5-star Hotels in Positano, Italy

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Positano is a town on the Amalfi Coast in Campania, set in an enclave of hills that tumble down to the sea. It is centred on a lively waterfront and steep, narrow streets that lead to the shore.

Beach & coastal views Jul–Aug Hiking & viewpoints Jun–Jul Wet season & fewer crowds Nov–Dec

Church of Santa Maria Assunta
Historic church with an iconic majolica-tiled dome and a Byzantine icon of the Madonna. Tip: Allow time to admire the architecture and artworks.
Marina Grande Beach
Main beach with a scenic cliff backdrop where visitors relax and swim. Tip: Plan time for swimming and seaside relaxation.
Path of the Gods Viewpoint
Renowned viewpoint on the coastal hiking trail where visitors stop to rest, take photographs, and enjoy the natural beauty. Tip: Pause at viewpoints to photogra

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Rainiest: Nov–Dec

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Il San Pietro di Positano

Stars: 5Rating: 9.8Family friendly

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Private beach. Michelin-starred dining. Sea-view terraces. Spa and tennis court. Il San Pietro di Positano is a refined 5-star retreat perched above the Amalfi coastline, offering elegantly furnished rooms with terraces and sweeping sea views. The hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant emphasizes local organic ingredients, delivering gourmet dishes alongside a generous buffet breakfast that can be served in-room upon request. Relaxation and recreation blend effortlessly with a private beach,…Private beach. Michelin-starred dining. Sea-view terraces. Spa and tennis court. Il San Pietro di Positano is a refined 5-star retreat perched above the Amalfi coastline, offering elegantly furnished rooms with terraces and sweeping sea views. The hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant emphasizes local organic ingredients, delivering gourmet dishes alongside a generous buffet breakfast that can be served in-room upon request. Relaxation and recreation blend effortlessly with a private beach, outdoor pool, spa facilities, and a tennis court. Two bars, including one on the beach, provide inviting spots for cocktails. Complimentary parking and shuttle service to Positano’s center enhance the seamless, secluded experience.

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Le Sirenuse

Stars: 5Rating: 9.7Family friendly

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Sea-view rooms. Michelin-starred dining. Oyster bar. Wellness centre. Le Sirenuse enjoys a prime location in Positano, just 200 metres from the coast and its picturesque beaches. The hotel offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms adorned in white décor, each featuring a private balcony with full Mediterranean Sea views. Interiors include satellite flat-screen TVs, Blu-ray players, and spa baths for a comforting retreat. Dining is elevated with a Michelin-starred restaurant on a terrace…Sea-view rooms. Michelin-starred dining. Oyster bar. Wellness centre. Le Sirenuse enjoys a prime location in Positano, just 200 metres from the coast and its picturesque beaches. The hotel offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms adorned in white décor, each featuring a private balcony with full Mediterranean Sea views. Interiors include satellite flat-screen TVs, Blu-ray players, and spa baths for a comforting retreat. Dining is elevated with a Michelin-starred restaurant on a terrace overlooking the sea, complemented by an oyster bar serving fresh selections alongside champagne. Guests can relax at the wellness centre, which includes a hammam, sauna, and massage services. Boat rentals are available seasonally for exploring the coastline.

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Villa Magia

Stars: 5Rating: 9.6Family friendly

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Boutique hotel. Panoramic sea views. Two outdoor pools. Wellness centre. Villa Magia, set in the heart of Positano, offers a serene retreat with panoramic views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The boutique property features two outdoor pools, well-kept gardens, and terraces perfect for quiet relaxation. Rooms include private terraces, flat-screen TVs, and access to pool and fitness towels. Guests can enjoy a restaurant and bar on site, along with a gym and a wellness centre complete with a hammam…Boutique hotel. Panoramic sea views. Two outdoor pools. Wellness centre. Villa Magia, set in the heart of Positano, offers a serene retreat with panoramic views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The boutique property features two outdoor pools, well-kept gardens, and terraces perfect for quiet relaxation. Rooms include private terraces, flat-screen TVs, and access to pool and fitness towels. Guests can enjoy a restaurant and bar on site, along with a gym and a wellness centre complete with a hammam and massage services. The hotel provides concierge assistance and 24-hour room service. Fornillo Beach is a 650-metre stroll away, with the Positano Ferry Jetty reachable in 10 minutes on foot.

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Villa Treville

Stars: 5Rating: 9.5Family friendlyPet friendly

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Cliffside luxury. Sea views. Private beach. Club lounge access. Perched on a cliff along the Amalfi Coast, Villa Treville offers luxurious rooms and suites with views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The estate spans four independent buildings within a 2-hectare garden, blending privacy with natural beauty. Amenities include air-conditioned, uniquely decorated rooms featuring balconies, seating areas, free minibars, and some with private pools and terraces. Guests enjoy direct elevator…Cliffside luxury. Sea views. Private beach. Club lounge access. Perched on a cliff along the Amalfi Coast, Villa Treville offers luxurious rooms and suites with views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The estate spans four independent buildings within a 2-hectare garden, blending privacy with natural beauty. Amenities include air-conditioned, uniquely decorated rooms featuring balconies, seating areas, free minibars, and some with private pools and terraces. Guests enjoy direct elevator access to a private beach, a gym, and complimentary Wi-Fi. The on-site restaurant serves a full American breakfast and fresh seafood, alongside meat and vegetarian options. Its location sits a 15-minute walk from Positano’s centre and 17 km from Sorrento.

