Late breakfasts for late starts sum up Borgo Santandrea’s stance on how time should be spent within its fortress-style walls. Days are slow and worries are low, the same mood that defined the chic beachy escapes of the 1960s that originally saw this property shine. Now, a careful renovation has brought the hotel’s luxuries up to speed; a pretty coastal aesthetic paints the suites in crisp whites and blues, with mid-century silhouettes meeting artisanal Mediterranean elegance inside. The star of the show is undoubtedly the view, where blue sky melts into even bluer water through the frames of substantial windows in every room.  

Boats make up the bulk of transportation, with the hotel’s private jetty cheating the typical Amalfi traffic and whisking guests off to explore the likes of Positano and Capri with ease. It’s also one of the few hotels in the area to offer the ultimate indulgence – a private beach. A scenic stroll through the gardens or handy lift from the hotel is the way to get to the water’s edge, where loungers beckon under umbrellas and icy Aperols wait at the Beach Club’s bar. There’s the Pizzeria and Grill there too, the more laid-back of the restaurants at the hotel – a trio completed by Michelin-starred Alici and traditional flavour-focused Marinella Restaurant.