Best for
Couples who enjoy evenings at the hotel can dine at La Terrazza, then continue with cocktails at Baratta Sedici Bar.
Best for
Couples who enjoy evenings at the hotel can dine at La Terrazza, then continue with cocktails at Baratta Sedici Bar.
What makes it special
Ask the concierge to arrange a private boat trip to explore hidden coves or San Fruttuoso along the Ligurian coast.
Room to consider
Ask about a Premium Room with a terrace facing Baia Cannone, so you have your own outdoor space for watching the bay.
Insider tip
Use the complimentary shuttle to Portofino's Piazzetta for village visits, and confirm the return times before heading out for the evening.
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Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino overlooks the bay from a hillside on the Italian Riviera. The former monastery sits among gardens above the village, with the Ligurian Sea beyond its terraces. A stay here brings together the outdoor pool, Dior Spa and long meals overlooking the coast. Splendido Mare, Belmond's separate hotel on the harbor's Piazzetta, is down below; this is the hillside address, with more distance from the waterfront.
In the Tennis Wing, the Heritage Garden View room looks over Splendido's gardens. Pale Mediterranean colours and traditional details give the interior a restrained character.
A king bed or twin beds can be prepared for up to two guests. Some rooms have hardwood floors, while down pillows and fine linens are provided for the bed.
The bathroom has marble finishes and Acqua di Parma toiletries. A hairdryer and lighted makeup mirror are provided.
A Nespresso machine, climate control and a television with international channels cover the everyday comforts. The garden setting is the reason to choose this room if greenery matters more to you than a sea view.
In the Tennis Wing, the Heritage Garden View room looks over Splendido's gardens. Pale Mediterranean colours and traditional details give the interior a restrained character....
A furnished balcony or terrace gives the Premium Room its views towards the Gulf of Portofino. There is space to dine outdoors, and the room is in the main building.
Inside, painted details, botanical prints and contemporary Italian art sit alongside Albisola lamps. Genoese terrazzo flooring and woven headboards tie the room to Ligurian craft.
The bed can be set as a king or twins for two guests in total. The bathroom has a walk-in shower, with hand-painted walls, woven rattan details and Acqua di Parma toiletries.
A Nespresso machine, personal bar and climate control support time in the room. The television carries international channels, while fine linens and down pillows complete the sleeping area.
A furnished balcony or terrace gives the Premium Room its views towards the Gulf of Portofino. There is space to dine outdoors, and the room...
Original sloping and curved walls give the Baratta Junior Suite a particular character within the former monastery. It occupies one of the building's oldest parts, with large windows looking towards the gardens and Gulf of Tigullio.
This suite has no balcony. Its appeal is the architecture and the light through the windows, making it a considered choice if you prefer an indoor sitting space to a private outdoor area.
The bedroom can be prepared with a king bed or twin beds. An extra bed is available on request for a total of three guests.
A generous marble bathroom includes a bathtub, separate shower and double washbasins. Acqua di Parma toiletries, a Nespresso machine, personal bar and Wi-Fi are provided, along with a desk and television for time in the suite.
Original sloping and curved walls give the Baratta Junior Suite a particular character within the former monastery. It occupies one of the building's oldest parts,...
The Glicine Junior Suite looks out over greenery towards the sea. A balcony or terrace gives you a place to sit outside. The setting has the feel of an Italian villa.
Indoors, heritage furniture sits alongside Albissola ceramics and Genoese terrazzo floors. A soft colour palette runs through the suite. The sitting area offers a place to rest between visits to the village.
Choose a king bed or twin beds. One extra bed can be requested for a third guest. A walk-in wardrobe keeps clothes and luggage out of the sleeping space.
The marble bathroom has a bathtub, separate walk-in shower and double vanities. Acqua di Parma toiletries are supplied. A Nespresso machine, minibar, desk, Wi-Fi and television are also available.
The Glicine Junior Suite looks out over greenery towards the sea. A balcony or terrace gives you a place to sit outside. The setting has...
Hand-painted walls and ceilings introduce the Prestige Junior Suite's Ligurian character. Woven headboards, Albisola ceramics and Genoese terrazzo floors add texture to the interior. There is also a comfortable sitting area.
A balcony or terrace looks over the sea and Gulf of Portofino. The suite is in the main building, with a king bed or twin beds for a maximum of two guests; some layouts include a walk-in wardrobe.
The marble bathroom generally has a shower over the bathtub, while some offer a separate tub and walk-in shower. Acqua di Parma toiletries, a lighted mirror and a separate WC are provided.
Wi-Fi and a large desk make it possible to catch up on work between outings. A Nespresso machine, personal bar, climate control and television are also available.
