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Il San Pietro di PositanovsHotel Rufolo
Both properties are praised by experts. On balance, Il San Pietro di Positano is preferred by most reviewers compared to Hotel Rufolo. Il San Pietro di Positano ranks #1 in Amalfi Coast with positive reviews from 10 publications like Star Service, Oyster and Michelin Guide.
Il San Pietro di Positano
Star Service
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
Michelin Guide
Oyster
The Telegraph
Hideaway Report
Afar Magazine
Lonely Planet Show All Reviews
via Laurito, 2, 84017 Positano
From $540/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Star Service "About a third of the rooms are deemed specials (studios and suites), which feature impressive terraces or baths with floor-to-ceiling glass walls." Full review
Concierge "The most striking thing about the San Pietro is its invisibility. No magic rings here: It's just that the hotel seems to merge with the vertiginous cliffs to which it clings."
Travel + Leisure World's Best Hotels
"One mile outside town seems to be just far enough from Positano’s crowds to attract a constellation of stars... to the coast’s most famous cliff-top hideaway." Full review
Frommer's "Offering luxurious accommodations and exceptionally professional service in a wonderful location just outside Positano near Laurito Beach... the place to stay on the Amalfi Coast." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"The cuisine of Campania, one of the most appealing Italian cuisines, is served at this restaurant." Full review
OysterLuxury
"Enormous rooms with spacious terraces overlooking the sea, an elevator with access to a private cove beach, an on-site luxury spa, and a Michelin-starred restaurant." Full review
The Telegraph10.0
"Often included in ‘World’s Best’ lists and frequented by such stars as George Clooney and Julia Roberts, the legendary and oh-so-glam San Pietro lives up to its reputation." Full review
Hideaway Report95.0
"Dramatic resort hotel carved into a cliffside on the outskirts of Positano." Full review
Afar Magazine "It’s the epitome of Italian seaside glamour, yet with the charm that comes from being a family-run property. Food is a highlight here." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"You probably won’t want to leave. All of the individually decorated rooms have spectacular sea views, a private terrace and Jacuzzi... There’s a 24-hour complimentary shuttle service to Positano." Full review
Hotel Rufolo Frommer's Oyster Star Service The Telegraph Lonely Planet
Via S. Francesco, 1, 84010 Ravello
From $186/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's "In the heart of town overlooking the gardens of Villa Rufolo. Housed in a modern building decorated in a traditional style, it offers comfortable accommodations and friendly service." Full review
OysterUpscale
"The upscale Hotel Rufolo is a historic hillside property exceptionally located in central Ravello, within easy walking distance to restaurants, shops, and sights." Full review
Star Service "Adjacent to its namesake (Villa Rufolo, an unbelievably lovely 13th century villa and intimate botanical garden (US$7 entrance fee)), this hotel may be a five-minute trek from Belmond..." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"The family-run Rufolo is a haven of calm and straightforward comfort, centrally placed for all the sights and shopping, yet with glorious views and a welcome swimming pool." Full review
Lonely Planet "Ravello’s reputation for inspiring passion gained infamy in Hotel Rufolo where DH Lawrence is said to have written early drafts of his controversial novel Lady Chatterley’s Lover in the 1920s." Full review
