Grand Hotel Villa Balbi - Sestri Levante

$$$$||View on mapSestri Levante, ItalyViale Rimembranza 1, Sestri Levante, Italy, 16039|
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Grand Hotel Villa Balbi - Sestri Levante
Viale Rimembranza 1, Sestri Levante, Italy, 16039·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.7
Free WiFi9.5
Staff9.2
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Who stays here
Couples58%
Families21%
Groups11%
Solo9%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.7Great
Location9.7
Free WiFi9.5
Staff9.2
Comfort9.0
Cleanliness8.9
Who stays here
Couples58%
Families21%
Groups11%
Solo9%

4-star superior historic hotel with private beach area in Sestri Levante

Property & Grounds

Grand Hotel Villa Balbi Sestri Levante is a 4-star superior historic hotel housed in a 17th-century villa that was once home to aristocratic families. The property sits within a lush garden of Mediterranean vegetation and includes an outdoor swimming pool set in a secluded area. Public spaces display antique furnishings, marble floors, and chandeliers that reflect the building's original character.

Dining

The in-house restaurant 'Il Parco' serves refined regional cuisine, seafood specialties, and homemade desserts. During summer months, guests can dine in the garden under the trees. Breakfast is served on a shaded terrace among the Mediterranean vegetation.

Location & Activities

Grand Hotel Villa Balbi sits directly on the seaside of Sestri Levante, with views of the Gulf of Tigullio and a private beach area reserved for guests. The hotel's location provides easy day-trip access to Cinque Terre National Park and Portofino Natural Park, both approximately 45 minutes away. A complimentary bike sharing service allows guests to explore local coastal trails and the historic center on their own schedule.

Rooms

Rooms at Grand Hotel Villa Balbi offer wooden furniture and classic décor, with views ranging from the garden to the historic center or the sea. The hotel provides diverse configurations including thematic suites and junior suites that reference the property's aristocratic past. Each room includes a private bathroom, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi.

Business & Services

Grand Hotel Villa Balbi offers meeting and banquet facilities suitable for conferences and business events within its historic setting. Additional services include express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk. A lift provides access to upper floors, while the concierge service assists with local arrangements and activity planning.

  • Accommodation: 17th-century villa & thematic suites
  • Dining: 'Il Parco' restaurant with regional cuisine & garden dining
  • Location: Between Cinque Terre & Portofino, 10 min walk to station
  • Wellness: Outdoor pool in secluded Mediterranean garden
  • Private Beach: Direct access to reserved beach area
  • Business: Meeting rooms & banquet facilities in historic setting

Licence number: IT010059A1KAZJWN3E

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Italian
Building
Number of rooms:8
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Rooms and availability

Elite Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
Junior Queen Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed2 Single beds1 Double bed
Deluxe Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Services

  • Room service
  • Laundry

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Open-air bath
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • Garden view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Grand Hotel Villa Balbi

💵 Lowest room price 90 £
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
✈️ Distance to airport 59.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cristoforo Colombo, GOA

Location

Viale Rimembranza 1, Sestri Levante, Italy, 16039
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Viale Rimembranza 1, Sestri Levante, Italy, 16039
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Viale Rimembranza 1, Sestri Levante, Italy, 16039
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
16039 Sestri Levante
Spiaggia Baia del Silenzio
500 m
Museum
Galleria Rizzi
270 m
Gallery
Via XXV aprile
210 m
Church
Basilica di Santa Maria di Nazareth
490 m
Via Portobello 30
Convento dell'Annunziata
440 m
Baia del Silenzio Baia di Portobello
Il Pescatore di Leonardo Lustig
490 m
Event hall
Teatro Arena Conchiglia
430 m
Church
Chiesa di San Niccolo
590 m
Church
Chiesa di Santa Maria Immacolata
490 m
Church
Chiesa di San Pietro In Vincoli
490 m
Baia del Silenzio
500 m
Beach
Bagni Liguria
160 m
Beach
Bagni Segesta
250 m
16039 Sestri Levante
spiaggia libera
380 m
Aquarium
Acquario Sestri Levante
410 m
Piazza Avv. Marcello Rizzi 16
Creatini & Landriani Fine Art
490 m
Restaurant
Ristorante Mira
40 m
Restaurant
La Sciamadda dei Vinaccieri Ballerini
230 m
Restaurant
Verve
60 m
Restaurant
Osteria Mattana
260 m
Restaurant
Ristorante Il Coccodrillo
70 m
Restaurant
Polpo Mario
200 m
Restaurant
Gran Caffe Tritone
120 m
Restaurant
La Cantina Del Polpo
260 m
Restaurant
Basquiat Lounge Bar
120 m
Restaurant
Il Brigantino
130 m
Restaurant
Millelire
170 m

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FAQ about Grand Hotel Villa Balbi

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi hotel?
During their stay at the welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi hotel guests can visit Riva Ponente and Borgorenabeach Spiaggia Libera Attrezzata located at a distance of 2.9 km from the property and 4 km away respectively.
What popular attractions are closest to Grand Hotel Villa Balbi hotel?
Guests of Grand Hotel Villa Balbi hotel can visit Bagni Liguria (within convenient reach of the accommodation), or the charming Spiaggia Baia del Silenzio Sandy Beach placed 6 minutes' walk away.
Does the welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi hotel have a car parking on site?
Yes, the welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi hotel provides parking spaces on site.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-8/10 according to reviews-restaurant La Calanca Ristorante offering Ligurian cuisine.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in this welcoming hotel?
Guests of this welcoming hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 11:00.
What payment methods are accepted in the welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi?
At the welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi hotel comprise?
The welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi hotel provides such room types as Guest Room, King Room, and Junior Suite.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the hotel?
Every room at the hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as a private safe for guests' security.
Does the welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi can speak Italian, German, and English.
Is swimming pool available at the welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi?
Yes, the welcoming 4-star Grand Hotel Villa Balbi features a swimming pool.
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