While it didn't look like much from outside, this place is really great once you get in. It's about…read morea 5 or 10 minute walk to the waterfront/Beach or train station, respectively. Plus, its location off the main road makes it nice and quiet at night. Very clean hotel and room, and a crib was set up for our daughter upon arrival. Also of note- the owners are very eco-conscience; all the toiletries, tissues, etc. are made from compostable materials, etc.- it's one of the more progressive hotels we've stayed at! Breakfast was filling and plentiful with Italian espresso made fresh on ordering, with a back patio perfect for enjoying the meal. The owners were extremely friendly and knowledgeable and ready to help us with anything local. They were so nice, they even switched their lobby tv to english, then invited me over so we could watch a movie together. Not to mention my daughter loved their sweetheart little dog and saltwater tank (which boasts both nemo & dori, of course!) This hotel is highly recommended, we will definitely stay here again if we ever find ourselves back in the area.

Very clean, quite, good breakfast in the morning. The owner is very friendly and is happy to answer…read moreall your questions.

We absolutely adored our quick trip (2days) to Rapallo and this charming hotel. Beautiful views,…read moreexcellent service and perfectly located. Drove to Rapallo after spending 3 days at Lake Como (hotel reviewed separately). We arrived on Sunday afternoon (drove in from Como). Upon checking in, weather was perfect so we went out to the pool area for some fresh made Bellini's and to catch some rays. Very nice and large area to lay out. Walked down the steps for a dip in the Sea. The gym is also excellent. Fully stocked with machines and free weights/dumbbells, treadmills and elliptical. Plan was to drive to Portofino for dinner. Being that it was Sunday evening and Mother's Day, traffic was light and parking was easy. Took advice from Angelo at front desk and went to a fabulous restaurant in Portofino "Dai Gemilli". (Amazing! Highly recommend) The next day we caught the ferry and took a trip back to Portofino to see the sights and light shopping. Ferried to Santa Margherita for lunch and walking around and back to our hotel. Will definitely stay here again our next trip to the area.

If you have never stayed at a quality hotel then this will be a fine experience for you. They are…read moreclearly coasting on the beautiful location that they are lucky to have. The hotel is well past it's golden age and it shows. The Excelsior Palace Hotel is a joke and a disgrace to all 5 star hotels. I have been treated better at a truck stop gas station, the staff (aside from a select few) are all extremely unprofessional and unpleasant to be around. They do not listen and talk over you, have an attitude when you ask simple questions and punish you if you ask for help. If you are used to staying at 2-3 star hotels you will have a fine experience. But if you are looking for quality, you won't find it here. Your money will be better spent at a villa or literally anywhere else. I can't say I was satisfied after any meal and was shocked by the high price and dismal portions. I can't speak for the lord byron restaurant because it was closed while I was there. My review on the food is for the beach club restaurant. Additionally, they only offer a buffet style continental breakfast. If you don't care about sick children breathing on all your food before you eat it then enjoy! Whatever the case, I do not recommend this place to anyone and it's baffling to me that they are able to maintain a 5 state status.

We were here 4 years ago and liked it so much we came back! Don't let the outside fool you, this is…read morea beautiful place that is well cared for. The service is excellent - we arrived early off a cruise ship and the clerk took our luggage and made us an espresso & a latte while we visited. By the time we finished, our room was ready, he took our bags up, and we were off to walk this beautiful city! Within walking distance to the train station even dragging your bags. Beautiful finishes, quiet rooms, great service, and comfy beds. Bravo!

My family loved this hotel! Great location in Rapallo and walkable to train station and great…read morerestaurants/shopping. The owner and employees were so kind. The hotel was very comfortable and accommodating. We had 3 guests in one room and they had an extra twin set up upon our arrival in the room for the third person. Bathroom was very spacious as was the room. And the cute dog at the front desk was someone we looked forward to seeing every time we returned to the hotel! We loved the experience -- this is our favorite boutique hotel we stayed in!

