Excellence Luxury Villas · Salerno
Luxury Villa Rentals in Salerno
Villas above the Gulf of Salerno, from the ceramic town of Vietri to the cliffs of Amalfi and Praiano
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Where the Amalfi Coast begins, and real Campanian life carries on
Most visitors see Salerno from a ferry deck on their way somewhere else, which is their loss. It has a medieval cathedral that holds the relics of St Matthew, a seafront promenade where the whole city takes its evening stroll, and the Giardino della Minerva, a medieval garden of medicinal plants linked to the Schola Medica Salernitana, one of Europe's earliest medical schools.
Our collection in the city and province of Salerno runs to 39 villas. They range from sea-view houses in Vietri sul Mare and the village of Raito above it to villas in the hills near Ravello, and clifftop houses around Amalfi and Praiano. Several have private pools, and the largest can take a big family gathering.
Below is a guide to choosing your stretch of coast, getting here and when to come.
Salerno at a glance
- Villas
- 39 across Salerno and its coast, with up to 12 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £8,300 to £20,500 a week, from around £4,000
- Best areas
- Vietri sul Mare and Raito, the hills near Ravello, Amalfi and Praiano
- Best time
- May, June and September for the coast; late autumn and winter for Luci d'Artista
- Getting there
- Salerno Costa d'Amalfi airport, with seasonal flights from London; Naples airport around an hour by road
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Villa Elario Italy10 bedrooms
Villa Madreperla | 12-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Amalfi12 bedrooms
Villa Maredentro | 8-Bedroom Villa in Castiglione San Cosma8 bedrooms
Villa Limoncello | 6-Bedroom Villa with Hot Tub in Positano Arienzo6 bedroomsWhere to stay in Salerno
Vietri sul Mare for ceramics and an easy run into the city, the hills near Ravello for quiet and views, and Amalfi, Praiano and Positano for the classic cliffside coast.
A cathedral, a castle and a long evening stroll
Salerno is a working Italian city, and that is much of its appeal. The Duomo, founded in the eleventh century, has a crypt lined with coloured marble where St Matthew is said to lie. The old town climbs behind it in a tangle of lanes, small trattorie and wine bars.
Above it all stands the Castello di Arechi, with views across the gulf. Down at sea level the Lungomare is where Salernitani walk, talk and eat ice cream as the light goes. A villa within reach of the city gives you all of this, plus restaurants that cook for locals rather than day-trippers.
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Majolica domes and anchovy villages
Vietri sul Mare is the first town on the Amalfi Coast coming from Salerno, and it has made ceramics for centuries. Its church dome is tiled in majolica, and its streets are lined with workshops selling hand-painted plates and tiles. Raito, a small village above it, has some of the best views back over the gulf.
Head west and you reach Cetara, a fishing village known for tuna and colatura di alici, an amber anchovy sauce stirred through spaghetti. Further on are Maiori and Minori, with longer beaches, and the hills climb towards Ravello and its gardens.
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The coast of the postcards
Amalfi was once a maritime republic that rivalled Venice and Genoa, and its cathedral, with its striped façade and steep flight of steps, still dominates the piazza. Praiano, a little further west, is quieter and faces the sunset. Positano, beyond it, is the coast at its most theatrical.
The Amalfi Coast is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the roads are narrow and busy in summer. That is why many of our guests take the sea: in season, ferries link Salerno with Amalfi and Positano, a far calmer way to travel.
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Buffalo mozzarella, Greek temples and winter lights
South of the city, the plain around Paestum is buffalo country, and mozzarella eaten there the morning it is made is something else again. Paestum itself has three of the best preserved Greek temples anywhere, and makes an easy day out.
May, June and September are the best months for swimming and walking, as July and August are hot and crowded. From late autumn into the new year, Salerno hosts Luci d'Artista, when artists' light installations fill its streets and gardens. Our concierge can arrange boat days, drivers, guides to Paestum, restaurant tables and transfers.
Ask our conciergeFeatured villas in Salerno
Villa Santa Venere Italy5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £17,213 a week
Villa Zagara Vietri Salerno: 6-Bedroom Seaview Villa with Private Pool – Amalfi Coast6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £14,917 a week
Le Rocce | 5-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool in Positano (SA) Nocelle5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £13,314 a week
Villa Luminosa Ravello Amalfi: 3-Bedroom Sea View Villa on the Stunning Amalfi Coast – Italy3 bedrooms · sleeps 4From £13,008 a week
Villa Ruesignore | 4-Bedroom Villa with Hot Tub in Conca dei Marini4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £13,005 a week
Villa Dorata Vietri Salerno: 4-Bedroom Sea-View Villa with Hot Tub – Amalfi Coast Italy4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £12,944 a week
Rent Villa Il Faro Italy6 bedrooms · sleeps 12From £12,873 a week
Palazzo Di Marconi Italy5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £12,789 a weekWhy book your Salerno villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Villas around Salerno range from houses close to the city to clifftop properties reached by long flights of steps, and we know which suit young children, older guests and those who want to walk to a beach or a ferry. With 39 properties in Salerno, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Private boat days along the Amalfi Coast, drivers and transfers from Salerno or Naples airports, guided visits to Paestum, ceramic workshop visits in Vietri, restaurant reservations and ferry advice. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best place to stay near Salerno?
Vietri sul Mare and Raito are best for ceramics, sea views and easy access to the city. The hills near Ravello are quieter, and Amalfi and Praiano put you at the heart of the classic Amalfi Coast.
How do I get to Salerno from the UK?
Salerno Costa d'Amalfi airport has seasonal direct flights from London. Naples airport has many more flights and is around an hour away by road. Our concierge can arrange private transfers from either.
Can you visit Paestum from Salerno?
Yes. The Greek temples of Paestum are south of Salerno, an easy drive or train ride away, and the surrounding plain is known for its buffalo mozzarella. Our concierge can arrange a driver and a guide.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Salerno?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Salerno cost?
Across our 39 villas in Salerno, weekly rates typically range from £8,300 to £20,500, with the most affordable from around £4,000 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
When is the best time to visit Salerno and the Amalfi Coast?
May, June and September bring warm seas and fewer crowds than high summer. Salerno itself is good all year, and especially in winter during Luci d'Artista.
Are there villas in Salerno for large groups?
Yes. Our Salerno collection includes properties with up to 12 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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39 villas between Salerno and the Amalfi Coast, booked direct with our concierge on hand