In short, this hotel was PERFECT! This was our first time to the Amalfi Coast so was not sure where to stay, but we are so glad we ended up in Praiano - and even the side of town we stayed in. Praiano was the perfect hub for visiting other key location on the Amalfi Coast - Positano, Amalfi (& Ravello) with a maximum 30 minute bus journey.
The town of Praiano has some of the best (if not THE best) views of the coast, overlooking Positano all along to Capri. Our hotel was however along the coast to not have this view, but was next to a lovely cove beach (pebble not sand), which was the only beach on Praiano. This meant we had access within 5min walk to the sea and the boat trips, whilst only being a 20 minutes walk from the best views with evening sunsets for a meal at a number of restaurants.
Back to the Maresca Hotel specifics. Communications before we travelled was excellent, providing details of best ways to get there, best things to do, and best ways of navigating the coast (essential piece of knowledge). When we arrive, before designated check in time, we were warmly greeted by Salvatore and offered refreshments whilst paperwork was sorted. We got these on the tables overlooking the water - beautiful. Salvatore gave us info on buses, key locations, key contact details and every day greeted us a smile and asked if we needed anything.
The breakfast was amazing - mainly continental and the omelettes were amazing. The room was also very lovely.