Hand-painted walls and ceilings introduce the Prestige Junior Suite's Ligurian character. Woven headboards, Albisola ceramics and Genoese terrazzo floors add texture to the interior. There...
A private balcony or terrace gives this room its views over the Gulf of Portofino. Sizes range from 20 to 33 square metres, so check the exact room when comparing available options.
Mediterranean-inspired decor and hardwood floors shape the interior. The bed can be prepared as one king or two twins, with down pillows and fine linens.
The marble bathroom varies in layout between rooms, with Acqua di Parma toiletries provided. Confirm the individual arrangement before booking if a particular bathing setup matters to you.
A Nespresso machine and climate control are provided. The widescreen television shows international channels. There is also a desk and a lighted makeup mirror.
A private balcony or terrace gives this room its views over the Gulf of Portofino. Sizes range from 20 to 33 square metres, so check...
The Splendido Junior Suite is in the main building, with gulf views and a comfortable living area. Step onto the balcony or terrace for time outdoors. You can dine both inside and outside.
A light palette, Genoese terrazzo floors and Albisola ceramics reflect local craft. The bedroom has a king bed or twin beds with woven headboards. You can request one extra bed for a third guest.
The marble bathroom has a bathtub and a separate walk-in shower. Acqua di Parma toiletries are provided. The WC is separate from the washroom.
A desk, Wi-Fi, climate control and a television are available in the suite. A Nespresso machine and personal bar put refreshments within reach when you return from exploring Portofino.
The Splendido Junior Suite is in the main building, with gulf views and a comfortable living area. Step onto the balcony or terrace for time...
The Deluxe Sea View Junior Suite looks over Portofino harbour and the sea from a private balcony or terrace. This category ranges from 32 to 45 square metres.
Soft Mediterranean pastels, plush fabrics and hardwood floors set the tone indoors. A dining table provides a place for meals in the suite. Choose one king bed or twin beds.
Down pillows and fine linens dress the bed. A Nespresso machine, climate control and a widescreen television are provided, along with a large desk.
The marble bathroom has double vanities and Acqua di Parma toiletries. Most suites have a separate bathtub and shower, though layouts vary. Confirm the exact arrangement if it matters to your choice.
The Deluxe Sea View Junior Suite looks over Portofino harbour and the sea from a private balcony or terrace. This category ranges from 32 to...
The Smeraldo Junior Suite offers generous living space and a balcony or terrace facing the sea. A comfortable sitting area gives you a place to read indoors, with some suites also providing a walk-in wardrobe.
Martin Brudnizki's design draws on local craft, keeping the interior light and airy. The main bed can be a king or twins, with an extra bed on request for up to three guests altogether.
A bathtub, separate walk-in shower and double vanities share the marble bathroom. The WC is separate from the washroom, and Acqua di Parma toiletries are supplied.
For time back at the hotel, there is a Nespresso machine, personal bar and television. Wi-Fi, a large desk and a laptop-sized safe are useful when you need to spend part of the stay working.
The Smeraldo Junior Suite offers generous living space and a balcony or terrace facing the sea. A comfortable sitting area gives you a place to...
The Glicine Suite has a living area separate from the bedroom and a balcony facing the sea. Greenery surrounds the outlook, while a sofa bed adds a second use to the living space.
Ligurian details include woven furniture and Genoese terrazzo flooring. A walk-in wardrobe accompanies the king bed or twin beds in the bedroom.
Up to four guests can stay using the sofa bed and one requested extra bed. This makes the separation between bedroom and sitting area useful when travelling together.
The marble bathroom includes double vanities, a bathtub and a separate walk-in shower, with the WC apart from the washroom. Acqua di Parma toiletries, Wi-Fi, a Nespresso machine and a personal bar are provided, as well as a desk and television.
The Glicine Suite has a living area separate from the bedroom and a balcony facing the sea. Greenery surrounds the outlook, while a sofa bed...
A generous private terrace faces the sea and Portofino harbour. The Premium Sea View Junior Suite ranges from 38 to 53 square metres.
Soft pastel colours and plush fabrics give the interior a Mediterranean character. Choose one king bed or twin beds, with down pillows and fine linens supplied.
The sitting area has hardwood floors. The suite also has a large desk, a widescreen television and climate control. A Nespresso machine is provided.
The marble bathroom has double vanities, a bathtub and a walk-in shower. A lighted makeup mirror and Acqua di Parma toiletries are provided.
A generous private terrace faces the sea and Portofino harbour. The Premium Sea View Junior Suite ranges from 38 to 53 square metres. Soft pastel...
