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Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

OLD MEETS NEW AT GRAND HOTEL CONVENTO DI AMALFI

5th November 2018

Last Updated on 21st August 2020 by Bejal

The second leg of our Amalfi Coast stop was the actual town of Amalfi involving a stay at The NH Collection Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi. The hotel is owned by a Spanish group and is quite the monument on the coast of Amalfi. For many centuries this beautiful place made up of flights of steep steps, a stunning cave and the reason I booked it, the cloister and not forgetting the lemon gardens, has drawn visitors from all around the world to revel in its evoking inspiration.

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  •  A Capuccino Monk History
  • Hotel Entrance & Communal Spaces
  • Abodes
  •  Wining & Dining
  • The Coastal Town on Amalfi
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Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

 A Capuccino Monk History

The foundation of the property is said to date back to 1212 and was habituated by the order of Cappuccin monks who set up church in the Cappuccini cave, which is still in the hotel. During 1813-1836, the hotel was turned into an Inn or Locanda after being assigned to the Archbishop of Amalfi and by 18661, it became the Nautical institute! 

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

A big restoration project took place in 1899 with reconstruction of the dilapidating aisle. This work was undertaken spanning many years by the Cappuccini Friars who first set this up as their place of worship. Since 2011, Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi, is a charter member of Historic Hotels Worldwide.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Hotel Entrance & Communal Spaces

Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi is accessed via a small entrance on the ground floor as the hotel stands on a bend in the road, with temporary parking opposite – just enough time to unload and be met by the hotel staff. Hardly surprising as it’s located on the edge of a coastal road. The lift transports you up seven floors into the main part of the hotel, where you can easily access the reception area, the beautiful church and the cloister.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

There is also Monks Walk (which now forms part of the beautiful terrace area with intertwining fuchsia pink flowers. This walkway leads onto the beautiful gardens, a poolside alfresco dining area and the stunning infinity pool.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

The whole property drops vertically and there are tasteful reminders of the structural monastery origins. Neutral whites and woods are used to in a contemporary but stylish fashion in the communal areas.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Apart from the infinity pool on the terrace, there’s  a wellness area with a spa, a gym, a reading room and cascading gardens providing those picture perfect views.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

There is also a Valet parking service, just in case you’ve hired a car for your coastal trip and the hotel provides a free shuttle service into the town of Amalfi, however I’d recommend the short walk. The hotel staff can guide you through their grounds and it really is only 15-20 minutes.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Abodes

Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi consists of 53 rooms, from standard, to family sized, to junior suites to the Eremite Suite (a private location at the top of some steep steps boasting panoramic views with a hot tub) with amazing views of the coast. Rooms can be small as they are housed after all in a converted monastery and used to be the monk’s cells.

Abodes are located along, long monasteric corridors with vaulted ceilings and have black and white hung images of the property. The interiors are of a cool, neutral, contemporary style with lots of white creating a calming environment against the coastal location.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Our Junior Suite, on the fourth floor comprised a large hallway with terracotta flooring, which led onto a bright white contemporary styled bedroom area.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Just off the hallway stone steps led up into a dressing area on the left and an exposed shower to the right with a beautiful vanity area ahead. 

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

The room comprised all the usual amenities with beautiful touches of fizz and sweet treats left for us to devour.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

All along one side of the wall were unobstructed views of the town of Amalfi and the ocean. It was truly magical.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Just one point to note though the shower is visible from the bedroom area and therefore this is a room that you want to share with possibly a partner rather than a friend, if you know what I mean!

 Wining & Dining

If it’s a drink your after then I’d thoroughly recommend the Dei Capuccini bar, which has an enviable location right on the terrace facing the sea, perfect suntrap amidst the beautiful blooms and trellises.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi has two fine restaurants. One of which is non-Italian (Japanese) and quite rarity for the Amalfi Coast. The dinner – only Kyushi restaurant (open April-October!) The Japanese trained chef Julian Marmol from Madrid specialises in fusion Japanese dishes using Neapolitan ingredients such as nigari of Salmon with local Amalfi lemons and Gyozo with Neapolitan sauce. There is also an à la carte menu and two tasting menus to choose from.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

There is also an open air more casual restaurant to dine in, La Locanda, which features al fresco dining with a bar and relaxed cushioned seating areas.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Myself and Dr C had dinner booked at the hotel’s restaurant, Dei Capuccini, which serves authentic Italian fare, on the terrace outside. The menu is most definitely Mediterranean, with Chef Natale Giunta using local ingredients with classic cooking styles.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

With the twinkling lights of Amalfi behind us we feasted on an amuse bouche deep fried pizza, a starter of aubergine pie filled with buffalo mozzarella in a cherry tomato sauce with fresh basil from the hotel’s garden and chocolate crumb.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

The mains for me was beautifully cooked cod served with classic and deconstructed caponata and Dr C had slow cooked pork cheek cooked with wild mushrooms and black truffle.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Breakfast is also served at Dei Capuccini and is said to be one of the most varied on the coast. There was a huge selection of cold and warm buffet with items cooked to order. I’m sure you’ll agree there is no better breakfast location in Amalfi to see the sea glisten with the sun’s rays, whilst enjoying your morning coffee.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

The Coastal Town on Amalfi

As I eluded to earlier, the coastal town of Amalfi is simply minutes away and I would definitely recommend a visit if you’re staying here.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Walking along the small quaint local-residence lined alleyways is just an adventure in itself. Visit the local shops selling an array of lemons, stop by at a local café and sample some pizza or Limoncello, walk up to the steps of Amalfi cathedral from Piazza del Duomo.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

We walked to the beach and along the pier to get a view of this perfect coastal location.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

After all this beautiful coastline is named after this town. Amalfi is simply a stunner and for this level of beauty it does attract the crowds.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

The ferries start pulling in the crowds around mid-morning, so I’d recommend going earlier in the morning or late afternoon/early evening. You can always spend the rest of the time relaxing in the beautiful tranquil gardens, infinity pool or terrace at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi.