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Hotel Palazzo Murat

Stars: 5Rating: 9.4Family friendly

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Central location. Panoramic village views. 18th-century architecture. Garden courtyard dining. Hotel Palazzo Murat sits at the heart of Positano, just 250 metres from the beach. Housed in an elegant 18th-century building, it is enveloped by landscaped gardens and offers panoramic views of the village. Spacious rooms are air conditioned and feature balconies overlooking the sea, gardens, or town. Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet of homemade pastries in the tranquil garden courtyard. The on-site Al Palazzo…Central location. Panoramic village views. 18th-century architecture. Garden courtyard dining. Hotel Palazzo Murat sits at the heart of Positano, just 250 metres from the beach. Housed in an elegant 18th-century building, it is enveloped by landscaped gardens and offers panoramic views of the village. Spacious rooms are air conditioned and feature balconies overlooking the sea, gardens, or town. Guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet of homemade pastries in the tranquil garden courtyard. The on-site Al Palazzo restaurant serves local specialities on a veranda surrounded by century-old citrus trees. Seasonal boat tours along the Amalfi Coast are available, complementing the attentive 24-hour reception service.

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Hotel Villa Franca

Stars: 5Rating: 9.3

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Hilltop location. Sea and town views. Rooftop pool. Spa and fitness centre. Perched above Positano, Hotel Villa Franca offers sweeping views of the sea and the picturesque town below. Guests can unwind by the rooftop pool while taking in the serene panorama or enjoy a cocktail at the Gallis bar overlooking the terrace. Dining options include the poolside Galligrill serving Mediterranean cuisine and the refined Li Galli restaurant. Wellness amenities feature a spa with a hammam and massage…Hilltop location. Sea and town views. Rooftop pool. Spa and fitness centre. Perched above Positano, Hotel Villa Franca offers sweeping views of the sea and the picturesque town below. Guests can unwind by the rooftop pool while taking in the serene panorama or enjoy a cocktail at the Gallis bar overlooking the terrace. Dining options include the poolside Galligrill serving Mediterranean cuisine and the refined Li Galli restaurant. Wellness amenities feature a spa with a hammam and massage treatments, alongside a fully equipped fitness centre. Convenient free shuttle service connects the property to the town centre and nearby beach within minutes on foot.

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Positano Casa Delizia

Stars: 5Rating: 9.3

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Spacious apartment. Sea views. Terrace and balcony. Kitchen-equipped. Positano Casa Delizia offers a spacious, five-star apartment with stunning sea views. The space includes a terrace and balcony, providing serene outdoor areas to unwind. Interiors feature air-conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, and a private bathroom, alongside thoughtful touches like soundproofing and a work desk. Located under 1 km from Positano Spiaggia and within walking distance to the Roman…Spacious apartment. Sea views. Terrace and balcony. Kitchen-equipped. Positano Casa Delizia offers a spacious, five-star apartment with stunning sea views. The space includes a terrace and balcony, providing serene outdoor areas to unwind. Interiors feature air-conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, a dining area, and a private bathroom, alongside thoughtful touches like soundproofing and a work desk. Located under 1 km from Positano Spiaggia and within walking distance to the Roman Archaeological Museum MAR, this apartment blends comfort with convenience. Naples International Airport is accessible 56 km away, making it an ideal base to explore the Amalfi Coast.

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Covo Dei Saraceni

Stars: 5Rating: 9.1Family friendly

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Seafront location. Mediterranean views. Outdoor pool. Elegant design. Covo Dei Saraceni is an elegant 5-star hotel set directly on the seafront in Positano, just 20 metres from the beach. Rooms offer balconies overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and are distinguished by tiled floors and Vietri ceramic bathroom details, with some featuring spa baths and terracotta floors. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by parasols and sun loungers, creating a tranquil space to relax.…Seafront location. Mediterranean views. Outdoor pool. Elegant design. Covo Dei Saraceni is an elegant 5-star hotel set directly on the seafront in Positano, just 20 metres from the beach. Rooms offer balconies overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and are distinguished by tiled floors and Vietri ceramic bathroom details, with some featuring spa baths and terracotta floors. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by parasols and sun loungers, creating a tranquil space to relax. Guests enjoy a daily breakfast with both sweet and savoury options, while the on-site restaurant serves Mediterranean and seafood dishes in refined surroundings. Amalfi is conveniently a 15-minute drive away.

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Hotel Le Agavi

Stars: 5Rating: 8.9Family friendly

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Private beach access. Heated outdoor pool. Michelin-starred dining. Shuttle to Positano. Hotel Le Agavi offers refined accommodations with views of the Amalfi Coast and direct access to a private beach reachable by lift. Rooms feature air conditioning, balconies or terraces, and satellite TV, with select suites including hot tubs or sensory showers. Guests enjoy dining in two restaurants led by a Michelin-starred chef, alongside three bars and beach club facilities. The hotel provides a shuttle service…Private beach access. Heated outdoor pool. Michelin-starred dining. Shuttle to Positano. Hotel Le Agavi offers refined accommodations with views of the Amalfi Coast and direct access to a private beach reachable by lift. Rooms feature air conditioning, balconies or terraces, and satellite TV, with select suites including hot tubs or sensory showers. Guests enjoy dining in two restaurants led by a Michelin-starred chef, alongside three bars and beach club facilities. The hotel provides a shuttle service to central Positano, with local bus stops nearby, a private dock, and boat rental options. Naples is an hour away, while Sorrento and the island of Capri lie within easy reach.

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