The Portofino Suite has a furnished balcony with views over the sea and gulf. Its sea outlook is limited to this outdoor space.
The bedroom is separate from a living room with a sofa bed and dining table. A king bed or twin beds can be arranged. An extra bed is available on request. Together with the sofa bed, it brings the suite's capacity to four guests.
Contemporary Italian art hangs alongside botanical prints. Albisola ceramics, Genoese terrazzo floors and hand-painted motifs add local detail. A walk-in wardrobe provides storage.
The marble bathroom has a bathtub, separate shower and double basins. A Nespresso machine and personal bar keep drinks close at hand. Wi-Fi and climate control are also provided.
The Portofino Suite has a furnished balcony with views over the sea and gulf. Its sea outlook is limited to this outdoor space. The bedroom...
Hand-painted colours and marble mosaics give the Prestige Suite a strong sense of Liguria. Genoese terrazzo floors, woven detailing and Albisola ceramics bring local craft into the main building.
A separate living room includes a sofa bed, with the bedroom offering a king bed or twin beds. Up to four guests can stay using the sofa bed and an extra bed arranged on request.
Outside, a private balcony or terrace looks over Portofino and the sea. The walk-in closet helps keep the living room free of luggage during a longer visit.
Rosso Verona, green and white marble decorate the bathroom, which has a bathtub, separate walk-in shower and double vanities. Wi-Fi, a Nespresso machine, a personal bar and climate control are also available.
Hand-painted colours and marble mosaics give the Prestige Suite a strong sense of Liguria. Genoese terrazzo floors, woven detailing and Albisola ceramics bring local craft...
An entrance corridor and guest powder room lead into the Riviera Suite's living space. There is a dining table for time together, a drinks cabinet and a desk tucked into its own nook.
Local craft shapes the interior through mosaics, Albissola ceramics and Genoese terrazzo floors. The bedroom is separate from the lounge, with a king bed or twin beds and a daybed within the accommodation.
The suite accommodates up to four guests; check the sleeping arrangement for your party when booking. Sea views and access to a balcony or terrace connect the rooms with the coast.
A bathtub and separate walk-in shower share the marble bathroom with double vanities and Murano glass lighting. Wi-Fi, a Nespresso machine and a personal safe are provided.
An entrance corridor and guest powder room lead into the Riviera Suite's living space. There is a dining table for time together, a drinks cabinet...
Green tones, rattan furniture and Cotto flooring bring the garden setting into the Flora Suite. It is on garden level outside the main building, with a terrace offering sea views.
The separate living room has a guest powder room and a drinks cabinet. Painted details, floral motifs and green marble carry the botanical theme through the interior. Wi-Fi is available in the suite.
The bedroom is set apart and has a king bed or twin beds, a walk-in wardrobe and access to a panoramic balcony. One extra bed can be requested for up to three guests in total.
In the marble bathroom, a bathtub and spacious walk-in shower sit alongside double vanities. The WC is separate from the washroom, and Acqua di Parma toiletries are provided.
Green tones, rattan furniture and Cotto flooring bring the garden setting into the Flora Suite. It is on garden level outside the main building, with...
The furnished balcony looks over Portofino Bay and the San Giorgio church tower. Carved marble, painted ceiling details and decorative plaster feature indoors. They reflect the building's monastic past and the local church.
The living room has soft seating and is separate from the bedroom. You can have one king bed or twin beds. Either a sofa bed or one extra bed on request brings the total to three guests.
A Nespresso machine and minibar keep drinks nearby. Wi-Fi and a television are available for time inside. There is also a large desk and a personal safe.
The marble bathroom has a bathtub, separate walk-in shower and double vanity. Acqua di Parma toiletries are provided, and the WC is separate from the washroom.
The furnished balcony looks over Portofino Bay and the San Giorgio church tower. Carved marble, painted ceiling details and decorative plaster feature indoors. They reflect...
The Baronessa Suite pairs antiques and delicate silk with a chaise-longue. Carved timber and Albisola lamps feature in the bedroom. Genoese terrazzo flooring has a mosaic border.
A separate living room has a dining table for meals indoors. In the bedroom, choose one king bed or a pair of twin beds. Up to three guests can stay, using either the sofa bed or an extra bed on request.
Rattan seating gives you a place to sit on the private terrace. There is also an outdoor dining area. It overlooks the sea and Gulf of Portofino. A private entrance garden adds outdoor space by the suite.
Hand-painted floral details decorate the bathroom. It has a bathtub, separate shower and double vanities. A walk-in wardrobe nearby holds clothes and luggage.
