Hotel Palazzo Murat is in Positano’s centre, 250 metres from the beach. Set in an elegant 18th-century building, it is surrounded by landscaped gardens and enjoys panoramic views of the village. Most of the spacious rooms overlook the sea, the garden, or the perched town. All air conditioned and non-smoking, they offer flat-screen satellite TV and a balcony. Wi-Fi is free in public areas. A breakfast buffet is served every morning in the garden-view courtyard, and includes homemade pastries. Al Palazzo restaurant offers local specialities on a veranda surrounded by centuries-old citrus trees. During the summer, Palazzo Murat provides a boat for tours along the Amalfi Coast. Friendly staff at the 24-hour reception can also offer free beach towels.