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Day 3: Day trip to Capri.
Day 4: Beach day at Spiaggia Grande.
Day 5: Fornillo Beach or a private beach club like @arienzobeachclubpositano 

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Where To Stay In Positano On A Budget

May 17, 2023

Wondering where to stay in Positano on a budget? Allow me to formally introduce you to Hotel Casa Albertina.

Where To Stay In Positano On A Budget

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It is no secret that Positano is a notoriously pricey coastal city. Filled with wealthy retirees, cruise-ship-sized private yachts and satin fashion, a luxe vacation to Positano could easily put a dent into someoneโ€™s savings.

Luckily, not all of the luxury aspects of Positano are out of a budget-friendly reach.

Hotel Casa Albertina Reviews: Affordability

Hotel Casa Albertina, otherwise known as Albergo Casa Albertina in Italian, is an extremely affordable hotel in Positano.

Given the luxury complimentary terrace breakfast buffet, iconic balcony-view rooms and the overall fantastic culture of the hotel (all of which we’ll talk about in more detail later), Hotel Casa Albertina is ridiculously cheap.

A night at Hotel Casa Albertina costs as low as $100 USD, depending on the season and demand.

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While, of course, this nightly rate could add up quickly for a week’s stay, the majority of the accommodations options in Positano cost well over $100 USD per night. In fact, luxury hotels of this caliber, such as Le Sirenuse or Hotel Poseidon, can cost anywhere between $500-$1500 USD per night.

You can book your affordable stay at Hotel Casa Albertina directly through Booking.com here.

Or, if you have a travel credit card, you may be able to book for free through your credit card. That’s how we did it! We booked through our Capital One Venture card and only had to pay a total of 36 euro for the city tax.

(P.S. if you’re looking to open a travel credit card and aren’t sure which card to open, I have a free downloaded quiz here that will tell you exactly which card is best for you.)

Hotel Casa Albertina Reviews: Comfort

Hotel Casa Albertina maintains a very homey environment.

As you walk through the entrance, youโ€™re met with exactly how you would imagine a charming Italian boutique hotel to look and feel: white stucco archways, vintage Italian couches, decorated white metal terrace chairs as well as friendly staff members.

It honestly feels as though you are staying in the charming home of a rich Italian.

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As far as room comfort goes, the bed is as comfortable as expected in a European hotel (i.e. not quite as plush as hotels in the United States). However, the bedroom and bathroom are kept very clean with daily housekeeping.

Furthermore, this hotel is air conditioned, which is really rare in Europe and certainly necessary on the hot Amalfi Coast.

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Hotel Casa Albertina Reviews: Culture

In all honesty, there are no words for the kindness of the hotel staff here. I have never in my life been greeted with so many warm smiles.

The owner and other Italian staff welcome you immediately upon entrance to the hotel. Likewise, the chef, who will greet you every morning for breakfast, has an immense servant’s heart. He even memorized our coffee orders by the end of our stay.

In the best way possible, it is very obvious that a family owns and runs Hotel Casa Albertina.

Hotel Casa Albertina Reviews: Location

Hotel Casa Albertina is a short five minute walk down cobblestone steps to Spiaggia Grande (the main beach in Positano).

However, I must warn you that a five minute walk down steps to the beach translates to a 10-15 minute walk back up the steps. So, make sure you bring good walking shoes.

Nonetheless, Hotel Casa Albertina is definitely within walking distance to the beach.

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In addition, the hotel is only two flights of stairs down to fun shops and the legendary Michelin-star Da Vincenzo restaurant.

Plus, every time you see a picture of the iconic Positano view, you will see Hotel Casa Albertina near the top! (Hint: it’s the red building with white arches toward the top of the above photo.) Talk about a fun souvenir.

If you’re looking to rent a budget-friendly car for your trip to Positano, check out Discover Cars, a company that helps you quickly and easily find the most affordable car rental options.

Hotel Casa Albertina Reviews: Amenities (Where To Stay In Positano On A Budget)

Apart from the incredible Positano terrace views and air conditioning, I wouldn’t be able to offer a full Hotel Casa Albertina review without mentioning the complimentary terrace breakfast.

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If you have followed my Italy trip on my Instagram, you already know about this hotelโ€™s complimentary breakfast buffet โ€” flaky pain au chocolate, traditional prosciutto & fresh Amalfi fruit all on the charming hotel terrace with a city view.

We legitimately looked forward to breakfast every single night before we went to sleep. This hotel converted me into a breakfast person, and I long for the day I return to Hotel Casa Albertina just for the included breakfast.

Overall Rating of Hotel Casa Albertina

What is it like staying at this fabulous Positano hotel? Answer: A dream.

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If you do not know where to stay in Positano on budget, Hotel Casa Albertina is, by far, the way to go.

