Comfortable, luxurious, and convenient. Located just on the edge of town, free parking is offered…read moreto all guests and there is no driving through ZTL zones. The grounds are impeccable and tropical with colors and flowers and palms everywhere. The location is utterly stunning. Up on a cliff a bit over the water, the views reach both ways down the coast. The breakfast room (which also serves as one of the main restaurants) has giant windows that make you feel like you are in a painting. Just a two minute walk and you are on the main boardwalk with all the cafes and restaurants and shops Camogli has to offer. The grocery store, several other cafes, and several produce stores are a short walk up the hill. The private beach sealed the deal for me. Plenty of loungers were always available either on the beach or the little sun decks & jetties and the attendants were happy to set up for either sun or shade. The shore is not sand but small rocks - I had no trouble navigating but many others kept on sandals. There is also a diving platform down the small paved jetty that allowed easy entry into the water if you didn't want to walk in on the rocks. The floating barrier detracted a bit from the scenery but kept the water free of debris. It was also sometimes a little difficult to tell if lounges were available or being saved. The pool was large and clean and had great views from the cliff. Our lunch at the bar was alright, the trofie and shrimp were good but very oily. Breakfast was outstanding - ridiculous selection of pastries, fruits, hot dishes, meats, cheeses, etc. We had dinner once on the property and were treated to an almost private experience in the dining room and a delicious dinner of whole roasted sea bass. We walked to a local pasta shop for lunch and brought it back for a quiet lunch in the hotel garden. Our room was cool and comfortable with a fridge and luxury sized toiletries. Staff was friendly and helpful. I hope someday we can return.

A paradise on the Tyrethian Sea. My wife didn't tell me how much it cost, but it was worth it. The…read moreperfect place to relax, and try to forget the nightmare of traveling from West Palm to Milan. Customs sucks. Traveling sucks. Anyway , the view of the city and and sea is amazing. The room was perfect. The hotel also has a restaurant and a bar that serves drinks and snacks during the beautiful sunset. They have a pool, and a free private beach attached to the hotel. Everyone who worked there were very nice, helpful and diligent with there duties. The hotel is pristine. This was the best hotel I have ever stayed at. Period.

Recco is my most favorite place on earth and my stay at the Hotel Elena was magical. Yes the hotel…read moreis old and the accommodations are not fancy but the place is spotless, staff extremely helpful and the breakfast is all homemade delicious and filled with the best fruit I have ever eaten. This breakfast topped all the 5 star hotels we visited in Europe. You eat breakfast on the terrace overlooking the sea and the water polo pool next door. While you eat you eat the bells chime from at least 4 local churches and it's one of the most beautiful symphonies I've ever heard! Our room had a patio overlooking the sea and it had room for two chaise lounges and a table with two chairs. Recco is a sleepy old beach town where locals summer it was wonderful. We paddleboarded took the boat across the way to several locations and loved every moment. Enjoy this quaint hotel we loved it.

From the owner: A breathtaking view of the promontory of Portofino, A high…read morelevel breakfast will surprise you and have the chance to have breakfast on one of the most beautiful terraces in the area Environment calm and peaceful. Hotels near Recco center and all communication lines (Bus / Train / Highway).

We loved this hotel, which was the highlight of our long trip. We even extended our stay here…read more The staff is very friendly, knowledgeable, and ready to assist. They gave us some great tips for local food and attractions, train times, hiking and walking trails, and local history. Breakfast service was fantastic. Lots of options for any palate and diet. Wonderful selection of local favorites. Hotel location is perfect- we walked to Portofino, train stations, and all over Santa Margherita. I would highly recommend this hotel for anyone.