This Relais & Chateaux property was originally opened in 1970 by the charismatic owner, Carlino, and is now a landmark hotel on the Amalfi Coast. With views of Praiano to the left and Positano to the right, Il San Pietro sits in an enviable position, wrapped around a cliff with its own grotto and private beach.
All the rooms have private terraces looking directly out onto the sea, each with its own distinct theme. It boasts the largest terrace in the area as well as a spa, gym, heated swimming pool, and open kitchen in the Michelin starred restaurant.
OUR OPINION:
A real name on the Amalfi Coast, Il San Pietro is grand and sophisticated without being stuffy. It is outside of Positano but completely self-contained, giving you the option of exploring or staying put.
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Rooms
Rooms are large with traditional Vietri tiles on the floor and local paintings and mosaics on the walls. All the rooms have private terraces and direct views of the sea. Traditional yet vibrant, the theme is in keeping with the shades of the landscape, furnished with all the luxuries you would expect from a five-star property. Each room has its own quirk that brings it to life, from the blue and white ceramic pots, the warm glow from the chandeliers or the geometric patterns on the tiled floors.
Location
Il San Pietro is secluded and peaceful while being a mere five minutes’ drive from Positano along the Amalfi Coast. The private beach is 540 steps down the cliff, through the terraced vegetable gardens, or just 45 seconds in the hidden elevator that has been drilled into the rock.
Food and drink
There are two excellent restaurants to choose from at the Il San Pietro. The first is Zass, the Michelin starred restaurant that overlooks the Praiano coast and offers high quality dishes with home-grown seasonal vegetables. The second is Carlino, built into the grotto on the water鈥檚 edge. This is a special choice, great for either a gourmet or simple lunch.
Facilities and activities
There鈥檚 plenty to keep you busy here, from the tennis courts to the small swimming pool with underwater music, through to the private beach or spa. Enjoy some yoga or Pilates in the open or exercise in the gym under the lemon groves. There is also a 24-hour free shuttle to Positano and back.
Tour ideas in The Amalfi Coast
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at Il San Pietro Positano as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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![Belmond Hotel Caruso, Ravello]()
Belmond Hotel Caruso
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![Buca di Bacco, Positano]()
Buca di Bacco
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![Casa Angelina, Praiano]()
Casa Angelina
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![Covo dei Saraceni, Positano]()
Covo dei Saraceni
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Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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A private guided tour of Pompeii ![Pompeii street]()
A private guided tour of Pompeii
A private guided tour of Pompeii
Enjoy a guided tour of the ancient Roman town of Pompeii, preserved by six meters of volcanic ash after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius back in 79 AD.
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Experience a cooking class with a local family ![Filleting fish at Casa Laura's cooking class]()
Experience a cooking class with a local family
Experience a cooking class with a local family
Experience a half day cooking class at a local family home. You will learn the secret recipes of the D鈥橝ntonio family, from making homemade pasta to filleting the catch of the day.
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When life gives you lemons tour ![Lemon grove, Amalfi Coast]()
When life gives you lemons tour
When life gives you lemons tour
Discover the role that lemons play in traditional life on the Amalfi Coast with this half-day tour. You鈥檒l take a guided walk through the lemon groves and tour a local limoncello distillery, as well as sitting down to a seaside lunch.
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The Amalfi Coast and nearby places
- Pompeii 14 kilometers away
- Sorrento 11 kilometers away
- Herculaneum 25 kilometers away
- Capri 25 kilometers away
- Naples 33 kilometers away
- Ischia 49 kilometers away
- Matera 177 kilometers away
- Puglia 220 kilometers away
- Alberobello 232 kilometers away
- Rome 221 kilometers away