There was really nothing outstanding about this hotel. The staff and hotel was pretty average when compared to other hotels throughout Italy. I found the grounds, hotel, restaurant, and view very pleasant, but this is not at all a differentiator in the area. I found the staff to be a bit impersonal and distant, without much of a personal touch... more

Most of the reviews that I've read hit the mark pretty well - fantastic grounds, meters (like 50) from the town center, unbelievable grotto-style beach area (a unique feature that no other hotel in portofino has), nice modern euro-style rooms, and very competitive pricing. The interesting thing is that while very responsive, the staff was a bit impersonal - when... more