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4.5 out of 5

"A magnificent hotel. Beautiful rooms and an amazing private beach with the infinity pools. Really worth it. Improvement: Would be great to offer a s ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sat 06 Feb 2021

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Classic Double Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Exclusive Double Room, Sea View

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Superior Double Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Junior Suite

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Classic Queen

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Superior Queen

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Marina di Rapallo. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and 2 restaurants are available.

  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine with ocean views at Ristorante Lord Byron, one of the property's 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include babysitting, a lifeguard on-site and dry cleaning/laundry
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, a gym and yoga classes
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • Steps from Marina di Rapallo and 7 minutes on foot from San Michele di Pagana Beach
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)

Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast ratings based on 26 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast

Everyone (14) Couples (8) Family (3)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 13 Aug 2023

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3 Sep 2023 by Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast

Gent.mo Sig. Francesco, La ringraziamo per aver condiviso il Suo giudizio positivo sulla nostra struttura e confidiamo di poterLa accogliere presto nuovamente all'Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast. Con i nostri migliori saluti, Aldo Werdin Direttore Generale

5 out of 5

Posted by on 2 Aug 2023

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4 Aug 2023 by Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast

Dear Mr Salama, we thank you for sharing your positive review regarding the Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast. We hope we’ll have the pleasure of welcoming you sooner back again. Kind regards, Aldo Werdin General Manager

5 out of 5
A magnificent hotel. Beautiful rooms and an amazing private beach with the infinity pools. Really worth it. Improvement: Would be great to offer a shuttle bus from the train station to the hotel.

Posted by on 6 Feb 2021

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6 Feb 2021 by Excelsior Palace Hotel Rapallo

Dear Guest, we are delighted to read that you enjoyed the experience of being our Guest. We hope we’ll have the pleasure of welcoming you sooner back again and all the Excelsior Staff assure you of their personal assistance at all times. Warmest regards from the Portofino Coast, Aldo Werdin General Manager

5 out of 5

Amazing

Just go and stay there, the staff are friendly and helpful the hotel is beautiful you feel like movie star for your stay there.

Posted by on 1 Jul 2015

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5 out of 5
Besser geht gar nicht

Posted by on 6 Feb 2024

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8 Feb 2024 by Exclesior Palace Portofino Coast

Dear Mr. Rolf,We would like to thank you for your review, your opinion is very important for us because it gives us new insights and valuable inspiration to make things better and to continue with dedication our work, to pursue our goals. We are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay with us and sincerely hope to welcoming you soon again! Kindest regards from Rapallo, Aldo Werdin General Manager

5 out of 5

Posted by on 4 Feb 2024

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22 Mar 2024 by Exclesior Palace Portofino Coast

Dear Mr. Matthias,thank you for having chosen the Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast for your stay on the Italian Riviera and for your amazing review! We are extremely glad to hear that you did enjoy your stay with us and we're looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Warmest regards, Aldo Werdin General Manager

1 out of 5

Posted by on 23 Jan 2024

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26 Jan 2024 by Exclesior Palace Portofino Coast

Dear Ms. Maria,this review leaves us speachless. We really do not understand how your discontent might have been created. It seems that, during your recent three overnights stay, no mention about your disappointment was reported to any member of the Staff, nor at the Reception, neither during the Dinner at our Restaurant, despite your were asked for a feedback. It is a shame as we would have loved to listen your suggestions and find together a solution.We might assume that even the free upgrade to an Exclusive room, with terrace and sea view has not been appreciated.We are awfully sorry about this score, so in case you wish to add more details to let us better understand what caused such a level of dissatisfactiont, please contact us, any time. Kind regards, Aldo Werdin General Manager

5 out of 5
Magnifique hôtel, presque un musée ! Personnel aux petits soins et chambres propres. Alentours également magnifiques

Posted by on 29 Dec 2023

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5 Jan 2024 by Exclesior Palace Portofino Coast

Dear Ms. Patricia,we'd like to thank you for your review, your opinion is very important for us because it gives us new insights and valuable inspiration to make things better and to continue with dedication our work, to pursue our goals. We are delighted to know you enjoyed your stay with us and sincerely hope to welcoming you soon again! Kindest regards from Rapallo,Aldo Werdin General Manager

5 out of 5
Le luxe, l’ambiance, le décor classique XVIIIe, la vue mer.

