The Best Central
Luxury Hotels in Liguria

Nice style. Cool. Cosy rooms. Villa Riviera Resort is a widespread hotel that combines the highest international standards with the atmosphere of the Ligurian Riviera and typical Italian hospitality. Two ancient villas surrounded by a 15,000 square meter park, 15 rooms with attention to every detail, two restaurants, an "outdoor" spa set among the olive trees and ancient stone remains and an infinity pool overlooking the entire gulf. The property is set a 10-minute drive from the centre of Lavagna and provides rooms with free WiFi. Featuring a 24-hour front desk, this property also welcomes guests with a restaurant, a seasonal outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests can have a cocktail at the bar. At the hotel, each room is fitted with a desk. Each room includes a private bathroom. At Villa Rivera Boutique Hotel, rooms come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Villa Rivera Boutique Resort is 10 km from Sestri Levanti and 29 km from Portofino. Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport is 56 km away. Show full description

Highly elegant. Stylish. Grand Hotel Miramare overlooks the Gulf of Tigullio at Santa Margherita Ligure. You will find a sun terrace and a salt water swimming pool in the tropical garden. With free WiFi, rooms at the Miramare are elegantly furnished and have views of the sea or the park. All are equipped with air conditioning, a satellite TV and a minibar with free soft drinks. In the summer months, you can relax by the pool, equipped with sun loungers, umbrellas and free towels. Meanwhile, the wellness centre provides beauty treatments, massages, and a relax area. The Vistamare restaurant serves classic Ligurian dishes in the sea view dining room, or out on the terrace. After a day visiting the Cinque Terre, a 30-minute away, guests can choose from the Miramare's 2 bars. Show full description

Friendly staff. Splendido Mare, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino is located in Portofino Piazzetta Square. Free WiFi is available throughout. All air-conditioned, rooms come with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Some rooms feature a balcony with sea views. DaV Mare is the hotel's casual fine dining restaurant in partnership with the Cerea family. Located in the heart of the famous Piazzetta, it's the perfect place to savour a menu that celebrates the bounty of the surrounding bay and re-interprets regional specialities, such as lean capon. Guests have also access to facilities of the Belmond Hotel Splendido, located on a verdant hillside, which include a free outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre with sauna, and a wellness centre. A free complimentary shuttle connects the property with Belmond Hotel Splendido. Transport to Genoa Airport, Rapallo Railway Station, and Santa Margherita Railway Station can be organised on request. Show full description

Opened May 2023. Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites is located in the centre of Genoa, within walking distance of Palazzo Reale, Palazzo Ducale and Via Garibaldi. With free WiFi, this 5-star Luxury hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites offers 5-star Luxury accommodation with a sauna. The property is in front of the Old Port of Genoa. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Each room has a kettle, while selected rooms are fitted with a balcony and others also offer sea views. Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and Italian options. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Gallery of the White Palace, Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Doria Tursi. The nearest airport is Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, 10 km from Hotel Palazzo Durazzo Suites. Show full description

Popular among business travellers. Featuring panoramic views of Portofino Bay, Excelsior Palace is a luxury 5-star hotel offering 2 restaurants, sun terraces and spacious rooms, many with sea views. Breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner are served at the on-site Lord Byron restaurant, overlooking Tigullio Gulf. The private bathroom includes luxurious bathrobes and slippers. The à-la-carte Eden Roc restaurant is at the private beach, open in summer for both lunch and dinner. Featuring free WiFi, rooms at the Excelsior Palace come with air conditioning and satellite TVs. The wellness centre features a gym with sea view. Guests can treat themselves to a massage or beauty treatment. On-site facilities also include 2 snack bars. From June to September, guests can also access a private beach with 2 infinity pools. Portofino is 7 km from the hotel, reached along the scenic SP227 coast road. Rapallo Station is a 5-minute taxi ride away. Show full description

Great value. Great restaurant. With panoramic views of the Gulf of Tigullio, Grand Hotel Bristol offers a large outdoor pool and a wellness centre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Air-conditioned rooms come with satellite TV, 1.5 km from Rapallo town centre. Opened in 1908, the Grand Hotel Bristol Spa Resort, by R Collection Hotels offers classic style rooms with a fully equipped private bathroom. Some rooms feature a small balcony and views of the Mediterranean Sea. Breakfast is buffet style, with pastries, cereals and yoghurt. The hotel's 2 restaurants serve traditional Ligurian cuisine for dinner. One boasts a beautiful terrace. The freshwater pool features a sun deck and bar. At the spa, guests can relax in the spa pool, sauna and Turkish bath. Massages can be booked for an additional charge. Zoagli Beach is 3 km from the hotel, and it is a 15-minute drive to fashionable seaside towns of Paraggi and Portofino. Show full description

