Hotel Relais Maresca - Capri

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Mar 2008

This is an excellent hotel on the marina and just a few minutes walk from the ferry boarding point. The staff was very welcoming and gave us a detailed map and useful information on Capri. The room was superb with a mediterranean feel and views of the sea. Price was high but given generally high prices in Capri, it was worth it for a hotel of this quality.

Guest name: Tarun Mehta, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Nov 2007

Great location right above the harbor. Staff very nice and helpful. Room/bath were huge compared to Rome & Venice. We felt very comfortable here and would return without hesitation.

Guest name: SF, USA

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2007

Overall, the staff was very friendly, and the hotel was beautiful. Our terrace room was much nicer than I had expected. We had an amazing view and a great amount of space. Unfortunately, the hotel is right over the harbor and therefore smells of diesel fumes a good deal of the time. Also, the hotel is not equipped for heavy rain. There was a large rain storm one of the nights were there, and the hotel flooded, both in the lobby and in our room. Luckily the floors are tiled, so things dry quickly, but all of our things on the floor were soaked in our room. The hotel did not offer to compensate us in any way for this issue. Given that our computer bag was on the floor and the computer almost got wet--we got home just in time--we thought the hotel should compensate us in some way.

Guest name: EW, USA

Average rating:  9.4

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Oct 2007

The stay on Capri in the Hotel Relais Maresca was one of the highlights of our 2 week trip to Italy. The Hotel Desk Staff was the most friendly and helpful of anywhere we stayed. They we extremely engaging and offered many suggestions on things to see on Capri. The room was very nice for the money, and was very convenient for us since we stayed just one day and one night on Capri. Next time we'll stay longer.

Guest name: MS, USA

Average rating:  7.6

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2007

The hotel is just right next to the marina grande and funicular train, very easy to find. There is also a rent-a-scooter shop next to it, I highly recommand people riding scooter in Capri (if you know how to ride one). We had the standard room, so it's facing the court yard, no ocean view. However, it doesn't bother me because in Capri, you won't want to stay in your room. The room is clean and spacious. Staff is friendly and informative. Breakfast is ok, not as good as other one-star hotels I stayed. Overall, it's in a good location and if you're looking for a bargain room in Capri (hotels in Capri are expensive), this is the one.

Guest name: CT, USA

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2007

The hotel was newly renovated, clean, spacious and comfortable. The staff was outstanding -very friendly and extremely helpful. Upon check in the oriented us to the island, many of the key sites, gave us great restaurant recommendations, etc.

Guest name: DB, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Sep 2007

Our hotel room was not available because Venere had not sent the hotel an email to the hotel to confirm our booking. The staff member on reception was excellent, she organised a room at another hotel which was superior to the one we booked at the same rate.

Guest name: RR, Australia

Average rating:  6.8

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2007

Most expensive of our hotels in Italy; not necessarily the best service. We had a double room with a balcony and beautiful view of the marina and Vesuvious. The room was clean and bright and the double sized walk in shower was wonderful. The roof terrace for breakfast has spectacular views but the staff were a bit slow off the mark. Spent hours watching the boats coming in each day with all the thousands of day tourists - did make the harbour very crowded and best avoided during daylight hours, as was Capri town.

Guest name: LT, United Kingdom

Average rating:  7.7

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Aug 2007

Capri is an expensive island, the room was lovely and the view stunning. Being on the port was great in that you could see all the hustle and bustle below.

Guest name: MD, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Aug 2007

We had a wonderful time at the Relais Maresca and on Capri. The staff was extremely helpful in assisting us with exploring the island, especially since we had a limited Italian vocabulary. When we had dinner on the terrace, there was a private party, but they let us stay anyway, and brought us samples of many of the dishes served at the party. The price of our room was about as high as we could afford, but I realize that the location is part of the reason. I must admit we were a little put off by the pricey stores, restaurants, and attitude that has taken over the center of Capri. It was not like that in the past... We recommend exploring the beauty of the island on foot...

Guest name: Daniel Tramontozzi, USA

Average rating:  8.2

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2007

Great location for a short stay in Capri (we only stayed one night). Next to the port and easy access to town. The breakfast at the terrace overlooking the sea is great.

Guest name: PA, Spain

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2007

The hotel is very conveniently located. We had 3 heavy bags and were only staying for one night. It was very easy and inexpensive to get our bags transported from the ferry from Positano to the Relais Maresca. We were so relieved to see that our hotel was so close to the ferry. The rooms are immaculate and beautiful. We had a gorgeous (as most of the rooms do) ocean view. The facilities were excellent. We were thrilled with the Relais Maresca.

