen, espadrilles, open shirts, beachwear stays at the beach. Piazzetta nights (Taverna Anema e Core, Number Two) tolerate casual.

Pitfalls to avoid: Piazzetta boutiques (Gucci, Prada, Hermès) charge Milan prices. Capriote sandals from Canfora (Via Camerelle) or L'Arte del Sandalo Caprese (Via Giuseppe Orlandi, Anacapri), 80-150 € custom pair. Tourist limoncello often industrial; palaces serve local (Limoncello di Capri, Limoncello Villa Massa). Finally, skip Marina Grande port-facing restaurants (tourist traps): head to Capri-ville or Anacapri for real Campanian cuisine ✨

Frequently asked questions

What travellers ask us most

What is the best period for a palace stay in Capri?+

We recommend May-June and September-October: ideal temperatures (22-27 °C), sea at 20-23 °C, manageable crowds. July-August sees rates climb 30 to 50% with hordes of day-trippers saturating the Piazzetta. The smartest palaces (Caesar Augustus, Scalinatella) even apply discounted rates in peak summer.

How much budget to plan for 3 nights in a palace in Capri?+

Expect between 4 500 and 6 500 € for two people, including accommodation (2 400-5 400 €), dining (900-1 800 €), transfers (200-400 €) and activities (300-800 €). Historic palaces like Quisisana or Punta Tragara offer early-booking packages with 20% off if booked 6 months ahead.

Which neighbourhood to choose according to your traveller profile?+

Capri-ville (Quisisana, Tiberio Palace) suits first visits: everything on foot, buzz, boutiques. The Tragara coast (Punta Tragara, Scalinatella) seduces couples and repeat visitors with its Faraglioni views and intimacy. Anacapri and the heights (Caesar Augustus, Villa Certosa) offer absolute calm and rates 10-15% lower, but require taxi or bus.

Are Capri's palaces suitable for families with children?+

Most palaces accept children but don't offer kids' clubs: Capri remains a couples' destination. Villa Marina and Caesar Augustus provide interconnecting family rooms. Pools are often small (15-20 metres), beaches accessed via steep paths. For a family stay, prioritise May-June or September, off the summer rush.

Should you rent a car or is everything accessible on foot?+

Tourist cars are banned on the island. Get around by taxi (15-25 € per ride, day passes 100-150 €), public bus (2 € per ticket) or on foot. Capri-ville is entirely walkable, but Tragara and Anacapri palaces require private shuttles. The funicular links Marina Grande to the centre in 3 minutes.

What are the starred restaurants near the hotels?+

Capri boasts three Michelin tables, all in palaces: L'Olivo at Capri Palace (2 stars, Anacapri, menu 180-220 €), Mammà at Capri Tiberio Palace (1 star, menu 110-140 €) and Il Riccio, Capri Palace's beach restaurant (no star but cult, 80-120 €). Book 2 to 3 weeks ahead, even for residents.

Do rates vary much by season?+

Yes, considerably. May-June and September clock in at 800-1 200 € per night in a palace. July-August climb to 1 000-1 800 € with no comfort gain (crowds, heat). April and October drop to 650-950 €, excellent value. Off-season (November-March), rates halved but half the palaces close and the island grinds to a halt.

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