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The best hostels in Positano

Some of the best backpacker spots in Positano

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Ostello Le Sirene is centrally located in Sorrento, only 400 metres from Sorrento Train Station and around a 5-minute walk from Piazza Tasso. This property offers free Wi-Fi throughout.

I stayed for two nights and had a good experience. The hostel matches the photos. The facilities are basic, but enough for everything. The rooms are clean, the shower is hot, and the blankets are warm. The location is perfect. Also, I had an incredibly friendly experience of communication with the staff! (Thank you a lot for your responsiveness, Marianna! ☀️) I think this is a great place to stay in Sorrento.
Review score
8.1
Very good
1,419 reviews
Price from
£139.23
1 night, 2 adults

Situated in Vico Equense, 2.3 km from Le Axidie Beach, Maison Montechiaro features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a bar.

Great views from the pool, the room and the rooftop. Great service from the rooftop bartender (I forgot the name) who also served us lunch at the pool. Close to Sorrento, Vico Equense if you have a car. There’s a superb restaurant across the street.
Review score
8.9
Fabulous
376 reviews
Price from
£152.06
1 night, 2 adults

Set in Castellammare di Stabia, within less than 1 km of Castellammare di Stabia Beach and 2.1 km of Calcina Beach, Stabia GulfView offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout...

The view from the balcony was beautiful. We could see Mt Vesuvius from our balcony
Review score
8.0
Very good
438 reviews
Price from
£50.25
1 night, 2 adults

Brand new, fresh and modern, Seven Hostel offers affordable accommodation with great services and a convenient location near Sorrento town centre and the Circumvesuviana Train Station.

Great location reasonably close to the trains and buses. Excellent supermarket nearby. Esuite room was appreciated.
Review score
7.9
Good
2,075 reviews
Price from
£47.13
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Pompei, 17 km from Ercolano Ruins, Pompei Hostel Deluxe provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

Very nice, close to center. Lovely houselords.
Review score
9.1
Superb
119 reviews
Price from
£90.58
1 night, 2 adults

Eco hostel floreale features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Ercolano.

Vibrant, great art work, friendly feel. Comfy bed. Good kitchen. Great location for Herculanium, Vesuvius and the Markets of Torre del greco.
Review score
8.5
Very good
176 reviews
Price from
£50.55
1 night, 2 adults

Situated in Salerno, Salerno Experience Hostel offers beachfront accommodation 400 metres from Santa Teresa Beach and features various facilities, such as a shared lounge and a terrace.

I had a wonderful experience. It's an unusual place. The stuff is very friendly. The building is authentic, located in the old town. The premises are atmospheric and large. I would definitely recommend this place as a good hostel.
Review score
8.3
Very good
599 reviews
Price from
£49.17
1 night, 2 adults

Set in Portici, HOSTEL PORTICI has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

The staff was just great. Very helpful and pleasant.
Review score
8.5
Very good
69 reviews
Price from
£65.89
1 night, 2 adults

H Hostel Friendly Accommodation has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Ercolano.

Great location, 5min walking to Herculaneum and easy transport to Pompei, Vesuvio, and Naples. Very clean and welcoming place, with access to all you might possibly need - a hot shower, a well-equipped kitchen, and stores and bars nearby. The owner is also very friendly and easy to communicate with :)
Review score
7.5
Good
157 reviews
Price from
£29.33
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring a shared terrace with stunning sea views, Hostel Brikette offers dormitory rooms in Positano, a 13-minute walk from the beachfront. Free WiFi is available throughout the hostel.

The staff here are so friendly and give lots of advice for how to get there and what to see on your trip. They upgraded my room to one with a view as it was quiet and that truly made my trip! The views from the hostel room and common area are amazing!
Review score
8.9
Fabulous
469 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 469 reviews
    This is my second time staying in Hostel Brikette- the first being in 2022. I truly loved the cleanliness, friendly staff and views from the beautiful room! I stayed in the female-only room which had a shower, two toilets, and two sinks connected to the room, along with gorgeous terrace views. I instantly made friends with the girls in my room!
    Guest review by
    Bianca
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 469 reviews
    Amazing people, we got a plenty of tips about our stay. Greatest views ever from a hostel. Attention to details design-wise and regarding technicalities. We visited the double room with a balcony available beside the dormitory rooms and had a great hotel-like private experience with the benefits of more fun hostel vibes.
    Guest review by
    Tomasz
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £539.14
    Review score
    9.0
    Superb · 230 reviews
    This was an excellent stay at an extraordinary hotel. It is not cheap for obvious reasons but the whole experience was completely faultless. Budget permitting I would stay there whenever I could. It was a special occasion for my wife's birthday (which the hotel marked) so the normal accommodation budget was blown, but it was worth every penny
    Guest review by
    James
    Young couple
  • Review score
    9.2
    Superb · 16 reviews
    Great location, only a couple minutes walk to bus stop. Our host Ariana made sure we arrived safely and welcomed us. The apartment is beautiful, newly renovated and we loved our stay. Highly recommend you stay here while in Positano.
    Guest review by
    Natalie
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 469 reviews
    Hostel brikette is in a great location in Positano, right near the bus stops which take you into the town, as well as too and from Sorrento. The rooms are clean and comfortable and contain good air conditioning. It was great that the rooms were cleaned each day!
    Guest review by
    Holly
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 469 reviews
    The view from the hostel was amazing & in a great location! Perfect place to meet people, everyone there was very nice. The staff were amazing (especially Matt & Sofia), Pete was very helpful & very approachable! Perfect affordable restaurant across the road as well
    Guest review by
    Emily
    People with friends
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 469 reviews
    Amazing people, gorgeous view, great location. Also the most social hostel i have been to.
    Guest review by
    Gaute
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 469 reviews
    the best hostel I’ve stayed in. insane view and terrace. clean and tidy. very close to a bus stop. amazing!!
    Guest review by
    Sarah
    Solo traveller
  • Review score
    9.4
    Superb · 299 reviews
    Staff were very lovely and helpful, wifi was great and balcony enjoys great views. Felt very safe here and walk from town centre wasn’t bad given the whole city is bulk stairs. Very close to Franco’s bar and Le Sirenuse which made it a great location for the walk home They even provided free snacks and bottled water/beer for us!!
    Guest review by
    Maddy
    Young couple
  • Review score
    8.9
    Fabulous · 469 reviews
    Located in Positano itself, the view is breathtaking and worth all the stairs leading to the hostel. (Take the bus, don’t be a fool like I was) The hostel in itself is beautiful and the team makes you feel at home from the second you step inside. They offer affordable and yummy breakfast in the morning and drinks throughout the evening creating the perfect occasions to meet the other guests. Definitely the place to go if you travel on your own and on a budget!
    Guest review by
    Wassila
    Solo traveller