THE BEST HOTELS ON THE AMALFI COAST

An iconic region of dramatic cliffs cascading gracefully towards the sparkling blue sea, the Amalfi Coast is one of the most magical places in the world to vacation. Our curated selection of the Best Hotels on the Amalfi Coast make it all the more easy for you to live la dolce vita at some of the world’s most iconic addresses whilst bringing your Mediterranean dream to life.

HOTEL SANTA CATERINA, AMALFI

Address:Via Mauro Comite, 9, 84011 Amalfi SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @hotel_santa_caterina

Welcome to Santa Caterina, a 19th century villa immersed in the beautiful scenery of the Amalfi Coast. Here, you’ll find yourself within an elegant seaside residence surrounded by the sparkling blue of the Mediterranean sea and sky, amidst luscious olive groves and fruit orchards.

You’ll be spoiled for choice with Hotel Santa Caterina’s delectable restaurants both with panoramic sea views. At the Michelin starred Glicine, induge in a new fine dining concept, offering cuisine focused on local recipes and Mediterranean flavours, proposing balanced, elegant and innovative dishes. For a more casual affair, lunch and dinner are served also at the Beach Club’s Restaurant Al Mare, restaurant positioned on a perched terrace just above Hotel Santa Caterina’s private beach platform.

• Prices for Santa Caterina, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $600++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

LE SIRENUSE, POSITANO

Address:Via Cristoforo Colombo, 30, 84017 Positano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @lesirenuse

Discover luxury like no other at Le Sirenuse, perched above the sea in the picturesque Positano Village, in the heart of the Amalfi coastline. What was once a family vacation house has since been lovingly repurposed into one of Italy’s leading seaside resorts. Vacationers will find unrivalled romance in Le Sirenuse’s 58 charming rooms overlooking the idyllic coastal scenery and the bustling Positano village.

Experience paradise in a lavish Junior Suite with undisturbed ocean views, relax on your private terrace and take in the breathtaking scenery. With four bars and restaurants to choose from, you won’t ever have to leave the hotel, but if you’re craving adventure why not explore the Amalfi Coast on a hotel boat. Explore your surroundings further with a tour through Pompeii, Paestum and beyond.

• Prices for Le Sirenuse, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $770++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

CASA PRIVATA, PRAIANO

Address:Via Rezzola, 41, 84010 Praiano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @casaprivata

What was once old and stony fisherman’s ruin has since been carefully restored into Casa Privata, an exquisite and private retreat. Here, immaculate and enchanting gardens descend to an exclusive rocky beach offering guests utmost privacy. Lounge about on platforms with sun lounges, little tables, parasols, as well as a fresh water shower to wash the salt away.

With just seven rooms Casa Privata offers guests an exclusive opportunity to indulge in the finer things in life with a limited few, in complete privacy and seclusion. For meals, expect light, seasonal Mediterranean dishes made with fresh local ingredients as well as herbs, spices, fruit and vegetables grown within the estate guaranteeing unrivalled quality.

• Prices for Casa Privata, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $530++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

VILLA FRANCA, POSITANO

Address:Viale Pasitea, 318, 84017 Positano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @villafrancapositano

Villa Franca sits perfectly positioned on a hill between the rugged cliff tops and the glistening Mediterranean, boasting unrivalled views as it claims the title of the highest hotel in Positano. With the picturesque cobbled piazzas of the town and two blissful beaches just steps away, this stylish hilltop retreat offers the chance to check out from reality and absorb the glamor of the ever-enchanting Amalfi Coast.

The rooms and suites are spread across two elegant villas. Each room is unique, but all share Villa Franca’s signature style of luxurious, contemporary décor and are filled with carefully chosen furniture of the highest quality. Every room has generous windows that allow sunlight to fill the space as well as a private balcony or terrace where you can spend balmy evenings taking in spectacular views of the Amalfi coastline and the quaint cobbled streets of Positano.

• Prices for Villa Franca, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $460++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

IL SAN PIETRO, POSITANO

Address:Via Laurito, 2, 84017 Positano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @ilsanpietrodipositano

Carved into the cliff overlooking the Mediterranean, Il San Pietro boasts a number of beautifully appointed rooms, each with a combination of understated luxury, intricate detail, and unique design. If you’re looking for a little extra luxury and space, their Prestige rooms are everything you need, and then some. Every room has been individually designed, furnished with extra-large beds in handmade fabrics and comfortable bathrooms with wide showers and baths in Italian marble or terracotta ceramic tiles. A spacious terrace with a table, chairs and sunbeds offers stunning views overlooking the coast.

Overlooking Praiano and the coast, Il San Pietro’s Michelin starred restaurant, Zass, is surrounded by a bright and cheery atmosphere. Chef Alois Vanlangenaeker ‘s dishes embody his quest for purity, harmony & refinement. His creations recall contemporary paintings while seeking to maintain Italian gastronomic tradition. Many of the products found on the menu come from Il San Pietro’s vegetable garden or from local growers.

