Hotel Smeraldo

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Church of San Gennaro

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Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony
Designer store
Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony view
Standard Triple Room, Sea View | Balcony
Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Via G Capriglione n1 133, Praiano, SA, 84010
  • Place, Church of San Gennaro
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gavitella beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Positano Ferry Landing
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Naples (NAP-Naples Intl.)
    ‪81 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Triple Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Economy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Praiano

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Praiano hotel, you'll be steps from Gavitella beach and Church of San Gennaro. Amalfi Cathedral is within 9 miles (15 km) and Sorrento Beach is within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Church of San Gennaro - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gavitella beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Positano Ferry Landing - 18 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Spiaggia Grande - 18 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Amalfi Cathedral - 30 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Vico Equense Seiano Station - 31 min drive
  • Naples Intl. Airport (NAP) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Il San Pietro Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carlino - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Crazy Burger - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante Il Pino - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bar del Sole - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Smeraldo

3-star hotel near Church of San Gennaro
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Smeraldo. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Praiano hotel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1950
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Smeraldo offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Bathrooms include bidets and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle
  • Self parking on site (EUR 30 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Ecotours
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 7 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 9 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 3 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 2 November, EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: EUR 30 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 40.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT065102A1XTGYTD4M

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Hotel Smeraldo
Hotel Smeraldo Praiano
Smeraldo Praiano
Hotel Smeraldo Praiano, Italy - Amalfi Coast
Hotel Smeraldo Hotel
Hotel Smeraldo Praiano
Hotel Smeraldo Hotel Praiano

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Smeraldo to the airport?

Hotel Smeraldo is 33 mi (48-min drive) away from the Costa d'Amalfi Airport (QSR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Smeraldo have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Smeraldo.

How close is Hotel Smeraldo to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Gavitella beach and 17.6 mi (66-min drive) from Sorrento Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Smeraldo offer free breakfast?

Hotel Smeraldo offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Smeraldo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Smeraldo?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Smeraldo?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 30 per day.

Does Hotel Smeraldo have a pool?

Hotel Smeraldo does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Smeraldo have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Smeraldo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Smeraldo to downtown Praiano?

Hotel Smeraldo is 0.6 mi away from Praiano.

Hotel Smeraldo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 160 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Harley, Toronto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Most amazing view of Positano.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anna Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful and food very good. Just difficult to explore area from this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

VASYL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Old, antique hotel, 10 km from Positano, 3 stars hotel , expected little different style and served breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was great! Staff was fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Adam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
I have never left a negative review for any business in my life. This is my first. The attitude of the manager here is atrocious and low quality. First off the hotel location is well situated and the view of positano from here is beautiful. The hotel has a lot of potential to be a great hotel. But it starts at the front desk. First off, the manager asked where we were going for dinner which we said La Strada which is the restaurant ten feet across the street. He said the hotels food was much better then La Strada and La Strada has no view. (La Strada has a beautiful view as well on the top terrace just not down below on the bottom). The food and service at La Strada was amazing! When someone slashes their neighbors business, that is very low quality. That was the first negative interaction. The second negative interaction was requesting beach towels. The manager made it a big deal like we were requesting something very big. Never once did he mention that the beach towels cost money to rent. We then requested a second set on the second day because we forgot to dry the first set during the night. Again on the second time, he never mentioned they cost money to rent. Upon checkout of course they say we owe money for renting the beach towels. I said no one told me this and that I didn't want to pay it because I was not informed. The manager spoke in a very rude, forceful and not professional way and forced us to pay. Very disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to have a breathtaking view of the Amalfi Coast and direct view of Positano about 2.5 miles away, then this is your hotel. The room is cuant
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was quite basic, but it was clean and bright and everything - lights, lamps, AC, faucets, toilet, bidet, shower, wi-fi - worked! The balcony was spacious and had a fabulous view of the sea, Positano (the best view of Positano is from Hotel Smeraldo!), Li Galli, the Sorrento Peninsula, and the edge of Capri. Pasquale, Raffaele, Giorgio, and all the staff were helpful and friendly. The location is great for walking to restaurants, up to the convent and the Path of the Gods, or down to the beach.
Stayed 16 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amer, Brooklyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel gorgeous view of Positano and the Mediterranean see . Unbelievable location The staff are super wonderful Rafeale and Georgeo and greatly helpful It is. Honey moon place
Positano at night
Great view from the balcony in the morning
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view from the room and terrace friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel in the middle of the Amalfi Coast without the crowds. The owner and staff are always on site and very attentive to their guests. The hotel is very clean and comfortable with a daily meals served on the veranda overlooking the beautiful coastline and hills surrounding the area. Be aware that parking is very limited and there is no exercise facility. I want to also recognize GEORGIO our primary host who was super friendly and attended to our every need. My wife became ill during our stay, GEORGIO found us a local doctor who came to the hotel! Quality abounds at this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place , beautiful view , staff and service perfect !!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vintage type hotel in the quiet town of priano , amazing views, helpful staff,15- 20 min cab right to Positano ($50 euro) , great free breakfast, amazing balcony with our room , amazing restaurant and breakfast balcony view , family owned vibe, dinner was good, other restaurants close by. Hot water , ac, very Italian feeling, this is a great place for laid back feel, traditional old school antique feel , plants and cool ceramics everywhere, definitely would stay again , on the path to “one fire” swimming area . ( Google image it)25 min walk down this cool path with steps next to back yards and property entrances to get to swimming area and bar. A great place to escape the crowds of Positano . Good value for price
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria, Los Angeles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing we loved it so much the entire staff was absolutely incredible, fantastic helpful in all of the aspects, specially Giorgio who was very attentive to our needs, overall well stay here again if we come back some day the location is great and the view from the terrace is a dream.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at Hotsl Smeraldo. From the moment we walked in we felt taken care of. To bringing in our luggage, parking our car, and automatically providing a reservation at the best table in the restaurant, the staff were amazing. The views from the restaurant and rooms cannot be beat! Located on the main road made accessing the hotel so easy, and it was a short stroll to the shops and additional restaurants and cafes. We are already planning a return trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aditya Vidhyadhara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a relaxing stay at Hotel Smeraldo in Praiano. There were good food options at a short walking distance. We drove to the hotel and the staff parked the car for us and retrieved it as well during check out. The hotel was at a convenient place for our boat tour at the La Gavitella restaurant which was a short walk away from the hotel. The room it self was very adequate and couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarely

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hermoso y acogedor

Espacio maravilloso, vistas espectaculares…comida excelente. Un espacio donde te sientes como en casa. Muy cerca de Positano. Gracias
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

OlegYelena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudiane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem

Love love this lil gem situated in Praiano. Very quiet less crowded and noisy. Beautiful view of the coast. Felt like Paradise. Room very spacious and cleaned. Restaurant is on top and very good breakfast in the morning
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sukanya, LAwrenceville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was quiet and serenely beautiful with the best views of the Amalfi coast. staff was very nice and respectful. Raffael was very patient both before and after our arrival with so many questions. They setup transporation and tours for us that worked with our schedules and the room was amazing. His entire family was very gracious and Georgio was so great preparing my breakfast exactly the way I liked. Already miss all of of it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here so much. Views and staff were incredible. We loved that we got the beauty of the Amalfi coast without its craziness. Praiano was such a beautiful vibe. The restaurants and beach nearby make this hotel an icon. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Owners are very friendly and make your stay feel like you’re at home. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024