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A Scalinatella Reviews

Piazza Umberto 1 5/6, 84010 Atrani, Amalfi, Campania, Italy

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93%

We had a great time here. Atrani is a peaceful little town just outside Amalfi, less than a 10 min walk. The owners of this hostel were so lovely they really made our stay extra special. will be back soon!!!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 18-24
  • (3 reviews)


73%

Nice little hostel just out of Amalfi! Loved the breaksfast the most!

  • Avid Traveller
  • 07 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 25-30
  • (20 reviews)


70%

Friendly staff who made us feel welcome and gave useful info - loved the smiley face on my cappuccino in the morning! Atrani is a good base for exploring the Amalfi coast and is only a short walk from Amalfi itself. Room was basic and clean. Ours was in a separate building to reception and was in close proximity to loud, frequent town bells which made sleep a bit challenging!

  • Avid Traveller
  • 27 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Couple 25-30
  • (15 reviews)


86%

the rooms are very basic, ours didnt even have a window and no real walls, more like some room dividers, but nevertheless we enjoyed it really much there, the owner is incredibly nice and helpful and makes you feel so comfortable! the breakfast was very nice and so is the location, atrani is a very small town, it is 5 min. to the beach and 10 to amalfi.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 26 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female 18-24
  • (5 reviews)


86%

We were staying in a private room with bath. The room was clean and pretty spacious. A very good value for the price. Very welcoming hosts, willing to answer our many questions. Atrani is a paradise on the Amalfi coast, away from the hords of tourists who stop at Amalfi. i would definitely recommend this hostel and village to anyone! I wish to come back at one time!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


73%

very good location,much better then Amalfi, close to the beach, breakfast basic but good, rooms to expensive- don't get value for money!!


70%

The brothers that run the hostel are very nice and put on a great breakfast. It is located in Atrani which is a small village 10 mins walk from Amalfi so it is less touristy and busy than amalfi. Dorms are basic - a very large room have been divided into dorms using thin and short walls so bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper as u can hear everything and also see the light coming from the other dorms. Most bathrooms are small with shower over toilet but the place is very clean.

  • Globetrotter
  • 19 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 25-30
  • (31 reviews)


76%

Atrani was a beautiful town, much nicer than Amalfi. Delicious breakfast, and really friendly staff, helpful with information/travel advice. Definitely do the walk from Atrani to Ammalfi!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Couple 25-30
  • (4 reviews)


100%

I absolutely loved my stay here!!!!!!!! the brothers who own it are really really friendly and helpful. The place is easy to get to as its so close to the Atrani Bus stop, and anyway if you have any problems you can ask anyone where the hostel is and they will be able to help you! I simply called the hostel and one of the brothers came out to greet me. Every where was very clean, and the breckfast was great!!! the amalfi coast is an amazing area to visit, and this hostel is a great place to stay

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 18-24
  • (2 reviews)


96%

The two brothers who own the place are the sweetest people. Very much willing to help with anything. They really take time to answer all your questions down to bus schedules and restaurant recommendations. Breakfast is great, I don't drink coffee but I heard it's excellent. Great location. Walking distance from amalfi and the Sita bus stop is really close so you can hop on to get to any other places. All in all, I liked it!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Israel
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


86%

The 2 brothers owning it are the nicest !! The breakfast is amazing and the location is good too !! Recommeded

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female 18-24
  • (5 reviews)


26%

THE WORST HOSTEL EVER. Avoid this place at all costs. It is dirty, falling apart (eg exposed power outlet in shower/toilet the size of an average closet). What makes this place far worse is the equally disgusting attitude of the owner, who upon being politely told for the above reasons that the hostel is too expensive for what it is, got agressive and insisted that the place is not dirty 'it is just 'historical'' and 'in 50years we have never had a single complaint'. Total lies. Save your money!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Aug 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


76%

The breakfast is great!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Aug 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Brazil
  • Mixed Group 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


90%

While the facilities are pretty basic the hostel has great character, lovely staff and an excellent location. I would definitely return.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Aug 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Ireland
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


100%

I love this place! This was my second time back and I still love it. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. The place is clean and tidy and nothing is too much of a problem to help with.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 23 Aug 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)


73%

Nice, although be prepared for the italian style of doing things. Noone answered the door or the phone when I arrived, but to my surprise all the doors were open. Moreover, keys to room doors are kept right next to them, so in theory anyone can enter from the street right into your room - there is much that could be improved about security.


33%

It was the worst hostel I have ever been to: damp, smelly basement! Horrible!!! Please don't go, unless you want to spoil your hollidays!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 16 Aug 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Croatia
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)


86%

A very friendly hostel with a fab location. Great breakfast included in the price too. The rooms were basic but had everything we needed for a beach holiday. Great!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 13 Aug 2011
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Couple 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


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  • 08 Oct 2011 (93%)
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