Starhost - TROTULA CHARMING HOUSES, a unique experience in a former convent with seaview and a stone's throw from the Cathedral

Self catering

The weather was very hot whilst we were there and the only air conditioning unit was in the bedroom and it really was not sufficient to allow a comfortable sleeping situation. But a very important point NOT mentioned when booking is that the walk from Salerno's nearest beach is 2K and it's all up hill back to the apartment from sea front level, which is fine for a younger person our a very fit fifty/sixty year old but anyone with a disability our aged, would really struggle to walk it day after day. One should also be very aware that once you get to the entrance of the apartment building there are 42 steps to climb to your apartments front door.

Die Lage ist top, d.h. der Blick auf den Hafen. Trotz der Lage in der Altstadt ist es nachts ruhig, morgens jedoch rattern Vespas und Autos durch die schmale Gasse. Der Raum ist sehr geräumig und hoch, die Einrichtung vom Stil gemixt, industrial und midcentury.

Die Erreichbarkeit ist etwas mühsam, da man mit dem Auto nicht anfahren kann. Das Kopfsteinpflaster mit Koffern und bei Hitze nicht angenehm. Das Entree ins Haus und das Treppenhaus sind nicht so einladend, die Eingangstür ist extrem schmal und die Mülltonne ist der erste Anblick.

The property was tastefully designed with vintage charm and a great view. It felt like living like a local in a quaint neighbourhood. The apartment had everything we needed, even basics like olive oil for cooking, which exceeded our expectations. It was about a 15-minute downhill walk to Manfredi Pier, making it perfect for day trips to nearby coastal towns like Positano. It was also a short walk to the metro station, with trains running every 15 minutes for a quick one-stop ride to Salerno station.

We had some hiccups during check-in, which caused a bit of inconvenience, so it’s worth double-checking that you’re given the correct keys to the correct room upon arrival. The property is located on a hillside with no lift access, so you’ll need to carry your luggage up a cobblestone slope for about 400 meters and up three short flights of stairs. As we stayed for five nights, no room service was provided so it would have been nice to have more water and towels provided. A built-in pump for shampoo and shower gel in the shower would also be more convenient.

Incredible views, beautiful architecture and fabulous location - everything provided for a great stay!

Nothing - can’t wait to come back!