Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Positano travel guide

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You're Going to Love Positano

With a population of 2,334, Positano is a must-see destination in Campania, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Positano to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Positano

If you’re looking for affordable options, La Serra (Via Marconi n.127) and Remmese (Via G. Marconi) are great picks.

When to visit Positano

Positano in January
Estimated hotel price
$890
1 night at 3-star hotel
Positano in January
Estimated hotel price
$890
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Positano

Plane

Although Positano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Naples Airport (NAP), which is located 20 miles from Positano. The shortest flight to Positano from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 59h 30m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Positano, followed by Train.

Car

Another option to get to Positano is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 136 miles from Positano. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Record Go, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Positano, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Bus. From Rome, the bus ride to Positano takes 140 miles and will cost you around $26. From Florence, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 385 miles.

Plane

Although Positano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Naples Airport (NAP), which is located 20 miles from Positano. The shortest flight to Positano from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 59h 30m.

Train

Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Positano, followed by Train.

Car

Another option to get to Positano is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 136 miles from Positano. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Record Go, among others, in Rome.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Positano, including FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and Bus. From Rome, the bus ride to Positano takes 140 miles and will cost you around $26. From Florence, the ticket costs about $32 for a journey of 385 miles.

Airports near Positano

QSRSalerno Costa d'Amalfi
NAPNaples
FOGFoggia Gino Lisa

Airlines serving Positano

Lufthansa
Good (7,946 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,508 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,910 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,325 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,450 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,926 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,195 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,579 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (906 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,643 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,759 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,961 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,220 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,953 reviews)
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Where to stay in Positano

From 5-star hotels such as the Le Sirenuse to great affordable options like the La Rosa Dei venti, Positano offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $539 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $980 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Villa Nettuno and Villa Palumbo. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Positano, with prices from $97 to $2,041 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Positano are about 25% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Positano

Most booked hotels in Positano

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Hotel Buca Di Bacco
4 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
$892+
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Albergo Miramare Positano
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$742+
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Hotel Savoia
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$633+
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Covo Dei Saraceni
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$954+
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Hotel Royal Positano
4 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$345+
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Hiring a car in Positano

Expect to pay $3.58 per litre in Positano (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $42.88 and $57.17. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Positano, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.58 per litre in Positano (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $42.88 and $57.17. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Positano, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.