We have created a list with the best castle hotels near Salerno, Italy. We have also included hotels in historic villas, french "relais" (mansions), historic properties, monasteries, country estates, resorts, wineries, hamlets and old "castello"-s. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Anna Pinto & Ted Valentin. Updated February 2024.
Unique. Comfortable beds. This majestic Norman castle is set on a hill overlooking the Volturno River and the town of Limatola, 1 km away. It offers a refined restaurant, and elegant rooms with air conditioning and antique furniture. Rooms at Castello di Limatola are named after aristocratic families. Traditional cuisine from Campania is served at the La Scuderia restaurant, set in the castle's converted stables. Each has an LCD TV and fully equipped private bathroom. Some rooms feature a balcony and frescoed ceilings. A classic Italian breakfast is available here each morning, with croissants, cakes and cappuccino coffee. Limatola Castle is 14 km from the Caserta Nord exit of the A1 motorway. Naples' Capodichino Airport is a 50-minute drive away.Show full description
Lovely property. Great location. Popular among couples. Set in a 16th-century villa and in the centre of Sorrento, Relais La Rupe offers elegant-style rooms with air conditioning. Guests can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool, free solarium and garden overlooking the Piazza Principale. The individually decorated rooms at La Rupe Relais feature a flat-screen TV, minibar and parquet floors. The private bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some have a garden view. The property is located a 5-minute walk from the Sorrento Train Station, where guests can catch trains to Naples. The Sorrento Harbour is 1.5 km away.Show full description
Relais La Rupe is a unique hotel in Sorrento. It is situated in a historic villa from the 16th century, perched on a cliff-top with stunning views. The hotel boasts a lovely garden with a pool and terrace, ideal for relaxation.
Luxurious. Great location. Popular among couples. Palazzo Confalone overlooks Ravello and enjoys views of the Amalfi Coast. Rooms are unique and some offer panoramic views. Palazzo Confalone consists of a historic building, Palazzo Confalone, and a design annex, Villa Confalone. Popular points of interest near Palazzo Confalone include Atrani Beach, Maiori Beach and Villa Rufolo. Free Wi-fi is available in public areas. The 2 buildings are 20 metres apart. The hotel features a cool, relaxing garden. Rooms are found in both buildings and feature either modern design or some antiques from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. The nearest airport is Naples International, 58 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Palazzo Confalone is a luxurious and historic hotel located in Ravello. It is a 13th-century palace with stunning views of the Amalfi Coast. The rooms are beautifully decorated and some offer breathtaking views.
Set in the hills just 6 km from the Amalfi coast lies Hotel Scapolatiello, a relaxing, peaceful hotel offering beautiful views and great wellness facilities. This hotel is 3 km from the village of Cava de' Tirreni. The perfect place to cool off in the hot Italian summer, the hilltop Scapolatiello Hotel is surrounded by woods and valleys, in a medieval hamlet. Elegant dishes are made using ingredients from the hotel’s own estate. There is an outdoor pool with panoramic views and a wellness centre with sauna, and Turkish baths. Salerno and Vietri sul Mare are both less than 20 minutes’ drive from the hotel and buses leave from nearby, taking you to the train station and elsewhere. On request, the hotel can also arrange a shuttle service and excursions to the countryside. The Scapolatiello’s restaurant has lovely terraces overlooking the valley and offers open air buffets and BBQs.Show full description
Unique. This cliff-top hotel in Amalfi is a converted 13th-century monastery. It offers free WiFi, ultra-modern rooms and an infinity pool overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. All rooms have sea views, terracotta floors and marble bathrooms. A flat-screen TV, minibar and pillow menu come as standard. Each private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and toiletries. Breakfast is buffet style at Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel. The property boasts 2 restaurant. The main one, La Locanda, offers a gourmet menu and Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. During summer guests can enjoy meals on the panoramic terrace. An infinity pool, a gym and a wellness centre are available at the Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel. Amalfi centre is a 5-minute walk away downhill. The picturesque town of Positano is 40 minutes' drive away.Show full description
Luxurious. Great value. This elegant 5-star hotel is located at the foot of the green Lattari Mountains in the Pompeian Plain, close to the town of Sant'Antonio Abate. Rooms come in a typical Venetian style, and offer free Wi-Fi. A villa dating back to the 18th century, Grand Hotel La Sonrisa is set in wonderful gardens and a park of 50000 m². The hotel is ideally located to visit Castellammare di Stabia, the Amalfi Coast, and the archaeological remains of Pompeii. The property includes a large swimming pool with hydromassage and a waterfall, lined with statues. The restaurant serves classic Italian cuisine and specialities of the Campania region. Breakfast is continental style. The free parking is suitable for cars and buses. A heliport is also available.Show full description
Grand Hotel La Sonrisa is a luxurious 5-star hotel located in Agerola, near Sant'Antonio Abate. It is housed in a magnificent castle and offers ornate rooms and suites that exude grandeur and elegance.
