A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated March 2024.
We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Amalfi Coast, Italy. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Delightful property. Very stylish. Superb interior design. Borgo Santandrea offers accommodation on the Amalfi Coast. It offers free parking, and panoramic sea views from the swimming pool and the sun deck. Borgo Santandrea offers spacious accommodation with views of the sea, a satellite TV and a minibar. The property features a terrace bar and a beach bar, and the 3 restaurants serve Mediterranean cuisine with local specialties. During summer, guests can enjoy Borgo Santandrea's beach.Show full description
Borgo Santandrea is definitely one of the most beautiful hotels on the Almafi Coast. Everything is perfect here, starting from the incredibly spacious rooms with classy Italian design and huge windows with stunning rooms, to the private beach and fully equipped tanning area. Take a note that some suites have a bathtub!
Romantic. Relaxing atmosphere. Popular among couples. Perched on a sea-view cliff on the Amalfi Coast, Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast is set in a renovated building of the 11th century. The property includes an infinity pool, terraced gardens, and historic interiors with frescoed ceilings. The rooms and suites offer views of the garden or the sea. The rooms are located in the main building or in the annex in the garden. All accommodation is complete with an LCD TV with CD player, air conditioning, and free internet. Some rooms and suites offer a private balcony. A generous breakfast is served daily at the Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast. The Belvedere Restaurant serves traditional Italian specialities and the Pool Grill is the ideal spot for a light lunch and a taste of Italian pizza. During the summer, the property offers complimentary boat excursions along the coast, as well as a free shuttle to Amalfi and Positano.Show full description
Incredible hotel with breathtaking views and gorgeous infinity pool. The rooms and facilities are outstanding, with comfortable beds, beautiful decor, and a great restaurant!
Charming. Elegant. Great value. Popular among couples. This luxurious adult-only hotel is perched on a cliff with panoramic views of the Gulf of Salerno. A former monastery, it maintains the original style, and offers a garden with swimming pool and a free spa. A free shuttle to Amalfi is available. Monastero Santa Rosa Hotel & Spa offers elegant, refined rooms with views of the sea. All accommodation comes with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and a flat-screen TV. The spa of Monastero Santa Rosa is complete with tepidarium, Turkish bath and whirlpool bath, all with free entry. Massages and beauty treatments, using Santa Maria Novella products, are also available. Breakfast includes traditional Neapolitan pastries such as Sfogliatelle Santa Rosa, and also savoury food. The gourmet restaurant serves local and national cuisine, and can cater to special dietary requirements.Show full description
A wonderfully special place on the Amalfi coast. The hotel is set in a former monastery, with picture-perfect views from every angle. The first-class facilities and the pool area are fantastic. The rooms are extremely stylish and comfortable!
Beautiful. Elegant. Offering a private beach, fitness centre and a Michelin-starred restaurant, Il San Pietro di Positano is located in Positano. This luxurious 5-star hotel features elegantly furnished rooms with a terrace and sea views. The spacious rooms all include bathrobes, slippers and a flat-screen TV with satellite and pay-per-view channels. Some also feature a design sofa or chair. Local organic food is used to prepare gourmet dishes at the restaurant. A generous sweet and savoury buffet breakfast is served daily. On request, breakfast is provided in your room. At the San Pietro di Positano hotel, you can enjoy drinks and cocktails at one of 2 bars, one of which is at the beach. A tennis court, state-of-the-art spa and a free outdoor pool are also available. This hotel includes free on-site parking. A free shuttle bus to/from the centre of Positano can be arranged on request.Show full description
Flawless hotel in a wonderful location, easy commuting to Positano. The views from the rooms are magnificent. This place provides the best experience and a comfortable stay. Outstanding facilities!
