Hotels in Positano and Capri have private speed boats that can take you directly to Capri. And if you’re in the mood to indulge yourself to some luxury, board the boat; that way, you can dive into the waters of Capri as soon as you arrive while the hotel bothers with your luggage to your room.
Beyond the Hotel San Pietro, however, I wouldn’t recommend any other restaurants in Positano. Even if you fail to find accommodation at the San Pietro, enjoying a meal is a must, especially the risotto or macaroni with seafood, grilled fish, and a light dessert. Soon, though, it’s time to move on again. As you head for Capri, plan to stay at least four nights.
L’OLIVO & IL RICCIO
Hotel Capri Palace has a two-star restaurant called L’Olivo, which is a great choice for breakfasts and dinners. They serve phenomenal wine, including some top Italians. The best thing about the hotel is that it is located at the highest point of the island, giving it panoramic views. Luckily, however, it takes just five minutes to get to the Capri Palace’s beach club, Il Riccio (“sea urchin”), with transport provided by the hotel. As a hotel guest, a sunbed and umbrella will automatically be reserved for your use – which is a good thing, given that many people come from outside the hotel for a swim and the fare on offer.
Il Riccio’s food is sea heavy – in fact, it’s the only thing on the menu other than freshly made pastas. By all means, eat lunch here, but I suggest you avoid filling up on food too much during the day, lest you lose your appetite for dinner at L’Olivo. Il Riccio has a chamber of sin – a room full of delicious chocolates and desserts. The chamber of sin also serves fruit, but when you see the desserts, you can’t possibly think about anything else. Entry costs a little, but it’s up to you as to how to exit: The price of admission gives you a chance to dig into anything and everything, so you should bear in mind the potential for weight gain if you’re under the impression that you have to eat everything just because you paid for it.
AURORA
While L’Olivo and Il Riccio are perfect for dinner, you should set aside at least one evening for an evening at Aurora in town, where they have the lightest pizza I have ever sampled, a dish known as “water pizza.” Sit outside and engage in a bit of people-watching at this lively place, which is run by a mother and her daughter. The daughter’s name is Mia while the mother, naturally, is Mamma, giving us – you guessed it – “Mamma Mia!” They have a nice selection of Ornellaias and Solaias to match your food.