The Baronessa Suite pairs antiques and delicate silk with a chaise-longue. Carved timber and Albisola lamps feature in the bedroom. Genoese terrazzo flooring has a...
The San Fruttuoso Suite sits on the hillside amid Splendido's gardens, away from the main building. A balcony and terrace look over the hotel's pool towards the sea and coastline.
Pastel painted scenes and carved details draw on nearby San Fruttuoso Abbey. Cotto flooring runs through the suite, where the living room has a dining area separate from the bedroom.
A king bed or twin beds can be prepared for a stay of up to four guests. The two marble bathrooms serve different needs: one has a bathtub and the other a shower. Both have Acqua di Parma toiletries and a WC separate from the washroom.
Climate control, Wi-Fi, a Nespresso machine and personal bar are provided. A desk and television give you practical options for time indoors between visits to the balcony and terrace.
The San Fruttuoso Suite sits on the hillside amid Splendido's gardens, away from the main building. A balcony and terrace look over the hotel's pool...
A hillside position just above the hotel's main pool gives La Dolce Vita Suite views of both the water and the sea beyond. Away from the main building, it has a terrace with sunbeds, an outdoor dining area and a private outdoor shower.
The living room and generous dining area provide space to spend the day indoors as well. Pastel details and marble flooring carry a Mediterranean character through the suite.
A king bed or twin beds can be arranged, with space for up to four guests in total. A walk-in wardrobe helps keep clothes and luggage out of the living areas.
The marble bathroom includes a bathtub, separate walk-in shower and double basins. Acqua di Parma toiletries, Wi-Fi, televisions and a Bose docking station are provided for time spent inside.
A hillside position just above the hotel's main pool gives La Dolce Vita Suite views of both the water and the sea beyond. Away from...
Expansive private balconies give the Presidential Suite its views over the Bay of Portofino. They extend the suite outdoors, with a panoramic outlook across the bay and sea.
The bedroom and spacious living room are separate. One guest can rest while another reads or spends time in the lounge.
Soft Mediterranean pastels run through the interior. A king bed or twin beds can be arranged, with down pillows and fine linens. The suite also has a Nespresso machine, climate control and a widescreen television.
The marble bathroom contains a bathtub and a separate shower, with Acqua di Parma toiletries.
A large desk is also provided.
Expansive private balconies give the Presidential Suite its views over the Bay of Portofino. They extend the suite outdoors, with a panoramic outlook across the...
A private balcony or terrace gives this Deluxe suite its sea and coastline outlook. If you have an outdoor-space preference, confirm the arrangement attached to your room before booking.
Suites range from 45 to 62 square metres. The bedroom has a king bed or twin beds, with down pillows and fine linens. Hardwood floors and a sofa furnish the sitting area.
The marble bathroom contains a bathtub and a separate shower, with Acqua di Parma toiletries supplied.
Climate control, a widescreen television and a large desk are provided.
A Nespresso machine is available on request.
A private balcony or terrace gives this Deluxe suite its sea and coastline outlook. If you have an outdoor-space preference, confirm the arrangement attached to...
Splendido occupies a former sixteenth-century Benedictine monastery, with interiors by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio that draw on the life of an Italian summer house. Botanical frescoes, Carrara marble, local Lavagna stone and traditional Genoese flooring bring regional materials into the lobby. The combination rewards a closer look at the stonework and painted surfaces, as well as the views beyond the windows.
That approach continues in the rooms. Woven details inspired by Chiavari rattan sit alongside Albissola ceramics and furnishings found at estate sales and auctions. Some pieces were restored and painted in the Genoese tradition. The result is a layered, residential style, with local craft visible in headboards, lamps and bedside tables. Across the wider restoration, the breakfast area, bar and swimming pool also received attention.
The Dior Spa has four indoor treatment rooms, including one for two guests. Le Jardin des Rêves Dior adds two treatment gazebos outdoors. Facials, massages and wellness rituals make up the menu. The garden setting is a real part of the spa, with a choice between indoor treatment rooms and appointments in the open air.
A rooftop lounge terrace gives you somewhere to sit after a treatment, looking toward the sea. There is also a Dior Spa boutique. Leave time for the terrace as well as the appointment: it is a place to enjoy the view before returning to the rest of the hotel.
The heated saltwater pool has panoramic views and shaded loungers. It provides swimming at the hotel, above the coast, rather than on a beach. There is a fitness center and a tennis court on the hillside. Both give you ways to keep up a routine during a longer stay. Tennis coaching is available for an extra charge. The pool terrace is also close to the Splendido Grill, so lunch can stay part of an afternoon by the water.
