Goodness, I have only nice things to say about this place. We stayed here for about four nights…read moreand it was so comfortable. We got the king room and it was gigantic. It is a little hard to get to but if you take the train and get off at ercalano/portici, it is about an 8 min walk uphill. The walk may also be difficult if you have luggage because there is a lot of garbage on the streets and uneven pavement. It is situated in a small town so you will find a lot of local salumeria shops. The staff here were all very warm and friendly. We enjoyed eating at their restaurant too. It wasn't too expensive and fairly priced. Their morning breakfast was great. The outdoor area was lovely. The one tip I have though is that you should wear a lot of mosquito protection because you'll be bitten constantly.

Very classy place, still not too formal. Excellent service - kind, professional, accurate, warm…read more Great ambiente. The proposes risotto di mare was extremely good, as well as the polipo alla brace (grilled octopus). The house wine, a classic Falanghina, very enjoyable even if served a tiny bit too cold. The only improvements warmly recommended: 1) the tiramisù wasn't truly a masterpiece and should be taken out of the menu or reinvented. But honestly a more local pastiera could be a much more appropriate alternative especially for visitors from other regions. 2) the television set used to diffuse the music has to go: a black, plastic, cheap flat screen and a pc for music are truly not adequate for such a wonderful place. I definitely recommend the place for events or even for a romantic dinner, especially if taking a room in the adjacent hotel. A note concerning the prices: I wouldn't rate the place as very expensive. The suggested prices are totally justified for the quality provided.

Thank you to Lorenzo, Sarah, Paola and the whole concierge and reservations for taking care of me…read moreand my wife prior to our arrival. We are very grateful for your quick help and service! I'm so glad we went with ISP over le sirenuse. We have stayed at many Amex FHRs and Hotel Collections around the world and ISP's service is even above them (even more than four seasons otemachi)

Il Dan Pietro is one of the world's best hotels. It is expensive but worth every Euro. Go, relax…read moreand enjoy. La Bella Vita!

I highly recommend La Medusa. Service was impeccable. We loved having breakfast on the terrace…read more Delicious food and beautiful skyline views. We stayed here for our honeymoon and truly felt like a luxury getaway.

Exceptional is an understatement! The staff is welcoming and helpful. Attentive and caring for your…read moreevery need. The moment you enter the gate expect a more than beautiful scenery. The fruit forest setting is gorgeous! The spa is phenomenal and relaxing. The essential oils smell of local fresh citrus! Every view of the hotel is magnificent. Clean refreshing contemporary yet historical . The details are impeccable. The restaurant was completely to ourselves and they treated us well , especially Vin. The food was everything we could ask for. They made my pre birthday trip memorable and enjoyable! I would stay here 10 times over! 10 stars !

Pure romance!! Positano is amazing during golden hour. Romantic and stunning. But lots of walking…read moreup steps.

For my 800th review I'm reviewing the most beautiful location on the Amalfi Coast, Spiaggia…read moreGrande. This beautiful beach is located in the cliffside village of Positano in southern Italy. The best way to visit here is to take a ferry from nearby cities such as Naples, Sorrento, Amalfi, etc. Otherwise you'll spend close to 1.5 hours driving through some winding and hairpin turns from the nearest airport in Naples. The beach is located about 250 ft. below the closest road that allows cars, so expect to do a lot of hiking as you navigate your way through the tiny pedestrian only streets visiting shops, restaurants, and cafes. Parking is impossible here! Most of the beach here is private, so expect to spend 25 euros to rent a tiny sunbed packed in tightly next to some stranger. The small portion of the beach that is public is filled tightly with tourists marking their spot with a beach towel. The beach itself has tiny pebbles, so be sure to wear water shoes. During the day this place is packed with day trippers visiting. HOWEVER, from the early evening till mid morning you will have the place to yourself and enjoy this natural beauty. I highly recommend renting a boat on the pier and taking it out for a few hours to enjoy the blue waters and gorgeous views. That's the best way to experience this place! Overall I was really impressed the with the beauty of Positano. Such a fun place to visit with gorgeous views, great weather and beautiful crystal clear blue waters. Expect to pay high prices for restaurants and hotels here and dealing with crowds during the day. I definitely can see why the Amalfi Coast is one of the most beautiful places to visit on the planet!