My wife, 24 year old granddaughter & I stayed one week at Hotel Vesuvio. The hotel is 50 meters…read morefrom the harbor. We stayed on the 3rd floor with a view from our balcony of the water that could not be better. We had a two room unit with A/C, One bedroom had two double beds and second smaller room one single bed. The bath room had a stall shower, toilet, bidet and sink. There is an elevator, breakfast room, front inclosed patio. The owner, manager Luciano did not hesitate to help in every way possible. All car parking is on the street and the parking enforcement police will ticket starting at 8:00am. Luciano helped with parking display recite each day without being asked. The area around the hotel has many fantastic restaurants, gelato shops, pizza shops and retail stores. Breakfast is served from 7:00 to 9:30am containing cold sliced meats, cheese, yogurt, pastries, bread, jellies, coffee, tea, juice. The morning we departed they had breakfast set up for "us" at 5:30am. Across the street is the pier for the ferry boat to Portafino. Our stay at Hotel Vesuvio was one of the best memories we have from our European trip. Thanks Luciano

Beautifully appointed hotel. Room was spacious and the hotel was immaculate. Breakfast, which was…read moreincluded, was fabulous. Walking distance to everything, including the train station. Very accommodating owners. Would definitely return and certain do recommend.

Very cosy b&b in the beautiful mansion. Host Giovanni is very helpful even if English is not his…read morebest asset. It really is a mansion placed 3 minutes from the marine centrally and very close to good restaurants. It IS city and daytime noise from playing children and traffic is present if outside but inside it cannot be heard. There is good air conditioning. The breakfast is very nice and sufficient although not a bit continental breakfast. You get your own key for entering at all times. You can not hear your neighbors and you have a floor for yourself.

Stars are in relation to the expected Hotel. As this is a Italien 3 Star Hotel, we paid about 40€…read moreper night (double Room inc. Breakfast) I do not expect a 5 Star Hotel. Room is ok. Needs some fresh paint but more or less clean. Size of the room is ok, Balcony also. But.. Breakfast, sorry guys, thats really nothing. Bacon and Cheese.. the cheap one. Ananas of a can ... Nothing really I would see on a more or less good breakfast. Service ok. If you have a room to the main street it won´t be silent in the night! Good for 2-3-4 nights, nothing where I would spend my holidays. Very closed to the harbor and the center.

Location is great! Rooms are OK (clean and quite newly renovated)…read more The owner is really nice and service was good! The hotel has free wifi which is great but it was really really really slow and the reception really bad on the 2nd floor (we had to have our door open to get a somewhat stable connection). The breakfast was ok but there are not much to choose from and if you want a boiled egg, thats 2€ extra!

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One of the most adorable cities I've seen on the western coast of northern Italy. Easily walkable…read moretown with an abundance of history and culture. The train in town can take you down the coast to other towns such as Vernazza which is part of Cinque Terre, the five towns. The whole area is beautiful and a must see for tourists.

So I couldn't check in on my way over as I seem to be monopolizing this part of Italy with my…read morereviews. This is a small little train station for a must-stop town that one can do in an entire day. I saw that water was for sale and I didn't look for a br, but not sure if I would have used it anyway. Then again, the train bathrooms can be a nightmare, and the worst I have seen are in fact in business class! It's a lot different from an airplane (or maybe not too different in the end). There are loads of stairs (well, two double flights) which would not be a problem if I hadn't packed enough clothes for a month on my two week hiatus. One could easily walk to their hotel from here in 5-15 minutes, but a cab is only 15 euros so it was just worth it to do that in the end. I was worried that I would not be able to get a seat with all of my stuff, but as this is one of three first stops I finally got a pick of the seats. The problem is that you have to hoist your luggage pretty high as the seats fill up. My shoulders are finally hurting from all of this but I am hoping it will help burn off my daily feast of pizza, pasta, croissants and of course gelato...but I digress. In the end, the station is at least a 3 as it was pretty clean and I was not hassled by beggars! Nor did I worry about the little money I still have left.