![Borgo Santandrea](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/b4/5a/b45ac925de21a4ca378588cb242a13d1/600x422.jpg)
The Amalfi Coast, just below Naples, is a spectacular series of vertiginous limestone cliffs plunging straight into the sea. Rocky headlands are interspersed with tiny coves and curved beaches, the latter a mix of sand and pebble. Some of the beaches can be quite small or hard to reach and can become very crowded in the height of the summer. Indeed, quite often you have to pay to use them. Some hotels have their own private beach or boats to take you to less-crowded coves. All of these are good reasons for knowing which are the best beach hotels on the Amalfi Coast, before you book!
Maiori has the largest stretch of sandy beach along this coast, which makes it a good choice for families, as is nearby Minori. Positano has two attractive beaches: Spiaggia Grande, immediately below the village, and the larger Spiaggia del Fornillo, a five-minute walk around the headland to the west of the town. Praiano, to the east of Positano, is likely to be less crowded if you don’t mind a pebbly beach or swimming off rocks. However, if you venture a little further east towards Amalfi, you’ll find some proper sandy beaches. Amalfi, with its bustling seafront, also has a decent beach and there's a quieter one in nearby Atrani.
Our pick of the best beach hotels on the Amalfi Coast don't all necessarily boast their own private stretch of beach, but they do offer easy or direct access to the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean on this stunning stretch of coastline.
Hotels with a Private Beach
![Hotel Santa Caterina](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/83/d4/83d408cfff6730a8aa2763f3374acfb1/600x422.jpg)
- Set just outside Amalfi, Hotel Santa Caterina, a grand, 19th-century villa, is a luxurious hideaway, with a private beach, lush gardens and a gourmet restaurant. Rooms are boldly styled, mixing the cool contemporary with antiques, ceramic-tiled floors and rich drapes.
- For old-style, grand luxury and faultless service, you can’t go wrong with Il San Pietro di Positano which appears to cling to the cliffs across the bay from Positano town. Not only does it have all the luxurious accoutrements of spa, private yacht, tennis courts, gourmet restaurant, infinity pool and private terraces but there's also a lift down to its private beach.
- Borgo Santandrea is situated in a spectacular spot just outside the old fishing village of Conca dei Marini. In addition to all the luxuries that come as standard in such a five star property, there's also a private beach equipped with sunbeds, towels and watersports, accessed via a lift from the hotel.
- Grand Hotel Tritone in Praiano, where every room comes with a sea view, can also boast its own little slice of coast. As well as plenty of loungers for lazy days, there's a restaurant and beach bar, plus you can hire a boat for forays further afield.
For a design Hotel
![Casa Angelina](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/a3/95/a395b503631ad3fa79030b8797524c3e/600x422.jpg)
- Casa Angelina is a stunning design hotel set on the cliffs, with far reaching views to Capri and Positano. It's a five star property, so as you'd expect the service is impeccable, food superb and interiors simply beautiful with whitewashed walls and plenty of funky artwork. And one of the best bits? A VIP section of La Gavitella Beach Club reserved purely for hotel guests. Seriously cool.
For an intimate hideaway
![Casa Privata](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/bf/b4/bfb48f0638dcb58b260d843a5268bf61/600x422.jpg)
- Casa Privata is a beautiful little hideaway with just seven rooms, located in Praiano. As well as being surrounded by lovely gardens and terraces, there's the added bonus of the private seafront (accessed from the garden) where several platforms offer sun loungers with parasols, plus ladders into the sea. Book the whole place for a family or group holiday to remember.
- TreVille in Positano may be a larger property, but because the suites are spread throughout villas and the main house, the feel is more intimate. Add to that the adult-only policy, gorgeous opulent interiors, leafy gardens and private beach, and you'll feel as if it's your own private luxury home.
Easy access to a beach
![Hotel Botanico San Lazzaro](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/43/83/4383a6dbe1d6bd297cda6159c6980df5/600x422.jpg)
- Set in the cliffs above Maiori, and a stroll to the coast’s biggest beach, Hotel Botanico San Lazzaro enjoys dreamy views, especially from its dining terrace. Rooms combine tradition with hand-painted furniture, tiled floors and silk fabrics. Terraced gardens are heady with lemons and orchids, plus there’s a pool.
- Close to the Lion steps, which lead straight down to Positano’s Spiaggia Grande, Villa La Tartana is a handsome townhouse with 12 rooms prettily decorated in cool blues and whites with Vietri floor tiles and painted bedheads. Breakfast on your private balcony, or the main terrace and find plenty of supper choices stepping distance away.
- Two other Positano hotels, only minutes away from the beach, are the 18th-century Palazzo Murat with its elegantly furnished rooms, bougainvillea-draped terraces and sleek infinity pool;
- and Villa Rosa with its charmingly traditional rooms, vast terraces and pretty floral theme.
For Great Value
![The Belvedere](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/5f/de/5fded65f99ffd89f05e1a16744b7bef1/600x422.jpg)
- The Belvedere may look dull from its roadside location but, once inside, you step into a different world. With peerless views over the Amalfi coast, steps leading to a private beach, bedrooms of old-fashioned Italian charm and a dining terrace made for lingering, it’s the perfect spot for a quiet seaside holiday. Family-owned and with a pool, too.
- Hotel Villa San Michele is situated in a glorious waterfront location below the coastal road, just outside Amalfi. Here you can expect simple, comfortable accommodation. Many rooms boast gorgeous sea views and the best have a private balcony. Plus there's a restaurant with panoramic terrace for dinner with a view and even better, ladders with direct access to the water and a private bathing platform! The rates are very reasonable for the area.
For a restaurant with rooms
![La Conca del Sogno](https://www.thehotelguru.com/_images/18/a4/18a4cc38682f6547005160c0243fb671/600x422.jpg)
- La Conca del Sogno is a wonderful hidden gem at the western end of the Amalfi Coast. It's an understated little place where it's really all about the fabulous seafood, but you'll find charming rooms too, done in typical Mediterranean style. Our only advice...book well in advance, this is a very popular spot for those in the know!
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