Very pleasant hotel not far from the southeast entrance to the Pompeii ruins. Outdoor lobby lounge…read moreoff the street shaded by many potted lemon trees of different varieties. Our room was amply sized with a very comfortable bed (queen size plus?) with a balcony big enough for two chairs and a table. Good sized bathroom with a large walking shower. Nice sized armoire with plenty of hangers. Slippers and fluffy robes provide along with cash minibar. All finishing are in an updated modern style with polished stone floor and walls, as well as blonde woods. Breakfast included. Very nice. Staff attentive and helpful. Very easy access to the Pompeii ruins. Many shops and restaurant on the street within easy walking distance of the hotel lobby. Good WiFi too. Highly recommend you check out the Hotel Forum if stay in Pompeii Couldn't post a separate review for the restaurant, so here goes. We ate in the outdoor seating area in the outdoor lobby. Food was ultra fresh and tasty. First night we shared the "Mediterranean platter. Caprese with prosciutto and melon. Very ample portions. We enjoyed the experience so much we ate dinner there our second night. We shared a ceasar salad and a margarita pizza. Very fresh and tasty, again with ample portions. Included breakfast in the downstairs inside seating area was of ample varieties of traditional breakfast fair and yummy pastries. Breakfast served from 7:30-10:30am allowing time for those sleeping in.

Great modern hotel, nice large rooms, lots of modern technology from automated lights in the room…read moreto color changing lights in the shower. The staff is friendly, they offer a very nice breakfast included with the room. It is the best hotel to stay at while visit Pompeii. It is also close to one of the entrances to see the Pompeii ruins. Lots of restaurants near by and even a nice grocery store. In the evening they offer a happy hour with snacks as well. There is a beautiful dining area in the lemon garden, weather permitting. Lots of lemon trees on the property. The only negative thing is the internet and phone reception it is very poor.

It's almost impossible to capture how magnificent Le Sirenuse Is. Not only is it one of the most…read morestunning properties in the world, it is the energy... the feeling when you are inside of the property that truly transports you to a dreamlike state. Everything is perfection and I'm not exaggerating. I've stayed in some of the best hotels in the world, but this one to me is the peak. Our room was on another level. The most magnificent marbel bathroom, incredible shower, the bed was so comfortable with amazing bedding, linens, towels. The floors, the couch, every detail, even the closet and TVs. Don't even get me started about the balcony, it was so perfect that it literally felt like AI. Walking outside to the patio and being immersed in the magnificent views of Positano with the cliffside, there's just no words, you really have to live it to feel it! The pool is stunning, the food was out of this world, every moment was just pure bliss. I could stay here every year, you truly are transported into another dimension. Not only from the beauty, but service, of quality and general bliss. This is truly one of those places where you get what you pay for! Yes, it is exorbitantly expensive, but it's worth every penny because the memories that you create and the feeling that you take with you will last a lifetime! I cannot wait to return. Room number 71, one of the best I've ever stayed in! Breakfast was so exquisite, along with all of our lunches and dinners. I cannot wait to return! Their private Beach Club was also next level. I cannot stress the importance of how every little detail is thawed out and executed just perfectly. I love everyone at the hotel everyone that works there, & everything they offer, it's just the best!