An elegant, 19th-century villa, lush gardens, a private beach, and a spectacular view across the bay, these are just some of the reasons to choose Imperiale Palace Hotel. Once the residence of a noble family, this impressive villa has now been turned into a luxury hotel. It has a panoramic location in Santa Margherita Ligure, 5 km from Portofino and 3 km from Rapallo. Your room comes with air conditioning and Satellite TV, and some have a beautiful sea view. Throughout the summer you can relax on the private beach or at the sea-water pool with sunbathing terrace. You will also find a fitness centre, which includes a Turkish bath and a massage room. The Imperiale Palace features modern conference facilities with a maximum capacity of 200. The restaurant with sea-view terrace provides a special setting for a candlelit meal. In summer, lunch is served on the beach in the form of a rich buffet of local specialities and fresh fish. Show full description

Great location. Great views. Set on Portovenere's seafront, this hotel features a terrace overlooking the small port and Palmaria Island. Set in a 17th-century monastery, it is a few steps from the town centre. The air-conditioned rooms include free WiFi, LED TV with free Sky channels and minibar, some offer sea views. The private bathroom includes a bath or shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed on the panoramic terrace. The restaurant serves fresh fish and specialities from the Cinque Terre. Private boat tours can be arranged on request. Show full description

Trendy. Elegant. Set in over 16000 m² of tropical gardens, this luxury hotel is set on the seafront promenade, a 5-minute walk from Sanremo Casino. It features a modern spa and outdoor pool with large sun terrace. From June to September, guests can enjoy a paid partner beach opposite the hotel, which includes changing huts, sun loungers and parasols. Guests can relax year-round in the wellness centre with sauna, hot tub and Turkish bath. There is also a gym and tennis court for an active holiday. Rooms at the Royal Hotel combine antique furniture with modern amenities such as air conditioning, satellite TV and a minibar. All rooms feature a marble bathroom with a bathrobe and slippers and some have a sea view. A buffet breakfast is served each morning while Fiori di Murano restaurant offers fine Italian cuisine and park and sea views. During summer, you also have the Corallina poolside bar and restaurant, plus a gourmet restaurant, Il Giardino, for a candlelit dinner on the terrace. Show full description

Great views. Rooftop bar. Overlooking Baia del Silenzio bay, Hotel Helvetia is 20 metres from both private and public beaches. It features 1 pools with hydromassage jets, 1 heated pool and a rooftop sun terrace, all with panoramic views of the Ligurian Riviera. This 4-star hotel offers elegant rooms and junior suites with sea or garden views, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Each includes a flat-screen TV with satellite and pay-per-view channels, and a private bathroom with toiletries. You will be served a sweet and savoury breakfast daily in a dedicated room, or out on the terrace facing the sea in summer. Helvetia Hotel provides a free bike rental service, ideal for exploring the surrounding town of Sestri Levante. During winter, the outdoor pools are heated to guarantee a relaxing dip all year round. Sestri Levante Train Station is a 10-minute walk from the property, and links to the Cinque Terre territory and Portofino. La Spezia and Genoa are within 40 minutes by car. Show full description

Creative. Great location. Opened February 2022. Facing the beachfront, Hotel Windsor offers 4-star accommodation in Laigueglia and has a fitness centre, terrace and restaurant. A few steps from Laigueglia Beach and 1.6 km from Alassio beach, the property offers a private beach area, as well as a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. The rooms have air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Hotel Windsor have a balcony. All rooms will provide guests with a minibar. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Laigueglia, like hiking and cycling. Villa Nobel is 50 km from Hotel Windsor, while Alassio tourist's port is 5.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, 91 km from the hotel. Show full description

Super central. Cool. Comfortable beds. The Bristol Palace features an impressive elliptical staircase, leading to its elegant rooms. This historic building is in central Genoa, 100 metres from Piazza De Ferrari. The large bathroom is equipped with bath or shower and comes with luxury toiletries. The classic style rooms feature antique furniture, and are soundproofed and air conditioned. Each offers free WiFi and a TV with a selection of free Sky and international channels. A turndown service is provided daily. The Palace has an elegant restaurant and a coffee shop. Breakfast is a varied American buffet with a selection of gluten-free foods. Business facilities are available at the property, including 9 meeting rooms. A private garage is available at extra charge and a valet service is at guests' disposal. Genoa's Aquarium and harbour area are a 15-minute walk away. Show full description

Elegant. Creative. Great views. La Meridiana is next door to Garlenda's 18-hole golf course designed by architect John Harris in 1960. The property has a large garden and a rock pool with hydromassage. Parking is free. La Meridiana Hotel & Golf Resort is surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. The rooms have views of the garden, the vineyards, or the pool. Each room comes with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Most have a private patio or balcony. Restaurant The Rosmarino is elegant and refined, and serves modern versions of traditional Mediterranean dishes. Bistrot de la Meridiana offers a casual atmosphere, with candlelight outdoor dining in the summer. Show full description

