Praiano: Guide, Hotels, Map & Photos
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EUR 70 - 150 Il Giardino Dei Limoni
 Il Giardino Dei Limoni offers a terrace and apartments with views across the Mediterranean Sea. Located in Praiano on the Amalfi Coast, it is 8 km fro… MoreEUR 60 - 170 Hotel Villa Bellavista
 Hotel Villa Bellavista is located in the heart of Praiano, an ancient fisherman´s village near Positano and Amalfi. Enjoy a pleasant stay on the… MoreEUR 90 - 140 Hotel Smeraldo
 Hotel Smeraldo boasts romantic views across the Bay of Positano and the island of Capri. It is close to the steps that take you down to the beach in P… MoreEUR 100 - 200 Hotel Pellegrino
 Hotel Pellegrino enjoys a scenic position in Praiano, on the Amalfi Coast. It offers air-conditioned rooms with sea views, and excellent local cooking… MoreEUR 95 - 165 Locanda Costa Diva
 Offering panoramic views across the Mediterranean Sea, Locanda Costa Diva is set in Praiano along the Amalfi Coast. Surrounded by lemon trees, it offe… MoreEUR 70 - 180 Open Gate
 Expect simple, family-run accommodation, delicious homemade cuisine and stunning views of the sea at Hotel Open Gate. The beach is just a 5-minute wal… MoreEUR 120 - 280 Villa Maria Pia
 Villa Maria Pia has a cliff-top location and a sun terrace with panoramic views over the Amalfi Coast. It offers rooms with sea views and satellite TV… MoreEUR 85 - 180 Villa Il Frantoio
 Enjoy one of the most spectacular views of the Amalfi Coast at Villa Il Frantoio, an ancient olive press that is now a charming bed and breakfast.
Ju… MoreEUR 70 - 350 Tramonto d´Oro
 A 4-star family-run hotel in Praiano, the Tramonto d’Oro offers free parking and a gorgeous rooftop pool with stunning views of the Amalfi coast. Ro… MoreEUR 110 - 280 Hotel Onda Verde
 Situated in Praiano, the hotel enjoys a magnificent, secluded seafront location, among the wonderful natural scenery of the rocky inlets of the Amalfi… MoreEUR 99 - 200 Hotel Margherita
 The swimming pool of the Margherita is surrounded by lemon groves, and the terrace offers breathtaking views of the Amalfi Coast. The hotel offers a f… MoreEUR 162 - 350 Grand Hotel Tritone
 On a cliff overlooking the Amalfi Coast, Grand Hotel Tritone offers an outdoor pool set in gardens. The private beach is directly below, and there is … MoreEUR 53 - 130 Casa Stella Marina
 This small and charming bed and breakfast is set in the centre of the beautiful Amalfi Coast and offers stunning views of the sea, comfort and a relax… MoreEUR 45 - 110 Casa Colomba
 Casa Colomba is in Praiano. Each room enjoys panoramic views including Capri Island and Positano. Some rooms are air-conditioned and have a private te… MoreEUR 50 - 200 Hotel Alfonso A Mare
 Situated in one of the most beautiful and characteristic small bays of the area, in the small village of Praiano, the hotel overlooks the picturesque … MoreEUR 79 - 231 Hotel Holiday
 Situated between Amalfi and Positano in the old fishing village of Praiano, family-run Holiday Hotel offers spectacular sea views. There is a free shu… MoreEUR 75 - 140 Hotel Le Fioriere
 Hotel Le Fioriere is set in Praiano, in the heart of the Amalfi Coast, facing the Faraglioni of Capri. It offers panoramic sea views and a bar with Wi… MoreEUR 29 - 179 Hotel La Perla
 Located on one of the most enchanting corners of the Amalfi coast, this lovely and comfortable hotel is set into the rocky shoreline of Praiano, facin… MoreEUR 122 - 195 Hotel Il Pino
 At Hotel Il Pino you decide where to have breakfast, on the terrace or on your private balcony; either way you have a fantastic view across the Amalfi… MoreEUR 158 - 485 Casa Angelina Hotel
 A luxury hotel perched on the cliffs of the Amalfi coast, Casa Angelina has all the ingredients for a holiday you’ll never forget, from spectacular … More | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Praiano: Guide
Praiano is in Campania, Italy. It a beautiful and quiet place. There are a dozen of hotels on the steep cliffs.
