has anyone stayed at either the villa flora or punta regina in positano? thanks.

No, but I loved 3* Casa Albertina. Great hotel and location. Staff was outstanding.

Covo di Saraceni was a delight. It used to be a 4-star, but was upgraded to a 5-star recently. <BR><BR>Very romantic and cozy. <BR><BR>http://www.travel-italy.com/hotels/h..._saraceni.html

We loved the Villa Rosa; beautiful view of sea and mountains from our private terrace, where we were served breakfast(inc.) each morning. Right across the street from the famous/expensive Le Sirenuse, and less than $100 last late May. Many steps to climb to access, tho; perhaps why it is so inexpensive. On the upper side of the "cliff"!

Casa Albertina is my suggestion, too.<BR>Ciao.

Here is another vote for Casa Albertina.<BR>Stayed there in May and it was lovely.<BR>In perfect place for walking into town--down the "shopping roa". Very close to the steps, but have to admit, we never did them.<BR>Enjoy!