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 November
Estimated hotel price
$1021
1 night at 3-star hotel
Positano in November
Estimated hotel price
$1021
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 33 km from Positano. The shortest flight to Positano from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Positano is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 219 km from Positano. You’ll find branches of Target Italy and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Rome.

Plane

Although Positano doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Naples Airport (NAP), which is located 33 km from Positano. The shortest flight to Positano from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Positano is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 219 km from Positano. You’ll find branches of Target Italy and Rent Smart 24, among others, in Rome.

Airports near Positano

QSRSalerno Costa d'Amalfi
NAPNaples
FOGFoggia Gino Lisa

Airlines serving Positano

Lufthansa
Good (8,086 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,064 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,421 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,407 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,613 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,874 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (938 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,593 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,846 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,241 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,457 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (413 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,293 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,996 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 $791 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $1,804 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Villa Nettuno and Pensione Maria Luisa. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Positano, with prices from $99 to $5,546 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Positano are about 1% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Positano

Most booked hotels in Positano

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Le Sirenuse
5 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
$3,820+
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Hotel Buca Di Bacco
4 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
$885+
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Hotel Marincanto
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$1,317+
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Hotel Savoia
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$847+
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Hotel Conca d'Oro
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$989+
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Hotel Royal Positano
4 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$489+
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Hiring a car in Positano

Expect to pay $3.88 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 $46.54 and $62.05. The most frequently booked car type in Positano is Compact (Fiat 500X or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.88 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 $46.54 and $62.05. The most frequently booked car type in Positano is Compact (Fiat 500X or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.