The Best Luxury Hotels
in Santa Margherita Ligure

Historic. Charming. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. 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

Charming. Hip. Superb breakfast. Popular among women. 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

Highly elegant. Historic property. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. 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

Luxury Hotel. Located in the Bay of Paraggi, 1 km away from Portofino, the Eight Hotel Paraggi offers contemporary rooms with air conditioning and satellite TV. The beachside restaurant serves Ligurian, classic Italian and international dishes. The Paraggi Eight Hotel has a small private beach equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas. Guests can enjoy a drink in the ultra-modern bar and lounge. Rooms at the hotel are newly refurbished decorated in neutral colours. Some have a balcony and views across the bay. Eight Hotel Paraggi is located on Italy's Ligurian Riviera, 4 km from Santa Margherita Ligure Train Station, and 30 minutes' drive from the Cinque Terre National Park. Show full description

Delightful property. Charming. Good breakfast. Popular among women. Overlooking the Ligurian Sea, the Metropole is set at the beginning of Santa Margherita Ligure's seaside promenade. It offers a large park with outdoor swimming pool, a private beach, and a modern wellness centre with a heated salt water pool. Wi-Fi is free. Rooms at Hotel Metropole are divided between the main building and Villa Porticciolo. Each features a satellite TV and air conditioning, and some come with a private balcony or terrace. The hotel features a fitness room and a wellness centre with Turkish bath, Finnish sauna and a indoor pool. You can treat yourself to a relaxing massage or a rejuvenating beauty treatment. Access to the beach is free and includes use of two deckchairs and a parasol per room. A hot breakfast buffet is served daily, and includes sweet and savoury food and sparkling wine. The garden-view restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and specialises in regional, Italian and international dishes. Show full description

Great location. Great views. Popular among women and couples. Located directly on the seafront in Santa Margherita Ligure, Hotel Helios offers a private beach, a regional restaurant, and professional service. Rooms come with a 26-inch LCD TV and free WiFi. Most have views of the Ligurian Sea. The comfortable bar serves international drinks and cocktails, and the restaurant's veranda overlooks the sea. Breakfast is served daily, and includes organic and gluten-free food. The beach features a pool with sea water. Hotel Helios features classically decorated rooms. Most feature a balcony or terrace. Show full description

Beautiful. Charming. Great views. Overlooking the Bay of Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino Promontory, Hotel Continental is surrounded by a landscaped garden leading to the beach. It features a fitness and wellness centre, and 2 restaurants. Continental Hotel's rooms are all equipped with free Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Some rooms have a private balcony with views of the garden or the sea. The restaurant with panoramic sea-view terrace serves buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. Between May until October the small restaurant on the beach offers fresh fish, pasta, and salads. The Continental offers free use of the gym. The wellness centre includes a sauna, caldarium, and massage rooms. The hotel features both an indoor garage and a private outdoor parking. Show full description

Historic. Rooftop pool. Comfortable beds. The 4-star Hotel Laurin offers a large terrace with pool and panoramic views of the Ligurian Sea. It is located directly on the sea, in Santa Margherita Ligure. Rooms, located on the first, second and third floor, feature an elegant atmosphere thanks to wooden furniture and mostly wooden floors. Each one comes with air conditioning, a minibar and satellite TV. Almost all rooms have a balcony overlooking the sea. Hotel Laurin features a well equipped fitness centre. Other services include a 24-hour reception and free Wi-Fi access throughout. At breakfast, you can enjoy a varied selection of homemade cakes and local pastries. The hotel’s Da Alfredo restaurant specializes in fresh fish and Ligurian dishes. This hotel is a 10-minute walk from Santa Maria Ligure Train Station. The famous seaside resort of Portofino is a 5-minute drive away. Show full description

B&B Hotels Park Hotel Suisse Santa Margherita Ligure overlooks the Gulf of Tigullio and is 150 metres from the harbour in Santa Margherita Ligure. It features a freeform swimming pool with seawater. Wi-Fi is free throughout. Rooms overlook the Mediterranean Sea or the green landscape. They have basic 1960s décor, simple furnishings and pastel colours. They also offer air conditioning and satellite TV. Staff at the 24-hour reception can organise diving and sailing courses. Guests can relax on the sea-view terrace with sun loungers and parasols. Suisse Park Hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from Circolo Golf e Tennis Rapallo. Santa Margherita Train Station is 1 km away, while the A12 Motorway is 6 km away. Show full description