How fitting it was when I got to stay here for a few days during my cousin's writer's workshop back…read morein March. I love how they continue to support writers. This was the workshop's 15th year. John Steinbeck once stayed here and wrote, "Positano bites deep. It is a dream place that isn't quite real when you are there and becomes beckoningly real after you have gone." It really is a breathtaking, magical city that I was fortunate to visit. What makes it even more amazing is that it is owned by the Sersale family from Naples who have opened up their summer vacation home and turned it into a lovely hotel in 1951. They had purchased the adjacent building next door to expand. This hotel was also once a US Army rest resort. It is still a family operated hotel with some staff. Antonio, the co-owner and general manager was at the writer's workshop dinner, and his wife Carla does the gardening throughout and designs for the Emporio Sirenuse boutique store across the street. Famous celebrities like Reese Witherspoon and Kylie Jenner have also stayed here. The rooms are a good size. We had a marble bathroom with huge bathtub and a small patio seating that had wooden lattice windows that opened to the pool/terrace overlooking the beach. I'm shocked about a Dyson hair dryer in its own box. The turn down service was so great. They laid out my sleep clothes, a small towel on the floor near the bed, slippers, a Baci chocolate (my fave), bottled water, turned down the lights and put music on the TV, and gave a card with the weather report for the next day. It was helpful! Positano was chilly and sometimes rainy mid March. Antonio, not the co-owner though same first name, was at the front and greeted us when we transferred from our AirBNB. He was the sweetest and helpful when I inquired about a tour to Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius. Even when I left before the writer's workshop ended, he said I should stay. I really wished I could! I had already taken 3 days post spring break from work since I had been to Germany and was headed to London before going home. The spa was open to the writers and their +1s. After hiking Mt. Vesuvius, I got to sit and relax my muscles in the sauna, ice room, and did 2 dips in the cold plunge pool. The snacks and tea were great. I loved that there was a shower with Aveda products. The gym was also on the same floor. La Sponda restaurant at the hotel terrace area is a Michelin star. They're usually open for dinner, but they were closed because it was still considered winter and not open until the end of March or beginning April during peak season. We were fortunate to enjoy a cocktail hour prior to dinner at La Sponda specifically for the writer's workshop. They also served a buffet breakfast plus a la carte entrees for 2 days. I missed one day since I had my tour of Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius in Naples and left early am before breakfast. I did take advantage the second day! Btw, you can also order in room service. I loved everything at Le Sirenuse from all the plants and flowers to the detailed decor, epic views, delicious food and friendly staff. This was a once in a lifetime experience I will never forget.

The Gardens of Augustus are a beautiful little stop in Capri and definitely worth visiting for the…read moreviews. The gardens themselves are fairly small, with some nice flowers and landscaping, but the real highlight is the overlook. You get an amazing bird's-eye view of the cliffs, the water, the rock formations, and the southern side of the island. It's a great place to really appreciate just how dramatic and beautiful Capri is. It was pretty packed with people when we visited, so don't expect a quiet garden experience. There are some shaded areas that were very pleasant, especially on a hot day, but the areas out in the sun can get pretty hot. Overall, it's a relatively quick stop, but the views alone make it worthwhile. A beautiful place to take some pictures, enjoy the scenery, and get a different perspective of the island. Definitely recommend stopping by while you're in Capri.

If you're visiting Capri, I definitely recommend making time for the Gardens of Augustus. It's an…read moreeasy walk from Piazza Umberto if you're already in town--or a bit more of a workout if you're making the climb from Marina Grande instead of taking the funicular. Either way, the effort is well worth it for the views. Originally created in the early 1900s by German industrialist Friedrich Alfred Krupp, the gardens are simply landscaped with colorful flowers, shady paths, and a handful of benches to sit and take it all in. Admission is inexpensive, unlike many other activities on the island. The gardens are famous for their stunning panoramic views of the iconic Faraglioni sea stacks, the dramatic sea cliffs, the turquoise waters of Marina Piccola, and the winding Via Krupp carved into the cliffs below. With several viewing platforms throughout the grounds, each stop offers a slightly different perspective--and every view is worth taking in. There's also the popular bar and lounge, Capri Rooftop, next door. It's a bit pricey, but with the heat and those incredible views, I honestly would've been happy to pay for a cold drink and a chance to relax if we hadn't been short on time. I would recommend pairing the two, especially on hot summer days! Simple, scenic, and worth the stop!

If I ever return to Sorrento I would definitely stay here. We stayed here 3 nights Sept 23-26,…read more2024. The front desk staff were very friendly & professional throughout our stay. This Hotel is a block away from shops, restaurants & the town square. Our room was very clean & comfortable. The bathroom is small but I've noticed that with most hotel bathrooms in Italy. The bathroom is equipped with a bidet that we never used. If you ask for extra towels they always obliged. I went to the pool area for an hour and it was nice & relaxing. The pool area is surrounded by Lemon trees. I chatted up with "Mr. Nobody" who was so funny. I think he's the bartender at the hotel. The breakfast which was included in our rate was delicious and offered a variety of foods. If you're ever looking for a place to stay in Sorrento, Italy you definitely should stay here as you won't be disappointed.

This hotel is spotless. Every square inch is freshly painted, polished or scrubbed. Our check in…read morewas super easy and the front desk people were friendly and helpful. Our loads of luggage got to our room and they parked our car in their secure lot. Breakfast was glorious and the pastries are to die for. We're steps from the main square and about 500 meters from the beach. NOTE! Call the hotel direct to make your reservations. The price was over 30% less than booking.com.