Helios, Liguria

One free night for stays of 14 nights or more (valid for BB basis only).
The bright and friendly Hotel Helios occupies an enviable position, situated directly on the colourful waterfront, in the hub of Santa Margherita, which close to the famed Portofino.

Hotel Helios, a popular choice, houses attractive rooms that have been refurbished in a smart and elegant manner.

The attractive terraces of the bar and restaurant enjoy superb views overlooking the picture postcard harbour of Santa Margherita and its bay filled with parades of small boats and luxury yachts.

The private bathing platform (next to the beach and overlooking the sea and with a new seawater swimming pool) is the perfect place to unwind.

Rooms with bath or shower, television, radio, fridge, hairdryer and safe. Side Sea View & Balcony £20. Side Sea View & Terrace £39. Front Sea View & Terrace £54. Half Board £30. Twin for Sole Use £25. 20 air-conditioned rooms
Restaurant La Darsena
American Bar La Terrasse
Outdoor gymnasium and heated mini whirlpool (normally in use Jun-Sep)
Private Beach
Bathing Platform charges are included (normally in use mid Jun-Sep)
Fishing, Tennis, Horseriding, Windsurfing, Water Skiing, Sailing & Golf (all available nearby and payable locally)
Lift
Garage available on request (payable locally approx 25 Euros per day) Dinner (or lunch) and buffet breakfast.
Minimum stay 7 nights.
 
Liguria, a metaphor of simplicity, Italian style and sophisticated pleasure.

Its two rivieras are divided by the Gulf of Genoa, with the Riviera Ponente bordering the French Côte d'Azur stretching off to Monaco.

The Ponente is a picture book story of pastel houses and green gardens perched on towering cliffs whilst the Riviera Levante presents a more rugged beauty and the ancient maritime republic of Genoa.



THE SIGHTS OF LIGURIA
City of Genoa
The Cinque Terre
Villa Hambury gardens in Ventimiglia
San Fruttuoso Monastery

SAN REMO
Just a stone's throw from the French border is the charming 19th century resort of San Remo, known as the 'town of flowers' and with a fascinating old quarter of steep streets, covered alleys and secret squares contrasting with the elegant and famous resort that has blossomed in the ancient fishing port below.



PORTOFINO
Once a struggling artists' refuge, Portofino has become one of Italy's most exclusive and sought after holiday resorts.

Its harbour is moored with ocean-going yachts and its pedestrian-only streets crammed with a galaxy of designer names and stylish Italian restaurants.



ALASSIO
A favourite of Hemingway, Alassio is spontaneous and fun with a charming old town rising above a former fishing village with spectacular beaches overlooked by the 16th century church of Sant' Ambrogio.

From its bell-tower are spectacular views to Isola Gallinara with its historic Benedictine abbey.



RAPALLO
Set among orange groves and a thriving marina popular with international yachting crews.

Its palm-lined esplanade culminates in a 16th century castle jutting from the harbour.



SESTRI LEVANTE
A stretch of coast close to the promontory of the romantic Cinque Terre.

It has a picturesque sandy beach overlooking a lovely curving peninsula with a congregation of pastel-washed houses.



DIANO MARINA
Surrounded by olive groves, this lies on a wide bay and is a popular beach resort for family holidays.



SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE
An enchanting and well-heeled town leads down to a traditional harbour filled with brightly coloured fishing shacks.