Hotel Villa Franca  

Perched in Upper Positano, minutes from Spiaggia Grande and the Positano ferry landing. In the town center near the Church of Santa Maria Assunta and within easy reach of Parco Regionale dei Monti Lattari and Vesuvius National Park.

A luxury 5-star cliffside retreat with about 39 air-conditioned rooms that open onto private balconies with ocean glimpses. Rooms include minibars, LED/LCD TVs, iPod docks, safes and private bathrooms with bidets and complimentary toiletries — simple coastal comforts with cliff-top views.

Pamper with onsite massages, body treatments and facials, plus a steam room and fitness center. Take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, sip at the poolside bar or unwind in the bar/lounge. Concierge, gift shop/newsstand, 24-hour front desk, limo/town-car service and paid airport/train transfers round out the perks — wake up to sea-breeze mornings on your balcony.

Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the property. 24-hour front desk and concierge services, with airport and train pick-up available for a surcharge.

Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at an ocean-view restaurant with alfresco seating. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM; limited room service is available, plus a bar and poolside drinks for sundown cocktails.