Best Luxury Hotels in Campania

Arguably one of the most stylish hotels in the area, we love this boutique hotel for its refreshing, breezy feel, perfect for escaping that Italian heat. Located right above Sorrento’s original fishing port, hanging onto the cliffs, La Minervetta is owned (and designed) by architect Marco de Luca and has the perfect contemporary nautical look for your ideal summer, seaside retreat! Walls are painted white throughout, whilst hand-painted Vietri tiles and colourful, vibrant ceramics and textiles really make the rooms pop. Many of the rooms have huge picture windows offering unrivalled scenes of the Gulf of Naples whilst open-plan public spaces with comfy sofas offer plenty of opportunities to sit back and relax. This hotel truly feels like someone’s (very stylish) seaside home, with the added luxuries of a sun terrace, a bar, a pool and a small whirlpool tub.

Another iconic family-run hotel in picturesque Positano is Hotel Marincanto. Having supposedly inspired painters and been used as a movie set Hotel Marincanto has been open since 1967 and offers elegance, privacy and five-star service for guests year round. For those who visit to relax, the infinity pool which blends with the horizon, the exclusive private beach and the ocean-view fitness area will be ideal whilst the Terrazza Cele restaurant offers sophisticated local cuisine on an intimate terrace overlooking the sea. The hotel décor is predominantly cool, muted tones of white or cream, wooden floors, classic furniture, with splashes of colour thanks to vibrant textiles. The owners are hands on with service and the intimate size of the hotel (only 32 rooms) means you can always expect to be treated like a star (even if you aren’t one!). 

Arrive in Napoli by boat and this is the very first building you see. The noble establishment began welcoming guests at the very start of 1908, having been erected in a record time of ten months. Since then it’s attracted a bohemian and refined set, including many academics and artists. There are 100 bedrooms and 22 suites, decorated with plenty of classical local touches, such as Murano glass lamps, Carrara marbles, crystal chandeliers and silk textiles. The top-floor roof garden is home to Ristorante La Terrazza, plus there’s a cafe for snacks.

Hotel Le Agavi, Positano invites guests to unwind where the sky meets the sea, perched above the sparkling Mediterranean Sea along the iconic Amalfi Coast. This 5-star hotel offers stylish, contemporary rooms and suites with terraces to enjoy unrivalled vistas. La Serra gourmet restaurant serves indulgent Mediterranean cuisine and Remmese offers guests the opportunity to dine alfresco with an inviting, sea breeze at the beach club. Relaxation is taken seriously here, there is a heated, 70’s-inspired outdoor pool and access to Alma Spa & Beauty which offers a host of outdoor massage treatments, a sauna and a Turkish bath. The sheltered, outdoor gym at La Agavi overlooks the Gulf of Positano ensuring a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

Close to the Stock Exchange, Toledo Station and the port, the Grand Hotel Oriente offers classic Italian luxury. Its colour palette centres mostly around black and white, creating an airy feel, with pops of muted greys and greens here and there. Book a table in the second-floor restaurant; sit outside beside the glass balcony, or close to the windows to watch the cruise ships arrive and depart in the harbour. And attend a themed evening in the rouge-coloured rooftop Terrace Bar, with tunes around the grand piano and hanging egg chairs on the balcony.

Set amongst a shaded garden of citrus trees and Donna Carmela roses is Palazzo Murat, a tranquil oasis at the heart of the town. Legend has it that Joachim Murat, the King of Naples visited the palace when he came to Positano in 1808, loved the property, and spent the hottest summer months here with his lovers. And it’s no wonder – this hotel is beautifully romantic, despite being right at the centre of town. The public rooms have a certain grandeur about them with vaulted ceilings and are peppered with antiques and fine paintings. Whilst the décor is kept quite simple and fresh here, the details do the talking – expect opulent fabrics, four poster beds and tall French windows opening onto private balconies. Pass beneath the intricate wrought-iron gateway and find yourself in the romantic courtyard, covered in sweet smelling Bougainvillea. The hotel also boasts an incredible restaurant where tables sit under a leafy pergola and specialises in fresh seafood like lobster and turbot.  