Set in a 19th-century building, completely renovated, Mediterraneo Emotional Hotel & Spa is located in Santa Margherita Ligure, 250 metres from the sea and 800 metres from the private beach. Guests can also enjoy beautiful views from the terraces overlooking the garden. With free WiFi and air conditioning, the classic-style rooms all come with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a minibar. Each has a private bathroom with bath or shower, hairdryer and free toiletries. International breakfast is served daily and includes sweet and savoury items. At the restaurant guests can taste both Ligurian and international specialities. At the Mediterraneo you will also find an on-site wellness facilities including a spa with indoor pool, hot tub, steam room, Kneipp path and 2 relaxation area with herbal infusions. Beauty treatments and massages are also available upon request, at extra charge. A bus stop with links to Portofino and Genoa is a 5-minute walk away. Santa Margherita Ligure Train Station is 550 metres from Mediterraneo Emotional Hotel & Spa. Show full description

Regina Elena Dependance is located 500 metres from the centre of Santa Margherita Ligure, facing the seaside. It offers simple, air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen satellite TV. The Dependance is the annex building of the Hotel Regina Elena, set just 20 metres away. Guests are entitled to use the facilities in both premises, including the swimming pool and sun terrace. All rooms are equipped with cool tiled floors, a tea/coffee maker, and a minibar. Some rooms also offer a lateral sea view. The on-site restaurant serves Italian cuisine, specialising in seafood and regional foods. The buffet breakfast is served on the veranda overlooking the sea. The property is a 5-minute drive from Santa Margherita Ligure Train Station, for connections to the Cinque Terre. The popular town of Portofino is just 4 km away. Show full description

Opened June 2021. Located in Santa Margherita Ligure, 300 metres from Santa Margherita Ligure Beach, Hotel Villa Alberti Portofino Land provides accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and organising tours for guests. All units at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. Selected rooms include a kitchen with a fridge and a stovetop. All rooms include a desk. Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and Italian options. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire is available at Hotel Villa Alberti Portofino Land. Speaking German, English, French and Italian at the 24-hour front desk, staff are ready to help around the clock. Bagni Rosa Beach is less than 1 km from the accommodation, while Spiaggia Minaglia is a 14-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Genoa Cristoforo Colombo, 43 km from Hotel Villa Alberti Portofino Land, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

Trendy. Stylish. Comfortable beds. Popular among women. Situated in a central position between portofino and rapallo, only 100 metres from the sea in a quiet and peaceful atmosphere, the hotel offers an enchanting atmosphere for a truly relaxing break. Show full description

This property offers a Special Protection Program, a strict program of precise safeguards dedicated to our guests and our staff. Best Western Regina Elena features a rooftop pool and hot tub with views of the Ligurian Coast. It is located in Santa Margherita and has lush gardens leading to a private beach. Regina Elena’s restaurant specialises in regional dishes and seafood, and breakfast is served on the sea-view terrace. In summer the beachside restaurant offers light lunches and snacks. Rooms at the Regina Elena Hotel come with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and a minibar. Some have panoramic sea views from the balcony. Sports lovers will appreciate the hotel’s gym. Diving, snorkelling and fishing are also available from the beach. Portofino is 4 km from the hotel, along a scenic coastal path. Santa Margherita Train Station is 1.7 km away. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Santa Margherita Palace is a boutique hotel featuring luxurious modern rooms, equipped with a large LCD TV. Located in Santa Margherita Ligure 100 metres from the train station, it offers free WiFi. Portofino is 5 km away. The rooms and suites at Hotel Santa Margherita Palace are decorated with designer contemporary furniture and offer a minibar and satellite TV. Self-catering apartments are also available in separate buildings within 850 metres of the hotel. Guests can relax in the hotel’s lounge bar. A wellness area is also available, and beauty treatments and massages can be booked. Show full description