Immersed in lush grounds with Mediterranean vegetation, this historic villa features an outdoor swimming pool. Set on the seaside of Sestri Levante, it enjoys views of the Gulf of Tigullio.
With wooden furniture and classic décor, rooms at Villa Balbi have an elegant feel. Some overlook the grounds, others the historic center of town, and some offer sea views. They provide free Wi-Fi.
Public spaces feature antique furnishings, marble and elegant chandeliers. Grand Hotel Villa Balbi includes a 17th-century villa that was home to aristocratic families.
Regional cooking, seafood specialties and homemade desserts are served at Il Parco restaurant. During the summer months, it is possible to dine on the grounds.
The hotel is in the center of Sestri Levante. Genoa and La Spezia are about a 45 minute drive away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.
“Our room was lovely, quirky (a door leading up some stairs to a roof-balcony!) and the bed was extremely comfortable. Location was amazing, right on the seafront and in the middle of the town. Breakfast was plentiful and varied. Delicious cakes!”
Maria
United States
“Beautiful antiques and historical pictures and furniture, paintings mixed with eclectic decor.
Lovely dining room and large patio and large pool”
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Joseph
United States
“Excellent in every way.
Beautiful building and gardens.
Very nice dinner and breakfast.
Comfortable bed.”
Anil
Turkey
“Location is very good. Property garden is beautiful as well as the decoration. Breakfast was very good. Cleanl area. Good hospitality.”
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Amy
Canada
“This hotel was absolutely beautiful, I loved everything about it. The ambiance inside and outside the hotel was stunning!! The staff were amazing, the location is amazing and Sestri Levante is even more beautiful than Portofino. The hotel has it’s...”
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Warren
United States
“Old elegant hotel in a great location.
Staff was very helpful”
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Kian
United States
“Beautiful hotel, great staff,wonderful pool in the center of the city near the sea.”
Cayman
Canada
“Amazing hotel great location and staff. Excellent breakfast 👍🏼💕”
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Andre
Switzerland
“Great place to stay in Sestri Levante. Very convenient location. Staff is very friendly. The hotel has beautiful grounds. The breakfast is very good as well.”
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Carole
Australia
“Everything except the showers. Breakfast was very enjoyable, rooms were fabulous, staff were exceptional from check in to check out, location was great and we got a great deal on Booking.com”
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