Best Luxury Hotels in Rapallo

Perched on the Italian Riviera in the Liguria region, between Portofino and Chiavari, Rapallo enjoys a gorgeous location. It also has a long history dating back to the pre-medieval era and one of the few sandy beaches to be found on the country’s east coast. A popular pilgrimage site, many come here to visit the high Sanctuary of Our Lady of Montallegro; others to climb the same hill and admire the sea views — there’s a cable car if you’d rather glide to the top in seconds. Book a stay in Rapallo and enjoy la Dolce Vita awhile.

Liguria, Rapallo

Grand Hotel Bristol Resort & Spa

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 80 rooms and suites in classic Ligurian style, from Prestige and Deluxe sea-front rooms to Portofino-facing panoramic two-bedroom suites
Amenities Le Cupole and Bistrot La Veranda restaurants, Lounge Bar, beach-club dining, 2,000 sqm ERRE SPA with sauna and Turkish bath, indoor pool and panoramic outdoor pool, private Marina di Bardi Beach Club
More Panoramic hillside setting above the Gulf of Tigullio, overlooking the Portofino promontory

Named Best Luxury Destination Hotel by the World Luxury Awards in 2022, this Grande Dame is set in a turn-of-the-20th-century building with views of the Gulf of Tigullio. 80 bedrooms and suites have features such as picture windows, wrought-iron balconies and jacuzzi baths. The Erre Spa offers multisensory wellness paths, with treatments using Esthederm and 5 monde products. And guests can experience Ligurian cuisine in the romantic Le Cupole Restaurant on the rooftop and at La Veranda Bistrot, while drinks are served at the Vie della Seta Bar and at the poolside bar.

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Liguria, Rapallo

Excelsior Palace Hotel

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms Rooms and suites, many sea-facing above the twin infinity pools
Amenities Lord Byron and beachfront Eden Roc restaurants, Yachting Bar and poolside Sporting Bar, spa, sea-view Fitness Club, two seafront infinity pools, private Beach Club
More On the San Michele di Pagana promontory between the bays of Rapallo and Portofino

The Excelsior Palace Hotel Apollo is the exclusive 5-star getaway on Portofino Coast and is located 2km from Santa Margherita Ligure. The hotel offers spectacular views of the Bay of Rapallo and the Coast of Portofino. The guestrooms are luxurious and elegantly designed with a choice of spacious rooms and suites including the exquisite Presidential Suite – this accommodation option includes an expansive terrace with a deluxe jacuzzi. Fine dining is on offer at the Restaurant Lord Byron and Restaurant Eden Roc where guests can opt to dine alfresco and enjoy the Mediterranean air. The Yachting Bar is open all year round while the seasonal Sporting Bar also offers ambience and a mixture of tasty tipples. Guests can enjoy the relaxing Beauty & Wellness Club including a range of treatments. Excelsior Palace Hotel Apollo is also the perfect venue for hosting any event from an intimate business event to a grand wedding celebration.

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