Guest name: Karen Nishida, USA

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in May 2007

Very honest and competent, not pretentious.Charming and great view.Very pleasant and helpfull people.

Guest name: Leandra Metsavaht, Brazil

Average rating:  6.5

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2007

The hotel is located right at the docks which are busy with loading and unloading, the ferries land there and a very busy tourist spot. too much noise and tourist for our taste

Guest name: DC, USA

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Apr 2007

That was my first time in Capri and I really enjoyed it. Nice location at Marina Grande, 200 m from the boat arriving from Napoli. Elegant room all in blue with a seawiew. It's so nice to have breakfast outside on the roof of the Hotel just enjoying the seaview!

Guest name: Patrick Ducloux, France

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: 

stayed in Mar 2007

Great location. Fantastic water views. Staff very accomodating and helpful. Highly recommend!!! Would return any day. Great value!

Guest name: Jennifer Larson, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2006

Excellent hotel. Very spacious rooms with great view to the sea. Nice personnel and very close to the harbor and to the funicular lines to the main town.

Guest name: Mario Alejandro Ribero, Colombia

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Nov 2006

Romantic, friendly and efficient!! My Boyfriend and I stayed at this hotel at the beginning of November for a birthday suprise. We had a lovely immaculate room with a great sea view and had a personal note from the Hotel Manager (Amedeo) wishing my boyfriend a happy birthday and a pleasent stay, Such a nice touch we thought. The hotel staff were very friendly and always offering to help us out, location is brilliant, 1 min walk from the nearest Cable-car for the Piazzetta Square. I would recommend this hotel to anyone and if we ever go back we will definately stay here again.

Guest name: DC, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Group

stayed in Oct 2006

First time in Capri. Had a great time. The hotel is easily accessible from the pier where you arrive in Capri. However, there is not much shopping within walking distance aside from the usual tourist souvenir stores and pharmacies. It is however conveniently located near the bus station and also the funicolare (cable car) that will take you to Capri Centro, where all the shopping is. It's only a 15 mins bus ride to Capri Centro. The views from the rooms is fantastic. Though it's not the same as the elevated views from Anacapri, for the price you're paying, you really can't complain.

Guest name: Lawrence Wong, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group

stayed in Nov 2006

The property and the rooms are MUCH prettier than we expected. I'm sure there are much pretier parts of the island to stay, but the location works for things to do and getting to the funicular. We only stayed one night and needed to be on the early boat so the location was perfect. The room was HUGE, and VERY pretty, the bathroom was just as nice. We left too early for breakfast, but the desk person made us capuccino since we had a few minutes to wait for the boat-a VERY nice gesture. Overall, it was a VERY nice stay, a wonderful place with a beautiful, huge room.

Guest name: Jeffery Segall, USA

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2006

We really enjoyed our stay, our view of the harbour and the friendly helpful staff. We stayed in mid Oct so it was maybe more relaxing then during the busy summer season, but for us, excellent!

Guest name: Des Soye, Canada

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2006

Cpari is an expensive town, but this hotel is a DEAL. You ahve to take a tram up to Capritown every morning, but it is so close, and kinda fun (it is a cable-car). Honestly, you get off the boat, and can walk right to the hotel fornt desk. You don't have to owrry about all the terrible hotel pages, renting expensive couriers, trucking all over the island in impossibly small "roads". If you want a convenient, clean, nice, friendly hotel that puts you right where you want to be, this is it. It is easy to go into town at night for a great meal, and then walk the steps down, or take a taxi (both inexpenive) There is also a GREAT family run restaurant right on the marina too, so you really don't have to worry abotu eating in town the whole time if you choose. Check them out, it is a very nice option.

Guest name: Eric Ringhofer, USA

Average rating:  8.7

Guest type: Gay Couple

stayed in Aug 2006

Wonderful property, a bit close to the harbour, but great view of activity and the coast. Staff are excellent and helped us find a property in Amalfi. Great breakfast , would reccomend.

Guest name: PM, Canada

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Aug 2006

Capri is a very expensive island and this is a fabulous hotel for the price. The location is good as it is convenient to the marina and to the cable car to get to Capri. Also the bus stop to get to Anacapri is located out front as well. The rooms are a little "dated" but they are clean and the hotel staff is very helpful. The roof deck is fabulous for laying in the sun and relaxing. Definitely recommend it.

