Hotel Covo deiSaraceni
Hotel Covo dei Saraceni stands apart in Positano for its direct beachfront position on the Tyrrhenian Sea—a working hotel where guests can stay steps from ceremony and reception venues.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- PMC (Salerno); NAP (Naples) · 40 minutes from Salerno; 90 minutes from Naples via rental car or private transfer
- Open season
- May – August
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.2 /5 · 491
Hotel Covo dei Saraceni is a hotel destination wedding venue in Positano, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport (primary); Naples International Airport (Capodichino) as secondary option (PMC (Salerno); NAP (Naples)), 40 minutes from Salerno; 90 minutes from Naples via rental car or private transfer. Best months: May, June, July, August.
Hotel Covo dei Saraceni in Positano, open May–August.
Hotel Covo dei Saraceni stands apart in Positano for its direct beachfront position on the Tyrrhenian Sea—a working hotel where guests can stay steps from ceremony and reception venues.
Unlike hilltop alternatives, this property offers integrated accommodations where 50+ wedding attendees can wake to sea views and walk directly to celebration spaces.
The 13th-century Saracen tower anchoring the property creates an authentic historical focal point absent from newer resort competitors.
My husband and I are in LOVE with this hotel! Covo Dei Saraceni was amazing. We loved the location down by the beach. We loved that it was very, very easy to walk everywhere (I mean you do have the hills but it's an easy location to get around from). We loved that were so close the the ferry, shopping, restaurants and tours. The breakfast buffet was AMAZING with a great view from the breakfast room. The staff all went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful and even surprised us with a bottle of champaign for our 10 year anniversary! The view from our balcony was fantastic...we had a great view of the hills, of magical Positano, and an amazing view of the Sea/beach. We also spent an afternoon at the pool which was warm and had a great view. The drinks and lunch at the pool bar were an added bonus. We both highly recommend this hotel and honestly can't wait to go back. We stayed in 4 hotels while on our two week trip to Italy and this one was the favorite!!!
4 notes, from the desk.
Direct private beach access with 120 meters of waterfront
Medieval Saracen tower dating to the 1300s integrated into venue architecture
On-site accommodations eliminate guest travel logistics—hotel operates year-round
Maximum capacity of 150 guests across multiple interconnected terrace levels
Best held in May, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Hotel Covo dei Saraceni.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 3:00 PM–6:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome aperitivo on main terrace overlooking beach
- 8:00 PMCasual dinner (optional); guests settle into rooms
- 10:00 AMRehearsal on beach or ceremony terrace
- 4:00 PMCeremony begins (beach or tiered terrace setting)
- 5:15 PMCocktail hour on lower beach terrace
- 7:00 PMReception dinner; dancing until 11:00 PM or later
- 10:00 AM–12:00 PMFarewell brunch; guest departures
Things worth knowing.
PMC (Salerno); NAP (Naples) · 40 minutes from Salerno; 90 minutes from Naples via rental car or private transfer
Guests fly into Salerno Costa d'Amalfi Airport (primary); Naples International Airport (Capodichino) as secondary option. The desk arranges every transfer.
€15,000
High season (June–August) commands 20% premium. Off-season discounts available April–May and September–October. Verify current pricing and packages directly; costs exclude florals, photography, entertainment, and transportation.
€800
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€85 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€150 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
May – August
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can we have a beach ceremony?+
Yes. The private beach allows ceremonies directly on sand or on tiered terraces overlooking the water. Beach setup requires weather contingency planning due to seasonal conditions.
What's included in room blocks for guests?+
Rooms range from standard doubles to suites. Negotiate group rates directly through the hotel. Breakfast typically included; transfers from Salerno airport (40 minutes) can be arranged.
Are there wedding packages or à la carte pricing?+
The hotel works with couples to customize menus and services. Contact directly at the website for current packages, which vary by season and guest count.
What are weather contingencies?+
Indoor dining exists, though smaller in capacity than terraces. Tent options available but require advance planning and may incur additional costs.
When is peak wedding season?+
April–May and September–October offer ideal weather and lower rates than June–August. Winter weddings (December–February) provide exclusivity but limited daylight hours.
Hold dates at Hotel Covo dei Saraceni.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.