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Hotel Villa Franca

5.0 star property
Adults-only hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Outdoor pool
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Winery
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine, sea views
Classic Room (01 HVF)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Via Pasitea 318, Positano, SA, 84017
  • Place, Positano Town Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Positano Ferry Landing
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Spiaggia Grande
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Naples (NAP-Naples Intl.)
    ‪87 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room (03)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room (05 HVF)

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room (05 HVF)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Room, Terrace (07)

Room, Terrace (07)

Highlights

Terrace
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (08 HVF Master)

Suite (08 HVF Master)

Suite (08 HVF Master)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 50 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite (06 Art)

Junior Suite (06 Art)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Room (04 HVF Prestige) | Winery

Room (04 HVF Prestige)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room (02) | Winery

Superior Room (02)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room (01 HVF)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Positano

A luxury stay in Positano awaits you at Hotel Villa Franca. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Positano Town Hall and Palazzo Murat. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .A day of pampering can include massages, facials and mani/pedis. The fine-dining restaurant, Li Galli Gourmet, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym, Turkish bath/hammam and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also valet parking, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 5-property class Upper Positano hotel, attractions include Positano Ferry Landing and Corso Italia.

What's nearby

  • Positano Town Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Positano Ferry Landing - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Spiaggia Grande - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Positano Tourist Office - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Church of Santa Maria Assunta - 6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Castellammare di Stabia Station - 39 min drive
  • Vietri sul Mare Station - 43 min drive
  • Naples International Airport (NAP) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Collina Positano Bakery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Pergola - Buca Di Bacco - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Zagara - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Li Galli - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casa e Bottega - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hotel Villa Franca

Adults-only hotel with free breakfast and fitness centre
Hotel Villa Franca offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Hotel Villa Franca. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service are available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Positano hotel is smoke free.

  • 39 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Hotel Villa Franca offers 39 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

This Positano hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 60 per night)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Li Galli Gourmet

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Designer stores
  • Gym
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tasting room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • LED TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 11 November and 26 March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 10 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 10 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 1 November to 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 5.00 per person, per night. 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 210 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 2)
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 60.00 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 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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • All guests need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Franca Villa
Hotel Franca
Hotel Villa Franca
Hotel Villa Franca Positano
Villa Franca
Villa Franca Hotel
Villa Franca Positano
Franca Hotel Positano
Hotel Villa Franca Hotel
Hotel Villa Franca Positano
Hotel Villa Franca Hotel Positano

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Villa Franca?

Hotel Villa Franca offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel Villa Franca?

Yep, Hotel Villa Franca has valet parking for EUR 60.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Villa Franca?

Yep, Hotel Villa Franca is a short 10-minute walk from Spiaggia Grande. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and scuba diving.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Villa Franca?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like facials and body treatments.

Does Hotel Villa Franca have a pool?

Hotel Villa Franca has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from April to October.

What makes Hotel Villa Franca a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and wine-tasting room, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Villa Franca.

Is Hotel Villa Franca family-friendly?

No, Hotel Villa Franca is an adults-only property.

Does Hotel Villa Franca serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary continental breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Villa Franca?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Villa Franca?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Mediterranean cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Villa Franca?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Villa Franca?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Villa Franca Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 433 out of 616 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 616 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 616 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 616 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 616 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing,the location amazing! I recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niklas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with nice furniture, comfortable bed, complimentary drinks and snacks and with an amazing view over Positano. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

PHILIP A

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I expected a lot after being ranked a 5 star hotel as I’ve stayed in many and the experience was top tier. I wouldn’t rate this hotel a 5 star for these reasons. The property is on the highest point of Positano which ideally does give you a great view however walking to the hotel and city center is not by any means easy.. the hotel also doesn’t offer a full day shuttle service where instead they offer it from 8:30AM-12PM at 5:00-8:00PM and 10:00-12:00PM every 30 minutes intervals. So basically if you’re at the beach or stores mid day you’re going to have to climb a dreading 25-30 mins up all the steps in order to get your hotel. They offer a third party porter service at an extra charge which I believe a five star hotel should have their own services to take your suitcases up/down the city center/hotel for their guests. The hotel decor makes you feel like you’re staying in an Airbnb or in someone’s home. You don’t get a Amalfi Coast or Positano vibe from staying here it’s a bit too modern in my opinion. They have a Michelin star restaurant which we have a lot of experience with as well since we have done many chefs tastings, etc. This was by far the worst experience we have a had and every dish that came out was terrible. It’s a 3 dish minimum per person.. and we were hoping we would love it since it was conveniently located in the hotel. Other than these issues the positives are it’s a clean hotel, very welcoming staff, great views, and a roof top pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jonny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

erika

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LIANNA

Highly recommended
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
HVF is simply amazing. A beautiful hotel with the friendliest staff you can find in Italy. They made our stay even better. We had a beautiful room with unparalleled views over Positano. Staff recommended places and restaurants other than their own Michelin star. They secured reservations all across Amalfi for us, and made sure we were in safe hands. Everyone is fantastic! A huge shootout to Pedro and Lucia at the Gold Rooftop, Gigi, and the valet guys! Simply the best. Now we have to come back to see our HVF family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Hod Hasharon

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

timothy

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

Amazing view and wonderful food

From the minute, we were welcomed in with a drink to the time that we left they were at our service with anything we needed. They also run a shuttle to the city center every 30 minutes throughout the day, which is very convenient. Of the Michelin star restaurant is in your agenda, plan at least 3 hours for dinner.
Our welcome treats along with a bottle of champagne- we don’t drink champagne and they quickly accommodated us with a red wine instead.
Our room
View from balcony
View from diner and drink lemon martini
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself was magnificent with the views and the staff. However it was difficult to have consistent transportation back to the property. The gym was very small.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have a done fair amount of traveling and stayed at some very nice hotels, but after a 4 night stay here, this might have been the BEST overall experience I have had at a hotel in my life. Every single part was on point. First of all, the hotel is gorgeous! The views you get of Positano at the rooftop pool and from our room that had a balcony were breathtaking both during the day and at night. We spent a good amount of time on the rooftop, which is one of the best parts about the hotel especially when the weather is nice. The food and drinks were all delicious. Most importantly, the service was truly exceptional. Every single area of the hotel we went, we were greeted with incredibly kind staff members making sure we had anything we wanted. All of them were amazing, but we spent a lot of time with Gigi and Valeria at the rooftop pool and both were so accommodating and friendly. I could go on and on, but genuinely I could not have expected a better experience staying here and was told by multiple local Italians that this is the best place to stay in Positano. Made sense to us after we stayed here! Highly recommend this hotel and I seriously don't have 1 negative thing to say about it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was outstanding. They created a wonderful atmosphere and excellent customer service. I’d definitely stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Massimo

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

10/10 Excellent

Damon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chiara and the whole staff were outstanding. They made sure that our honeymoon was fantastic. Great job!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

yoonjin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert, wyckoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not convenient and tough walking
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very professional staff, hotel had amazing views, wonderful breakfast with a view included and cozy rooms!!! We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Namas, Johns Creek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent view and service. Almost perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and kind staff who pay close attention to you and are always there to help you. Amazing views and good food!! The only thing to look out for is the hotel shuttle does not run 12-5 so if you go to lower Positano to shop, eat, beach or boat you will have to walk up a lot of stairs
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James, Ponte Vedra Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice and helpful staff !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan G.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024