Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast Hotel Rapallo, Rapallo
About the Hotel
Excelsior Palace Hotel is the only five-star luxury hotel on the Portofino Coast, located in Rapallo, Italy. First opened in 1901, it has attracted notable guests, including celebrities like Rita Hayworth and Ernest Hemingway. The hotel features exclusive amenities, including two infinity pools and a private beach, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Gulf of Tigullio.
Location
The hotel is strategically located two kilometers from Santa Margherita Ligure and offers stunning views over the bay of Rapallo and the Portofino promontory. Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport is just 25 miles from the property. Guests can park in the hotel's garage, which includes charging stations for electric cars.
Rooms
All guestrooms at Excelsior Palace are equipped with air conditioning, free WiFi, and satellite TVs. Many rooms come with large windows that open to a panoramic terrace offering scenic views of the bays. Guests can select from various room types, including spacious suites with luxury amenities and spectacular sea views. Pillow menus and additional comforts ensure a personalized stay for visitors.
Eat & Drink
The hotel features two restaurants, including the à-la-carte Eden Roc, perfect for both lunch and dinner along the private beach. Lord Byron Restaurant offers fine dining with an elegant ambiance, showcasing gold-framed portraits and coral booths. Guests can also unwind at two hotel bars, ideal for enjoying drinks at the end of the day.
Leisure & Business
Excelsior Palace provides a fantastic spa with a heated indoor pool and a well-equipped gym overlooking the sea. The hotel also includes extensive meeting and event spaces suitable for weddings. Guests have access to a private beach area where they can enjoy beach massages and sunbathing.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Locker room
- Private beach
- Elevator
- Hairdresser
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Diving
- Snorkeling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Tennis court
- Golf course
- Pool tables
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Services
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Seasonal outdoor pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Spa & wellness center
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
- Make up services
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Free toiletries
- Bathroom telephone
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel blew me away with its amazing sea views from the balcony where they served drinks and nibbles. The terrace and jacuzzi were such great perks. The employees were all fantastic. However, there were some minor issues with the busy lunch service.
My stay at this hotel was absolutely wonderful. The rooms were gorgeous, really big, with an amazingly comfortable bed, great TV with sky, and a wonderful bathroom. Everything was very clean, well-organized, and spacious. The view from the room was stunning. The service was impeccable and so helpful, with staff that were amazingly helpful, kind, and supportive. The location was fantastic, just a 10/15-minute stroll into Rapallo, which is a beautiful town with a great evening scene. The dining experience was great, with waiters in their crisp uniforms and good quality despite limited choices.
The hotel offers amazing rooms with perfect comfort and views over the port and the sea. They were exceptionally clean and large with a great bathroom, along with a terrific view from the balcony. The staff is very accommodating, but the pricing was a little expensive for the off-season period.
I had a fabulous stay at the hotel with a wonderful terrace and Jacuzzi providing amazing sea views. The suite was magnificent, but the room temperature was too hot at times due to thin walls and ceilings. However, the location on a hill overlooking the Port of Rapallo was truly breathtaking, although the service had some ups and downs.
The hotel had wind noise from the windows facing the sea initially, but the staff accommodated our request for a room change, providing us with a lovely room, which we truly appreciated. The service was outstanding, with extremely friendly and courteous staff, making our stay one of the best experiences. The location was stunning, even in the rain, and convenient for exploring the surrounding areas. However, the dining experience was a bit cold for my taste, not meeting the hotel's standard. Overall, a great stay with minor dining setbacks.
I couldn't have asked for a better view to wake up to each morning overlooking the harbour. The room was spacious and the bed incredibly comfortable, making our stay pure bliss. However, the lack of modern-day in-room facilities was a letdown during my stay.
The hotel offers a large room with a great bathroom and terrific view from the balcony, but had some issues like strange smells, noise from running water in the bathroom, and thin walls. The staff is very accommodating which enhances the overall experience.
The hotel offers stunning sea views and a wonderful location in Rapallo, with friendly staff and elegant dining options. However, the rooms need attention and were smaller than expected, lacking balconies.
Staying at the Beach Club was like a dream come true – waking up to the breathtaking view of the harbor with the sun reflecting on the sea was simply heavenly. The location, with a swimming pool and private beach, was amazing, although the poor network coverage was a downside.
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