La Terrazza is the hotel's fine-dining restaurant, with views over the bay and cooking rooted in Liguria. Chef Corrado Corti's menus draw on seasonal produce, seafood and regional pasta. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, giving the terrace a role throughout the day. Its elegant dress code sets a more formal tone for the evening, when dinner can become the main event without a trip into the village.
The regional connection is specific. Belmond names Santa Margherita Ligure prawns, Chiavari hazelnuts and Portofino saffron among the ingredients used in its dining menus. These are examples of the kitchen's approach, not a fixed list of dishes for every visit. They also offer a sense of the places around Portofino through what arrives at the table.
Splendido Grill serves lunch and dinner on a shaded terrace by the pool. Wood-fired pizzas, local pastas and classic cocktails give it a more casual character. Its relaxed dress code makes it a useful contrast to La Terrazza, whether you want lunch between swims or a less formal evening meal. Staying for dinner does not always have to mean choosing the fine-dining restaurant.
Baratta Sedici takes its name from Baron Baratta, who bought the former monastery as a summer residence. Classic and signature cocktails use local botanicals and Portofinese flavors, and live music is part of the evening. The bar gives the restored house a social center of its own, with a reason to linger after dinner or make drinks the focus of the night.
Splendido has 53 rooms and suites, including five Signature Suites. An independent private villa is listed separately. Within the hotel, the main building and garden settings offer different outlooks and arrangements. A sea view, extra floor space and a terrace are distinct features, not things that come with every room.
Heritage Garden View rooms are in the Tennis Wing and measure 22 to 39 square meters, with king or twin beds for two guests. Premium Rooms are in the main building, measuring 29 to 33 square meters. They look toward the Gulf of Portofino and add a balcony or terrace listed at 22 square meters. The floor areas overlap, so the Premium category's distinction is its outlook and outdoor space.
The 60-square-meter Baronessa Suite has antiques, floral details and a furnished terrace. Its private-entrance garden connects directly to the hotel pool, giving it an unusual relationship with the grounds. La Dolce Vita Suite occupies the hillside just above the pool. Belmond's current room listing gives it 127 square meters, with sea and pool views, an outdoor shower and a terrace furnished for dining and sunbathing.
San Giorgio Suite stays within the main building. Its views take in the bay and church, and it has both a furnished balcony and a wraparound terrace. It puts the village in the picture as well as the sea. For guests drawn to Portofino itself, that outlook may matter as much as the size of the room.
Portofino's center is a 10- to 15-minute downhill walk from Splendido, and the hotel runs a daytime shuttle to the Piazzetta. The walk and shuttle let you move between the hillside and harbor without treating them as the same setting. Splendido has no traditional beach club; nearby beaches and private lidos are separate outings that the concierge can help arrange. Guests who need step-free routes should discuss the historic hotel's rooms and outdoor paths before booking.
Beyond the village, the hotel lists private boat tours, sunset cruises and kayaking. A guided walk in the Regional Park of Portofino offers a land-based alternative, with routes taking in places such as La Cappelletta and viewpoints around Cala degli Inglesi. San Fruttuoso, reached on foot or by boat, is another focus of the park outings. Pizza making and a pesto masterclass bring the day back to Ligurian food, with something to do as well as taste.
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport is about an hour away by road, depending on traffic. Santa Margherita-Portofino station is roughly a 20-minute drive from the hotel, and private transfers can be arranged. Once at Splendido, the choice is between time in the village, a day along the coast and the hotel itself. The gardens, pool and restored rooms are as much a part of the stay as the harbor below.
The heated seawater pool offers a place to swim above Portofino Bay, useful when you want water time without arranging a beach visit.
Dior Spa's rooftop terrace gives you somewhere to linger after a treatment, with shaded loungers and views across the Ligurian coast.
The tennis court and available lessons add a sporting option to your stay, so your days need not revolve around the harbour.
Salita Baratta 16, 16034 Portofino, Italy
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Splendido is best for travelers who want classic Portofino glamour above the harbor, with bay views, Belmond service, gardens, a pool, Dior Spa, refined dining, and easy access to the Piazzetta.
Splendido is set above Portofino on the Ligurian coast, with views over the bay and village. The hillside location feels calmer than staying directly on the harbor.
Splendido has 61 redesigned rooms and suites. The smaller scale, sea views, terraces, and garden setting help the hotel feel like a refined coastal retreat rather than a large resort.
The hotel combines a former monastery setting, Portofino views, gardens, terraces, polished service, and a strong sense of Riviera history. It feels private while still keeping the village close.
Yes. Splendido is a strong first-Portofino choice because it gives guests the classic bay view, calm hillside space, concierge support, village access, dining, spa time, and a pool.
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