Opened January 2023. Set in Furore, 1 km from Fjord of Furore Beach, Furore Grand Hotel offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Each accommodation at the 5-star hotel has sea views, and guests can enjoy access to a terrace and to a hot tub. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi. At the hotel the rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All guest rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. An à la carte, continental or Italian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At Furore Grand Hotel you will find a restaurant serving Italian, Mediterranean and international cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot spring bath. Marina di Praia Beach is 2.7 km from Furore Grand Hotel, while Amalfi Cathedral is 9.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Naples International Airport, 56 km from the hotel.Show full description
Romantic. Charming. Great location. Popular among women. Hotel Palazzo Murat is in Positano’s centre, 250 metres from the beach. Set in an elegant 18th-century building, it is surrounded by landscaped gardens and enjoys panoramic views of the village. Most of the spacious rooms overlook the sea, the garden, or the perched town. All air conditioned and non-smoking, they offer flat-screen satellite TV and a balcony. Wi-Fi is free in public areas. A breakfast buffet is served every morning in the garden-view courtyard, and includes homemade pastries. Al Palazzo restaurant offers local specialities on a veranda surrounded by centuries-old citrus trees. During the summer, Palazzo Murat provides a boat for tours along the Amalfi Coast. Friendly staff at the 24-hour reception can also offer free beach towels.Show full description
Outstanding hotel with a royal ambiance in the beautiful pedestrian area of Positano - luxury standard in every way. Gorgeous views from the rooms and pool. Comfortable facilities for a relaxing vacation!
Relaxing atmosphere. Great breakfast. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. Hotel Onda Verde is a few steps from the beach and the cliffs that lead down to the Amalfi Coast in Praiano. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the property is surrounded by lush Mediterranean gardens. The hotel consists of 5 independent villas, offering air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and panoramic views. Some rooms come with a sea-view terrace. Parking is available for free on site or nearby and avanced reservation is always necessary. Just underneath the hotel guests will find a landing-stage for boats to Positano and daily excursions to Capri and Ischia. A lift is available from the main road to reception and all rooms.Show full description
Fantastic hotel overlooking the famous Amalfi coast, with a luxurious yet tranquil ambiance. Great outdoor swimming pool, well-kept, lush Mediterranean gardens, and beautifully designed rooms with panoramic views.
Historic. Great value. This cliff-top hotel in Amalfi is a converted 13th-century monastery. It offers free WiFi, ultra-modern rooms and an infinity pool overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. All rooms have sea views, terracotta floors and marble bathrooms. A flat-screen TV, minibar and pillow menu come as standard. Each private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and toiletries. Breakfast is buffet style at Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel. The property boasts 2 restaurant. The main one, La Locanda, offers a gourmet menu and Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. During summer guests can enjoy meals on the panoramic terrace. An infinity pool, a gym and a wellness centre are available at the Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel. Amalfi centre is a 5-minute walk away downhill. The picturesque town of Positano is 40 minutes' drive away.Show full description
Beautiful, historic hotel with a fantastic view, making it an ideal place to relax and meditate. Beautifully furnished rooms have marble bathrooms and incredible sea views. This boutique hotel also has a STUNNING infinity pool! This boutique hotel has great affordability!
Great views. Popular among women. On a cliff overlooking the Amalfi Coast, Grand Hotel Tritone offers an outdoor pool set in gardens. The private beach is directly below, and there is free Wi-Fi and free parking with valet service. Rooms at the family-run Tritone are air conditioned and equipped with satellite TV. Some rooms have a seating area and a furnished balcony overlooking the sea. Restaurant La Cala delle Lampare serves traditional Mediterranean dishes out on the panoramic terrace. Beach Restaurant Ninò, found on the private beach, is open daily. The on-site wine cellar provides a wide variety of local and Italian wines. Guests can take the lift down to the private beach below the hotel. Here you will find a bar and café serving lunch. Just a few steps from the Grand Tritone Hotel, there are buses to Praiano and Positano, both less than 10 minutes’ drive away.Show full description
An exceptional property perched on a cliff, with beautiful terraces of ocean views of Praiano, a cave walk to the beach club, and unbelievable food. Everything is just AMAZING! This hotel has outstanding views.
Romantic. Lovely property. Lovely interior design. A boutique hotel perched on the cliffs of the Amalfi coast, Casa Angelina has all the ingredients for a holiday you’ll never forget, from spectacular views to excellent spa facilities. Modern and effortlessly stylish, Casa Angelina offers top-quality service and beautiful rooms with views over the Mediterranean. Praiano town is close by. You can unwind in the panoramic outdoor pool set on one of Casa Angelina’s terraces, or use the hotel’s glass elevator and then go down 200 steps to the well-equipped beach. The property organises tailor-made tours on one of its private boats moored on site. Alternatively head indoors for a relaxing spa treatment. Here you will find a heated indoor pool, a sauna and a gym featuring the latest fitness equipment. You can also enjoy massages, take part in pilates classes or have a beauty treatment. Casa Angelina has 2 restaurants, Un Piano Nel Cielo serving traditional dishes, and the poolside restaurant Seascape All Day Casual Dining Restaurant, which serves Mediterranean specialities. Afterwards check out Seascape Bar, the perfect place to sip cocktails and listen to music. Room service is available 24 hours a day.Show full description
Absolutely wonderful hotel with exceptional decor. The rooms and hotel are very clean, spotless, comfortable, and beautiful. Food in the restaurant is just WOW. Highly recommended if you want luxury and genuine Italian hospitality.
