Marina Piccola Travel Guide

Capri

Marina Piccola showing a pebble beach and a luxury hotel or resort
Marina Piccola
Marina Piccola
Marina Piccola featuring general coastal views
Marina Piccola showing rocky coastline, tropical scenes and caves

This beautiful bay sits at the base of Capri’s tallest peak and has impressive sea views and some of the island’s best beaches. 

Enjoy a lazy day of tanning and swimming at Marina Piccola, one of Capri’s most popular spots. This small, picturesque bay on the south side of the island is directly opposite the Faraglioni Rocks, which are three large limestone stacks that rise out of the sea within a few feet of the shoreline.

Sunbathe on the bay’s rocky outcrop called Siren’s Rock. According to Greek mythology this is the place where the mermaid-like creatures attempted to seduce Ulysses with their music. Take the steps leading down from the rocks to the sea and swim in the clear water.

Marina Piccola is one of the sunniest spots on the island and is flanked by a steep rock wall that shelters it from the wind. Consequently, the water here is warm for most of the year, even in winter.

Stretch out on the two free public beaches either side of the rock. There are also bathing establishments where you can buy refreshments and rent deck chairs and sun loungers.

During summer take a boat ride from the small landing wharf over to the Faraglioni Rocks. Make sure you bring a camera with you for close-up shots of the huge rock formations. Ask your driver to take you through the arched cavity of the middle stack.

On your return to the bay savour some refreshments at one of the waterside bars or restaurants.

Marina Piccola is loved for its views, clear water and mythological significance. In the peak tourist season the crowds arrive early in the day. Get there by mid-morning at the latest to secure a decent space on the beaches or rocky platform.

The bay is a short walk from the centre of the island along Via Krupp. The road starts beneath the flower-decked terraces of the Gardens of Augustus. If you don’t want to walk, you can catch a bus that stops in the plaza close to the Church of Sant'Andrea. From there, take the short flight of steps that leads to the beach.


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Top hotels in Marina Piccola

Hotel Weber Ambassador
Hotel Weber Ambassador
4 out of 5
Via Marina Piccola 118, Capri, NA
The price is £161 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
£161
25 Jun - 26 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Capri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (993 reviews)
"Excellent stay"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025

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Hotel della Piccola Marina
Hotel della Piccola Marina
4 out of 5
Via Mulo 14 -16, Capri, NA
The price is £397 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
£397
25 Jun - 26 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Capri. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (680 reviews)
"Great staff and location"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

Hotel della Piccola Marina
Hotel Royal Positano
Hotel Royal Positano
4 out of 5
Via Pasitea, 344, Positano, SA
The price is £272 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£272
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Positano. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (740 reviews)
Ideal base
"Girly holiday 😎😎😎 stay in resort as a base while visiting the Amficoast"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Hotel Royal Positano
Majestic Palace Hotel
Majestic Palace Hotel
4 out of 5
Corso Marion Crawford 40, Sant'Agnello, NA
The price is £195 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
£195
24 Jun - 25 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sant'Agnello. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (307 reviews)
"We turned up at the hotel with short notice and the staff made us so welcome. We loved the 3 nights that we stayed there. 5 star plus. Highly recommend to anyone who is looking for lovely place to stay in Sorrento. Steve & Boo"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Majestic Palace Hotel
Hotel Savoia
Hotel Savoia
4 out of 5
Via Cristoforo Colombo 73, Positano, SA
The price is £270 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
£270
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Positano. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (870 reviews)
"Amazing hotel with a great, helpful staff. The location is perfect and walkable for all the main attractions in Positano. Would highly recommend to anyone staying in Positano."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

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Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast
Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast
4 out of 5
SS 145 Sorrentina Km 12.4, Castellammare di Stabia, NA
The price is £110 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£110
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Castellammare di Stabia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (530 reviews)
"the property is not near anything, very nice property with large rooms, would have been better if warm enough to use outdoor areas which looked very nice, spa and gym have limited hours, staff is very pleasant, the bar had a welcoming vibe, the breakfast has many options, overall it was nice but ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

Towers Hotel Stabiae Sorrento Coast
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Other neighbourhoods around Marina Piccola

Marina Grande showing boating, a coastal town and general coastal views

Marina Grande

Travellers come to Marina Grande for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marina Grande and Marina Grande Beach while you're in town.

Marina Grande
Capri showing boating, general coastal views and a coastal town

Capri Town

If you're spending some time in Capri Town, Piazza Umberto I and Gardens of Augustus are top sights worth seeing.

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Matermania

While visiting Matermania, you might make a stop by sights like Arco Naturale and Grotta di Matromania.

Matermania
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Tiberio

If you're spending some time in Tiberio, Capridream and Villa of Tiberius are top sights worth seeing.

Tiberio

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