Curated luxury hotels in Italian Riviera

Set upon the Sestri Levante Peninsula, overlooking a wonderful park overlooking the sea, Grand Hotel Dei Castelli offers panoramic views in a quiet and privileged position.

Forget the hustle and bustle of city life and embrace a fascinating blend of history and art, in the perfect environment of the area's natural beauty. In the park is present a 1 KM ring walking trail.

You can easily reach the town centre, the promenade and the harbour by a private lift from the Grand Hotel Dei Castelli, or you can simply relax in the impressive premises, set in a former castle.

The panoramic solarium is ideal to relax, enjoying the sounds of the sea and the perfumes of the surrounding vegetation. It is a privileged spot for watching romantic sunsets on the Gulf of Tigullio.

On the enchanting terraces of the castle of you will find the delightful Restaurant dei Castelli. Sample excellent international and local dishes, with sea-food specialities. The panoramic American bar is ideal for a relaxing break.

From mid May to mid September, guests can also enjoy a pool and private beach with sandy and rocky areas, at an additional cost.

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.

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.

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.

Elegant rooms at the Cenobio come with wooden floors and satellite flat-screen TV. The private bathroom has a hairdryer and luxury toiletries.

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.

With a stay at Hotel Piccolo Portofino, you'll be centrally located in Portofino, just a 4-minute walk from Portofino Marina and 5 minutes by foot from Church of St. Martin. This hotel is 9.7 mi (15.7 km) from Camogli Beach and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Castello Brown.

When you stay at Ai Pozzi Village Resort & SPA in Loano, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Marina di Loano and Pasticceria Bar Carrubba. This beach hotel is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Varigotti Beach and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Spiaggia libera.

A stay at Aregai Marina Hotel & Residence places you in the heart of Santo Stefano al Mare, steps from Porto Marina Aregai and 14 minutes by foot from Chiesa di Santo Stefano. This beach hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Nautilus TDC and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Arma di Taggia Beach.

A stay at Felicin - Villa Stella places you in the heart of Monforte d'Alba, within a 5-minute drive of Cascina Sot and Elio Grasso Winery. This family-friendly hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Vineyard Landscape of Piedmont: Langhe-Roero and Monferrato and 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Marziano Abbona.

Occupying a privileged position with a magnificent view on the Gulf of Diano Marina, the hotel is situated directly on the beach and within easy reach of the city centre.

A hotel with great tradition, the property has been in the Zago family since 1950 and has been updated over the years to offer all modern comforts.

In your spare time you can completely relax by taking advantage of the hotel's outdoor sea-water pool with hydromassage corner, and the indoor relaxation area.

Beach service and use of Hotel Bellevue et Mediterranée's wellness facilities and pool all come included in your room rate.

With a stay at Hotel Miramare, you'll be centrally located in Rapallo, within a 10-minute drive of Portofino Marina and Rapallo Castle. This golf hotel is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Camogli Beach and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Basilica of Sts. Gervasius and Protasius.

When you stay at Serravalle Golf Hotel in Serravalle Scrivia, you'll be connected to a shopping centre, within a 15-minute walk of Serravalle Designer Outlet and Serravalle Golf Club. This golf hotel is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Forno dell'Antica Ricetta and 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Abbazia di Santa Maria.

Located in Chiavari, Grand Hotel Torre Fara is by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Chiavari Beach and Bay of Silence. This beach hotel is 7.5 mi (12 km) from Rapallo Castle and 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from San Michele di Pagana Beach.

Hotel Arc en Ciel is situated directly on the sea front, with a spectacular view of the bay of Diano Marina. It is surrounded by pines and palm trees. The air-conditioned rooms offer free WiFi.

The Arc en Ciel has a panoramic terrace overlooking the bay and the Lido Sant'Anna. It also features a private beach.

Most rooms offer beautiful sea views. Each includes an LED TV and safe, plus a bathroom with shower. Some rooms include bathrobes, slippers and a minibar.

Located in Serralunga d'Alba, Villaggio Narrante - Cascina Galarej is in a rural location, within a 5-minute drive of Fontanafredda and Mauro Sebaste. This spa hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Castello di Grinzane and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Museo della Vite e della Civilta contadina.

A stay at Hotel Blu di Te places you in the heart of Santa Margherita Ligure, within a 5-minute drive of Marina di Santa Margherita and Portofino Marina. This hotel is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Paraggi Beach and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Castello Brown.

Located in Sestri Levante, Suite Hotel Nettuno is by the sea – a 1-minute drive from Bay of Silence and 9 minutes from Casa Carbone. This beach hotel is 20.3 mi (32.7 km) from Paraggi Beach and 20.9 mi (33.6 km) from Monte di Portofino.

With a stay at Astor Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Genoa, within a 15-minute drive of Piazza de Ferrari and Genoa Port Center. This hotel is 13.4 mi (21.5 km) from Port of Genoa Cruise Ship Terminal and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Camogli Beach.

With a stay at Park Hotel in Mondovi, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Chiesa di San Fiorenzo and Belvedere Tower. This hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Outlet Village Mondovicino and 3.8 mi (6 km) from Cantina del Bricchetto.

Located in Monchiero, Antico Borgo is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Novello Castle and Castello Falletti Di Barolo. This historic hotel is 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Barolo Wine Museum and 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from Cappella del Barolo.

With a stay at Albergo Yacht Club Marina di Loano in Loano, you'll be on the boardwalk, just a 1-minute walk from Marina di Loano and 9 minutes by foot from Rin Tin Beach. This hotel is 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Varigotti Beach and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Santa Corona Hospital.

When you stay at Best Western Regina Elena in Santa Margherita Ligure, you'll be near the bay, within a 5-minute drive of Villa Durazzo and Portofino Marina. This beach hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Paraggi Beach and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Castello Brown.