Highly elegant. Relaxing atmosphere. Set in Ravello, 2.3 km from Spiaggia di Castiglione, Palazzo Avino offers accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a terrace, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation features room service, a business centre and organising tours for guests. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, and some units at the hotel have a balcony. Speaking English, Spanish, French and Italian, staff are willing to help at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near Palazzo Avino include Duomo di Ravello, Villa Rufolo and San Lorenzo Cathedral.Show full description
This is likely the most elegant and relaxing small luxury hotel in Amalfi Coast.
Set on a cliff on the Amalfi Coast, Hotel Miramalfi provides panoramic sea views from its restaurant, swimming pool and guest rooms. It features Mediterranean-style décor. All rooms have a TV with satellite channels, air conditioning and a minibar, while some include a balcony. The bathroom comes with a hairdryer and toiletries. Guests can reach different sun terraces and the private beach with a lift that has been carved in the cliff. The restaurant serves traditional Campania cuisine. Occasionally, they organise live music dinners. The Miramalfi Hotel is 800 metres from Amalfi city centre. Positano is a 20-minute drive away.Show full description
Charming. Historic property. Great location. With such a unique setting and design, your stay at the Hotel Luna Convento is sure to be unforgettable. Here you can enjoy an unbeatable view across the Amalfi Coast. The guest rooms surround the ancient courtyard dating back to the 13th century when the hotel was once a convent. Founded in 1222 by San Francesco d'Assisi, the church is still used today for weddings and celebrations. Always a favourite with an elite clientèle, Hotel Luna Convento features a large outdoor pool and a reef, complete with sun loungers and umbrellas. From here you can access the beautiful Mediteranean Sea. The heritage of this striking building is maintained yet combined with all modern facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby. At lunch and dinner you can enjoy local delicacies at the 2 restaurants, one overlooking the coast, the other in the ancient tower. The centre of Amalfi is just 200 metres away and there is a public bus stop within the hotel grounds. At reception you can book tours and transfers by limousine or minivan to airports, train stations, and main cities. Excursions by speedboat along the Amalfi Coast and the islands can also be organised.Show full description
Such a unique hotel with a lovely old-school vibe and beautiful cloister gardens. The rooms are spacious with a lovely balcony and stunning views over the sea and Amalfi! I rate this as the most charming and historic small luxury hotel in Amalfi Coast.
Superb breakfast. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Family-run Hotel Margherita offers views of the Amalfi Coast, and features a panoramic sun terrace with hydromassage pool. All rooms have a balcony, overlooking the sea or the garden. Parking is free. All rooms come with an LCD TV with over 200 Sky and international channels, a minibar, and free Wi-Fi. The décor is classic, with traditional furniture and majolica tiles. The private bathroom has natural toiletries. The buffet breakfast includes organic ingredients, fresh fruit, Italian pastries, and omelettes and bacon made to order. The on-site restaurant serves regional specialities, and offers a selection of over 100 Italian wines. The hotel offers a free shuttle to Praiano Beach and the city centre. A public bus for Positano departs hourly from a bus stop nearby.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a highly rated breakfast, super comfortable beds and a cool rooftop restaurant!
