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Hotel Dimora Fornillo

Amalfi Coast · Italy

Via Fornillo 27View location

9.2/10Excellent276 Reviews
Cleanliness9.2/109.2
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort8.8/108.8
Condition8.8/108.8
Location6.0/106.0
Neighborhood8.8/108.8
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About Hotel Dimora Fornillo

Enjoy stunning views from your private balcony at Hotel Dimora Fornillo, a charming inn located in Upper Positano. Start your day with a complimentary buffet breakfast and take advantage of amenities such as free Wi-Fi, room service, and tour/ticket assistance.

Each of the seven guestrooms features a minibar, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. The hotel is a short walk from the Positano Ferry Landing and Positano Town Hall, and offers easy access to local attractions like Fornillo Beach and the Church of Santa Maria Assunta.

A convenient airport shuttle is available (surcharge applies).

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Located in Positano (Upper Positano), Hotel Dimora Fornillo is within a 15-minute walk of Positano Ferry Landing and Spiaggia Grande. This hotel is 10.3 mi (16.7 km) from Amalfi Beach and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Piazza Tasso.

Make yourself at home in one of the 7 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets.

Featured amenities include express check-in, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Non-smoking

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 8:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No elevators LGBTQIA+ friendly Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 10 Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 22 Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions Pets allowed (no fees)

Important information

  • Property Alerts

    You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

    • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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 - 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 - 31 October, EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 10 years of age.

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

  • You need to know
    • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport.
    • Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
    • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Nearby parking fee: EUR 45 per day (328 ft away)
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 20.0 per night
    • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 60.0 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    English

    Italian

Nearby attractions

Positano Town Hall 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Fornillo Beach 0.4 km / 0.3 mi
MAR Positano Roman Villa 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Positano Tourist Office 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Chiesa Madre di Santa Maria Assunta 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Positano Ferry Landing 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Spiaggia Grande 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Piazza dei Mulini 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Spiaggia d'Arienzo 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
San Pietro 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Gavitella beach 6.6 km / 4.1 mi
Church of San Gennaro 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
San Luca Evangelist Church 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Marina di Praia 9.2 km / 5.7 mi
Fiordo di Furore Beach 10.4 km / 6.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 7
  • hotel
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Babysitting service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
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  • Luggage room
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Snacks
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Meal plans

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BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

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Room types

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    Room code: DBL.VM

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  • Double or Twin SUPERIOR SEA VIEWDouble or Twin • SUPERIOR SEA VIEWDBT.SU-VM

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    Room code: DBT.VM

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  • Double or Twin SUPERIOR GARDEN VIEWDouble or Twin • SUPERIOR GARDEN VIEWDBT.GV-SU

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    Room code: DBT.GV-SU

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  • TRIPLE SUPERIOR SEA VIEWTRIPLE • SUPERIOR SEA VIEWTPL.SU-VM

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    Room code: TPL.SU-VM

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE SEA VIEWDOUBLE • DELUXE SEA VIEWDBL.DX-VM

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    Room code: DBL.DX-VM

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  • Double or Twin ECONOMYDouble or Twin • ECONOMYDBT.EY

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    Room code: DBT.EY

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    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR SEA VIEW

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    Room code: DBL.SU-VM

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  • Double or Twin DELUXE SEA VIEWDouble or Twin • DELUXE SEA VIEWDBT.DX-VM

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    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    DELUXE SEA VIEW

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    Room code: DBT.DX-VM

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  • TRIPLE SUPERIORTRIPLE • SUPERIORTPL.SU