Guests who choose to stay in one of the nineteen suites set in the large gardens of this luxurious hotel will be treated to plenty of privacy as well as the best that travel has to offer. Each suite is decorated in a unique style and comes complete with a stunning coastal view as well as a huge fireplace, a marble floor and magnificent frescoed ceiling. Lovers of fine dining will want to make sure that they sample a meal or two in the onsite restaurant where a Michelin star chef creates masterpieces in the kitchen, while the swimming pool is set in the large central courtyard and offers pure relaxation.

A shrine to Italian modernist icon Gio Ponti, the Parco dei Principi opened in 1962 and retains many of the hotel’s original features. It may be outside the centre of the town, but this allows for true peace and quiet alongside incredible views and space for some fabulous facilities. The hotel boasts a private beach accessed by a tunnel through the cliff rock, an amazing salt water pool, the Gio Ponti restaurant with floor the ceiling windows of the sparkling gulf, a three-hectare botanical (and very romantic) garden featuring many rare plants, plus a lounge bar and high spec gym. Like many properties in the area, the land on which the hotel sits has some cultural and historical importance too as it belonged to the King of Naples, Ferdinand IV of Bourbon, who acquired the land in the 18th century to build a stunning villa for his cousin. The current building designed by Gio Ponti is a stunning example of the architect’s modernist work, a structure rooted in the earth, inspired by the ancient villa and the Sorrento coast. Inside, this inspiration continues through a 1960s-aesthetic mixed with blue and white tones influenced by the local natural beauty. Some may find the extensive cubism and cool colour scheme too minimal, but we think it makes for a very tranquil atmosphere throughout.

Hotel Principe di Savoia Milan is included in the exceptional Dorchester Collection and is home to a modern oasis in the stylish city of Milan. This luxurious hotel offers a huge selection of lavish guestrooms and suites including the Signature suites collection in which the famed Presidential Suite can be found – complete with a private swimming pool it exudes pure opulence. Exquisite dining options can be savoured at the charming Acanto Restaurant and Il Salotto Lobby Lounge while the chic Principe Bar serves craft cocktails in a vibrant atmosphere. The hotel is home to Club 10 Fitness & Beauty Centre and boasts stunning city views from its outdoor terrace and swimming pool while offering a fully equipped gymnasium and blissful spa treatments. Principe di Savoia welcomes those wishing to host events in style – be it an unforgettable wedding or an intimate social gathering.

Located in Naples’s iconic city centre and historical centre the Renaissance Naples is the perfect place for guests on a romantic getaway or guests on business trips who want to relax in luxury. The hotel’s rooms and suites feature wood accents and luxurious king-size beds which make them extremely comfortable and welcoming. The hotel has its own fitness centre, hot tub, meeting space, laundry service and dry-cleaning service. The hotel has two restaurants; The Roof Garden Angio, which serves a diverse breakfast to guests whilst they gaze out over Naples, and the O’Break restaurant which serves a range of international and local dishes. The hotel is also home to the O’Koffi Bar which is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy a drink.

Situated on the edge of Almalfi, the Santa Caterina Hotel features charming terraces and gardens that lead the way down to the crystal clear waters of the ocean below. While the hotel boasts all of the create comforts and luxurious touches that guests would expect from an establishment of this calibre, there are also plenty of surprises in store. Riding down the cliff in the glass lift is a delight for the senses and serves as a unique introduction to the intense natural beauty that surrounds the hotel, while the pool bar and swimming pool are cut into the cliff face and are ideal places to unwind in style. People who enjoy messing about in the water can also enjoy a magical boat ride along the coast before returning to their hotel in time to enjoy a delicious dinner created from fresh local ingredients.