Reviews of Casa Costabella
House in Amalfi, Italy
Kathleen J.
Kew Gardens, New York
United States
VERIFIED
Spacious apartment with extraordinary view
September 2024 - We enjoyed our week at Casa Costabella waking up to an extraordinary view ever morning and having dinner twice out on the terrace. The apartment was spacious, the tile floor easy to walk on, the two bathrooms helpful, and the clothes washer and clothes rack a boon.
Ms Basilia was extremely helpful to us in meeting us and contacting the electric vehicle transport company to bring us and our luggage up to the apartment on the first day. Basilia also showed us a book of paper which members of her family make -- the last paper-making company in Amalfi. It is the one thing we didn't do -- go up to the factory and take their tour and see their museum. However, bought 3 packs of paper and envelopes as lightweight gifts for friends at home from a little paper and book shop on the right about half way up in the town.
We felt in extremely good hands with Summer In Italy. It was a relief to know we could access them if there was anything we couldn't handle. All our messages to them were always answered promptly and with the correct info. A huge relief. Amalfi and the entire coast is very crowded besides having very high heat. You are also climbing a lot and so there is a lot coming at you all the time. At least we knew we had a safe, secure place to stay. An oasis. We chose their service because of the range of apartments and locations they offered. We would use them again and will tell you you will be well taken care of. Thank you Luca and Klint for your professionalism. It was noted and very appreciated.
Travel tips
- New guests should be ready for the amount of steps that are required to get up and down to town and to ferries every day.
- No food stores right nearby, but down in town. Bring a spare sac for each outing.
- Had wonderful pizza at Pizzeria Donna Stella, lemon sorbet at Royal Gelato, anything at Pasticceria Pansa with wonderful waiters and staff inside, and excellent food shopping at the two modest yet well stocked food markets in the town.
- We can recommend the beach club in Atrani (easy walk), the tour of the Cathedral of Amalfi, an easy day trip to Paestum via ferry and IC train from Salerno, and a beach club day at Santa Croce (they pick you up at Amalfi dock).
- Plan your energy well to avoid extra climbing.
- Listen for early morning donkey bells carrying Amalfi lemons down the pathway! We heard and saw them Sunday morning!
- Our phone didn't work and she made the arrangements for us after we contacted her through WhatsApp. Important to have this app for everyone and everything in Italy, but be sure your US carrier allows calls within country, not just back to US. We fixed it later with a $10/month added charge and used it several times to make dinner reservations and check if places were closed.
JoAnne S.
Brentwood Bay
Canada
VERIFIED
Spectacular views
April 2024 - We enjoyed Casa Costabella very much. The view was spectacular. The suite was well equipped, clean and met all our needs.
This is our second booking with Summer In Italy. They have lovely properties, are excellent communicators, and provide all information you might need for your stay and more. No improvement needed. Thank you!
Travel tips
- As the Amalfi terrain is so steep, you must be prepared for stairs to most locations, including to most accommodations. Expect to carry your bags up stairs or pathways.
- We recommend taking the "Sita" buses to the different towns to explore. This is not only to visit all the beautiful sites, but also for the experience of travelling the Amalfi coast road by bus! Very reasonable and exciting way to view the Amalfi!!
- There are many wonderful restaurants to choose from. These really stood out for us: In the town of Amalfi "Stella Donna" for authentic Pizza and many other delicious menu items, "Da Gemma" for a special and excellent meal and also Taverna Buonvicino. In Salerno, we highly recommend Pizzeria Giagiu... wow excellent unique pizza and delightful, generous service.
- Don't hesitate to wander up the many paths and stairs in every village. Doing so, you will find many hidden gems and a fuller Amalfi experience as well as an excellent work out!
- We used AmalfiCar for our transport from Salerno train station to our accommodation in Amalfi and the service was excellent. We think any other recommended by "Summer In Italy" would also be excellent.
Rachel M.
Melbourne
Australia
VERIFIED
We absolutely loved our stay here
June 2023 - The place was spotless, well equipped and very comfortable. The location was incredible with an amazing view of Amalfi, really couldn’t ask for more. We would definitely recommend staying here.
The host was so warm and made our arrival seamless and welcoming.
Very happy with the helpfulness of ‘Summer In Italy’. They were professional, friendly and helpful making the whole experience great.
Travel tips
- Just be prepared for the stiff walk up to the apartment from the town, though there is a great porter service that will take your luggage up to the apartment from the centre of town. A mercy when you are a family of four travelling with enough stuff for a month!
