Iconic Italian luxury hotel Il San Pietro di Positano celebrates 55 years
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welcome· to Il San Pietro
Il San Pietro di Positano is more than a hotel. It is a home–where warmth, tradition, and unparalleled comfort meet the unfiltered beauty of the Amalfi Coast.
Perched like a secret whispered between the sea and sky, this exclusive sanctuary embodies the essence of timeless Italian hospitality. Effortless elegance meets contemporary design to create an experience that transcends luxury.
Surrounded by lush Mediterranean gardens and panoramic sea views, this three-Michelin keys hotel tells a story of craftsmanship and care. Every moment at Il San Pietro is designed to be felt, savored, and remembered.
More than a destination, Il San Pietro di Positano is a feeling—a dream carved into the cliffs, a paradise where time pauses.
Il San Pietro di Positano is more than a hotel. It is a home–where warmth, tradition, and unparalleled comfort meet the unfiltered beauty of the Amalfi Coast. Perched like a secret whispered between the sea and sky, this exclusive sanctuary embodies the essence of timeless Italian hospitality.
our rooms· & suites
Cradled by the cliffs of Positano, each room at Il San Pietro di Positano is an intimate retreat, designed to feel like a home away from home.
Every space is a seamless blend of understated luxury and artistic craftsmanship, where hand-painted ceramic tiles, custom-made furniture, and fine Italian textiles evoke the region’s rich heritage. Interiors are bathed in natural light, flowing effortlessly onto private terraces that frame jaw-dropping views of the Amalfi Coast’s turquoise waters and rugged coastline.
Soak in the beauty of the coastline in complete serenity on a private terrace overlooking the sea.
My aim is to enhance the existing product. I have great respect for the ingredients.
restaurants· & bars
Take a sensory journey at Il San Pietro, where Mediterranean flavors dance with world-class gastronomy.
Chef Alois Vanlangenaeker reimagines Italian classics, crafting exquisite dishes from the freshest seasonal ingredients—many harvested from San Pietro’s own organic gardens.
Indulge in a candlelit evening at the elegant Michelin-starred Zass Restaurant or bask in the seaside charm of Carlino, where every plate is a love letter to the coast. Sip a signature cocktail on the legendary Grand Terrace as the sky blazes with sunset hues, paired with delectable Bits & Bites. As the night deepens, linger over a vintage from our wine cellar, home to over 600 prestigious labels, each a celebration of taste and beauty.
Every moment, every flavor, every glance at the endless sea is a story unfolding in real time.
facilities· at the San Pietro
Whether you crave the pulse of adventure or the serenity of a hidden retreat, Il San Pietro di Positano offers a range of amenities designed for indulgence and relaxation.
Drift along Positano’s dramatic coastline on a complimentary boat cruise, where sun-drenched bluffs and sapphire waters paint an unforgettable panorama. For those seeking an ultra-private escape, charter one of our luxury yachts and let the Amalfi breeze carry you to secret coves and storied islands.
Sip handcrafted cocktails at our exclusive beach club, a secluded cove carved into the coastline and indulge in the art of dolce far niente. Or lounge by our panoramic swimming pool, a floating dreamscape perched high above the Mediterranean overlooking the endless horizon. A match on our seaside tennis court—one of the most scenic in the world—is an experience like no other, with the scent of salt air and the sound of waves as your backdrop.
celebrating 55 years· of Il San Pietro
the San Pietro· life
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Totani Take Me Back
As a child, I often hung out on the beach with Mr. Vincenzo Ferraioli, also known as "Vincenzo the chiouv" because he was as thin as a nail.
Pasqualino Remembers
I was always playing at the San Pietro as a young boy because my father was a carpenter on the construction site when the hotel was being built and he took me with him to work."
Where Earth Meets Fire
"I grew up here, among the furnaces. It is in my blood. So in the end, I came back."
The Heart of the San Pietro
We went around to the different departments asking a simple question.
The Life and Times of Giorgio Maccioni
Giorgio Maccioni, from Monsummano Terme arrived in Positano, shortly after the Second World War. His aunt, a spinster, had brought him along when she moved to Positano to help her sister with her four children.