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Grand Hotel Miramare
Via Milite Ignoto 30, Santa Margherita Ligure, Genoa, Italy
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Portofino is magical enough, but it’s not the only destination on the Italian Riviera. Just next door is Santa Margherita Ligure, which, as classic seaside towns go, is scarcely less picturesque. And it’s got hotels to rival some of the best in Portofino; most notable among them, standing over the waterfront, is the Grand Hotel Miramare, a gorgeous old wedding cake of a palace in an elegant Art Nouveau style — or Liberty, really, this side of the French border, if we’re going to be pedantic about it.
That seaside location means most of the rooms look out over the bay; those that don’t look up the slope at a wooded area behind, which isn’t so bad either. The style remains more or less unchanged, which makes the Miramare something of a throwback — you’ll like it, if it’s the sort of thing you like.
Its offerings are typical for an old-school grand hotel: a fine restaurant, a pool with a view, a small spa. The beach club across the road is not managed by the Miramare, but space permitting they’ll be happy to book you a complimentary spot on a same-day basis. And access to Portofino is, of course, a matter of a few minutes’ drive (or an hour’s walk if you’re determined), and you’re well placed to experience the best of the Cinque Terre, a diner’s and drinker’s paradise on Earth.
Please note: Grand Hotel Miramare requires a two-night minimum over weekends (mid-April through September).
How to get there: Grand Hotel Miramare is approximately 1 km (.5 miles) from Santa Margherita Ligure train station, 42 km (26 miles) from Genova Cristoforo Colombo International Airport and 140 km (86 miles) from Pisa International Airport.
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- Complimentary upgrade upon hotel check-in, based upon availability
- Complimentary continental breakfast for two
- One complimentary glass of champagne or one cocktail, per guest, upon arrival
- Local biscuits in room upon arrival
- 75 Rooms
- Style: Traditional Elegance
- Atmosphere: Lively
- 13 Guest Reviews
- Grand Hotel Miramare
- Via Milite Ignoto 30
- Santa Margherita Ligure, Genoa, Italy
Hotel amenities and services
- 24 hour concierge
- 24 hour front desk
- 24 hour gym
- 24 hour room service
- Babysitting (on request)
- Bar
- Beauty salon
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Business center
- Central air conditioning
- Free wi-fi
- Garden
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- Multi-lingual staff
- Outdoor Swimming Pool (seasonal)
- Pets allowed (charges apply)
- Restaurant
- Self service parking (charges apply)
- Spa
- Spa treatments (on request)
- Wake-up service
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13 Guest Reviews
All reviews are from Tablet guests with verified stays.
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- Krystina
- Stayed April 2012
- Rating: Good
What I liked:
Great location. Easy walk to town and on the bus route/road to Portofino.
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
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- Michael
- Stayed December 2011
- Rating: Excellent
What I liked:
Definitely the place to stay for both SM and Portofino... hotel is located right on the water and only a couple of minutes walk to the centre of SM. Portofino is a quick bus or really enjoyable long walk away.
We loved the old school service and elegance of this hotel. The style is very different to the usual hotels we stay at but gave us a real taste of the traditional Italian style... very, very clean, spacious rooms and bathrooms (the junior suite is very nice with great balcony). Service was impeccable, if not a little quirky.
Did not eat in the restaurant as there are so many options in town, but breakfast was nice and drinks in the bar very enjoyable.
We loved the hotel and considered it great value for money. We considered staying in Portofino at the Splendido but were so happy with our choice to stay here... would definitely return.
What the hotel could do better:
nothing
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- Angela
- Stayed October 2011
- Rating: Good
What I liked:
Outstanding service and very helpful advice to explore the area.
What the hotel could do better:
Nothing, had a wonderful stay!
