Campania is the sparkling region of jewel-like towns in the ‘bootlace’ part of Italy, spreading outwards from capital, Naples, and rolling over Pompeii and Mt.Vesuvius; over Ischia, with its spas and springs, and traditional Procida, and the other Flegrean Islands of the Bay of Naples, and across to glamorous Capri; and on through the much lauded charms of the Amalfi Coast, encompassing picturesque Positano, hilltop charmer Ravello, and Sorrento's beautiful beaches; then through mysterious Paestum, and peaceful Agropoli. And those are just some of the big names. With such a wealth of destinations comes a huge array of accommodation options. Our pick of the best places to stay in Campania ranges from cute little B&Bs that are unbelievably good value, to all-singing-all-dancing luxury hotels that tick all the boxes for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Campania’s famed coastline, with its wonderfully inviting blue waters, is known the world over for its beauty. The mountainside towns sitting above the sea come in all shapes and sizes, and there are some particularly beautiful ones. Just back from the coastline is the Parco Nazionale del Cilento e Vallo di Diano, Italy's second largest national park, running all the way to the Apennines, and a natural wonder not many have heard of. Just outside Naples is the Lago d'Averno, and all around are ancient villages, mysterious ruins, and hilltop castles and fortresses. This whole region is rich with traditions, and the hills and mountains are marked out with the ancient trails used by Hannibal and his legions two thousand years ago.
Whether you've come to explore the lesser known interior or sample the deights of the region's coastline and islands, don't forget that it's incredibly busy here during the peak summer months. If you want to guarantee a room in one of the best places to stay in Campania you need to get organised and book well ahead.