Guest name: WR, USA

Average rating:  9.4

Guest type: Gay Couple

stayed in Jul 2006

An excellent property right over the water. All rooms seemed to have excellent ocean views. The rooftop lounge served us well on several occasions. It is beautifully located just above the docks where the boats come and go. A quick tram ride up the mountain takes you to the main piazza where you will enjoy many fine shops and restaurants. The hotel staff were both friendly and helpful.

Guest name: Patty Civalleri, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jul 2006

This is a beautiful hotel with easy access to the ferry docking, beach, restaurants and cable car. The staff was very friendly and accomodating. My daughter and I had a wonderful stay there and would highly recommend this hotel to all. I'm sure we will stay there again.

Guest name: Laurie Russell, USA

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in May 2006

I wasn’t sure what to expect after reading some of the reviews, but the hotel was wonderful. The staff was amazing and the room & view were breathtaking. Please take the advice and pay the extra $$ for an ocean view room, you won’t regret it. My only note would be that there is some street noise from the harbor and cars, however it didn’t really bother me and I didn’t smell any gas fumes from the boats in the harbor. The room & bathrooms where very spacious and very clean. Had a great time and would defiantly stay here again. 3 Days was too short for this beautiful island, and don't forget to check out the Blue Grotto...amazing.

Guest name: JM, USA

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2006

Very nice hotel. Very central location, situated less than a minute from Grand Marina. Would absolutely recommend it. Nice facilities, friendly staff, nice rooms.

Guest name: Jan-Erik Bengtson, Norway

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jun 2006

It was a nice hotel. Rooms were good sized and clean. We had 2 room with the ocean view, which I recommend. It was so close to the Marina Grande. Very easy to get to once you get off the boat.

Guest name: Patricia Depew, USA

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jun 2006

Pleasant stay.

Guest name: Daniela Cabrele, Italy

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in Jun 2006

This was a beautiful property. The staff was most welcoming and accomodating. A storm had blown in the evening I arrived, yet I still wanted to sit outside and have a cocktail. They sent a staff member up to the rooftop bar/restaurant to serve me and make sure that everything I needed was provided. Wonderful!! I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Capri. Excellent location close to the marina, the venicular and great restaurants.

Guest name: Patrice Dwyer, USA

Average rating:  9.4

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in May 2006

Escolhi o Relais Maresca pelo preço e localização. É que só iríamos passar 1 noite em Capri, tínhamos malas grandes e seria mais conveniente estarmos perto do porto. E não me arrependi, pois foi bem prático estar na saída da cidade por ocasião do checkout. O quarto era limpo, amplo, banheiro grande, ótimo breakfast e o staff bem atencioso. Claro que teria sido mais interessante se tivesse ficado na parte de cima de Capri, pois é movimentado a noite toda, bares e restaurantes e gente nas ruas, o que já não contece na parte de baixo, onde fica o Relais Maresca. Mas também teria pago uma diária bem mais cara. ENGLISH - excellent hotel and staff, just 100 meters from the docks overlooking the sea. If I were going to Capri again maybe I´d stay in town, where restaurants and bars are open till late what does not happen to Relais Maresca area but I would pay much more for sure. The room was clean and a decent size, the bathroom was big and the price was right.

Guest name: Rita Cruz, Brazil

Average rating:  8.1

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Apr 2006

Veramente un bel posto...e poi Capri è bellissima!! Grazie

Guest name: FF, Italy

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Apr 2006

The hotel is excellent, 2 minutes walk to the Marine Grande. Nice staff and boss, helpful and always smile >o< Don't hesitate to pay a little bit extra, as the view is excellent!!! I will recomment to my friends. Only one fault - the sunroof was closed for re-varnishing.

Guest name: Mei Ling Monique Wong, Hong Kong

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Couple with children

stayed in Mar 2006

We enjoyed our stay at this fantastic hotel and wished we could have stayed longer. The location was great, close to the ferry and close to the funiculare to reach center of Capri. The rooms were spacious and very clean and the staff friendly and eager to help!! When we return to Capri we will stay here again!

Guest name: Michael Herrington, United Arab Emirates

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in Mar 2006

Excellent hotel! I would stay there again. It was close to the port where ferries from Sorrento arrive. It's close to the buses and the funicolare to go up to the main square in Capri. The room was beautiful and the bathroom spacious and clean and bright. Excellent service. Unfortunately, the roof terrace was not yet available because they were making repairs in preparation for the upcoming season. It was still a wonderful experience.

Guest name: KT, Canada

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2006

Very nice hotel, right on the Marina Grande. Would stay there again!

