Hotel Royal Positano is a notable accommodation option among travelers, praised for its scenic views and unique charm. While many guests have enjoyed their stay, there are aspects that some found lacking, leading to a mix of opinions on the hotel experience.
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Hotel Royal Positano
6.8
(1,095 ratings)
Arienzo, Italy -
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210 m Positano Town Hall
560 m Piazza dei Mulini
700 m Palazzo Murat
Hotel Overview
Hotel highlights
Location
Pool
Atmosphere
- Stunning Views: Guests frequently commend the hotel for its breathtaking panoramic views of the sea and surrounding landscape.
- Charming Atmosphere: The hotel's traditional architecture and decor provide a unique and charming ambiance that many visitors appreciate.
- Friendly Staff: Many reviews highlight the friendly and accommodating nature of the hotel staff, adding a personal touch to the guest experience.
- Spacious Rooms: Guests often note the spaciousness of the rooms, offering comfort and relaxation during their stay.
- Location: Its location is praised for being both serene and conveniently close to local attractions and amenities.
Area for improvement
Bathroom
Sleep
Accessibility
- Outdated Facilities: Some guests feel that parts of the hotel, including certain facilities and room features, are outdated and in need of renovation.
- Inconsistent Housekeeping: There are reports of housekeeping services being inconsistent, with some guests experiencing lapses in room cleanliness.
- Challenging Access: The hotel's location, while scenic, can be difficult to access for some, with challenging roads and limited parking options mentioned.
- Limited Dining Options: A few guests mention a lack of variety in the hotel's dining options, wishing for more choices on the menu.
- Pool Maintenance Issues: The pool area, although a highlight for many, has been noted by some guests to require better maintenance and cleaning.
Amenities
Pool
Breakfast available
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Parking available
Pet friendly
Housekeeping
Room service
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6.8RateScore
Total 1,095 Reviews
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Blended Web Rating
6.6
7.0
booking
504 Reviews
6.6 / 10
expedia
591 Reviews
7.0 / 10
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Emilio L Gonzalez1 year ago
1/5
We ended up at this hotel because the hotel’s sister property, Palazzo Marzoli, dumped us here after cancelling our reservation. The hotel is in Positano, which is convenient. However, it’s located on the upper level of town & there are lots of stairs up & down to get anywhere. The property is extremely dated. There’s old carpet & dim lighting in all the hallways. The rooms are dated, basic, with minimal amenities. The beds are ok & air conditioning was appreciated. Included breakfast also ok. The staff speaks minimal English. I did not feel like they were very helpful. Pool is huge, but so old. The entertainment at the pool is a gentleman that plays loud, heavy metal music while he practices air boxing. It’s extremely disruptive. The landscaping looks wild & semi-abandoned. This place is depressing. If you start your trip here, you’ll soon forget it. But, if you’re ending your trip here, it’s not a good last memory. We were ripped off paying $1,600 for 2 nights. It’s a 2 star hotel.
Jaydeen Allen1 year ago
2/5
Hotel Royal was an okay stay, but we couldn’t wait to leave. We have been traveling through Italy for weeks now and it was my least favorite stay of everywhere we’ve been. The bathroom of the room we stayed in was okay, kind of tight, but not really an issue. The elevators feel like they will stop working at any moment and it can be somewhat of a maze trying to navigate through the halls to get to the correct floor, but again, not the biggest deal. The rooms, however, are terribly outdated and dusty (we saw dust coming from our bed and even the A/C unit). There was this funky, wet smell that was in the room. The pool, which was a selling point for us when booking, wasn’t even open and was filled with greenish-blue water and someone painting the entire time. I will say, the view from the room was nice though. The hotel also happens to be 10-11 mins (via Google maps/maps) from the main beach, but it is a long trek down and a long trek up - could be roughly 400-500 steps, so just beware if you don’t have the strongest lower body strength. Personally, I would not stay here again and would pay for a more expensive stay with better amenities and proximity to the beach. The staff was at this hotel were nice though.
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General Info
Total number of rooms 66
WiFi Quality
Download, Mbps
Upload, Mbps
Ping, ms
Idle
14Download
65Upload
31Wifi Speed Is Good For
web browsing
HD online movies
group video calls
online streaming
4K online movies
online gaming
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Average Daily Costs Per Person
Bottle of water 1.5L
$0.3 - $1
Coffee
$1.2 - $3
Beer 0.5L
$1.2 - $3
Meal, inexpensive restaurant
$10 - $20
Public transport, one-way ticket
$1.2 - $1.8
Taxi 1km (normal tariff)
$0.8 - $3
Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course
$40 - $100
Bottle of mid-range wine
$3 - $10
McMeal at McDonalds
$8 - $10
Coke/Pepsi 0.33L
$1.4 - $3
Public transport, monthly pass
$35 - $60
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.7 - $2
Mobile phone monthly plan
$8 - $20
Fitness club, monthly fee
$25 - $80
Weather In Arienzo
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Precipitation In Arienzo
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Air Quality
Unhealthy
PM2.518
PM1033
73
Poor air quality affects health. Recommended to limit outdoor activity.
Drinkable Water Quality
Good
Water quality is satisfactory. Slight deviations may be noticed.
Traffic around property
Moderate
Traffic is moving at a steady pace, smooth driving without significant delays.
House Rules
Check in after 16:00
Check out until 10:00
Children welcome
Pets welcome