Beach front location. Great location. Popular among couples. Hotel Palazzo Murat is in Positano’s centre, 250 metres from the beach. Set in an elegant 18th-century building, it is surrounded by landscaped gardens and enjoys panoramic views of the village. Al Palazzo restaurant offers local specialities on a veranda surrounded by centuries-old citrus trees. During the summer, Palazzo Murat provides a boat for tours along the Amalfi Coast. Most of the spacious rooms overlook the sea, the garden, or the perched town. All air conditioned and non-smoking, they offer flat-screen satellite TV and a balcony. Wi-Fi is free in public areas. A breakfast buffet is served every morning in the garden-view courtyard, and includes homemade pastries. Friendly staff at the 24-hour reception can also offer free beach towels.Show full description
Palazzo Murat is a historic and luxurious hotel in the heart of Positano. Housed in an elegant 18th-century building, it has charming rooms filled with antiques. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, the hotel has an outdoor pool and a garden restaurant.
Highly elegant. Great restaurant. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Tenuta Duca Marigliano Boutique Hotel offers accommodation 5 minutes' walk form Pastum's archaeological area, a UNESCO Site. Free private parking is available at the property. Set on a restored 19th-century estate, rooms at the Marigliano Boutique Hotel come with a flat-screen TV. Certain units feature a seating area for your convenience. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a bath or shower and bidet, with free toiletries provided. You will find a business centre at the property. The area is popular for cycling and hiking. The hotel also offers bike hire upon availability and with a supplement. The nearest beach is a 20-minute walk away, while Salerno is 40 km from the property.Show full description
The Boutique Hotel stands out for its beachfront location, elegant ambiance, and lovely property. It offers a romantic atmosphere with a beautiful garden and various seating areas. The hotel is conveniently located near the Paestum temples and archaeological site, making it an excellent accommodation option.
Relaxing atmosphere. Great views. Popular among couples. Surrounded by olive and citrus groves and located a 25-minute walk from Sorrento centre, Relais Palazzo del Barone features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a bar. The property is around 1.5 km from Corso Italia and around 1.6 km from Museo Correale. Some rooms at Palazzo del Barone also feature a sea view. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at Relais Palazzo del Barone. Marina Grande is a 10-minute walk from the guest house and Il Vallone dei Mulini is 900 metres away. At the guest house, the rooms have a safe and an electric kettle with complimentary herbal teas. At the accommodation each room comes with a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV with Sky channels. Free toiletries are provided. The property offers a free shuttle service from the property to the center of Sorrento. Viale degli Aranci is 1.1 km from the guest house, while Piazza Sant'Antonino is 1.1 km from the property. Naples International Airport is 57 km from Palazzo del Barone.Show full description
This luxurious boutique hotel in Massa Lubrense, Italy, provides beautiful rooms and suites with stunning sea views. Surrounded by green hills, citrus groves, and olive trees, the hotel creates a peaceful and picturesque atmosphere.
