The Best Holiday Apartments on the Amalfi Coast, Italy

This atmospheric stone property, in a former 16th-century watchtower, sits on a cliff above the Bay of Positano, and has been converted into two chic self-catering apartments and a one-bed suite. Holiday apartments at this Amalfi Coast property have kitchens, wood furnishings and fresh white decor with splashes of Amalfi blues and lemons. Take in the unbeatable sea views from the balconies and roof terrace.

Set on the waterfront just a few steps from the popular Amalfi Coast town of Positano, Miramare offers a slice of history. Built in the 1930s, these holiday apartments on the Amalfi Coast was once used as a rest facility for the Allied forces in WWII, before it was converted into a hotel. As well as rooms, Miramare has a two-bed apartment that comes with two bathrooms, a living area and terrace. Take advantage of the free breakfast served on the veranda, with croissants and sea views.

This renovated Mediterranean Amalfi Coast holiday apartment enjoys a star location right in the centre of Positano, just a few metres from the sea. The luxury property is run by the Cinque family and features one- and two-bed sea view apartments with kitchens and either a terrace or balcony. Each one boasts ornate, locally made tiles and a homely feel. Go for the garden villa for your own jacuzzi and patio overlooking the flower-filled gardens.

Villa Casale sprawls over 4,000 square metres (43,000 square feet) of terraced Mediterranean gardens, complete with a pizza oven, large pool and patio showcasing Amalfi Coast views. The 14th-century holiday villa with a luxurious pool lies a short walk from the heart of Ravello and is filled with antiques and soaring ceilings. Stay in one of five open-plan apartments with kitchens and terraces or a fireplace suite, and be sure to try Villa Cassale’s own wine and olive oil.

The Scirocco studio at La Rosa dei Venti has its own terrace dripping with bougainvillea where you can gaze at the sea. Picture topaz floor tiles and Vietri ceramics, with wooden furnishings and decorative bed heads. While there’s no kitchen, breakfast is included and served on your balcony. This Amalfi COast holiday apartmenet also has double rooms and lies in Fornillo, the oldest area of Positano.

If you’re looking to spend a week sprawled out in the sun, book an Amalfi Coast holiday rental apartment at Aurora, which is just 100 metres (330ft) from Amalfi’s largest beach. This property sits within the historic town walls and faces directly onto the beach, providing views of the Bay of Amalfi. As well as 28 rooms in the main property, Aurora offers apartments 600 metres (2,000ft) away in a square near Piazza Duomo. Each one has a fully equipped kitchen and living area with a small courtyard, while there’s also a gym in the building.

Villa Bohème, built by a Finnish noble back in the 1950s, is set into a rock face overlooking the sea in Positano. Today, the Russo family runs the property, which has been restored into luxurious Amalfi Coast villas with pools. The main house offers three suites with spacious terraces, clad with Vietri tiled floors, antiques and kitchens. The most lavish Puccini Suite even comes with its own jacuzzi, while all guests can enjoy its pool and classy cocktail bar.

Residence Due Torri offers a peaceful stay in the seaside town of Maiori. Set among sloping gardens and citrus groves, the property has studios and one- and two-bed apartments with either garden or sea views. Each one has clean white decor contrasted with colourful Vietri ceramics. Guests receive discounted rates at a private beach belonging to a partner hotel, while there is a free summer shuttle service to the port for day trips to Positano and Capri.

Head for the hills outside of Vietri sul Mare, where you’ll find the Residence Zelzar. Their bright holiday apartments on the Amalfi Coast come with a choice of sea or pool views, while each has a living room with a kitchenette and some have balconies and fireplaces. Take a dip in the refreshing pool, relax in the gardens overlooking the Gulf of Salerno or walk 10 minutes to the sandy Vietri sul Mare Beach.

Owned by the Fiorentino family, this ancient Amalfi Coast villa has been lovingly refurbished and is a favourite with famous actors and sports stars. Located on the rocks near Positano, overlooking the coast, the villa boasts infinity pools, decks clad with lemon trees and loungers, a jacuzzi jet pool and spa. Choose from a range of apartments with kitchens, including a three-bed garden villa and honeymoon suite with its own jacuzzi.

Praiano is one of Amalfi’s most restful villages, known for its winding streets and Mediterranean buildings. It’s also home to Residence Il Giardino dei Limoni, which offers apartments with kitchens and is decorated with ceramic tiles made by the owners. Enjoy a solarium with deck chairs and sofas, an organic garden and a beach just 200 metres (650ft) from the property. Apartments are named for their colours and include wrought-iron furnishings, hand-painted tile headboards and balconies.