Hotel Calypso in Ventimiglia, Liguria

Hotel Calypso sits 200 metres from the beach and 400 metres from Ventimiglia train station, placing guests between the glamour of Sanremo and the charm of Menton. Every Friday, the famous Ventimiglia street market sets up just steps from the hotel, offering a regional attraction without the need for transportation. The hotel is surrounded by a pleasant green park and within walking distance of the seafront promenade.

Private parking is available at €15 per night, though spaces are limited and must be reserved in advance due to narrow access. The hotel offers bicycle rental for guests who wish to explore the Italian Riviera and French Côte d'Azur on two wheels. A parking garage is also available, and guests can store bicycles in the hotel's secure garage.

A generous breakfast buffet is served each morning, with special diet menus and breakfast in the room available upon request. The hotel bar offers wine and champagne, and the breakfast timeframe accommodates early departures with service from 6am to 10am. Guests consistently mention the fruit pie as a standout item in the breakfast selection.

Rooms include double, twin, triple, and family suite options, with some featuring a balcony and a ceiling fan alongside air conditioning. Family rooms consist of two adjoining rooms with a private bathroom in the middle and separate air conditioning units. Each room provides an LCD satellite TV, and the hotel offers 24-hour front desk service and a shared lounge/TV area.

Small pets are welcome at an additional charge of €10 per pet, per night, and guests must inform the hotel in advance, preferably during booking. Family rooms accommodate groups with adjoining spaces, and luggage storage allows early arrival or late departure without hassle. The hotel also provides a concierge service and daily housekeeping, with towels changed almost daily.

Location: 200 metres from beach, 400 metres from train station

Market: Friday street market steps from hotel

Parking: Private parking €15/night, reserve required

Pets: Small pets allowed, €10/night

Breakfast: Buffet with fruit pie, in-room option available

Rooms: Family suites with adjoining rooms & ceiling fans

Service: 24-hour front desk, concierge, luggage storage