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: TPL.SU

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBL.EY

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Hotel Dimora Fornillo

9.2
Excellent
276 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.2 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
8.8 /10
Condition
8.8 /10
Location
6.0 /10
Neighborhood
8.8 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
100 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2026
Jenna
This hotel is classic Italian Villa style! Absolutely gorgeous in every aspect! Breakfast overlooking the ocean was perfect! And so close to Fornillo Beach!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2026
Anna
We loved this staying at this hotel. The communication was amazing, the staff were friendly and the breakfast with the view was awesome. When we checked out, we were able to leave our bags there AND hired porters to deliver our bags at a later time right at the ferry station. Highly recommend staying here!
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jul 2026
Brittany
Our room was perfect! Beautiful ocean view and helpful staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
HENRY
Excelente vista super espectacular, el problema es el baño que presenta moho en los.alrededores de la bañera. De resto todo bien, fácil acceso, recepción super amable, desayuno incluido y operado por personas increíbles.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
Paola
The hotel was lovely for our 3 day stay. It was clean and roomy. The balcony was great for views. The breakfast was fresh and delicious. The location was at the top of Fornillo Beach and close to the main road which made it easy to get to the restaurants and shops. The porter helped us with our bags since there are several stairs to get to the room.
There are a lot of steps to get to the beach and ferry but it was a great location.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2026
Roger
An amazing room and a really delightful staff. I had a balcony and view that was a live postcard experience. The room was large and spacious. My only note to future travelers is this location is hard to get to. Pack very light. Also, the WIFI was completely unreliable. All that said, I enjoyed my experience and would stay there again.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
Christopher
Beautiful
Partner
4/10
Poor
11 Apr 2026
ester
The staff were amazing! My side of the bed broke immediatly, the refrigerator didnt work, the safe didnt work and the breakfast menu was very basic my breakfast consisted of 1 over easy egg that costs extra and a package of dry biscuits that was called toast. The crossant was so dry and over reheated there was no bread inside. The view was amazing and worth the multiple flights of stairs to arrive at.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
31 Oct 2025
Alexandra
Our stay at Dimora Fornillo was amazing. Franco, Alessandro and Vincenzo were super nice and attentive to details. We sure felt special and would love to come back next year.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2025
JOHN
Great place to stay while visiting this beautiful city.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2025
Richard L
Everyone was great!
Partner
4/10
Poor
18 Sep 2025
Bahar
This is a small 7-room property that needs renovation, especially the bathrooms. Our shower drain was clogged the entire stay despite repeated complaints; the owner ignored the issue, though the younger staff tried to help. Rooms and furniture are very dated, with the only plus being the view.
Also, the “7-minute walk” claim is misleading—it’s more like a 15–20 minute hike up 300 steps.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2025
Daniel
Perfect place to stay!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2025
Stephanie

Loved it!!!

Loved it!! It is up 1,000,000 stairs but so worth it! Staff were amazing, so friendly and helpful, we met the owner too and he was great. Beautiful views from the property and very central. Send you good instructions before you check in and help with getting your bags there.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jun 2025
David

Wow, what a view

Great experience. Awesome room. Fantastic location. Excellent service. Very pleased with our stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025
Anthony
Beautiful property
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025
Joseph
Franco was amazingly helpful and the room views were amazing!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2025
Andy
Cool hotel near a walkable beach, but be prepared for a lot of walking up and down. I thought the hotel was a little too old school for me, but I appreciate the sentiment it gives. It’s just not my cup of tea. Had a porter that helped me with luggage during check in and check out. Very good customer service and would recommend this to people.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 May 2025
Caitlin
Absolutely best hotel view we have ever stayed at! Staff was phenomenal!
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2025
Emma
10/10 stay. Amazing staff and room views with the best little garden for breakfast. The walk to the beach is about ten min down the steps. Delicious pizza restaurant around the corner on the road.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2025
Randy
Absolutely amazing hotel in Positano. Very spacious room with a really great terrace and view. The property staff were very friendly and helpful. It does take a lot of stairs to get to and from the hotel but that is basically anywhere in Positano. Free breakfast was nice and convenient. Only downside to this hotel is that the internet connection in the room is terrible, little to no connection, other than that, amazing property.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2025
Jessica
Beautiful property with excellent views
6/10
Pleasant
23 Oct 2024
NOVA
Fairy all hotel it’s not hotel. It’s just like a house.
10/10
Exceptional
19 Oct 2024
Ashley
Hotel Demora Fornillo was pure magic. The views, helpful staff, complementary breakfast in the garden and location were perfect. The location is on the north side of Positano, nestled up the hill (about 300 steps UP). We found this location to out of the busy downtown area, however just a close walk by foot! It truly felt like a vacation and only wish we stayed longer.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
john
The hotel was built into the side of the mountain. The staff and owner were very kind and attentive. The only negative and this applies to any hotel in the area is the amount of stairs you need to climb to go anywhere.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Oct 2024
Ismael
The hotel is in a privileged location, excellent view to the Mediterranean sea from our balcony. The staff is very polite and super helpful. Our room was very spacious and comfortable. To get access to the hotel from street you need to take several stairs, but it is a short distance. I will stay there again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2024
Chris
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! The views are second to none. The rooms are comfortable and have good AC. There is a complimentary breakfast that's very good and the staff is super friendly and helpful and informative. Could not have asked for better people. There are good restaurants on the main road and transportation. Looking forward to returning.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2024
Tom