Get in
By bus
By train/bus
By boat
There is a network of ferries that run along the towns of the Amalfi Coast. These are said to provide quicker access to the towns during the summer months, as opposed to the local highway. Major stops are within the towns of Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi. The smaller towns, such as Praiano, may have "spotty" access by ferry.
By car service
Although this will most likely be the most expensive route, this will provide a more comfortable and direct route when compared to the other bus and train itineraries. Most companies will pick you up from the Naples airport or other Amalfi Coast towns and transport you accordingly. If you are travelling with a group, most companies offer vans. This can help to defray the costs. The ride from Naples airport is approximately 90 minutes and prices seem to start around $100 one way.
Get around
By bus
There is a local bus that loops through Praiano and runs to Positano. This service is operated by the Flavio Gioia company . Tickets are purchased on board the bus from the bus driver (yes, it can be a rather slow process of there are lots of people boarding). If you are going to Positano, this is often a better route to take, rather than the SITA bus. More information regarding this bus route can be located at Praiano's tourist office.
By scooter
There are two scooter rentals.
By foot
This is the best way to enjoy Praiano. There are lots of interesting paths and stairs, some very vertical, that meander amongst gardens, olive trees, lemon trees, etc. These cannot be truely appreciated by day-tripping. These paths not only provide quaint walks, but they also provide a network of "roads" that allow the locals to avoid walking along the main thoroughfares.
See
Do
Relax - Praiano is a fairly quintessential italian village located amongst the hullabaloo of the the neighbooring towns. You will find many of the local towns people gathering in the squares of Chiesa San Luca and Santa Maria Assunta , especially in the evening. The children will often be playing soccer. Enjoy the many walks, vistas, footpaths and aromas throughout the town.
Beach
Cooking Classes - There seem to be quite a few cooking schools in the area, but they are not widely advertised or easy to find.
Local stores offer hand-made ceramics at less prices than the neighbooring towns.
Il Gusto della Costa . A local limoncello manufacturer.
The proximity to the sea provides many chances to enjoy the local cuisine of the Amalfi Coast. You will see many of the restaurants heading out on their fishing boats to bring back the meals for that day. The fish is fresh and the shellfish is very sweet. Be aware that some seafood items may be frozen. The menu will alert you to this. The majority of the wines are local.
La Gavitella (http://www.ristorantelagavitella.it/)
Bar del Sole, Capriglione 120 gets very lively at night. It is also sells ice cream and beer and wine to go. This seems to be the prime location to get all of the Italian bar items, including all espresso-based beverages (cappuccino, espresso, etc.) and pastries (sfogliadelle, treccine, cornetti, etc.). There is an indoor bar as well as an outdoor terrace that overlooks Santa Maria Assunta . This is where you will find many of the local villagers and fisherman.
Hotel Villa Bellavista (right at the bus stop). Tel: 089874054, mailto:info@villabellavista.it, . It caters to germans but everyone is welcome. €100 for a double room with AC, bathroom and balcony. The rooms are located on small terraces, all with a beautiful view af the bay. €20 for half pension which includes 5 course dinner.
Apartment & Villa Rentals - Many companies offer apartment and villa rentals, often by the week. These are terrific for those who like to travel and not depend upon the services of a formal hotel. These tend to have more charm and offer economical choices when compared to hotels.
Praiano is on the SITA Sorrento-Salerno line, which will allow you to travel to all of the towns along the Amalfi Coast. Tickets can be purchased at any tabacchi. Remember to validate the ticket once you board the bus or else you risk the chance of being fined if you are caught without a validated ticket.
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