The Grand Hotel Quisisana is the address most people think of when they imagine a luxury stay on Capri. It stands on Via Camerelle, the smart shopping street that runs out of the Piazzetta, so the famous square, the boutiques and the evening passeggiata are all a few minutes away on foot. The hotel has been welcoming guests for well over a century and still has the feel of a grand resort, with a sweeping entrance, large public rooms, gardens and a calm, polished atmosphere that contrasts with the crowds outside at midday. It is a pricey choice, and it suits travellers who want Capri at its most classic.
Location is the main reason to choose it. Most of the island's day visitors arrive by ferry at Marina Grande, ride the funicular up to Capri town and stay a few hours before heading back. Staying at the Quisisana flips that rhythm. You can walk out early, when the lanes are quiet and the light on the Faraglioni is at its best, and you can return in the afternoon when the boats have gone.
The Gardens of Augustus and the viewpoint over the Faraglioni and Via Krupp are an easy walk, and the bus stop for Anacapri is close by. Luggage is usually the awkward part of any Capri stay, because the lanes are narrow and cars are heavily restricted, so ask the hotel in advance how your bags will travel from the port.
Rooms and suites are generally large for the island, and many look onto the gardens or over the rooftops toward the sea. The hotel is known for its garden, its pool area and its spa and fitness facilities, and it has several restaurants and bars, which makes it easy to eat well without leaving the grounds on a hot afternoon. Service is formal but friendly. Because details change by season, check the pool, spa and restaurant arrangements for your dates when you book rather than relying on a general description.
Good to know
Like most Capri hotels, the Quisisana does not stay open all year, and it normally closes for the winter, so confirm dates before planning a trip outside the main season. Shared boats and some island services also pause in the colder months. Capri is expensive, and a stay here sits at the very top of the range, so it is worth comparing room types and rates across your dates and checking what breakfast and cancellation terms apply.
The hotel suits couples, honeymooners, milestone trips and anyone who wants a polished base with a Piazzetta address. If you would rather stay on the mainland and visit Capri for the day, the Sorrento hotels on this page make a cheaper base, with frequent boats across the bay.
Why stay here
- ✓Central Capri town location
- ✓Garden and terrace space
- ✓Pool area (seasonal)
- ✓Spa and fitness facilities
- ✓Several restaurants and bars
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Concierge and luggage help
- ✓Suites and family rooms
Good questions
Is the Grand Hotel Quisisana open all year?+
Capri hotels normally close for part of the winter, so check the opening dates for your trip when you book.
How far is it from the Piazzetta?+
It is on Via Camerelle, a few minutes on foot from the Piazzetta, the shops and the bus stops.
How do I get my luggage up from the port?+
Ask the hotel before you travel. Capri lanes are narrow and cars are limited, so most guests use the funicular or a pre-arranged transfer.
