Hi
I am not too familiar with the Amalfi Coast. What area is the best to stay in? We are looking for views, beach, pool and a relaxing stay. (2 adults and 2 boys 10 and 12) we want to do day trip to Pompeii and to Capri.
I like Hotel Margherita but would like more suggestions. Thank you!
Posted by
Marin, CA
527 posts
I prefer Sorrento. Great ferry connections & easy for Pompeii. Fun town. We've stayed at Hotel Minerva (2004)& Settimo Cierlo (2008)(spelling- ck Rick's book- very affordable). Minerva's pool is better but other nice & easier to get a balcony. Both have amazing views. In Capri(2004) we used a local with a 18 foot boat to circle the island, visit smaller grottos and stop & swim- very great day. In Positano my husband got horribly bitten by a huge jellyfish plus the sea water is not that clean so I'd definitely want a pool.
Posted by
boulder, colorado
192 posts
Positano is more touristy and more expensive than Priano. Day trips to Pompeii and Capri would be much easier from Sorrento. However, if you want a relaxing stay at the beach with great views Positano is probably the place to stay. The beach is nice and reaxing - was not bitten by jellyfish there but was in the CT (Manarola) - no big deal, have been bitten before scuba diving off of Cozumel.
Posted by
Pacifica, CA, USA
8 posts
We just returned from an 18 day trip to Italy including 7 nights in Praiano. The Hotel Margherita was very close to the apartment we rented. I loved Praiano. Much quieter than Positano and local buses can take you anywhere. We also did a day trip to Pompeii (SITA bus & train) and boat to Capri. We rented the boat at the Marina Praia to Capri. Much easier than getting to Positano for the boat.
Posted by
OP
Boston
215 posts
Thank you for your replies.