Central. Great location. Friendly staff. Featuring a spa, the Astoria is a family-run 4-star hotel at the start of Rapallo's seaside promenade. An Art Nouveau villa, it offers free Wi-Fi and elegant rooms with air conditioning and satellite TV. Most rooms overlook the Tigullio Gulf. All rooms feature classic furnishings and a minibar. The rooms on the 1st floor offer a large, furnished terrace with sea views. Breakfast is a sweet and savoury buffet and it is available from 07:30 until 10:00. The wellness area comes with a hot tub, two saunas, a chromoterapy shower and relaxation area with herbal tea. Massages are available on request. Guests of Hotel Astoria enjoy special rates at nearby restaurants, private beaches. Discounted green fees are available at Rapallo's 18-hole golf course, located a 5-minute drive away. Show full description

Great value. This 5-star design hotel is set in a quiet tree-lined boulevard in a residential area in the heart of Genoa, a 10-minute walk from the main shopping street XX Settembre and city centre. Guests can reserve the services of the wellness centre with an indoor swimming pool, gym, Turkish bath and hot tub. With free WiFi, all the rooms are elegantly designed and come with modern amenities such as LCD satellite TV, minibar and work area. Each one has oak parquet floors, a private bathroom and safe. A buffet breakfast with sweet and savoury food and gluten-free items is served daily at the Blue Lounge & Restaurant. Open also at lunch and dinner, it serves innovative Ligurian and international cuisine and a wide choice of wines. The Blue Lounge & Terrace hosts aperitifs with DJ set, Sunday brunches and special dinners. Just 600 metres from the Fiera di Genova exhibition centre, the hotel is 5 minutes' walk from the Renaissance church of Santa Maria Assunta. Carlo Felice Theatre is just 10 minutes away on foot. Tickets for the Aquarium of Genoa, which is a 15-minute walk away. Show full description

Comfortable beds. Great restaurant. Offering free access to a free private beach, spa and fitness centre, this 5-star hotel is located in Alassio's centre. Grand Hotel Alassio features air-conditioned rooms with panoramic views. The modern rooms at Grand Hotel Alassio come with free WiFi, a flat-screen TV and private bathroom with bathrobe and slippers. Some rooms have sea views. Guests enjoy free access to the wellness centre, which includes a spa with herbal bath, a Turkish bath, and an ice fountain. An indoor pool with thalassotherapy is also available as well as lots of beauty treatments. Grand Hotel Alassio’s restaurant serves Italian cuisine and Ligurian specialities. The Bar offers brunch and appetizers every day. The famous Côte d'Azur is a 40-minute drive away. The hotel is 15 minutes’ drive from the A10 motorway, linking with Savona and Imperia. Show full description

Hip. Creative. Superb breakfast. A 5-minute walk from Santa Margherita Ligure beach, Hotel Blu di Te features vintage interiors and pieces of décor. Free WiFi, swimming pool and turkish bath are available. Rooms are individually furnished and are all air conditioned. The private bathroom includes a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. Every morning guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Blu di Te is 1 km from Santa Margherita Ligure Train Station. Portofino is 15 minutes' drive away. Show full description

Great restaurant. Rooftop pool. Featuring a free private beach, pool and sea-view restaurant, Hotel Cenobio Dei Dogi is set in Camogli. It offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms and free Wi-Fi throughout. The private bathroom has a hairdryer and luxury toiletries. Elegant rooms at the Cenobio come with wooden floors and satellite flat-screen TV. Breakfast at Cenobio Dei Dogi is buffet style. La Playa restaurant with terrace serves top quality Italian cuisine and fresh fish. A bar is also available. Hiking paths start right outside the property, and Camogli Station is 10 minutes' walk away, with train links to the Cinque Terre National Park, as well as Pisa and Genoa. Show full description

Very central. Elegant. Very clean. Offering a free wellness centre, and a panoramic terrace with large, outdoor hydromassage pool, Park Hotel Argento is 800 metres from Levanto Train Station. The Cinque Terre villages are a short train ride away. Rooms are bright and minimalist, and equipped with cool tiled floors and simple furnishings. Each room comes with air conditioning, a satellite TV, and free internet access. Some have a private balcony. The restaurant offers a varied buffet at breakfast, and an à la carte menu including a large choice of Ligurian specialties for dinner. Argento Park Hotel also features a bar. The wellness centre is complete with a sauna, Turkish bath, and a relaxation area. Massages are also available. The hotel offers free outdoor parking. The beach is a 10-minute walk away, down the hill. Show full description

Central. Great breakfast. Cosy rooms. Opened April 2021. Facing the beachfront, Sublimis Boutique Hotel Adults-Only offers 4-star accommodation in Camogli and features a terrace, restaurant and bar. The property is located 26 km from Casa Carbone, 29 km from University of Genoa and 30 km from Aquarium of Genoa. The hotel has a hot tub, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All units include a wardrobe. Speaking German, English, French and Italian at the reception, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Popular points of interest near Sublimis Boutique Hotel Adults-Only include Camogli Beach, Spiaggia dei Genovesi and Recco Spiaggia Libera. The nearest airport is Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, 38 km from the accommodation. Show full description