• Prices for Il San Pietro, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $404++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

CASA ANGELINA, PRAIANO

Address:Via Gennaro Capriglione, 147, 84010 Praiano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @casaangelinalifestyle

Sitting on the high cliffs of the Amalfi Coast, Casa Angelina offers a sublime slice of modern minimalism on the Mediterranean, with an emphasis on elegant simplicity and first-rate food. An airy refuge, this boutique 39-room hotel is a place where guests can rediscover the forgotten rhythms of long, drawn-out days and easy, lingering evenings. At Casa Angelina, attention to detail is at the centre of everything they do, from the pillowy and pristine white cotton sheets down to the carefully placed garnish of garden-grown herbs on your plate.

At Casa Angelina, dinner is more than a meal, it’s an event. The menu strikes the sweet spot between custom and creativity, honouring the traditional Campanian kitchen while simultaneously striving to keep things fresh, modern and exciting. Couple this with one of some 600 wine labels kept within the cellar and you’re in for a gastronomical delight.

• Prices for Casa Angelina, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $589++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

VILLA TREVILLE, POSITANO

Address:Via Arienzo, 30, 84017 Positano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @villatreville

Villa Treville is one of the most prestigious 5-star villas in Positano, set within a spectacular cliffside estate overlooking the sparkling blue waters of the bay below. With unrivalled guest service and meticulous attention to detail, you’re guaranteed an intimate and relaxing retreat where you can recharge and reinvigorate mind, body and soul.

Comprised of 5 mesmerising villas, the property cascades down the rocky cliffside, leading guests to a private seaside sundeck and jetty where they can spend their time soaking up the Mediterranean sun. The property is adorned with terraces, balconies, plunge pools and lush gardens where guests are invited to relax and enjoy the peaceful serenity of this private estate.

• Prices for Villa Treville, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $1169++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

HOTEL PICCOLO SANT’ANDREA, PRAIANO

Address:Via Campo, 15, 84010 Praiano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @piccolosantandrea_praiano

Located between Positano and Conca Dei Marini, Hotel Piccolo Sant’Andrea is perfectly positioned in Praiano, one of the pearls of the Amalfi Coast. The unique landscapes, the enchanting beaches and the celestial sea of Praiano make this town renowned all over the world.

Your time at Hotel Piccolo Sant’Andrea will be cherished for years to come, as you delight in luxury rooms and suites characterised by modern design with influences from Venetian art, each with breath-taking views of the sea. Every room and suite is immersed in green nature and has spacious panoramic terraces or romantic private gardens that ensure absolute privacy at any given time. Find total relaxation in the hotel spa, as well as the heated indoor swimming pool and a panoramic outdoor pool.

• Prices for Hotel Piccolo Sant’Andrea, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $308++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

VILLA FIORENTINO, POSITANO

Address:Via G. Marconi, 84017 Positano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @villa_fiorentino_positano

• Prices for Villa Fiorentino, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $768++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

BELMOND HOTEL CARUSO, RAVELLO

Address:Piazza S. Giovanni del Toro, 2, 84010 Ravello SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @belmondhotelcaruso

Set on a cliff edge 1,000ft above sea level, Belmond Hotel Caruso is your private vista over the Amalfi Coast. This former 11th-century palace boasts all the worldly luxuries anyone could desire. Marbled hallways lead to rooms brimming with antiques and paintings by old masters. Cascading down the mountain, past lemon groves and olive vines, is Ravello, the mesmerising ‘city of music’.

• Prices for Belmond Hotel Caruso, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $660++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

HOTEL VILLA CIMBRONE, RAVELLO

Address:Via Santa Chiara, 26, 84010 Ravello SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @villacimbrone

Indulge in the grandiose splendour of Hotel Villa Cimbrone, one of the most prestigious hotels in the entire Mediterranean. The magical ambience of a bygone era permeate this 12th century residence. The Vuilleumier family conserves and protects the original architectural and decorative features so that even today, guests can feel as if they have travelled through time.

• Prices for Villa Cimbrone, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $651++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

PALAZZO AVINO, RAVELLO

Address:Via S. Giovanni del Toro, 28, 84010 Ravello SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @palazzoavino

Tucked away in the medieval hilltop village of Ravello, perched high on the cliffs 1,000 ft above the sparkling Mediterranean, Palazzo Avino overlooks some of the coast’s most picturesque fishing villages. Built in what was once a 12th century private villa for an Italian noble family, Palazzo Avino was reimagined into a hotel in 1997.

Aside from lavish rooms and suites, Palazzo Avino offers guests truly unique dining experiences, from fine dining at Michelin starred Rossellinis to an intimate candlelit dinner for two at the Sommelier’s table within the ‘wine library’ cave. If you want to get a little closer to the sea, the exclusive Palazzo Avino Clubhouse is just a short 15 minute drive away. Spend your days relaxing along the beach platforms, cooling off in the refreshing swimming pool or diving into the glistening Mediterranean sea.