Excellent view, and kind staff

We stayed on the top floor and the view and the room gave us a lifelong memory. The staff is very kind. The only way to get there is by walking up the stairs from the shore or down the stairs from the road, and it is quite a leg workout.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Sep 2024
Lauren
The hotel is very quaint and the view is magnificent. Our room was fantastic however we had a leak in the bedroom but the staff was very helpful and we were able to move our bed into the sitting area, which was totally fine. Our veranda was magnificent. Definitely hire the helpers to bring your luggage up from the ferry if you take the ferry. It is a bit of a hike to get to the hotel and we found ourselves a little bit lost a couple of times the first time up. There are shortcuts that would have been good to know about in advance. This hotel is not immediately in the center of all the shops, but if you are okay with hills, stairs, and about a 15 minute walk, this is a perfect place to stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2024
Caroline M
Absolutely loved my stay here. We were in room 57 and had what I believe was the most immaculate view in all of Positano! It was definitely a hike so I recommend walking for young people who want a hard workout and using the porter service for people who do not like hiking uphill. The breakfast service was perfect start to the day and included a very kind and friendly staff. I hope to return someday!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Sep 2024
Arunas
Location and views of mountains meeting the sea are absolutely stunning
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2024
Gary
Amazing property! Would highly recommend. Room and staff were incredible.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Aug 2024
BRADLEY
The staff at the property were so lovely and made the stay extra enjoyable! High recommend this property
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2024
Tiffani
Great stay !
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
29 Jun 2024
David
I made a mistake in booking the dates, called a few hours later and they said tough beans and kept $800 for two nights that I could not get there for.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Jun 2024
Cullen
This place is awesome for a trip to Positano. The staff is incredibly nice and helps you with any questions you may have regarding the area or travel. Highly recommend staying here!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2024
Melissa
The staff and host were wonderful and very interesting to talk to. The views were amazing. Highly recommended!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 May 2024
katie
Great staff!
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2024
Emile
A beautiful location with amazing views! The owner is very charming and the staff are super attentive. Breakfast was simple but lovely with excellent cappuccinos! It is a bit of a walk into the main town and, being Positano, involves many stairs so just be aware of that. Not a problem for us and we loved that the property is a bit tucked away so very quiet at night. Overall a wonderful stay!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2024
KANIKA
Loved the property! Great breakfast in the morning and a fantastic view
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2023
Rommel
Great little hotel in Positano. The desk clear was very helpful in helping us.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2023
Sandra
This picturesque property is better in person. The location is perfect and the staff is friendly and informative. Breakfast in the lovely garden was a perfect start to each day. We look forward to a future stay here again same room longer stay. LOL
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Oct 2023
camela
View from our balcony was amazing. Room was large. Staff were super nice and helped us find alternate transportation when ferries were cancelled.
8/10
Excellent
17 Oct 2023
Cindy
The staff were wonderful and thoughtful regarding our needs. They recommended a wonderful restaurant at the top of Positano and called a car service for us to get there and back. Wonderful
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Oct 2023
Linda
Fantastic balcony & views from the hotel.
As with everywhere in Positano there are many steps to get anywhere. Only criticism is the size of the shower, a little on the small side.
Loads of choice for breakfast
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2023
Kayla

Amazing stay!! We didnt want to leave!

