Amalfi Coast

Best Hotels in Amalfi Coast

As if someone once painted cliffs into the sea, draped lemon trees from balconies and poured sunlight over every stone wall.

That’s the Amalfi Coast.

It’s not just beautiful, it’s deliriously cinematic, almost too perfect to be real.

And yet, beneath the postcard perfection, there’s something else a kind of Italian gravity.

Everything here pulls you back into your body. Your senses. Your softness.

La Dolce Vita isn’t a cliché, it’s a discipline. A ritual. A way of holding the moment in your hands.

To know before you go

• Best time to visit

May to June: perfection. Everything is in bloom, temperatures are mild, and the coast is alive but not yet overcrowded.

Avoid July–August if you’re sensitive to crowds and heat. Off-season (late Oct–March) offers moody beauty but many places close.

• Entry & Travel

No visa needed for EU / Swiss / UK / US visitors for short stays.

Nearest airport is Naples (NAP) and then approx. 1h30–2h by car or transfer. Helicopter transfers and private boats are also available for select properties.

Best places to stay in Amalfi Coast

Each of these addresses embodies the quiet luxury of presence with impeccable views and timeless taste. We based our list on guests’ recommendations, amenities, service quality, brand reputation, hotel location, style and design.

Le Sirenuse - Positano

A postcard come to life.

This legendary hotel is the beating heart of Positano’s elegance. White arches, vintage prints, orange blossoms on every terrace and views that almost feel fictional.

The pool, the bar, the candlelit dinners… all whisper la dolce vita without trying too hard.

Villa Cimbrone

Steeped in history and oozing grandeur, the prestigious Villa Cimbrone hotel dates back to the 12th century. As an architectural marvel, the hotel is a beautiful backdrop for those searching for a honeymoon escape.

Miramalfi - Amalfi

Hotel Miramalfi is where Amalfi’s cinematic beauty meets quiet luxury. A timeless escape carved into the cliffs, offering panoramic views, a serene beach club, and design that whispers elegance.

Come for the view. Stay for the feeling.

Casa Angelina - Praiano

Minimalism above the sea.

This white-on-white boutique hotel is suspended between sky and water. Think : modern art, panoramic suites, and a palette that makes you feel both calm and alive.

Far from the crowds, it’s quiet, airy, and disarmingly intimate.

Borgo Santandrea - Amalfi

Old-world charm, redesigned.

Perched on a cliff near Amalfi town, this newcomer offers timeless architecture reimagined in bold navy, creamy whites, and handcrafted tiles.

Rooms cascade down the rock, with sea views so wide they feel like paintings.

For those who appreciate grand entrances and soft linens.

Monastero Santa Rosa - Conca dei Marini

A monastery reborn into serenity.

Once a 17th-century Dominican convent, now a secluded luxury escape. Terraced gardens. A dramatic infinity pool. Rooms that smell of citrus and history. Far from tourists and overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.

The spa, carved into stone, feels sacred.

Villa Treville - Positano

Private, opulent, artistic.

Once the home of director Franco Zeffirelli, this estate-turned-hotel is pure Mediterranean theater.

Each suite is different. Filled with books, antiques, and lush textures. A true retreat for the creative and curious.

For the artist, the writer, or the quiet luxury lover who avoids mainstream.

Palazzo Avino - Ravello

A rose-hued palace in the sky.

Perched high above the coast in the timeless village of Ravello, this 12th-century private villa turned five-star hotel offers sweeping views, antique-filled salons and a Michelin-starred restaurant.

The rose-colored façade, dramatic staircases and scent of bougainvillea turn every moment into a romantic scene.

For the classicist with a love for poetry, art and aperitivi under the stars.

Hotel Santa Caterina - Amalfi

Old-fashioned charm with a Riviera soul.

Built into a cliffside and still family-run, this property radiates Italian warmth with impeccable service. Terracotta tiles, hand-painted ceramics, and citrus groves surround a vintage-style lift that glides down to the private beach club.

It’s luxurious without ever feeling cold.

For those who appreciate elegance with history and tradition served with fresh peaches.