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Grand Hotel Miramare Santa Margherita Ligure
“ A wonderful family run hotel with luxurious interiors ”
Exterior of Grand Hotel Miramare
GRAND HOTEL MIRAMARE EXH445 Official category 4 star Open April to January . Location Around 45 minutes ’ drive to Genoa and 2 hours ’ drive from Milan and Parma . Distance in miles Portofino 2 , Genoa 22 , Milan 106 , Cinque Terre 27 Nearest airport Genoa . At hotel Restaurant , 4 bars including a pool bar , Outdoor seawater swimming pool open from April to October , Lounge , Car parking ( 25 euros per day ), 24 hour reception ,
Mediterranean garden , Park , E ’ Spa ’ ce wellness centre , 24 Hour room service , Babysitting , Laundry service , Cookery classes at a charge , Free access to beach club with towels and sun loungers on the public beach with a children ’ s club . Bedrooms 83 rooms and suites with airconditioning , satellite TV , telephone , internet access , safe and hairdryer . Most double rooms and some suites can interconnect . Local interest Historical gardens of Abbazia della Cervara lie around 1 mile away , an abbey
The 4 star Grand Hotel Miramare is a family run hotel with a historical air of elegance and splendour . Opened in 1903 , the hotel occupies a privileged beachfront position in Santa Margherita Ligure on the Portofino Gulf , the views across which are mirrored in the hotel ' s blue shutters . The 83 rooms and suites maintain the original style of the hotel in everything from the wooden floors and chandeliers to the wrought iron beds . High windows open rooms out into the panoramas , whilst balconies and terraces allow guests to enjoy views of the sea or the hotel ’ s lush gardens . From the lounge ’ s plush velvet armchairs to the marble-topped tables , the communal areas are in-keeping with the hotel ’ s history , though the muted colours of the wall add a contemporary edge . Three indoor bars offer ideal meeting and relaxing spaces and the piano bar , open during the winter months , adds an essence of exclusive luxury . The E ’ Spa ’ ce spa pampers guests in four treatment rooms and with a wide range of facilities , from floating beds to sensory showers . Culinary delights of traditional Ligurian cuisine with a contemporary twist are found in the hotel ’ s restaurant ; outdoor dining is set against the timeless backdrop of the sea . The outdoor swimming pool is accompanied by its own bar , sun loungers and umbrellas . A Mediterranean garden and parkland offer a further escape from the everyday , as does the beach opposite the hotel , ideal for sailing and bathing . The beach club , equipped with sun parasols and a children ' s club , is complimentary for hotel guests . A short distance from Portofino , the Grand Hotel Miramare is well-located for water sports , and exploring the shops , restaurants , and historical sites on the Ligurian Riviera .
which is around 1000 years old . The diving interest is a bronze statue which lies under the waters of San Fruttuoso . Portofino lies around 5km distant , Camogli is one of the best preserved ancient ports in Italy and lies 9km away Sports nearby Sailing and diving . Portofino has a Protected Marine Nature Reserve ideal for divers . 18-hole golf course and tennis courts about 15 minutes ’ drive away . Italian Expressions include Bed and breakfast . Holiday prices From about £ 2090 per person for 7 nights including scheduled flights and car-hire . Private transfer possible . Ask our sales consultants for full price details
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The pool by night at La Meridiana Hotel
Il Bistrot restaurant at La Meridiana Hotel
La Meridiana Hotel & Golf Resort Garlenda
This Relais & Chateaux hotel is approached along the winding roads of the picturesque Ligurian countryside . Nestled in the rolling green hills the warm , yellow façade of the hotel welcomes guests . A boutique hotel consisting of just 25 rooms and a Master Suite Cottage it combines traditional Italian elements with the addition of modern comforts . All the rooms have been individually decorated which adds to the charming , authentic ambience and encourages a home-from-home appeal . The recently refurbished swimming pool , jacuzzi and terrace area provides the perfect opportunity for guests to relax and enjoy the tranquillity of the hotel as do the gardens that surround the hotel . For more active guests , numerous activities are available near the hotel such as golf and horse riding and mountain bikes are provided on a complimentary basis . In the evenings guests may choose to indulge in traditional Italian cuisine and local wines at the two restaurants , the fine dining Il Rosmarino or Il Bistrot which offers a more informal dining setting , although it is shut in July and August . La Meridiana Hotel & Golf Resort delivers charming character and a peaceful ambience , perfect for a relaxing holiday or to explore the local area . This hotel is perfectly situated for a holiday that combines coast and country , and its location a short drive from both Genoa and Nice means that it is easily reached for a short break , or a super combination with a stay in Piemonte perhaps .
La Meridiana Hotel & Golf Resort EXH297 Official category 5 star Open 18 April to 3 November Location In the country behind the Ligurian Riviera , about 20 minutes from Alassio on the coast , and about an hour and a half by car from Genoa . Distance in miles Alassio 7 , Genoa 63 , Nice 72 , Portofino 85 , Nearest airport Genoa , Nice . At hotel Outdoor pool with jacuzzi and waterfall , poolside café , gardens , complimentary bikes , various excursions can be organised , babysitting ( on request ), access to a private beach ( in July and August limited availability and chargeable ). Nearby Golf Club .
Bedrooms 25 rooms and suites , each with airconditioning , television , safe , mini- fridge and bath with shower . Local interest The nearby fishing town and seaside resort of Alassio , and the historic sights of Albenga . Genoa , Rapallo and Portofino are all within driving distance . Sports nearby Horse riding , water sports , tennis , jogging trails . Italian Expressions include Bed and buffet breakfast . Holiday prices From about £ 1,160 per person for 5 nights , including scheduled flights and hire-car . Ask our sales consultant for full price details .
“ Charming , boutique golf hotel in Ligurian countryside just 20 minutes from the sea ”
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