Sheer Unadulterated Perfection For…

Honeymoons (oh yes!), romantic getaways, anniversaries, special occasions, child friendly (there are a few family rooms), business (more social business I’d say!!)

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Have you been to Amalfi? Tell me what you thought and whether The Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi is a place you would consider for a stay.

Old Meets New at Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Disclosure: We received a complimentary upgrade to the Junior Suite in exchange for this review. All opinions, views and photography are my own and therefore remain a copyright of be-lavie.

Read all about my first stop on the Amalfi Coast at The Bemond Hotel Caruso in Ravello.

COASTAL SPLENDOUR AT THE BELMOND HOTEL CARUSO, RAVELLO

NH Collection Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi

Via Annunziatella, 46

84011 Amalfi 

Tel. +39 089 873 6711

Reservations can be made directly through NH Collection Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi’s  website

À Bientôt…

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Bejal

I’m Bejal aka Be, an ex-scientist turned travel writer and digital content creator. I have travelled to 6 continents, visited 70 plus countries, including an around the world trip, making me quite the expert in crafting intricate itineraries. I love to discover some of the world's more remote destinations and stay in some incredible hidden location eco-hotels. My aim is to transport you, my audience, to inspirational and cultural global spots that are less visited and allow you to see the 'real' and authentic side of destinations through detailed guides with a sprinkling of luxury. The spotlight is on eco-friendly responsible experiential travel with lifelong memories.

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  • ndsouza2006
    5th November 2018

    This makes me want to go on holiday to Amalfi now. Sounds amazing and the hotel has so much character to it. The room looks perfect too and those views are just fabulous

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    • Bejal
      ndsouza2006
      5th November 2018

      Yes you must go one day, it’s beautiful and just like (if not better) than in the photos. This hotel is stunning, with so much history behind it and has a spectacular location.

      Reply
  • Binny
    5th November 2018

    What an amazing hotel with epic views!!

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    • Bejal
      Binny
      6th November 2018

      It was just breath-taking and outstandingly beautiful!

      Reply
  • Harpreet
    5th November 2018

    This reminds me of the historic pousadas in Portugal….what a stunning hotel! Amalfi is firmly up on my wanderlustlist, now even more so!

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    • Bejal
      Harpreet
      6th November 2018

      Ahhh Harpreet, it is simply out of this world. You have to go. Everything you see about the coastline is magnified in beauty when you’re there!

      Reply
  • thetravelsofmrsb
    5th November 2018

    Those views are breathtaking! The food sounds incredible too!

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    • Bejal
      thetravelsofmrsb
      6th November 2018

      I really can’t rave about it enough! It’s one of my most beautiful places I’ve visited!

      Reply
  • louiseloveslondon
    5th November 2018

    I am speechless (again) This is soooo romantic! Why, oh why haven’t I been here? Your photos are as always stunning and a real inspiration! I can only dream about sitting at that table with a view, that is out of this world! Love you choice of hotels!
    Louise X

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    • Bejal
      louiseloveslondon
      6th November 2018

      If it’s romance you want Louise, this is definitely the place. A lot of Amore for sure!! Thanks so much as always for your lovely comments. If you ever need hotel advice for the Amalfi coast, you know where to come. B xx

      Reply
  • Lara Olivia
    6th November 2018

    What an absolutely stunning place, I love the old meets new aesthetic, and your photography is #goals. xo

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    • Bejal
      Lara Olivia
      6th November 2018

      It was simply beautiful Lara. Thankyou, that is praise coming from such a great creative like yourself xx

      Reply
  • Diary of a Londoness
    6th November 2018

    Stunning Bejal! I went to Amalfi a couple of years ago and stayed at the Santa Caterina. The Grand also looks exquisite. When life gives you lots and lots of juicy, Amalfian lemons…..

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    • Bejal
      Diary of a Londoness
      7th November 2018

      Thankyou Scarlett. Haha, life does give you lots and lots of juicy lemons, you gotta take advantage of them!! Amalfi is a beaut and how gorgeous is Santa Caterina?!

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  • Shareen
    10th November 2018

    Your pictures are STUNNING! I would love to visit here.

    http://www.pearlsandparis.com

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    • Bejal
      Shareen
      10th November 2018

      Ah thankyou Shareen for stopping by and your lovely comments. You really should try and visit, it’s utterly breath-taking!

      Reply
  • Jen
    10th November 2018

    This looks like the perfect mix of old meets new! Perfect coastal views and valet service? Sign me up! Also that menu sounds divine, I need some slow cooked pork cheek in my life. Lovely!

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    • Bejal
      Jen
      10th November 2018

      Yes you have to go, it’s just perfection! Haha, yes the food is outstanding!You must go!

      Reply
  • SecretMoona
    10th November 2018

    Oh my, this hotel is …. splendid! If I ever stay in such a lovely hotel, I worry that I will spend my days inside and not explore, haha! Where do I sign? PS: your pictures as beautiful as ever.

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    • Bejal
      SecretMoona
      11th November 2018

      Haha trust me just as gorgeous outside as it is inside and I assure you some how you will make teh efforts to enjoy those views and sunshine!Thanks so much for dropping by and the compliments.

      Reply

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