Poseidon has held the top spot in Positano since 1950, with an infinity pool suspended over the Mediterranean and service that has never bowed to fashion.
Hotel Poseidon
From
1,751.68 €
“Infinity pool facing the sea, open April to October, with teak sun loungers and cocktail service until 8pm.”
L'Hotel Poseidon sits on a promontory on the Via Pasitea, halfway up the cliff, and the view takes in the entire bay as far as Capri. We slept in a room with private terrace, Vietri majolica tiling, white wrought-iron king bed, Carrara marble bathroom. The infinity pool is the real draw: heated water, spaced sun loungers, volcanic stone bar. The spa offers massages and treatments based on coast lemons, sea-view cabins. The restaurant serves honest Campanian cooking, grilled catch of the day, fresh pasta, wine list focused on Irpinia and Cilento. From 1 752 € a night, that's the Positano high-season price, but Poseidon justifies it with consistency and location. We recommend for a minimum three-night stay, time to enjoy the pool and head down to the beach via the private stairs ✨
Who is it for?
Who we recommend it to
We recommend Poseidon to fortysomething couples and older seeking Positano without the influencer circus, and happy to pay for the view and calm. It's an address for late honeymoons, wedding anniversaries, romantic retreats with terrace dinners and pool days. Families accepted, but the hotel remains calibrated for adults: no kids' club, no animation, just discreet service and the Mediterranean.
The building
Architecture and interiors
Poseidon is a 1950s building, expanded in the 1980s, with typical coast architecture: whitewashed facade, barrel vaults, tiered terraces. Classic Mediterranean interiors: majolica tiling, wrought iron, painted wood, linen fabrics. Rooms measure between 28 and 45 m², all with private terrace or balcony. Progressive bathroom renovations since 2019, white marble and Grohe fittings.
At the table
Restaurants, bar, service
The main restaurant serves buffet breakfast (7am-11am) and à la carte dinner (7.30pm-10.30pm), with panoramic terrace on three levels. Classic Campanian cooking: spaghetti alle vongole, scialatielli ai frutti di mare, house limoncello. Chef Antonio Russo works with Positano fishermen and Tramonti producers. Pool bar open April to October, signature cocktails with limoncello and prosecco. Room service available 24/7, reduced menu after 11pm.
Highlights
- Heated infinity pool with panoramic views over the bay and Capri
- Direct access to Spiaggia Grande via private stairs (180 steps)
- Spa with sea-view cabins, Amalfi Coast citrus treatments
- Restaurant with terrace, Campanian cooking, Positano market fish
- Private shuttle to Amalfi and Ravello on request, parking included
Location & access
Where the hotel sits in Positano
Poseidon stands on Via Pasitea, Positano's main artery, 300 metres above Spiaggia Grande. Tricky on-foot access from the port (steep stairs), private shuttle recommended. Sorrento 18 km (30 minutes by car), Amalfi 16 km, Naples Capodichino 65 km (1h15 via A3). The neighbourhood is residential and hotel-lined, quiet after 10pm, with clear sea views. Restaurants and shops clustered below, towards the beach and Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta.
Good to know
Before you book
- Pets
- Accepted on request, 30 € / night, basket and bowls provided.
- Parking
- Private parking included, limited spaces, advance reservation required.
- Pool
- Open April-October, 8am-8pm, heated, sun loungers and parasols included.
- Spa
- Open 10am-7pm, massages by reservation, treatments 60-90 minutes.
- Shuttle
- Naples airport shuttle on request, 150 € one way, book 48 hours ahead.
- Beach access
- Private stairs to Spiaggia Grande, 180 steps, 5 minutes downhill.
Facilities
1 pool
Non-smoking rooms
Airport shuttle
Room service
Restaurant
Wi-Fi available everywhere
Private parking
Spa and wellness centre
On-site parking
Free Wi-Fi
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Location
Where Hotel Poseidon is located
Exact address
Hotel Poseidon
Address
Via Pasitea, 148
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