We had the absolute best time at this hotel and Positano! Andrea and staff were so incredibly helpful and nice! They helped us with anything we may have needed! We will definitely be back!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Sep 2023
Deanna
We had a wonderful stay here. Breakfast and views and staff were all amazing.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2023
Michail
They are absolutely lovely people running this place!!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2023
janiss
This place was amazing and the view was the best! You just have to be prepare and in good shape for lots of stairs :)
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
18 Jul 2023
Justine
Most incredible location / view
8/10
Excellent
17 Jul 2023
Jacquelyn

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wonderful
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2023
Carmen
Amazing stay! We had a triple superior room with a stunning balcony sea view. Room was clean and spacious. The staff was wonderful especially Franco who was so helpful throughout. The garden for breakfast was a dream! Everything was amazing here. The area felt very safe. Lovely restaurants nearby. Much prefer this quieter section of Positano. Hope to come back again soon!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 Apr 2023
Sofia
The staff is incredibly kind and prompt. The view from the garden is unbeatable; so beautiful. The breakfast is great. Positano has stairs everywhere, to all hotels, so just know this when you book. It’s part of the intrigue of Positano.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Oct 2022
Danielle
Beautiful hotel with stunning views. All of the staff were so friendly and helpful, special thanks to Franco who does an amazing job helping guests get their luggage up and down the stairs. The location breakfast was great and overall could not fault our stay - would definitely book again!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2022
Aneeta Sabah
The staff were very helpful and friendly
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2022
Ryan
Thank you for an
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Aug 2022
Alisa
Like everything in Positano- you have to work for this view with steps- but also like everything else- it is SO worth it! The property is stunning and the balcony views will make you want to sit on your patio all day and never leave. If you do want to leave however, you are a short walk down the stairs to the beach- or take the tunnel behind the fancy rstaraunt on your way down to the main town square (we only found this shortcut at the end). Either way you will love your stay here- we will be back!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Aug 2022
Geoffrey
The balcony view was spectacular and the service was outstanding. Simone really took the time to help us out and feel welcome. She also provided a lot of information and recommendation. The hotel is tucked away and tricky to find. The porters did a great job of helping us out with the luggage from the Ferry area since the steps are super intense and vast. The hotel rooms are slightly outdated but the location is pretty good.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jul 2022
Ha young
This hotel is more beautiful than the pictures. The property is very clean and well kept and the rooms are very clean. The view from the room balcony was absolutely breathtaking. Pictures cannot do it justice. It literally took our breath away seeing the view. The location is great. It’s not too far from a more private beach and not too far from the top so everything was easily accessible considering the amount of stairs there are. On top of it all, everyone at the hotel was so friendly and welcoming. The gentleman explained everything to us in so much detail and even helped us with many tips for Path of the Gods trail. Their warm and welcoming demeanor was the icing on top. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else in Positano!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2022
Tara
Beautiful gardens surround this quant hotel with spectacular views of Fornillo Beach.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2022
Stephen
We stayed for 10 days, and had a great stay. It is 3-star because it doesn’t have all the
8/10
Excellent
20 Jun 2022
Chris

Wonderful hotel, must be OK with LOTS of stairs

Overall, stay at Dimora was very pleasant. Rooms are outdated but clean, views are incredible, breakfast is light but included. And staff was wonderful.

One thing the hotel should advise more clearly: you HAVE to use porter service from port if you're coming in on ferry. Don't let the \"8 minute\" walk on Google maps fool you. This doesn't consider the 500 stair steps (not an exaggeration) and verticality of Positano. It was more like 45 minutes with luggage.

But 100% recommend this hotel.

General note about Positano, you have to be OK with stairs. If the average stair case for one floor is 15-20 steps, you can do the math:

150 steps from street entrance to hotel that cannot be avoided.

~250 steps from sea level at port and 1.4 mile walk to get to hotel.

~200 steps from the hotel down to the beach

This is true for anywhere you stay in Positano. But it is a shock. Know this going into it and plan accordingly: porters, sneakers, healthy knees.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2022
James
Very enjoyable stay, staff were super friendly and helpful, breakfast every day in the garden was great with fantastic views
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2022
ruth
This property was absolutely beautiful and our room was amazing! I can’t even describe the views!! What made our experience that much better was the staff. The older gentleman there was so sweet and you can tell he really loves what he does and he takes the time to make your stay that much better. He even made our drinks extra special late at night when we could have just drank them out of the bottle from the lobby fridge. We also had really nice conversations with him and the breakfast every morning was so good and complimentary!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
01 May 2022
Andrew
Where do I start? Titsiana was so very helpful and friendly, she made sure our honeymoon stay was top notch. The property is gorgeous and I highly recommend booking here.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2021
Ida Sy
The hotel is around 10 min walk from Positano. It has great restaurants and personally i find better than Positano. The facility is very nice with great views, both from room and the garden. The beach is steps away. Breakfast was great too.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2021
Evan Zolile
Good for the price and location
Friendly staff
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
14 Nov 2020
Michael

