Swim at the foot of the dramatic Faraglioni
- Swim beneath Capri's iconic Faraglioni
- Bask in the sun on a soft beach mattress
- Sip their famed sangria
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Have you ever seen that gorgeous Dolce e Gabbana perfume commercial? The one where the bikini-clad model emerges from the turquoise waves like a sea goddess? Well, that commercial was filmed right here.
Before becoming one of the most beautiful and exclusive beach clubs in the world, the Fontelina di Capri was simply a place. A hidden, magical cove known only to locals at the foot of the Faraglioni, where the deep blue water reflects the sparkling Mediterranean sun on the dramatic cliffside, and the only sounds are the waves and the sea breeze.
Already during Roman times, a string of emperors and their courts had discovered this breathtaking beach, and made it their chosen seaside pleasure retreat. And with this winning mix of natural beauty and historic charm, the Arcucci and Gargiulo families have both conserved and shared the Fontelina with visitors for more than 50 years. Their hospitality is legendary, and their cuisine is unique and unforgettable; this is the perfect place to spend a day enjoying Capri's coast, stretched out on the soft beach mattresses directly on the rocky cliff, and sipping from a pitcher of sagria brought directly to you along the water's edge.
Guest reviews
Five star view, with three star customer service
22 September 2024
Ciao friends, the beach club is a must if you have the time. Make your reservation online well in advance (pro-tip: save your email confirmation, a... more »
Rude and racist
6 September 2024
Rudest and racist beach staff. We’ve come here for years and it’s been lovely but this time the staff are unbelievably rude and dismissive and I’m ... more »
Amazing spot
29 August 2024
Probably the place to be .. hardly accessible.. but not by boat .. amazing scenery.. actually unique .. simple spot but highly exclusive with amaz... more »
Lunch
22 August 2024
This spot is great for lunch. Arrived by boat and was treated so nice and professional. The restaurant is a little "formal" for lunch but... more »
Location
You can reach Fontelina by private boat or on foot, via the little path which starts just beneath the Punta Tragara viewing point. For the return journey, Fontelina provides a shuttle boat from the beach club to Marina Piccola.
From Marina Piccola the center of Capri is just a short bus or taxi ride away.
Ferries to Capri (updated 2024 prices and schedules)