Amalfi Coast, ItalyPraiano
Hotel Piccolo Sant'Andrea
Whitewashed cliffside villa
Whitewashed cliffside villa
The former family home perches on Praiano's cliffs, trading Amalfi's usual bustle for quiet sea terraces.
What it’s good at
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Between Positano and Amalfi on a stretch of coast that rarely does understatement, Piccolo Sant'Andrea takes a more discreet position in Praiano, above a pool terrace that drops straight toward the sea.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Praiano sits between Positano and Amalfi, elevated above the coastal road with open views toward Capri.
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The rooms
Curved white walls stay bright and cool, decorated with subtle Venetian art accents and wide sea views.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor infinity pool looks straight out over the water toward the Li Galli islands and Capri.
The baths
A heated hydromassage pool rests beneath stone arches, with a sauna and sensory showers steps away.
The spa
Massages and body rituals take place in private treatment rooms, or outdoors on a terrace above the sea.
At the table
Pietra Piana serves Campanian coastal dishes on a terrace facing Positano, and Panorama Bar pours sunset aperitifs.
How it began
Venetian entrepreneur Odino Sartori built the cliffside home in the 1970s, before his four children opened it to guests.
Amalfi Coast
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.