HOTEL PICCOLO PORTOFINO, Portofino

Hotel Piccolo Portofino - A 4-star boutique hotel with panoramic sea views, private beach access, and minimalist design

Overlooking the Gulf of Tigullio, Hotel Piccolo Portofino is a historic villa transformed into a boutique hotel featuring 23 rooms, most with sea views. The contemporary design combines white and black marble with red velvets and soft fabrics, while rooms include air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and terraces. Guests can dine at the on-site restaurant, which serves Ligurian cuisine with dishes like fresh seafood and basil pesto, paired with an extensive wine list. A private rocky beach with a bar is accessible directly from the property. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Portofino's Piazzetta, near landmarks like the Church of St. Martin (0.3 miles) and Castle Brown (0.5 miles). Free Wi-Fi is available in the lobby, and limited indoor parking costs €40 per day.

Pros

The private rocky beach offers direct access and a bar for guests.

Rooms feature minimalist design with sea views and terraces overlooking the Gulf of Tigullio.

The on-site restaurant serves traditional Ligurian dishes, including fresh seafood and basil pesto.

Located within walking distance of Portofino's main square and key attractions.

Cons

Limited indoor parking spaces (€40/day) cannot be reserved in advance.

The nearest airport, Genoa Cristoforo Colombo, is 31 mile away.