Where to Stay in Positano Italy (UPDATED 2024)
Wondering where to stay in Positano? You’ve come to the right spot! I’ve visited many times, have countless local friends who were born and raised there (jealous), and have done a large amount of additional research on top of that to come up with the below list.
The Amalfi Coast is one of the most beautiful destinations in the world, and the hotels and other accommodation offerings fit that same bill. There are options for everyone - no matter what it is you are looking for. Amalfi Coast villas? Got it. Hotels in Positano Italy with pool? Check. Amalfi Coast resorts? Got those too.
One thing to note is that the Amalfi Coast is POPULAR. Because of this the best hotels and accommodations fill out months in advance. No joke, they fully sell out. The moment you know the dates you’ll be visiting you should book your accommodations.
What about the best town to stay in Amalfi Coast? If you’ve read my other posts, which hopefully you have, you likely know by now that I recommend Positano above all else.
What about where to stay in Amalfi Coast without a car? Again, Positano. This is because it is not incredibly easy to get from town to town. You can do it, and I recommend you do (click here for 8 things you absolutely cannot miss in Positano or click here for the best Amalfi Coast itinerary) but you want to stay in the best town because that is where you will spend the majority of your time. And Positano is THE best town. I’ve been to them all, just trust me on this.
So for everyone wondering where to stay in Positano, here are the best options in the most beautiful spot on earth!
All photos below are via the hotel
— How to get to Positano
— Where to stay in Positano
— What to do in Positano
— The best restaurants in Positano
— The best beaches + beach clubs in Positano
Where to Stay in Positano
HOTEL POSEIDON
Hotel Poseidon is not only one of the best hotels in Positano but also one of the best Amalfi Coast hotels. If you are looking for where to stay in Positano - this is it! And if you are looking for Amalfi Coast hotels with pool, this is also for you.
Hotel Poseidon is a stunning, family-run, 4-star hotel in the heart of Positano. As one of the best hotels in Positano Italy, they also have one of the most beautiful views. You can enjoy these views from your room (depending on which you book), the lovely on-site restaurant, and the pool. Make sure to grab a meal at Il Tridente, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner using only local ingredients, and don’t miss drinks on the terrace at sunset.
Of all the places to stay in Positano Italy, this is by far one of the best options! The staff is phenomenal and will make you feel so at home. I cannot recommend Hotel Poseidon more!
Sidenote: this is the same spot you’ve seen on my Instagram over and over again here, here, and here for example.
On booking.com, Hotel Poseidon has a rating of “Wonderful 9.3” and on Google it is rated 4.8/5.
LE SIRENUSE
For those looking for the best place to stay in Amalfi Coast, on an Amalfi Coast honeymoon, or searching for Amalfi Coast hotels 5 star, Le Sirenuse is the best of the best. It is Positano’s most iconic hotel, 5-stars, and the most sought after place to stay. If you are able to splurge a bit (ok, a lot), this is the place to do it.
Aside from being one of the best 5 star hotels in Positano, Le Sirenuse is also home to many highly recommended places to dine. Their champagne bar and grill has one of the best views in town (opposite angle from Hotel Poseidon) and their La Sponda restaurant is Michelin-starred. Their newest addition, Franco’s Bar, is a favorite even amongst my local friends who seem to end up there every night.
Searching for Positano hotels with pool? Check. Top hotels in Positano? Check. Boutique hotels Positano? Check. Positano shopping? Check, they have on-site boutiques! You name it, Le Sirenuse has got it.
On booking.com, Le Sirenuse has a rating of “Exceptional 9.6” and on Google it is rated 4.6/5.
VILLA TREVILLE
Another of the best places to stay in Positano and an Amalfi Coast hotels 5 star, Villa Treville! Also perfect if you are looking for Amalfi Coast villas because it’s not your typical hotel but actually a collection of five villas surrounded by gardens and private terraces. If you want a bit of privacy, Villa Treville is for you.
Plus it’s unanimous 10/10 rating on Hotels Combined kind of speaks for itself, no? It’s no wonder Villa Treville is one of the top hotels Amalfi Coast!
On booking.com, Villa Treville has a rating of “Exceptional 9.6” and on Google it is rated 4.5/5.
Il San Pietro di Positano
Il San Pietro di Positano is not only one of the best hotels in Positano, but one of the best in all of Italy. It was recently awarded spot #10 on TripAdvisor’s 2022 Travelers’ Choice Top 25 Luxury Hotels in Italy list!
Il San Pietro di Positano is a historic 5 star hotel outside the center of town. A celebrity hot spot, it is loved and frequented by famous movie stars like George Clooney and Julia Roberts.
The location of the hotel being a few minutes by car away from the town center would be a deal breaker for me if it weren’t for their shuttle service offering. It is private and free and available 24/7. On foot it would take around 40 minutes so the shuttle is essential.
In total there are 56 rooms, ranging from their classic rooms all the way to their Virginia Suite which occupies an entire floor. Many offer panoramic view terraces, some of Positano itself!
For food there is a few options. First is Zass, a Michelin-starred Italian restaurant open to the public in addition to hotel guests. Most of the items used on the menu come from the hotel’s own garden or local growers and suppliers. Zass faces and overlooks the sea and Praiano, the town next to Positano.
There is also Carlino restaurant which is exclusive to hotel guests. It is accessible by an elevator cared into the rock! Carlino features local cuisine and like Zass uses primarily local ingredients. According to their site the lemon spaghetti is a must.