Posted by on 7 Nov 2023

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12 Nov 2023 by Exclesior Palace Portofino Coast

Cher Mr Jacques,Nous vous remercions pour votre commentaire positif suivant votre récent séjour à l’Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast. Nous sommes ravis que vous avez bien aimé notre Hôtel et nous vous attendons tôt chez nous! Avec nos salutations les plus distinguées. Aldo Werdin General Manager

5 out of 5
Ich & meine Tochter waren 2 Übernachtungen da . War sehr gut , Personal super freundlich , zuvorkommend & hilfsbereit. Das Zimmer schön mit Balkon & Blick aufs Meer wirklich fantastisch , nur einbrachen eng . Aber die Einrichtung die Antiquitäten & Möbel einfach ein Traum , da ich ein grosser Fan von Antiquitäten Möbel use. bin Schade waren die Pools nicht in Takt

Posted by on 11 Feb 2023

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14 Feb 2023 by Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast

Dear Ms Alfonsina, we thank you for sharing your positive review regarding the Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast.We hope we’ll have the pleasure of welcoming you sooner back again!With our warmest regards,Aldo WerdinGeneral Manager

About the Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast

Location Via San Michele Di Pagana 8, Rapallo, GE 16035

Renovations + Closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 January to 24 April:

  • One of the dining venues
  • Beach
  • Swimming pool

Property Features

Simply step outside to unwind on the hotel's beach. Sit back and relax on the beach with free beach club on site, umbrellas, and sunloungers. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast such as an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Free breakfast is available daily. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast was completed in January 2023.

  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • 6458 sq ft of conference space
  • 600 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1901
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Bar by the pool

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • On private beach
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • In-room childcare (surcharge)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Valet parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Rapallo Station (1.3 km / 0.8 mi)
  • Parking: Valet parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast offers 119 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature down duvets. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, dressing gowns, slippers and bidets. This Rapallo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and free toiletries. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Down blanket
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Dressing gowns
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Bidet
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Blackout curtains
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or cupboard
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Food & Drink

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Ristorante Lord Byron – Overlooking the ocean, this seafood restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.

EdenRoc Lounge&Restaurant – This beachfront seafood restaurant specialises in seafood and serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required. Open selected days.

Yachting Bar – This lobby lounge serves breakfast and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Sporting Bar – This poolside bar only serves light fare. Open selected days.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

Children aged under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site
  • Pilates classes on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Spa Services

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 5 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

  • Number of treatment rooms 5
  • Massages on beach
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massage
  • Detoxification wrap
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time ends at midnight
  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 120.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 120.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 18 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmationService animals are exempt from fees.

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking and high chair

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Long-term renters welcome

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Please note: pets are permitted in the beach club for an additional fee (max 4 pets allowed).

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking and high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector in all accommodation.

  • One child stays free
  • Car recommended
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Long-term renters welcome
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on-site
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Food service has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Children stay free - maximum age 3
  • Guests are not provided with hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property follows regional sanitisation guidelines Safe Hospitality National Protocol (Italy)
  • Property registry number - 010046-ALB-0033
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 4.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: EUR 20 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 120.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 120.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Excelsior Palace
  • Excelsior Palace Hotel
  • Excelsior Palace Hotel Rapallo
  • Excelsior Palace Rapallo
  • Hotel Excelsior Palace
  • Excelsior Palace Hotel
  • Excelsior Portofino Coast
  • Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast Hotel
  • Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast Rapallo
  • Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast Hotel Rapallo

You should know

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in September.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To adhere to national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 01 October to 30 April.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Awards & Affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

National Rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

  • Country specific national/official rating the local rating authority
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