Guest name: MB, France

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group of friends

stayed in Apr 2005

The rooftop terrace, friendliness of the staff, and FREE INTERNET in the lobby made this hotel one of our favorites. Its worth every penny to pay a little extra for an ocean view room. Even though it was only a double, the room easily accommodated 3 people and included a surprisingly spacious bathroom. The decor was fabulous - I think I took as many pictures of the hand painted tiles as I did of the town of Capri! Word to the wise - forego a taxi or bus ticket to get into town. The Funiculare is the way to go. Its cheaper and just steps (literally 20 feet to the right of the hotel lobby) away from Relais Maresca. With its easy access to both the harbor and town, myself and my travelling companions HIGHLY recommend this fantastic hotel!!

Guest name: Heather Wilburn, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Aug 2005

Location is excellent just up from the harbour and right beside the cable car for Capri town. Hotel is excellent very clean ,lovely rooms. Views from the hotel are fantastic, having your breakfast (which is very good) on the sun terrace is just heavenly. Staff are very helpful and friendly. For Capri the cost is very reasonable. I will certainly be back and would recommend to anyone. For food you should try Da Gemma just behind the church on the main square in Capri town. It is one of the best restaurants in Capri and is very resonably priced.

Guest name: Julie Herron, United Kingdom

Average rating:  8.2

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in Jul 2005

Beautiful picturesque solarium and view. I would definitely stay there again. Friendly and accomodating staff. I had a wonderful experience.

Guest name: MR, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Group

stayed in Oct 2002

The hotel upgraded my room at no additional cost, which was a treat. The room was lovely with a full modern bath. The hotel is next to the port and steps from the funicular. I loved it there!

Guest name: Terri Parke, USA

Average rating:  8.5

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2005

For Capri this hotel was very reasonable. The room was clean and nice, however the first room we were given the a/c didn't work and it was really hot. After some persistance we were given another room, but it was much smaller than the first, and for the same rate. The hotel is very centrally located though.

Guest name: Walter Szyszlo, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in May 2005

Even though breakfast, which is included in the hotel rate, was very good, the restaurant could be improved. I had lunch when I first arrived and the view is wonderful but food was not that good.

Guest name: MR, USA

Average rating:  8.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2005

We enjoyed our stay at this hotel. The only negative? There are a limited number of rooms that have an ocean view and you can expect to pay significantly more per night if you want one of these rooms. The view from our room was across a small space directly into another room. This made our room a little too dark which is not what you expect at a beach property. Although we did not spend a lot of time in our room, it would have been nice to have a better view with a little more light.

Guest name: DB, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in May 2005

Convenient to the boat transport and funicular and/or bus to Capri and Anacapri.

Guest name: Conley James, USA

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in May 2005

The lady at the reception when we arrived was a little distant and not very helpful, there was a lady at the desk asking about exchanging money and we felt the receptionist was not very helpful. Our room was beautiful and quiet, if we closed the windows and shutters. This hotel was relaxing and the room service and breakfeast service were excellant. I was travelling with my elderly mother who uses a walker and all of the areas were easily accessible to her.

Guest name: Francesca Logterman, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2005

A lovely Hotel with friendly staff. The room was cosy with a maritime touch, the bed was fine to sleep in, and the bathroom clean and with a shower. We recommend you book a room with oceanview, preferably on the third floor, the terasse was spacious and view just breathtaking. Compared with the prices the hotels in town charges The Relais Maresca is a good place to stay, and Capri is just 10 minutes away on the "funicolare". The breakfast buffet can be eaten in the roofterasse or indoor, and the selection is wide, with youghurt, serials, bread, cheese, sausage, fruit, and a selection of cold and hot beverage. We would stay there again if we should travel to Capri another time.

Guest name: Dorte Holm, Denmark

Average rating:  7.6

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Jan 2005

The hotel is clean and nice. Unfortunately some rooms (standard ones) have windows looking to a yard and in Capri this is a capital sin! Service is accurated and staff is really kind and attentive. A very nice staying.

Guest name: SI, Italy

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Nov 2004

Beautiful hotel. The service was fantastic, and the room was beautiful. For 150 euros it better be though! It was my biggest splurge on the trip, and i think it was the nicest place i stayed at by far. Location was super easy to find, and not that big of a deal being in the main harbor. Only thing better would have been a view in the city.

Guest name: BB, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Group of friends

stayed in Oct 2004

Our stay was excellent. The rooms and hotel very charming and clean. It great to be so close to the port. I would highly recommend this hotel to all visitors of Capri.

Guest name: Jacqueline Chakos, USA