Cosy rooms. Comfortable beds. Relais Paradiso is in Marina di Vietri, just 10 minutes by bus from the centre of Vietri sul Mare. It offers a free scheduled shuttle to the beach and village. All rooms at the Paradiso come with free internet and minibar, and a private terrace with a wonderful view. Wellness treatments are bookable directly in the room. The Paradiso's outdoor swimming pool is located on a terrace with sun deck and amazing sea views.Show full description
Cosy rooms. Great views. Set in the heart of Positano, Hotel Marincanto offers panoramic views across the town and the Mediterranean Sea from its many terraces. It features a small wellness area ,an infinity pool and a privately owned beach. Each room is unique and luxurious at the Marincanto Hotel. All are air conditioned, bright and spacious with a sea-view balcony. You will have free Wi-Fi, an LCD TV and a laptop-sized safe. An extensive sweet and savoury breakfast buffet is provided daily, including freshly baked cakes and cold meats. Bacon and eggs are available on request. A bar service is available 24-hours a day. Drinks can be enjoyed out on one of the terraces. You will be surrounded by some of Positano's most popular shops and restaurants. A variety of trips can be made along the Amalfi coast, with Sorrento just 15 km away.Show full description
Great value. Rooftop pool. Popular among women. Offering an à la carte restaurant, wellness facilities and a rooftop pool with panoramic views of the Amalfi Coast, Tramonto d’Oro has been is run by the same family since 1952. It provides free parking and individually furnished air-conditioned rooms. All rooms at the Tramonto come with free internet, satellite TV and a minibar. Most offer views of Positano and the coast, and bathrooms decorated with hand-painted Vietri tiles. A generous buffet-style breakfast is available on the panoramic terrace. The restaurant overlooks Positano and the coast, both from the dining room and the terrace. The courteous staff serve Campania specialities, together with vegetarian and children’s menus on request. The wellness facilities includes a sauna, Turkish bath and gym. Massage treatments are also available. Positano is 6 km from the hotel, along the scenic SS163 Amalfi Coast Road. A public bus stops just outside the hotel.Show full description
Beautiful. Comfortable beds. Centrally located in Positano, Le Sirenuse is just 200 metres from the coast and its beautiful beaches. It features an oyster bar, a Michelin-starred restaurant, and elegant rooms with a private balcony. There are also a free swimming pool, hammam, and fitness centre. The spacious and air-conditioned rooms have a white-themed décor and full views of the Mediterranean Sea. Each offers a satellite flat-screen TV with Blu-ray player, an iPod dock, and a fully equipped en suite bathroom with a large spa bath and soft slippers. At the Sirenuse you can unwind at the oyster bar, where you will find a variety of oysters that you can enjoy together with champagne. The Michelin-starred restaurant has a spacious terrace overlooking the sea. The hotel’s wellness centre is complete with a sauna, hammam, and massages are also available. The property can arrange boat rental on request, from May until September. Napoli Capodichino Airport and Train Station are approximately 60 km away. Sorrento is 16 km from the property, and you can reach Amalfi in 40 minutes by car.Show full description
Absolutely gorgeous place with stunning views from everywhere in the hotel. Top-class restaurant, food is delicious. The pool area is great and well-maintained. The rooms have nice traditional decor and comfortable beds.
Cosy rooms. Ravello Art Hotel Marmorata is a former paper mill on a private cliff directly on the sea on the Amalfi Coast. It offers a hydromassage pool, and sea-view dining. Rooms at Ravello Art Hotel Marmorata are in marine style. Some rooms overlook the sea and some also have a spa bath. L’Antica Cartiera restaurant serves traditional dishes including fish specialities and homemade pasta. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the elegant dining room or on the sea-view terrace. This hotel is in Ravello, 800 metres from Minori and 2 km from Amalfi. Public buses from Salerno Train Station stop in front of the hotel on request.Show full description
Stylish. Rooftop bar. Rooftop pool. Popular among couples. The 5-star Hotel Villa Franca features stunning views of the sea and of Positano from its hilltop position. Offering 2 restaurants, it also comes with an outdoor pool, a spa and a bar. Free shuttle rides to/from the town centre are available. You can relax under a parasol by the rooftop pool, and enjoy the beautiful view. In the evening, you can also have a drink at the Gallis bar or on the terrace overlooking the town. In the O'Spa wellness centre you can recharge in the Hammam or with a massage treatment. The property also features a fully equipped fitness centre. Typical Mediterranean cuisine can be sampled at the poolside Galligrill restaurant and the gourmet Li Galli restaurant onsite. The hotel is just a 15 minutes' walk or short shuttle ride from the town centre and the beach.Show full description
Outstanding hotel with breathtaking views of the mountains and sea from the big rooftop pool. The rooms are very comfortable and cozy. Exceptional cleanliness and perfect design.
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