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Grand Hotel Bristol Resort & Spa

4.0 of 5
Via Aurelia Orientale, 369, 16035 Rapallo, Italy
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Grand Hotel Bristol Resort & Spa
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Hampshire, UK
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18 reviews 18 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Great on every level. Exceptional view, large room with one of the largest balconies we have ever seen, service attentive and responsive, and great value overall. All topped by a very pretty town (Rapallo) which to our eyes was far more interesting than Portofino. Recommended with no qualifications at all.

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3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

We stayed for 2 nighat , great view , helpfull service n' guidness abut going to 5 tera (time,train station ,were to eat and prices)/ the location neer the rapallo center bay walking saved us allot of parking problems (and mony). we were sad to leave but we will back for shure / What can we say, it was just... More

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London
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13 reviews 13 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2013

I got to the hotel through booking, with one of the 50% discount deals, they upgraded me for free the room, gave me a sea view one. The rooms are outstanding and you have the best view of the Tigullio Gulf. Also the roof top restaurante is very good. I go to Liguria usually on business but I may recommend... More

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Milan, Lombardia, Italy
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2013

We decided to go to the sea on december and we chose this hotel. What can i say, its just MAGNIFICANT! Beautiful hotel, very beautiful rooms, big spacious teracce! But i have to say some words about the staff. They were very friendly, very nice, always available on any of our request! We have 2 small children who makes a... More

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Cranleigh, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed October 14, 2012

We stayed here for 3 days in September this year and I have no idea how this hotel can have a 4 star rating. Reception was frequently unmanned often left standing waiting for several minutes, on arrival the receptionist could not even locate our room in the second floor corridor... Everything seemed an effort and took forever, even extra pillows,... More

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Worthing, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 19, 2012

I was surprised to read some of the negative reviews on this site as it was difficult to find fault with this hotel. I visited the Grand Hotel Bristol with my mother and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The hotel exceeded our expectations and represented excellent value. The welcome from the reception staff was courteous and helpful. We had a... More

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Llanrhystud, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 16, 2012

This hotel exceeded all our expectations in every respect. From the genuine warm welcome to the very high standard of cuisine, we found it difficult to find fault with this hotel. Unlike some other reviewers we would recommend a Deluxe Room which provides a wonderful sea view down the promontory towards Portofino. The balcony is somewhat limited in space but... More

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Sydney, Australia
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36 reviews 36 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 6, 2012

I apologise but this review is 12 months overdue, either way I remember the stay as if it were yesterday. We stayed for 7 nights last year and had a wonderful stay at the Grand Hotel Bristol. The service was friendly and helpful and all the staff did whatever they could to ensure our stay was a memorable one. The... More

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Singapore, Singapore
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed August 29, 2012

This is a bautifully located hotel, nice pool and spectacular view. But... That does not help when: - The receptionist is incapable of booking two taxis when you ask for TWO taxis - The lunch menu at the 1st floor restaurant is terrible, and the few items they have are no good. - The pool bar is unattended for most... More

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Essex
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12 reviews 12 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed August 19, 2012

After a very long drive from Venice we (my husband, our 15 & 16 year olds and I) arrived at the Grand Hotel Rapallo. We were immediately impressed by the exterior and the presentation of the reception area. The pool was a very good size for swimming, with plenty of available sun beds at the times we used it –... More

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travelers say

  • Santa Margherita(5)
  • Very nice(5)
  • Cinque terre(4)
  • Common area(3)
  • Room service(3)
  • Swimming pool(3)
  • Great view(3)

Additional Information about Grand Hotel Bristol Resort & Spa

Address: Via Aurelia Orientale, 369, 16035 Rapallo, Italy
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Region: Italy > Liguria > Italian Riviera > Rapallo
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Romantic Hotels in Rapallo
#3 Luxury Hotels in Rapallo
#4 Business Hotels in Rapallo
#8 Family Hotels in Rapallo
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Stunning views, amazing service in one of the most beautiful corner in the world, Tigullio Gulf.In a 1908 Belle Epoque Hotel, completely refurbished, the atmosphere is always happy, colours are light, Staff is smiling.Perfect spot to visit Cinque Terre, Forte dei Marmi, Portofino, Genova and the entire Riviera Ligure.Amazing food, local and international, Staff attentive and pleased to be useful. ... more   less 
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Grand Hotel Rapallo
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