We begrudgingly re-booked a stay after COVID delayed our originally planned visit to Italy for 2 years. I previously left a harsh review regarding the hotel’s policy and communication during the chaos of 2020. And I am still not happy they would not accommodate a refund as dozens of other hotels all over the world did for me, but I am glad their policy forced my hand as we were going to abandon our Amalfi dreams entirely and Piccolo SanAndrea completely redeemed itself. The property is gorgeous with nonstop breathtaking views off the cliff. The staff is an absolute delight. The bar staff got chummy with me when I had their backs with a rather silly ticketing system - you’ll wind up getting a lot of one-off receipts for drinks vs running a tab. The bar manager is a rad dude. The pool is quite small and that dated rubber bouncy floor style, but oh my the view. And the service and food poolside was exquisite. And the magical Amalfi charm was in effect as we made many friends over the course of the day, all of us eventually scrapping our plans to just hang out poolside. Get there early as there are very limited chairs and they fill up quick - by 11 or so people were turned away. Staff was excellent at arranging transport. Be careful walking in, especially in heels and late at night, as the entrance is a steep driveway. Driving in is not for faint of heart (then again if you can manage Amalfi Drive you shouldn’t sweat it). We got the panoramic room and the balcony is next level and well worth the rate (though beware, it is a bathtub inside with a non-private shower outside). I loved using the outdoor shower (as a man, in my swim trunks, much more convenient than for a woman). Our other hotels on this trip were much more basic rooms at much more expensive rates at some of the higher profile properties in the area. But this was our favorite. In the end I am glad they didn’t refund our original stay.
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