Of all the hotels in Positano, Il San Pietro di Positano is the only one with access to a private beach. They have their own beach club there, available only to guests. How’s that for exclusive? There’s also a dreamy looking pool which faces the sea and the town of Praiano.
Best of all, they have a regulation sized tennis court right on the sea. I almost fell over dead when I first saw this on Instagram! I play a lot of tennis and have seen many a court but this is like nothing I’ve ever seen before. Best of all it is complimentary and exclusive to guests.
If you happen to visit between June and September, they offer a complimentary two hour boat cruise along the coast, leaving directly from the hotel. An absolutely fantastic option when it comes to Positano luxury hotels!
Palazzo Murat
Hotel Palazzo Murat is a 4 star hotel right in the center of Positano. So central that it is just a 2 minute walk from the main beach! That will certainly save you from walking a lot of stairs. It is family-run by the fifth generation of the family to do so.
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It has phenomenal views of town and of the church dome which you can see from all of the rooms. The hotel has 33 rooms in total, split into 8 categories ranging from deluxe to presidential suite. Some provide easy access to the pool, the restaurant, and the garden. Daily breakfast is provided and is raved about by many guests in the reviews.
The pool also provides unreal views of town, the church dome, and the sea. It’s a view I’ve not seen provided anywhere else before, very unique! There’s also a large garden full of roses, succulents, bougainvillea, orchids, and more. Nothing you’d expect to see in the center of town which makes it even more special.
Onsite they have the Al Palazzo Restaurant, tucked away in the gardens amongst the citrus trees. It serves local specialities.
It’s also home to a bar, Le Petit Murat, which my local friends recommend checking out for an aperitivo. Even if you are not staying here! At the hotel it is located in a magical courtyard, as you can see in the nighttime photo above.
On booking.com Palazzo Murat has a rating of “Exceptional 9.5” and on Google it’s rated 4.8/5. On TripAdvisor it’s ranked in the top 10% of properties.
DIMORA DEL PODESTA
If you are looking for a bed & breakfast Positano, Dimora del Podesta is for you. It is an absolutely wonderful b&b Positano ran by the sweetest local family. It is incredibly reasonably priced and the location is absolutely perfect.
From the main beach/center of town it’s about a 15 minute walk (uphill but very doable) or you can take a cab there if need be. Staying here will make you feel like a resident of Positano, not a tourist surrounded by huge crowds of people.
Each morning they serve you breakfast on the terrace which overlooks the Fornillo part of town. It is magical.
Speaking of, every room has a balcony where some of my favorite Positano memories made while sitting on the balcony, drinking wine, listening to music (often live music from the street below) and people watching. Speaking of drinking wine, the main kitchen area has wine that you can take as you wish. You simply write down your name and what you took on a notepad for them to add to your bill! Very convenient.
I wouldn’t call this a budget option but if you are looking to do Amalfi Coast on a budget this will get you somewhat close to that (at least when you compare it to all of the Positano luxury hotels).
It’s also great if you are visiting with more than one person, since some of the rooms fit up to 4 people. That is why we chose to stay here on our first visit back in 2017 — because there were 4 of us and we all wanted to be together. It turned out to be so much better than we had even imagined!
I have had numerous friends, blog readers, and Instagram followers stay here at my recommendation over the years and they've all loved it as well. Tell them I sent you and please let me know if you stay here! I’d love to hear how you liked it.
On booking.com, Dimora del Podesta has a rating of “Exceptional 9.6” and on Google it’s rated 4.8/5. Doesn’t get much better than that, yah?
Villa Scalinatella
If you are wondering where to stay in Positano with a group of people, this villa is a great option. It fits up to six people, is an entire house (no shared rooms here), and even has a hot tub! It’s located right in the center of town, just one minute from the main beach in Positano, and comes with a full kitchen. If you do have a group of six, this is actually quite inexpensive when you break it down per person, starting at just $455/night.
Casa Baker Luxury Apartment
Another b&b Amalfi Coast option in Positano, this apartment fits up to four. It’s located on the Fornillo side of town, my personal favorite as it is less touristy and much more local. After 100 reviews it has a unanimous 5-star rating, it’s definitely one of the best apartments in Positano.
NH Collection Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi
You all know by now that I think Positano is the best town to stay in Amalfi Coast, but if you do want to book something elsewhere I have some great options for you. NH Collection Grand Hotel Convento di Amalfi is one of the best hotels in Amalfi, the namesake town for which the coast is named after. This place is as luxurious as it gets - with unmatched views from their spot perched on a cliff. It’s actually located in a historic 13th century monastery!
The hotel has 53 rooms ranging from Superior to Presidential Suites, most of which have beautiful views and/or a balcony or terrace. There are also two restaurants on-site, one with an outdoor terrace, a bar, fitness room, and a heated outdoor infinity pool.
If you are looking for luxury hotels Amalfi, this is your spot!
Belmond Hotel Caruso (Ravello)
If Ravello and privacy are of interest to you, Belmond Hotel Caruso is for you. As one of the most beautiful places to stay in Amalfi Coast, it is home to century-old gardens and a jaw-dropping infinity pool which is heated so that you can enjoy it year-round! There are just 50 rooms and suites, an on-site restaurant with panoramic terraces, a poolside bar, complimentary boat excursions available, and more.
This Amalfi Coast luxury hotels is one of the most beautiful I have seen — the perfect 5 star option and the best of all Ravello Italy hotels!
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