Jürgen C.
Ludwigshafen/Rhein
Germany
VERIFIED
Wonderful location
June 2022 - Wonderful location and beautiful view to Amalfi.
Summer In Italy were very competent with quick response.
Rohan
New York, NY, United States
VERIFIED
Wonderful views of the fairytale coastline
August 2019 - This was a fantastic place to stay. The apartment was huge, the view even better than advertised, the apartment or house really, was spotless and luxurious. All night you also have wonderful views of the fairytale town of Amalfi and visiting ships.
In spite of the heat in August the combination of outside window block out blinds combined with short bursts of air conditioning made the apartment a cool have at all times.
We got fit walking up and down the steps to town but there is always a swim awaiting you in the Mediterranean at anytime day or night or a cool shower and relax on the beautiful verandah looking out over Amalfi and the bay.
Basilia [the owner] was very helpful anytime we wanted and helped with tours around town, restaurants, places to visit etc.
We loved our week in Amalfi - all we can say it was far too short and we can hardly wait to come back.
Travel tips
- Amalfi is a wonderful town, still full of its own Italian locals as well as of course many international and Italian tourists in August. However, unlike Positano it still retains its very friendly Italian community feeling and is very much a holiday for all age groups. If you want to spend time in Positano it is only 25 minutes away by frequent ferry for 8 Euros, and you will long to return to Amalfi.
- Salerno is only an 1 hr 15 min bus trip away for 2 Euros, a great trip and the return by ferry in 35 mins. Salerno is a wonderful revamped town, with many shops is all types - Italian to brand name International all along one Main Street and branching gorgeous alleyways. In Salerno is the most amazing Cathedral with a fantastic crypt.
Noemi
Downey, CA, United States
VERIFIED
Excellent
May 2019 - Casa Costabella has an amazing view! The pictures are accurate but they don’t do it justice. We loved it!
The beds are comfortable and the place has everything you need if you want to cook a meal. We did that a few times and just sat on the balcony admiring the scenery. We would definitely stay here again!
One important note, there are many stairs to get to the apartment and no elevator (lift). We had no issues with that but it is definitely something to consider if you have problems walking up stairs.
Ashley
Asheville, NC, United States
VERIFIED
Convenient for day trips
April 2019 - Casa Costabella is spotless and provides everything you need for a comfortable stay.
The location is close enough to easily walk into town and to the area from which buses and ferries depart. We were able to take several day trips during our stay without any problem.
As others have said, the view is absolutely stunning. There are big picture windows in the living room and in the master bedroom, which opens to the balcony, that allow you to take it all in.
All in all, the apartment suited us perfectly! Thank you!
Julie
Cedar Hill, TX, United States
VERIFIED
Amazing views
April 2019 - Great apartment with an amazing view! It looked just as the pictures showed and there was plenty of room.
There were 5 of us so we really liked that there were two bathrooms.
Basilia [the owner] could not have been nicer or more helpful! Great trip!
Kayla
Charlotte, NC, United States
VERIFIED
Authentic house with an amazing view.
September 2018 - Casa Costabella is wonderful. The highlight is the balcony. The view is absolutely amazing!!
From the town it’s about 200 steps but it is totally worth it to see that view. And it only takes about 15 minutes to walk down to the center of the city.
The apartment itself is a little older styled but it makes it authentic. Would definitely recommend!
Sergio
Montevideo, Uruguay
VERIFIED
Excellent
September 2018 - We have been at Casa Costabella for a week. The apartment is in perfect condition for use and especially has a balcony that invites you to be in it, as long as possible. Eating, or just resting when observing the wonderful view after a day of boat or bus trips, and walks through the streets of the various villages in this area of Italy that has a paradisaical enclave.
Amalfi turns out to be an important and almost equidistant logistics center for all places of interest. From there, either they leave, or it is one of the first stops of all the means of land and sea communication to all those places, which is important if we take into account especially that the buses arrive full with people standing at the different destinations.
Perhaps the only drawback of this property turns out to be the steps and the ramp to reach from sea level. But without that, it would not have the great view that it has.
Melinda
New South Wales, Australia
VERIFIED
A very enjoyable stay!
July 2018 - We had a great stay at Casa Costabella. Great views and lots of space for a family of 6.
Short 10 minute walk to town of Amalfi - return trip has quite a few stairs but that's the small price for the great views of Amalfi and the coast.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
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