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Relais Villarena

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  • Via Amerigo Vespucci, 13 - Massa Lubrense
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Relais Villarena
Relais Villarena
Relais Villarena
Relais Villarena

A superb position in the heart of Nerano

  1. The historic residence of the marquis of Villarena, in the center of Nerano.
  2. The flavorsome cuisine of the Amalfi Coast served in the Dolce far Niente restaurant.
  3. The view of Li Galli from the elegant apartments.
Address
Via Amerigo Vespucci, 13 - Massa Lubrense

Nerano is a tiny fishing village outside Massa Lubrense on the coast between Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast. It was here that the Marquis of Villarena established his historic residence, a lovely villa which is now Relais Villarena, where travellers to this magical coast spend an unforgettable vacation on Italy's Bay of Naples.

Your Seaside Villa

La Rotonda, Il Gallo Lungo, La Vetara, Il Brigante, L'Isca: these are the pretty Relais Villarena holiday apartments with all the comforts of home. Each apartment has a living area with a kitchenette, a breathtaking private terrace facing the sea and the romantic Li Galli islets, and direct access to the garden.
Villarena also has two annex apartments, for travellers looking for added privacy during their stay.

Relax in the Garden

The villa includes a traditional terraced garden so common along the steep coastline of the Sorrentine Peninsula. Each terrace holds a unique surprise, including the outdoor pool and hot tub, the sundeck overlooking the sea, and, for those curious to sample the local specialities, the gourmet terraces - one with a tasting room for local products and another with the restaurant tucked under the shade of the lemon grove.
In just a few minutes, guests can walk to the Nerano beach to relax at the water's edge and take a dip in the Mediterranean.

The "Dolce Far Niente" Restaurant

With the sweet scent of lemon blossoms, the view of the sea, and the excellent traditional cuisine, the villa's Dolce far Niente restaurant is the perfect spot for an unforgettable meal.
Guglielmo, your host, will help you select from the house specialties: paccheri pasta tossed with seafood, "spaghetti alla Nerano", and other traditional dishes.
Villarena is also an organic farm and guests are invited to sample the villa's own products including jams and olive oil.

"Mamma Mia" is the villa's cooking class which can be organized individually or for an entire groups at Villarena for those who want to learn how to prepare the local dishes...the hands-on lesson is followed by a meal made from what you have prepared!

Events and Weddings at Relais Villarena

The Dolce Far Niente restaurant is perfect for events and special celebrations, including weddings, receptions, and private parties. The breathtaking view over the Sorrento Peninsula, the intimate and romantic atmoshpere, are the scent of the surrounding citrus grove form the perfect backdrop for fairytale celebrations. The Relais Villarena is a popular venue for destination weddings on the Sorrento Coast.

Facilities

  • 1 swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Bar

Guest reviews

Eva S

Our “smultronställe”

5
Jun 17, 2026
We have visited Villarena for the fourth time. Again we were warmly welcomed by Guglielmo, our host. Villarena is a fantastic place on the Amalfi Coast. Beautiful garden full of lemon trees and flowers. Charming rooms and apartments. We have “our permanent” apartment. And the food - Mediterranean food in its proper sense. Organic and short travel, and often with “catch of the day” from the sea. Here is food and wine culture! We have been on hiking in the mountains, visited Marina Nerano (a walk or short bus ride down), bathed and ate lunch. We have been on unforgettable boat trips and we have celebrated friends' round days in the beautiful garden, wonderfully arranged. All along we have been warmly cared for by Guglielmo and Mariateresa. Villarena has become our “smultronställe” - we just want to come back. Thank you again to Guglielmo and Mariateresa!
Darìfra

Hospitality, history, and a lot of beauty.

5
Jun 5, 2026
Bridge of June 2nd: Four unforgettable days at Casa Simi, one of the apartments of Villarena Relais, in the small village of Nerano, with a view of Li Galli. A picturesque and convenient location to visit the Sorrento Peninsula from Marina del Cantone, to Massa Lubrense, to Sant'Agata sui due golfi, Termini, Marciano, and Sorrento... A concentration of scents, flavors, landscapes, history, sunsets, and a lot of beauty. The friendliness of the staff, the secure parking, and the well-equipped and clean house contributed to making the stay unforgettable.
Michaela K

A warmest recommendation if one wishes to celebrate an unforgettable wedding.

5
Jun 4, 2026
We spent a few days with family and friends at the Villarena, as we celebrated our daughter's wedding there. It was a wonderful celebration! Everything was perfect!
Kathryn H

shh! Don’t tell! Villarena stole our hearts

5
May 30, 2026
Villarena – Nerano Shh… don’t tell everyone—but we found the most wonderful place on the Amalfi Coast, where you truly experience its delights: the people, the culture, the lemon trees, the sea and sun… and above all, a deep respect for local produce, transformed into delicious meals and paired with beautiful wines (and, of course, limoncello). At Villarena, this isn’t just dining it’s a philosophy. Everything is rooted in the land: vegetables from their own organic garden, local cheeses, and carefully chosen wines, all celebrating authentic, seasonal flavours. Guglielmo, Mariateresa, and the whole team wrapped their arms around us from the moment we booked to the very sad day we had to leave. You don’t feel like a guest here you feel part of something personal, something shared. This was our second visit to Villarena, and returning felt like coming home. Just as magical as the first if not more so.

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Nerano is a tiny little coastal village between the historic seaside town of Sorrento and the legendary Amalfi Coast. Relais Villarena is the perfect place in which to enjoy a relaxing vacation by the sea and a great base from where to explore the treasures of Italy's Campania region: situated within easy reach of the towns of Positano, Amalfi and Ravello, the archeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, the city of Naples, and the Island of Capri.

Via Amerigo Vespucci, 13 - Massa Lubrense

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