Grande Albergo in Sestri Levante, Liguria

Grande Albergo is set directly across the street from Sestri Levante's beach and offers guests access to a private beach area. The rooftop swimming pool provides panoramic views of the Gulf of Tigullio and has a shallow end, seasonal operation, and pool towels available. A poolside bar serves drinks, and the hotel's beachfront location means guests can step from the lobby to the sand in under two minutes.

The on-site restaurant serves a mix of regional Italian cuisine and international dishes, with outdoor garden seating available in summer. Breakfast is a buffet offering fresh fruit, pastries, eggs, cold meats, cheeses, and Italian specialities like focaccia. The hotel also operates an American bar and a traditional tea salon, and can arrange special diet menus, kids' meals, wine or champagne on request.

Guest rooms include air conditioning, satellite TV, soundproofing, and private bathrooms with either bathtubs or showers. Family rooms are available, and some units offer balconies with side sea views or courtyard views. The hotel provides daily housekeeping, room service, and a choice of non-smoking floors, with lift access to all levels.

Families staying at Grande Albergo have access to a children's playground, kids' outdoor play equipment, and babysitting or child services upon request. Strollers are available, and the hotel can arrange kids' meals and board games or puzzles. The shallow end of the rooftop pool is suitable for younger swimmers, and the private beach area offers direct access to the sand.

A fully equipped conference center with a maximum capacity of 200 people is available for meetings and corporate events, including fax, photocopying, and banquet facilities. The 24-hour front desk can arrange concierge services, currency exchange, luggage storage, and tour desk assistance. Additional services include car hire, airport shuttle, valet parking, and complimentary bicycle rentals for exploring the local area.

Location: Beachfront, 600 m from the station and historic center

Pool: Panoramic rooftop pool with Gulf of Tigullio views

Dining: Regional Italian cuisine with garden summer seating

Family: Kids' playground, babysitting, strollers, board games

Business: Conference center for up to 200 people

Transport: Complimentary bicycles, car hire, airport shuttle