Very cosy. Friendly staff. Surrounded by vineyards just outside San Lazzaro, Agriturismo Mare e Monti offers a quiet location and a traditional restaurant. It is located at an altitude of 600 metres, and all rooms include an LCD TV. Mozzarella cheese, cured meats and Piedirosso red wine are all produced on this family-run estate. The restaurant serves local specialities prepared from the freshest seasonal ingredients. All air conditioned, rooms at Mare e Monti have simple, rustic-style furnishings and tiled floors. Each includes a private bathroom. Some rooms feature a balcony or garden views. Well placed for exploring the Amalfi Coast, the property is 20 km from Praiano and 3 km from the picturesque Sentiero degli Dei coastal paths. Amalfi itself is a 25-minute drive away.Show full description
This charming farmhouse stands out for its beautiful location between the mountains and the Amalfi Coast. The rooms are cozy and the restaurant serves delicious local cuisine with stunning sea views.
Charming. Superb breakfast. Borgo dei Saraceni - Domus Indomita is set in the historic centre of Agropoli, 2 km from Lungo Mare San Marco. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property. There is a private bathroom with bidet in all units, along with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Continental and buffet breakfast options are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. Borgo dei Saraceni - Domus Indomita offers a terrace and a garden. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation, while snorkelling and cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Trentova Beach is 3 km from Borgo dei Saraceni - Domus Indomita. The nearest airport is Naples International, 120 km from the bed and breakfast, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Borgo dei Saraceni is a charming hotel in the heart of Agropoli's old town. It is set in a beautifully restored historic building with stunning sea views. The hotel has a romantic and cozy ambiance, with a rooftop terrace that provides breathtaking bay views and sunsets.
Beach front location. Stunning pool facilities. Offering a terrace, a winery restaurant, and a swimming pool with panoramic views of Mount Vesuvius, Resort & Winery Bosco De Medici is located in Pompei, 700 metres from the Pompei Ruins. The property features an on-site bar, horse riding stables, a petting zoo and an organic garden. Free WiFi is available throughout. Each with a furnished patio, rooms here are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. A terrace is featured in certain rooms. Rooms come with a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The suites include a spa bath with chromotherapy options. A kettle and a selection of teas are available on request. A You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property and free on site parking. Wine tasting tours can be arranged at the property, which has its own vineyard. All the room are renovated in 2023. The nearest airport is Naples International Airport, 22 km from the property.Show full description
Historic property. Cosy rooms. Offering a sun terrace Palazzo Gargano offers rooms and apartments in a historical building with stone vaulted ceilings, all in Prignano Cilento. Agropoli is 8 km from property, while Paestum is 20 km away. The nearest airport is Naples International Airport, 90 km from Palazzo Gargano. Accommodation comes with a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and modern-style furnishings. Apartments come with a kitchenette. Vietri is 48 km from the property.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most WELL DESIGNED guest houses in Salerno. It also has very cosy rooms.
Close to beach front. Charming. Gorgeous surroundings. Grand Hotel Cocumella, set atop a cliff with stunning views of the bay and Mount Vesuvius, is a superior hotel featuring luxury, tradition and splendid amenities including its own sailboat. Sorrento centre is 1 km away. The hotel is housed in a historic 17th century villa once occupied by a Jesuit monastery, and still has its own charming chapel. Grand Hotel Cocumella enjoys the tranquility of a quiet, privileged area. It is surrounded by pleasant gardens, orchards and orange trees. A favourite choice of travellers for centuries, the hotel maintains guest books signed by greats such as Goethe, Andersen and Freud. Lunches by the swimming pool, day cruises, sunbathing on the seaside solarium, gourmet dinners – many are the options for relaxing in style at Grand Hotel Cocumella. The hotel features 3 restaurants: Agrumeto, a delicious summer restaurant with outdoor service, La Scintilla, serving fine Mediterranean cuisine in a refined atmosphere, and COKU, offering Japanese specialities. Guests can reserve day trips, excursions, and special events on the property's sailing boat.Show full description
The Grand Hotel Cocumella is a charming and historic accommodation in Sant'Agnello. It is housed in a 17th-century building and offers breathtaking views of the bay and Mount Vesuvius.
