Hotel Splendido-located on the gorgeous Ligurian coastline, on a hilltop above the main Portofino city, surrounded by acres of virgin woodlands and terraced gardens filled with cypresses and agaves-is one of the most coveted addresses on Italian Riviera that has played holiday home to many Hollywood celebrities and members of the jet-set club. It is one of Italy's best hotels whose romance, history and dignified luxury escape none.

Villa Baratta, it original name, was a 4-storey 16th century monastery that was turned into a hotel at the beginning of the 20th century. While the original villa stands above Portofino (the playground of the rich and the famous), Hotel Splendido has added another wing-Splendido Mare-near the main piazza. With its spectacular bay setting, mesmerizing views and impeccable service, Hotel Splendido figures amongst the best hotels in Portofino.

A stay at the reputed, romantic, and historic Hotel Splendido rooms and suites offers enchanting views of the bay along with the opulence befitting the distinguished guests, used to the very best in luxury and comfort.

There is no dearth of outdoor activities to draw you out from the luxurious comforts of your rooms and suites. Besides the Health and Wellness Center, a Beauty Farm, oval-shaped heated saltwater swimming pool surrounded by the magnificent woods and gardens, sundecks, golf, and tennis, you can also go down to the rugged coastline and indulge in a variety of beach and water activities. From swimming, boating and sunbathing, to scuba diving, snorkeling or yachting.

To begin or end your day on a high note, you can always call upon room service for meals. If in-room dining is not the thing for you, choose from the award-winning restaurants and bars to enhance your languid evenings.