My husband and I both agree that it would be hard to return to Positano and not stay here again. Between the affordability, fantastic location and notable company culture, Hotel Casa Albertina is an absolute luxury-on-a-budget win.

What do you think? Would you book your stay at Hotel Casa Albertina?

Let me know your thoughts in the reply section below or by sending me a DM on Instagram.

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  1. David Piehl says

    November 4, 2021 at 11:36 pm

    Makes me want to stay there just for breakfast.

    Reply
    • Indigo Sahara says

      November 29, 2021 at 2:07 pm

      I would stay there again just for the breakfast.

      Reply
  2. Patricia Frangello says

    October 13, 2022 at 12:04 am

    Hi what airport would we fly into. How far from Hotel Casa Albertina

    Reply
    • Indigo Sahara says

      October 13, 2022 at 3:50 pm

      Hello! Most people fly into Rome when visiting Positano, but the closest airport to Positano and Hotel Casa Albertina is in Naples. The fastest way to get to Hotel Casa Albertina from the Naples airport is by car, which takes about one hour. From Rome, a straight drive takes about 3.5 hours. Hope this helps!

      Reply
  3. rahul singh negi says

    May 13, 2023 at 5:36 am

    Great post, very informative!
    Thanks for sharing this helpful info.

    Reply
    • Indigo Sahara says

      May 15, 2023 at 6:52 pm

      Of course! I’m glad you found it helpful. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply

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Unpopular opinion: red eye flights are better. ๐Ÿ›ฉ

Hereโ€™s why:

1. They are often cheaper than daytime flights.
2. You get an entire extra day in your destination.

Even if the red eye and daytime flights are the same price, you get better bang for your buck because you get to spend more time in your destination.

For example, we got an entire extra day in Bora Bora for free by flying on the red eye. ๐ŸŒŠ๐Ÿ’ธ

Agree or disagree?

#travelreel #travelreels #travelreelsoninstagram #travelbloggervibes #redeyeflight #cheapflights
Dreaming up a trip to Positano, Italy? ๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

Save and screenshot this ultimate itinerary for 5 days in Positano on the Amalfi Coast of Italy!

Day 1: Explore Positanoโ€™s streets, shops and restaurants.
Day 2: Day trip to Amalfi Town (or Ravello).
Day 3: Day trip to Capri.
Day 4: Beach day at Spiaggia Grande.
Day 5: Fornillo Beach or a private beach club like @arienzobeachclubpositano 

For more itinerary details (how to get to Positano, activity details and more), head to:

indigosahara.com/positano-itinerary-5-days 

Buon viaggio! ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‹๐ŸŒž๐ŸŒŠ

#positanoitaly #positanobeach #amalficoastitaly #italytrip #travelitinerary #travelguides #positano๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น
Heading to Italy โ€” soon or someday? ๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Heading to Italy โ€” soon or someday? ๐Ÿ‹๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

Save and screenshot this one week Italy itinerary for Rome and the Amalfi Coast!

Day 1: Rome
Day 2: Rome
Day 3: Positano
Day 4: Amalfi Town
Day 5: Capri
Day 6: Positano
Day 7: Rome

Buon viaggio! ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿค๐Ÿ๐Ÿ‹

#italyitinerary #italytravel #italytrip #romecity #positanoitaly #amalficoastitaly
How many have you been to out of 30? โœจ All of t How many have you been to out of 30? โœจ

All of these bucket list destinations are the perfect places to visit in Europe for an iconic European summer experience.

Iโ€™m personally very excited to check a few more off the list this summer. ๐Ÿคญ

Remember to SAVE this summer bucket list for easy access later! 

#europedestinations #europetrip #europeansummer #summertravel #travel
12 flights for $175 USD total. ๐Ÿ’ธ Hereโ€™s how๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿผ

Travel hacking!

AKA taking advantage of credit card points and credit card opening bonuses. ๐Ÿ’ธ๐Ÿ’ธ

This is just from putting all of our regular expenses on travel credit cards over the past six-ish months (groceries, house renovation expenses, clothes, etc.), paying the card off in full every month and racking up free miles.

So, what travel credit card is best, you ask?

I wish there was a simple answer, but the truth is, it depends on your personal goals as a traveler.

Thatโ€™s why Iโ€™ve created a FREE downloadable quiz (link in bio) that you can take to determine which travel credit card you should open.

This travel hacking quiz is going to tell you exactly which travel credit card is best for you, no matter if youโ€™re new to travel credit card points or a seasoned travel hacking pro.

If you take the quiz, let me know what you get!! ๐Ÿ’ฌ

(Disclaimer: I am not a financial advisor, and this is not financial advice. Always consult a professional who knows your unique financial situation. Always follow credit card best practices, such as paying your card off in full on time every month.)

#travelhacking #travelcreditcards #freeflights #freetravel #budgettravel #budgettraveltips #europeansummer

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