Good breakfast. The Secret Garden Relais is housed on the 2nd floor of a magnificent 18th-century building. It is surrounded by citrus groves and ancient magnolia trees. The pastel colours and elegant furniture make the Secret Garden Relais a cosy and welcoming property with bright and spacious guest rooms featuring bathrooms with antique ceramics. Wi-Fi is free. Breakfast is available daily at the property. The property is located at a short distance from the centre of Sorrento, and just 100 metres from the local train station, linking to the nearby towns.Show full description
The Secret Garden Relais is a charming bed and breakfast located. It is housed in an 18th-century building surrounded by citrus groves and ancient magnolia trees. The rooms are beautifully decorated, and the B&B has a landscaped garden with citrus trees.
Historic. Great views. Offering panoramic views across the Gulf of Naples, the San Francesco al Monte is a restored 16th-century monastery. It features a seasonal panoramic garden with pool (available for an additional fee). The San Francesco is located at the foot of the hill leading to Sant'Elmo Castle and the Certosa di San Martino Museum. The hotel is a 2-minute walk from the Corso Vittorio Emanuele Funicular Railway stop. Rooms here all have views over the bay, with Mount Vesuvius in the background. They are all air conditioned and come with satellite TV, a minibar and a private bathroom with shower or bath. Breakfast is buffet style and is served in La Terrazza dei Barbanti restaurant on the 4th floor. You can also make use of Mediterranean cuisine at lunch and dinner.Show full description
Great SPA. Set in the countryside 2 km from Dugenta, this 19th-century farmhouse offers an outdoor pool and a traditional restaurant. All rustic-style rooms with an LCD TV and air conditioning. Home to cows, pigs and rabbits, Tenute del Gheppio produces olive oil, wine and cured meats. You can try local specialities at the restaurant. Rooms at Tenute del Gheppio have terracotta floors and a private bathroom with hairdryer. Some rooms boast a balcony. An Italian-style breakfast is served daily. The property is 10 km from Sant'Agata Dei Goti, voted one of Italy's most beautiful towns. Caserta and the A1 Motorway are a 30-minute drive away.Show full description
Delightful property. Outstanding SPA facilities. Offering views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius from its panoramic terraces and pool, La Medusa is an elegant 18th-century building surrounded by oranges groves and lush gardens. Wi-Fi is free here. The hotel offers a free transfer service to the centre of Castellammare di Stabia. Grand Hotel La Medusa is renowned for its luxurious interiors, top-class facilities, and impeccable service. Start your day with an extensive buffet breakfast complete with Italian pastries. You can enjoy a variety of hot and cold snacks from the bar throughout the day. Choose from a delicious mix of regional and international dishes at the panoramic restaurant, which overlooks the garden. It is also 5 km from Pompei and a 20-minute drive from Sorrento.Show full description
I rate this as the most BEAUTIFUL hotel in Salerno. It also has A GREAT SPA.
Great breakfast. Set opposite the Aragonese Castle, Villa Lieta is in Ischia Town. It offers free lobby Wi-Fi, a sea-view breakfast terrace and rooms with a satellite LCD TV. Some feature views of the castle and the Bay of Naples. Rooms at the Lieta Villa are air conditioned and come with a private bathroom with soft bathrobes and slippers. A continental breakfast is provided daily. The area has many restaurants serving local cuisine and Neapolitan thick-crust pizza. Cartaromana beach is 300 metres from the property. Ischia Port is 2 km away.Show full description
Beach front location. Luxurious. Friendly staff. The Villa Le Zagare Relais & SPA is certainly grand with its colonial façade and charming gardens. Set between Naples and Sorrento, it has a relaxed and elegant atmosphere. Most of the comfortable guest rooms feature either a balcony or terrace with a view of the park or the Gulf of Naples. Located between the sea and the hills, Le Zagare is surrounded by beautiful plants and flowers and has its own swimming pool and a shared sun terrace. Its strategic location makes it easy for you to explore the surrounding area and visit the towns of Positano, Amalfi and Pompeii. Try some regional specialities including homemade pasta at the restaurant. The hotel also features a fully-equipped conference room for business meetings.Show full description
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