Beautiful location. Very friendly, fun, and helpful staff.

Stayed in August 2025

Beds and pillows weren't very comfortable.

Great location, wonderful staff. Hotel is about a 10-12 minute walk from the main dock and center of Positano, tucked away in a quieter area and about 100 stairs up from the shore. Fresh beach towels every day, fridge in the room, and plenty of mirrors (which gave us girls more space to get ready). Room was quite spacious and the view was beautiful!

Stayed in August 2025

Yes, Positano means stairs, but here it’s only about 80 steps with breaks along the way, honestly, in Positano terms, that’s like having your feet right in the sea.

The rooms are absolutely beautiful, spacious, beautifully maintained, and tastefully decorated in a retro style. They feel both comfortable and unique, with everything you need. The view is truly the best in Positano : by day and by night. If you want to disconnect while still being in the most touristic area of the Amalfi Coast, this is the place. You have the perfect balance: total relaxation at home, with the crowd, restaurants, and activities just steps away. The beach nearby is quiet and peaceful, without the usual Positano crowds. The host, Maryse, made the whole stay unforgettable. She’s a French writer, full of generosity, laughter, and useful information that really enriches the experience. You don’t just get a place to stay, you get a connection that makes Positano feel like home. This was truly the best part of my holidays. I can’t recommend La Dolce Vita enough. Till next year!

Stayed in August 2025

The WiFi was slow

We loved the hotel and the fantastic views right out over the water. We will absolutely stay again the next time we visit. The hotel was only a short walk from town and the ferries, and luckily not too many stairs compared to much of the rest of the town.

Stayed in August 2025

If you have more than one bag, you really need to plan a porter to get to/from the hotel. Maryse can help you arrange it

Maryse, the owner, is from Paris and actually a writer, and she is very nice and chatty. This provided a welcoming atmosphere from the start. The room is of decent size, with high ceilings, and with direct view to the sea. The little terrace invites for pondering after sunset over a glass of wine. Its a few steps to the beach, and a 10min walk to the hustle and bustle of the main beach and its shops - its quite relaxing to come back after a day out. I didn't turn on the AC as I let the air breeze through the bathroom window to the doors to the terrace wifi and 5G are both strong, I had no problem working from here

Stayed in August 2025

The location was amazing, views were incredible, and our hostess was phenomenal. I can’t recommend this stay enough.

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing.

Great position in Positano, only 95 steps up from beach ! The terrace outside the rooms was very charming with natural shade and a perfect view. Sleeping with the doors open to the sound of the sea was great. Easy access (10 min walk) from ferry dock. Maryse the owner was lovely and very helpful in every way.

Stayed in July 2025

The room was nice, spacious and clean. The view from the balcony was incredible. Not too far from the beach or the shops/restaurants either

Stayed in July 2025

Location, room, management

Stayed in July 2025

They have an issue with ants in the rooms which needs sorting Very steep steps to hotel

The views were fantastic Right on the beach which is beautiful Very friendly staff

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing.

Everything!

Stayed in June 2025

So many steps! Not many places nearby to get groceries or food when the beach restaurants aren't open.

Location is great. Near beach out of the way. Great balcony. Lovely host.

Stayed in June 2025

Location to beach clubs and restaurants

Stayed in June 2025

Some small wifi problems. And I never did figure out if they offered breakfast or room service. A few more stairs than I liked.

It was near the beach and staff was friendly. They assisted me with getting my laundry done.

Stayed in June 2025

There’s nothing not to like. Great value, super friendly staff. Get ready to climb a lot of stairs to go up if you drive. If you come by boat it is a quick walk from the dock

Great location and view

Stayed in June 2025

I missed the kettle in the room

Amazing view and very lovely host

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing

The location was fabulous. Close to the beach and Da Ferdinando for great service and food. It was away from the hustle and bustle, yet not way up the hill

Stayed in May 2025

It’s a bit rough to get your luggage there from the port.

The views, and the bath tub and furniture in the room. The host was nice and the location was great, right next to a beach.

Stayed in May 2025

I had such a wonderful experience booking with La Dolce Vita. the room was beautiful and the terrace and the garden with the view of the whole beach was breath taking, hospitality was top notch.

I had such a wonderful experience booking with La Dolce Vita. the room was beautiful and the terrace and the garden with the view of the whole beach was breath taking, hospitality was top notch.

Stayed in May 2025

No complaints

Very nice. Comfortable. Great view of the Ocean. Hotel manager woman was very nice.

Stayed in May 2025

La Dolce Vita is down 370 steps from the main street where the parking lots are. I would highly recommend making sure you arrange with Maryse (the wonderful proprietor) for a porter to bring your bags down. We used the porter to bring our bags up when we left. Well worth it

The room was beautiful… very spacious with a beautiful view of the sea and Positano. The beach is right there down about 100 steps. It was very clean and the person in charge of housekeeping was wonderful. It is also away from the main tourist area so it is quiet.

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing.

Great location, the accommodation was easy to access from the Positano port. Beautiful rooms and accomodating staff. We got upgraded to a room with a balcony, breathtaking views, comfortable bed and facilities. They have beach towels and umbrellas available. We were able to leave our luggage early to enjoy the Fornillo Beach prior to check-in which was much appreciated.

Stayed in September 2024

I liked everything.

An amazing hotel, over the beach, with sea view. We were warned about the many steps from the road, but it was fun going up and down, if you want to be fit.

Stayed in October 2024

Stunning views. Very close to the beach and beach clubs - but be aware there are still 113 steps down to the beach - beautiful walk to town centre - peaceful alternative to the town centre 👌👌👌 Good recommendation for Max restaurant 👌🙏🏻

Stayed in October 2024