Miramare in Positano

From the moment you step onto your private terrace at the Hotel Miramare, you understand. This is it. This is the view you’ve seen in postcards and dreamed about. The entire, breathtaking cascade of pastel-colored houses tumbling down the cliffside to the sparkling Mediterranean and the iconic Spiaggia Grande is laid out before you. It’s a view that is simply priceless.
Our stay at the Miramare wasn't just a hotel stay; it was the core of our Positano experience. Here’s why it was so magical:
The Perfect "Sweet Spot" Location:
In a vertical town like Positano, location is everything. You can be too high (a brutal, leg-burning walk) or too low (no view). The Miramare is perched in the absolute "sweet spot." It's high enough for the jaw-dropping, panoramic view everyone comes here for, but not so high that you dread the walk. It was a comfortable (and beautiful) stroll down to the beach, the main restaurants, and the ferry port. This strategic location cannot be overstated—it's the perfect balance of view and convenience.
Timeless Italian Elegance:
The hotel itself is pure, old-world Italian charm. This isn't a sterile, ultra-modern hotel; it has character and soul. The public spaces are filled with classic furniture, lush plants, and beautiful, hand-painted tiles. Our room was spacious, elegant, and spotlessly clean, with a stunning blue-tiled bathroom. But the star, of course, was the terrace. We spent every morning with our coffee and every evening with a glass of wine out there, just watching the town light up. It felt completely private and impossibly romantic.
Service and Atmosphere:
The service was warm, professional, and exactly what you would expect from a high-end Italian hotel. The staff at the front desk were wonderful, securing us dinner reservations and offering great advice.
The breakfast, served every morning on a beautiful terrace dripping with bougainvillea and overlooking the sea, was a daily highlight. A wonderful spread of fresh fruits, pastries, cheeses, and Italian coffee—it's the only way to start a day on the Amalfi Coast. The hotel also has its own beach club access, which makes getting a prime sun lounger on the busy main beach effortless.
Final Verdict:
Positano is an expensive destination, and while the Miramare is a splurge, it delivers value on every front. You're not just paying for a room; you're paying for the quintessential, heart-stopping Positano experience. It’s the place you see in your dreams. We would not hesitate to return and cannot recommend it highly enough. An absolute 10/10.

The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Food was amazing. The room was absolutely beautiful with a stunning balcony and view of the ocean and Positano.

The views are Wow!!
The views are incredible; however, the stairs are by the hundreds and you better be in great physical condition to make the trip by the stairs . . . which is the only detraction. The room and view are “bellisima” !!!

The view. The view. The view. Located near great restaurants and good shopping. Far enough away from busiest areas to be quiet, but close enough to the beach and best top areas to be convenient. The staff is very lovely. The porters are stronger than any giant. I would stay here again, for sure.

Lovely stay …a picture perfect sea front water view; fabulous breakfast with eggs, bacon/sausage, pastries, salad, cheeses, fruit, fresh bread, hard boiled eggs, salmon, etc. all on their sea front restaurant; the staff is simply amazing; area is fabulous - like a postcard but it is Positano so bring comfy shoes and good lungs for all the steps. There Is no lift so pack light but there is a sweet porter that will carry luggage to/from room. Good WiFi; near oodles of restaurants- steps required :) housecleaning every day.

Amazing location and large balcony with a beautiful view of to sea, beach and Positano hills

Hotel Miramare was so beautiful my wife had tears. The food was great for breakfast and dinner. The hotel has a beautiful pool as well that was great when the town flooded with people and the temps got high. It was, as all places in Positano, required to walk steps to get to and from town and events. The history of the hotel was really interesting and it was apparent in the designs and decor. All of this said, the best part of Miramare was the people. At meals, asking for help with direction or plans, getting luggage to / from hotel and at every meal their smiles were the only thing better than the view from our balcony.

Not to far from restaurants, shopping, and the port. We had a wonderful time. Staff were very nice and helped arrange reservations prior to arrival. The view was fantastic and the rooms had an Italian charm. We brought our 2 kids without a problem. We would stay again.

The room was adequate. Bed and pillows aren’t that comfortable, bathroom is fine. The balcony is the best, breath taking sea view. You r literally overlooking the port, beach, mountain and the city.