Amalfi Coast, ItalyPositano
Hotel Palazzo Murat
Royal summer palazzo
Royal summer palazzo
The 18th-century royal residence unfolds around shaded stone arcades and fragrant citrus groves in the pedestrian center.
“This elegant 18th-century mansion in the center of town, with a shady garden and dreamy courtyard, was once the summer residence of Gioacchino Murat, King of Naples.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Former summer residence of King Gioacchino Murat, furnished with original Bourbon-era antiques.
Listed
Centuries-old citrus groves along the cobblestone pedestrian path toward Spiaggia Grande.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
This splendid palazzo, once chosen by Murat as his residence, has been converted into a hotel right in the heart of Positano.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Pedestrian Via dei Mulini runs past the palazzo, leading downhill toward Santa Maria Assunta and Spiaggia Grande.
The rooms
Deluxe rooms in the original wing hold Bourbon-era antiques and four-poster beds. Every room opens onto a private terrace or balcony.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The freshwater pool sits among citrus groves, looking directly up at the majolica dome of Santa Maria Assunta.
Restaurant
Al Palazzo
Candlelit tables fill the courtyard garden beneath climbing bougainvillea, serving regional Campanian seafood and herbs grown on site.
At the table
Le Petit Murat pours aperitifs under an arched frescoed alcove, and breakfast is laid out across the garden terrace.
How it began
Local merchant Alfonso Cinque bought the ground floor after returning from New York. Five generations of his family have run it since.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.