Location

At the Casa Mariantonia, hospitality is the natural continuation of an ancient tradition, founded on simple gestures and authentic smiles. Just like those of great grandmother Vivica Canale, who, together with her children, awaits the arrival of guests in this, one of Anacapri’s most elegant historic residences, recently restructured according to the classic island style. The same simple gestures and smiles used as she prepared the exquisite Limoncello for her first visitors many years ago. Surrounded by an extensive garden of citrus trees and lush Mediterranean flowers, Casa Mariantonia provides a true haven of tranquillity, in the heart of Anacapri.

History

Those holidaying at the Casa Mariantonia residence, find themselves transported back in time. The establishment occupies an important place in the history of Anacapri. Built in 1800, and subsequently enlarged, the property has been the chosen island abode of many an illustrious visitor, from the writer Alberto Moravia to the eminent philosopher Jen Paul Sartre, from Elsa Morante to the unforgettable Prince Antonio De Curtis, better known as Totò.

It was Signora Mariantonia - grand mother of the present proprietors - who first opened a restaurant here, which she then transformed in small hotel. The business later passed on to her daughter Vincenza who managed the residence together with her husband, don Peppe Canale, until the 1950’s.

It was at Casa Mariantonia that the original Limoncello di Capri was born; the celebrated lemon liqueur, traditionally served as after lunch or dinner drink. Signora Mariantonia prepared the divine concoction herself, using the lemons grown in the garden adjacent to the hotel, and habitually offered it to all her guests. The liqueur is still made to this very day, following the great island tradition, thanks to the Canale family who first registered the prestigious brand name. (www.limoncello.com)