Must stay hotel

Iit was amazing the room was very clean and great helpful staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Sep 2020
Isobel
The balcony is very big - and is over looking the beautiful coast. It really is an amazing view! We were provided with everything we needed, including a lovely breakfast in the garden which again over looked the lovely, picturesque coast.

It is worth noting that the main part of Positano is a 20 minute walk away, which is very up and down. There is an easier way which takes you up a more gradual hill with fewer steps, rather than lots and lots of stairs. We weren’t aware of this easier route, and initially took a matter of 200 steep stairs on a hot day with our bags!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Sep 2020
MatildaCummings
My husband and I loved this place! It was absolutely beautiful, and the location was perfect! Very affordable, and the staff was excellent! Andrea was lovely and helpful to us during our stay. The breakfast was also delicious, and we got to sit in the patio area to enjoy our breakfast every day with a fantastic view! We can’t wait to come back here!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Property was perfect for what we required. No complaint all.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
25 Oct 2019
Grant
The sea view was fantastic - stunning even. The room was spacious and comfortable. The hotel was small and quiet. The staff were very friendly and couldn't be more helpful. The only negative was the number of stairs you had to go up and down to get to the hotel from the main street (which is an issue because the hotel doesn't have a restaurant - so lunch and dinner means climbing stairs), and the number of stairs (170) down to the beach. If you don't mind climbing stairs, this is a great place. I wouldn't recommend it for anybody with mobility impairments.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Fantastic view, gentleman who checked us in was lovely and really helpful. Really enjoyed having breakfast in the garden overlooking the bay. It was on the quieter side of Positano which we liked and was not too much of a walk into town.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Oct 2019
Jerald
Beautiful views excellent service.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
We spent two days in the property and found it to be satisfactory. The room was spacious and clean with a comfortable bed. And you get a fantastic view from the private patio.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Fantastic views, very helpful staff.
Great place to stay if you're good with steps!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2019
KarenL
We enjoyed our stay at this hotel! It wasn't fancy, and the breakfast was pretty basic, but the staff (esp Guiseppe) were so accommodating! The stairs leading from the road to hotel and from hotel to beach were pretty challenging, but hey- it's Positano...there's going to be a lot of stairs involved.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Perfect place to stay! Quiet area that is away from the more crowded area of the main beach. Rooms are good sized (compared to others we stayed at in Italy), clean, fantastic views from the balcony and garden area. Staff was very friendly, they helped us with directions, recommendations on restaurants and things to see/do. 10/10 would stay here again.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
We got really lucky and found a gem with this property. Charming little place nestled into the hill with a wonderful view of the ocean and direct access to the best beach in Positano. The staff was very helpful, friendly and kind too.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2019
Colin
Considering that there are steps everywhere in Positano this hotel is very well placed in a quiet area close to both beaches and restaurants and steps are manageable.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Fantastic views! Great breakfast. Amazing location down 10 min of stairs to Fornillo beach (the quieter and nicer of the 2 main Positano beaches). You cannot drive or be driven to the hotel!! Pack light and haul your bags down 10 min of stairs from the toad. A lore tee can come from the hotel and help you if you call. It is WORTH It though !!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Sep 2019
David
The location of the hotel, down a \"street\" filled with 75 steps, is not for the faint of heart, but the views down to the beach and beyond were spectacular. The accommodations were clean and freshly painted, although a bit spartan. The host and staff were all very friendly and helpful. The carrying up to the top of the street of our bags two at a time was beyond heroic! Thank you!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Excellent! Great staff, friendly and helpful, genuinely kind people. Central location, close to the beach and restaurants!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
22 Aug 2019
Jeffrey

Great Hotel

The owner of the hotel and all of the staff were great (molto bene). The hotel was super clean inside and outside. The breakfast each morning was phenomenal!

