Hotel Onda Verde  

On Italy’s Amalfi Coast in Praiano, perched on cliffs above Marina di Praia. A beach hotel minutes from Marina di Praia and Church of San Gennaro, about 7 km between Amalfi and Positano with boat links to Positano and Capri.

A compact 24-room cliffside hotel with individually furnished guestrooms featuring minibars, espresso makers, flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with bidets. Expect sea-facing terraces, a rooftop terrace and a cliffside pool set among terraced gardens; the property is closed from November 1 to March 31.

Swim in an outdoor pool that overlooks the sea (indoor pool available too), relax in the spa with massages and facials, or soak on the solarium. There’s a poolside bar, beach facilities and a private landing-stage for boats to Positano and Capri. Concierge, tour desk, parking and airport/train transfer services are on offer.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout, a computer station and a reception hall. Concierge and limo/town-car services available.

Franchino serves Italian cuisine with ocean-view alfresco seating on the cliffs. There’s a bar/lounge, poolside bar, limited room service and a complimentary buffet breakfast served daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.