It is the oldest hotel in Capri, built in 1822, renowned for hosting artists and intellectuals from around the world, including poets, writers, painters, and musicians, drawn by its serene and quintessentially Mediterranean atmosphere. Since 2023, it has been part of the Oetker Collection as the first Masterpiece Hotel in Italy. The renovation, curated by designer Francis Sultana, has captured the characteristic simplicity and brightness of Capri's architecture, adding references to the island's 1950s and Fellini's "La Dolce Vita" to the interiors. Just a few steps from the famous Piazzetta, the hotel now boasts 50 rooms, including 18 suites, all with private balconies or terraces. Barovier&Toso elegantly illuminates some of the hotel's common areas. The eccentric staircase leading to the upper floors is heralded by an Excelsior ceiling light, crafted with the “rugiada” technique, which magnificently unfolds its Venetian crystal gold leaves. For the bar and Gennaro's restaurant, led by the multi-starred Chef Gennaro Esposito, Barovier&Toso has created custom wall sconces in green and gold, designed by Sultana, who merged elements from the Vertigo, Degas, and 4607 collections. This resulted in a completely new product, exclusive to Hotel La Palma. A similar approach was taken for the chandelier that dominates the restaurant, an original synthesis of the Vertigo, Degas, 4607, and Windsor collections.
Green is another highlight of the hotel, richly decorated with plants and fresh flowers, showcased in the lobby by the sculptural three-dimensionality of Bolloni vases in Venetian crystal gold.
PROJECT: Francis Sultana
PHOTO: Giulio Ghirardi
REFERENCES: Bespoke wall sconces and chandelier, Excelsior ceiling lamp