Positano in general is a tough area if you’re looking for a luxurious vacation. The only practical and timely method of transportation is stairs throughout the entire village, and a lot of the stairs. Every trip to a store or a beach is like a 15-30 minutes stair master workout.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
The location was great! Close to the beach and all. The only issue we had was that the AC in our room wasn’t working and the old AC in the room leaked and created puddles throughout the day. This was a big disappointment for us because it was very hot when we stayed and expected a working air conditioning. On the other hand, the view was great from the room and they accommodated us with a fan.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Beautiful views from the rooms. Excellent location to get down to the beach or walk through town. Positano has lots of steps so be prepared to climb a few to the hotel. Light breakfast of cornetto’s fruit and coffee was tasty.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
The hotel, view, cleanliness, and staff are incredible and welcoming! I would highly recommend this hotel.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Aug 2019
Verified traveler

Just wonderful

Amazing. Wonderful staff, super helpful and friendly. Rooms amazing all have great views. Breakfast included each morning and they make you coffee while you sit in the garden looking over the ocean. There are a lot of vertical steps leading from beach to the hotel though so if you don’t like that that would be the only warning. But it was simply a great experience.
2/10
Poor
31 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
The hotel did not have a room for me. I had to stay in a Residence away from family.
Family
4/10
Poor
30 Jul 2019
Isame
Room was sold out so they had to put a member of our party at another hotel that was literally just a room in a not so nice residence down the road
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
AMAZING Fantastic views! I loved the location, steps down to beach and beach clubs and close to the cafes. Beautiful small village with lots of steps everywhere. Porter can collect bags. Helpful Managers.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
Hotel Dimora Fornillo is a great mix of a hotel and BnB. The staff was excellent and helpful and had a great selection of local wins for a reasonable cost. Would definitely stay there again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jul 2019
Judith
Central location. Well maintained and clean. Pleasant, friendly, helpful staff. Lovely continental breakfast.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2019
Julybell

Excellent

This hotel was amazing! I want to thank Miguel for everything he was amazing!!! Very friendly and got to know us and our girls! Also Pepe very friendly! Our stay here was the highlight of our trip! Will definitely recommend!
Family
8/10
Excellent
18 May 2019
Verified traveler

7 out of 10 stars

For Positano, it’s cheaper so you have to understand the quality. Killed 2 or 3 spiders and the WiFi hardly ever worked but the view was stunning and reception is nice and helpful.
If you don’t mind any of that though, it’s a great hotel and worth staying at.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2019
Veronica
Vincenzo Giuseppe and Michele couldn’t have been more accomodating Great service and fresh brekkie with uninterrupted spectacular views
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2019
ryan
The view from the hotel is beautiful, it overlooks parts of positano and all of praiano. The service was excellent the staff is very friendly and helpful with local tips. It is walking distance from many nice restaurants and local shops. We had a great time and would definitely be back.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Dec 2018
Choong Seng

Great views

Great view from room/balcony. Good breakfast included. Difficult to find as the \"road\" on the map is actually a footpath going down hill with 170 steps (yes, I counted). Staff helped us carry our luggage down and up again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2018
Ellyse
Everything was amazing. The hotel, the view, the balcony, the gardens, the hospitality- all wonderful! Yummy breakfast daily! Close to the beach and a short walk to the center. My husband and I visited in November and found that most places/restaurants were closed for the winter. We were roaming around trying to find a place for our anniversary dinner. After the few open restaurants closed up and turned us away, we gave up and headed back to the hotel. We went to reception to pick up some drinks. Vincenzo, the owner, went above and beyond in helping us make sure we had something to eat. He shared that there was a restaurant open at the top of the hill and called to double check. My husband was willing to go up to get some food, but Vincenzo kindly offered to bring us up in his car. He did not accept a dime from us, it was truly humbling. So grateful to have witnessed such great kindness. We would definitely recommend this hotel to our family/friends and for anyone staying in Positano. Thank you Vincenzo and Miguel! (sorry for any incorrect spelling)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2018
Adnan S.

Awesome views, location, staff, garden

Overall great experience, very good location for small beach and good restaurants. Beautiful place and great staff.

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Via Fornillo 27, Positano, Italy

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