• Prices for Palazzo Avino, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $391++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

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HOTEL POSEIDON, POSITANO

Address:Viale Pasitea, 148, 84017 Positano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @hotelposeidonpositano

Feel at home at Hotel Poseidon, once a beautiful Mediterranean villa in the heart of Positano, is today a charming hotel overlooking the vertical village and the Amalfi Coast. Each of the 48 rooms have been furnished with Mediterranean flair and vary in size and furniture from one to the next. Most of them have a private terrace which offers a breathtaking view of Positano and its coloured houses, the coastline and panoramic views of the sea.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner at Il Tridente are a flavoursome affair, with the exclusive use of local, fresh ingredients. Chef Antonio Sorrentino and his team honour the Neapolitan culinary tradition with a carefully curated menu featuring authentic dishes that have been passed on for generations. The wine cellar offers an expansive selection of regional and international labels which the in-house sommelier can suggest the perfect pairing for your chosen dish.

• Prices for Hotel Poseidon, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $284++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

PALAZZO MURAT, POSITANO

Address:Piazza dei Mulini, 23, 84017 Positano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @palazzomuratpositano

A charming nineteenth-century residence, Palazzo Murat is surrounded by a shaded garden where you’ll be met with the Mediterranean scents of citrus emanating from the lemons, hydrangeas, and roses of Donna Carmela. Located right in the centre of Positano, once you go beyond the gate of the Palazzo the atmosphere is enchanting. You’ll find elegant tailor shops, art galleries, open-air cafes, and terraces filled with vibrant and sweet smelling flowers.

• Prices for Palazzo Murat, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $338++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

GRAND HOTEL TRITONE, PRAIANO

Address:Via Campo, 5, 84010 Praiano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @grandhoteltritonepraiano

• Prices for Grand Hotel Tritone, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $248++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

HOTEL ONDA VERDE, PRAIANO

Address:Via Terramare, 3, 84010 Praiano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @hotelondaverde

Hotel Onda Verde is located just a few steps from the beach and the cliffs that lead down to the Amalfi Coast in Praiano. Featuring a refreshing outdoor swimming pool, guests can delight in panoramic views of the Mediterranean sea, as well as the lush gardens that surround the property.

The hotel consists of 25 charming rooms spread across 5 independent villas, offering all the comforts of the modern day, as well as terraces where you can spend lazy days enjoying the breath-taking view of the sea below. Just below the property, you’ll find a dock for boats to Positano and daily excursions to Capri and Ischia.

• Prices for Hotel Onda Verde, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $257++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

HOTEL L’ANCORA, POSITANO

Address:Via Cristoforo Colombo, 36, 84017 Positano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @hotelancorapositano

If you’re looking for the perfect place to call home while you explore the exciting Amalfi coastline, look no further than Hotel L’Ancora. With its spot perched above the shore, you’re just a stones throw from a relaxing beachside walk or a day trip to the nearby shopping strip.

Each of the eighteen rooms is unique in its elegant design and spacious layout with large bathrooms, private terraces and breathtaking views. For upgraded luxury, why not book a stay in the Junior Suite and enjoy unparalleled views of Positano from your own private, outdoor hot tub.

• Prices for Hotel L’Ancora, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $317++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

HOTEL MARINCANTO, POSITANO

Address:Via Cristoforo Colombo, 50, 84017 Positano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @marincanto_romantichotel

From its enviable position overlooking the entire bay, Hotel Marincanto is a picture perfect place to call home during your Mediterranean escape. Every thoughtfully designed room and suite at Marincanto is different, offering each guest a truly unique experience. It’s hard to look past the Junior Suite, featuring a Jacuzzi jetshower or tub and a private terrace offering a charming view of the Positano bay.

• Prices for Hotel Marincanto, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $164++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

VILLA GABRISA, POSITANO

Address:Viale Pasitea, 223, 84017 Positano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @villagabrisa

Villa Gabrisa, formerly a historic home owned by the Rispoli family, is located in a stunning residential area near the centre of Positano, less than a 15 minute walk from the beaches. From every elegant room there is an expansive view of the deep blue water of the Tyrrhenian sea, of the famed “Li Galli” islands and a picturesque view of Positano.

Indulge in the delicious cuisine on offer a ‘da Gabrisa’ restaurant, boasting captivating views of the sea, a charming yet elegant atmosphere and traditional local dishes. In the evenings, retire to your room or better yet why not upgrade to the Suite Elegance, the largest and most lavish rooms in the property. Delight in your own private terrace, thoughtfully appointed with antique furniture handcrafted in Florence.

• Prices for Villa Gabrisa, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $212++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

VILLA YIARA, POSITANO

Address:Viale Pasitea, 294, 84017 Positano SA, Italy (Location Map)

Instagram: @villayiarapositano

What was once a 17th century mansion has since been transformed into a charming boutique B&B by a local Positano family. Their family home now boasts 9 bright and cheerful rooms, all thoughtfully decorated with crisp whites and soft yellow hues, accentuated by lush greenery.

Whatever your choice of room, whether it be the apartment with a terrace and sea view or the romantic King room with a balcony, you’re guaranteed to wake up on the right side of the bed with in-room breakfast delivery each morning. Spend lazy mornings tucked under the covers or enjoy your home cooked breakfast overlooking the Positano sea.

• Prices for Villa Yiara, one of the best hotels on the Amalfi Coast, start at USD $344++ per night. Click here for best available prices.

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