Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast

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Scored 9.1
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.5

About this property

Featuring panoramic views of Portofino Bay, Excelsior Palace is a luxury 5-star hotel offering 2 restaurants, sun terraces and spacious rooms, many with sea views. Breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner are served at the on-site Lord Byron restaurant, overlooking Tigullio Gulf. The à-la-carte Eden Roc restaurant is at the private beach, open in summer for both lunch and dinner. Featuring free WiFi, rooms at the Excelsior Palace come with air conditioning and satellite TVs. The private bathroom includes luxurious bathrobes and slippers. The wellness center features a gym with sea view. Guests can treat themselves to a massage or beauty treatment. On-site facilities also include 2 snack bars. From June to September, guests can also access a private beach with 2 infinity pools. Portofino is 4.3 mi from the hotel, reached along the scenic SP227 coast road. Rapallo Station is a 5-minute taxi ride away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 1-night stay!

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Buffet

Rooms with:

  • Sea view

Private parking at the hotel

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Recommended for 2 adults

1 × Superior Double or Twin Room
Price for:
Max. people: 2
Beds: 1 twin bed , 1 queen bed
Free cancellation before November 2, 2025
No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Breakfast included
$273 per night
Price $273
1 night, 2 adults
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Junior Suite with Sea View
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Buffet breakfast included
  • 1 queen bed
$610 for 1 night
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Suite with Sea View
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  • 1 queen bed
$946 for 1 night
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Superior Double or Twin Room
Recommended for 2 adults
  • 1 twin bed and
  • 1 queen bed

Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned twin/double room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a wardrobe as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

1 room
258 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Attached bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproof
Minibar
Free Wifi
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Safe
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Cleaning products
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Telephone
  • Satellite channels
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
Max. people: 2
$273 per night
Price $273
Excluded: € 5 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before November 2, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Exclusive Double Room
  • 1 queen bed

Featuring a balcony with views of Portofino Gulf or Rapallo Bay, this spacious room features free WiFi and private bathroom.

1 room
301 feet²
Balcony
View
Air conditioning
Attached bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproof
Minibar
Free Wifi
Max. people: 2
$368 per night
Price $368
Excluded: € 5 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before November 2, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max. people: 1
Only for 1 guest
$331 per night
Price $331
Excluded: € 5 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before November 2, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Junior Suite with Sea View
  • 1 queen bed

This spacious Junior Suite offers a view either of Rapallo Bay or the Portofino Coast, free WiFi, and a bow window.

Private suite
431 feet²
Sea view
Air conditioning
Attached bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproof
Minibar
Free Wifi
Max. people: 2
$610 per night
Price $610
Excluded: € 5 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before November 2, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Suite with Sea View
  • 1 queen bed

This spacious suite offers a furnished balcony with panoramic views of the Portofino Gulf or of Rapallo Bay, a living area with a TV and free WiFi.

Private suite
538 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
Air conditioning
Attached bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Soundproof
Minibar
Free Wifi
Max. people: 2
$946 per night
Price $946
Excluded: € 5 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before November 2, 2025
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Judith
    United States United States
    “The whole front desk staff was amazing! It was our 40th anniversary and they went over and above to make it special! We had the best time. The room , the gifts, everything was greatly appreciated. We will tell all of family and friends. Thank you”
  • Michal
    United States United States
    “The rooms are big and the view is beautiful the breakfast was fantastic and the service was excellent!”
  • Jennine
    United States United States
    “It is gorgeous if you want to be spoiled in every way.”
  • Joanne
    United States United States
    “The location is perfect for walking to downtown Rapallo and the coastal view from our room was spectacular. The pool area is gorgeous and the entire property is flawless.”
  • Madison
    United States United States
    “We stayed here for two nights as the last stop on our honeymoon and were blow away upon arrival. We had high expectations given the online photos and location but were swept off our feet. We originally had booked a standard room but Giacomo and...”
  • Harry
    France France
    “Above all the prestigious building and decoration with extensive arts (painting, antique furniture), exceptional Location & comprehensive resort service (although swimming was limited), feeling at home and welcomed by valuable personnel especially...”
  • Cosmin
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “My wife and I had a wonderful stay at the Excelsior Palace in Rapallo. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth and smiles. The service was excellent, our room was clean, and the view was breathtaking. The hotel is in a fantastic...”
  • Wardah
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    “Location is good. Rooms are clean. Stuff is helpful”
  • Helena
    United States United States
    “The property is so dreamy and beautiful. The service was impeccable. The concierge at the front desk were both amazing. Lily at the breakfast restaurant was sooo awesome. My husband and I are coming back for sure”
  • Marcela
    Colombia Colombia
    “The location it’s beautiful! Private beach and nice pool. Great food at the restaurant”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
  • Eden Roc summer Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean • Pizza • Seafood • Local
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free
  • Lord Byron
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean • Seafood • Local
    • Ambience
      Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free

House rules

Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free
4 - 14 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 115 per child, per night
15+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 125 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that access to all wellness center services, outdoor swimming-pool and beach club are included. The private beach area is available from the beginning of June until the end of September.

Please note that half and full board rates include 3 courses and do not include drinks.

Please note that surcharges apply for pets, both for staying in the hotel and separately for access to the beach club. Only small-sized pets are allowed at the property.

Please note that a garage with CCTV surveillance is also available at an additional cost.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

Restaurant: Closed from Wed, Oct 1, 2025 until Sun, May 31, 2026

Pool 2 – outdoor: Closed from Wed, Oct 1, 2025 until Sun, May 31, 2026

License number: 010046-ALB-0033, IT010046A17PKKRS3I