Grand Hotel Villa Balbi, Liguria
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68%
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One free night for stays of 7 nights or more completed between 31 Mar - 01 Jun 12, 18 - 24 August 12 & 08 Sep - 13 Oct 12.
Seasonal offer: Beach charges (1 umbrella & 2 deck chairs per room) included for all July and August bookings confirmed by 31 Mar 12. All other dates confirmed by 31 Mar 12 receive 1 complimentary entrance per guest per stay to the 'Acquarium of Genova'.
Seasonal offer: Beach charges (1 umbrella & 2 deck chairs per room) included for all July and August bookings confirmed by 31 Mar 12. All other dates confirmed by 31 Mar 12 receive 1 complimentary entrance per guest per stay to the 'Acquarium of Genova'.
About Grand Hotel Villa Balbi
Situated within its own gardens and yet located only a few meters from Sestri Levante's beach area, the Grand Hotel Villa Balbi is brimming with character.Once the 17th century home of a prominent Genoese family, the Grand Hotel Villa Balbi's impressive entrance leads to the public rooms that have retained the beautiful vaulted, frescoed ceilings and tapestries. The guestrooms are housed in a more modern wing.
The Grand Hotel Villa Balbi also features a swimming pool set amongst greenery behind the villa.
Embodying the faded grandeur of a bygone era, the Grand Hotel Villa Balbi's location in Sestri Levante is convenient for visiting nearby towns such as Rapallo, with its charming 16th castle, and the exclusive Portofino. By venturing further south, you will come across Cinque Terre, one of Italy's most picturesque stretches of coastline adorned with archetypal fishing villages.
Accommodation:
Rooms with bath or shower, television, minibar, hairdryer and safe.Supplements (from):
Single £13. Twin for Sole Use £75. Half Board £23. Full Board £42.Facilities:
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Lounge
- Swimming pool (normally in use May - Sep)
- Private beach area & beach bar
- Lift
- Beach charges are included (except in Jul & Aug when charges are payable locally approx. 15 Euros per guest per day, beach normally in use mid May - Sep)
- Parking (payable locally approx. 10 Euros per day)
Information:
The hotel has 105 air-conditioned rooms.Transfer time from Genoa airport: 1 hour.
Citalia does not accept children at this hotel.
Half board consists of buffet breakfast lunch or dinner.
Minimum stay 3 nights.
Official Rating 4 Star
About Liguria
Liguria, a metaphor of simplicity, Italian style and sophisticated pleasures. Its two rivieras are divided by the Gulf of Genoa. The area known as the Levante is a quaint scene of chalky cliffs that arch around the Cinque Terre National Park, dotted with pastel houses and terraced vineyards whilst the Ponente, the area from Gonova to France is characterised by craggy mountains an luscious vegetation and inland forests of chestnut trees.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'. The fascinating old quarter of steep streets, covered alleys and secret squares contrasts 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 yachts and its pedestrian-only streets crammed with a galaxy of designer names and stylish Italian restaurants.
ALASSIO
A favourite of Hemingway, Alassio's charming old town rises 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 IsolaGallinara 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, a picturesque sandy beach overlooks a lovely curving peninsula with a congregation of pastel-washed houses.
DIANO MARINA
Surrounded by olive groves, this marina lies on a wide bay and is a popular beach resort for families.
SANTA MARGHERITA
An enchanting and well-heeled town leads down to a traditional harbour filled with brightly coloured fishing shacks.
