Hotel Olimpico is a 4-star hotel in Salerno with a 25-metre outdoor infinity pool, a private beach and a free shuttle to the Amalfi Coast ferries. Located in Pontecagnano Faiano — a few minutes from Salerno port and airport — it offers a comfortable, well-connected base for families and couples exploring Amalfi, Positano, Capri and beyond, without the premium prices of the coast itself.
The Infinity Pool
The centrepiece of Hotel Olimpico is its outdoor infinity pool, 25 metres long, approximately 230 square metres in total, set within the hotel’s enclosed garden. It is one of the largest private hotel pools in the Salerno area.
The pool is open from April through October. It is not heated, but in the southern Italian climate (where sea temperatures along the Salernitana Riviera are warm from spring through autumn) this is rarely a limitation. The season is long and the sun reliable.
The pool area is designed for all guests. A dedicated children’s section makes it safe and enjoyable for younger swimmers, while a separate hydromassage tub offers a quieter option for adults. A poolside bar serves cocktails, cold drinks and light refreshments throughout pool hours, so there is no need to leave the water’s edge.
The enclosure is surrounded by high walls on all sides. This was a deliberate choice: it keeps the atmosphere calm and private, sheltered from road noise and passing traffic. The outlook is onto the hotel’s own garden and grounds, intimate rather than panoramic. The sea is a short walk away.
Apartments with Semi-Private Pool
For guests looking for a quieter poolside experience, Hotel Olimpico offers three apartments located about 50 metres from the main building, each with access to a dedicated garden pool. This pool is shared among the three apartments only, giving it a semi-private character that is considerably more secluded than the main hotel pool.
Each apartment maintains its own private outdoor area within the garden. It is not a single-unit exclusive pool, but with only three units sharing the space, the atmosphere is relaxed and unhurried , a good option for couples who want more privacy, or for families who prefer a calmer environment alongside their own outdoor space.
All three apartments have full access to the hotel’s facilities: the main infinity pool, the private beach, the poolside bar, the restaurant and the free shuttle service.
A Good Base for a Romantic Stay
Hotel Olimpico does not offer dedicated honeymoon packages or in-room romantic setups. What it does offer is the right setting for a couple to build their own experience: a semi-private pool garden, a private beach with long summer evenings, a Mediterranean restaurant where a quiet dinner for two is genuinely possible, and direct access, by ferry, to some of the most beautiful coastline in Europe.
Amalfi, Positano and Capri are all reachable by boat from Salerno port, where the hotel shuttle drops you directly. A day on the coast, an evening back at the hotel. It works without needing to be packaged.
The Private Beach
The hotel’s private beach is directly across the coastal road from the property, a flat, easy walk from the main entrance. The road is a single-carriageway local route that runs between Salerno and Paestum along the seafront. The crossing is straightforward and the beach begins immediately on the other side.
Beach access is included for all guests who book direct.
Getting to the Amalfi Coast
The free hotel shuttle runs to Salerno port and to the main train station. From the port, regular ferries connect to Amalfi, Positano, Capri and the smaller villages along the coast. The ferry is the most practical option in summer, faster and more scenic than the coastal road when traffic is heavy.
Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport is just a few kilometres away, making Hotel Olimpico a practical first-night or last-night stop for fly-and-drive itineraries, or a full base for guests who prefer not to drive the Amalfi Coast at all.
Guests arriving by car will find free private parking within the hotel grounds.
Who Stays Here
Families are the core guest at Hotel Olimpico. The pool has a dedicated children’s area, the beach is calm and easily accessible, and the restaurant serves proper Campanian food (fresh fish, wood-fired pizza, locally sourced ingredients) without shortcuts. There is enough space for children to move freely, and enough comfort for parents to actually relax.
Couples find that the semi-private apartment pool and the general quality of the property (elegant rooms, good food, direct beach access) provide the conditions for a genuinely enjoyable stay, even without a formal romantic package.
Independent travellers without a car are well served by the shuttle and ferry connections. It is possible to spend an entire week here and visit a different destination every day (Amalfi, Positano, Capri, Pompeii, Paestum) without once needing to rent a vehicle.
Book Direct
Guests who reserve through the Hotel Olimpico official website receive pool access, beach access, the shuttle service and on-site parking at no extra cost, with no intermediary fees or booking markups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the infinity pool at Hotel Olimpico heated? No. The pool is unheated and open from April to October. Along the Salernitana Riviera, where temperatures are warm from spring through autumn, an unheated outdoor pool is comfortable for most of the season. Guests visiting in April or late October may find the water cooler; in summer it is not an issue.
Does Hotel Olimpico have a pool for children? Yes. The main infinity pool includes a dedicated area for children. The pool is open to all guests who can swim, and the children’s section makes it suitable for younger guests as well.
Is there a hydromassage or jacuzzi at the pool? Yes. A hydromassage tub is available within the main pool area, alongside the swimming pool and children’s section.
What is the private pool in the apartments? The three Hotel Olimpico apartments share a dedicated garden pool separate from the main hotel pool. It is not exclusively reserved for a single unit, but with only three apartments sharing the space it is a quiet, semi-private environment. Each apartment also has its own private area within the garden.
Does the infinity pool have a sea view? The pool overlooks the hotel’s enclosed garden. The property is surrounded by high walls that ensure privacy and a calm atmosphere, so there is no direct sea view from poolside. The private beach is a short walk away, directly across the coastal road.
Is Hotel Olimpico a good option for couples or a honeymoon trip? The hotel is family-friendly and does not offer dedicated honeymoon packages. However, the semi-private apartment pool, the private beach, the Mediterranean restaurant and the direct ferry connections to Amalfi, Positano and Capri make it a practical and pleasant base for a couple’s trip to the coast.
How do I reach the Amalfi Coast without a car? The hotel’s free shuttle takes guests to Salerno port or the train station. From the port, ferries run regularly to Amalfi, Positano and Capri. It is the most comfortable option in high season, when driving the coastal road is slow.
Is parking free at Hotel Olimpico? Yes. Free private parking is available on site for all guests arriving by car.
