Hotels Near Cubilla American Bar in Nervi

I’ve been staying in 5 star hotels since I first checked in to the Crillon in Paris in 1970 and the Meliá in Genoa is one of the best I’ve ever stayed in. Elegant decor, very comfortable and above all smiling and very efficient service. A particular thanks to Francesca, who went over and beyond a guest relations manager’s duty to organise perfect accommodation.

Excellent modern mini suites in a renovated building just across the road from the Principe train station and on the main street to the historic centre, about 10 mins walk away. (Palazzo Real is on the same street). Entrance to the hotel, like many of the other old buildings is very narrow so take care not to miss it. Surrounded by cafes and restaurants but still pretty quiet. We had a separate bedroom linked to a small sitting area with a super large armchair, desk, mini fridge and tea and coffee making facilities and even a couple of biccies. Bed and pillows were really comfortable. Bathroom was also reasonable size with modern fittings, a shower cubicle (no bath) and complimentary shower gel and body lotion. A buffet breakfast is usually available for 7 euro we were told but was closed due to covid. This was not an issue as there is a decent cafe next door and several others to choose from close by as well. My only criticism was that there was no heating in the room. We could only get the air con to blow out cold air and as it was pretty chilly and wet during our stay, we could really have done with a bit of warmth.

A big hotel with clean rooms! There are many halls nearby! The hotel waiters are enthusiastic about helping travelers. Most importantly, it is close to the station, and it is especially convenient to travel to and from Milan! I have lived three times and love it every time!

This hotel was wonderful! Our extended family ranged in age from 8 to 92 and stayed for 9 nights in 6 beautiful rooms. The hotel is gorgeous, especially the pools and terraces along the sea. You access the beach club via an attached walkway/bride which was easy to navigate. The service at every point was prefect. We especially loved the Lord Byron restaurant and the Yacht Bar. I was a little afraid we would run out of things to do being there for 9 days, but we never did. We took the train to Cinque Terre (the pesto making class at Nessun Dorma was amazing!), short ferry rides to San Fruttuoso and Portofino, and short cab rides into Santa Margarita. Between those excursions, gorgeous pools and swimming in the ocean, we had plenty to do. Overall this hotel was outstanding!

Most people visit Portofino by ferryboat from Santa Margharita. They may stay for lunch or early dinner and then go back to their hotels away from Portofino. If you desire to experience Portofino at night it is best to stay overnight in one of the few hotels on location. In the evening the place quiets down and reveals its true charm. Fewer people patronize the restaurants. The ambience is truly extraordinary. We originally had booked a room at the Eight Hotel in Paraggi. Unfortunately, when we arrived there was only one room left and with our luggage it turned out to be too small for comfort. When we brought up the dilemma to the reception clerk we were immediately contacted by the hotel director, Christian. He offered us a bigger room at their sister hotel in Portofino at no additional conditions. He volunteered to have us taken there by a company clerk in their own limo - a rare, old Fiat 500 with two passenger rows. When we got there he had already moved there himself in order to be able to welcome us personally and to show us around the small, but intimate hotel. What a service! p.s. the hotel only serves breakfast, but is more than happy to refer you to the local restaurant scene.

Only four or five minutes walk from the railway station with wheeled baggage and very easy to find, it is also only a couple of minutes from the beach area as well as numerous restaurants and bars, as well as the tourist ferry to Portofino and Santa Mergherita Ligure. The only downside at time of writing with regards location is the construction work going on right outside the hotel, however it didn't really cause much of an issue with regards noise or dust. Check-in and out were quick and easy and done with a smile. The double room we had was a fair size with a fridge, shower in a bathtub, comfortable bed and pillows, good wifi, a safety-deposit box and air-conditioning. Plenty of space. But no kettle with instant coffee/tea like most 4 start hotels I have been in when in Italy. Breakfast is strange. Advertised from 07:00 to 10:00. If you arrive at 07:00 there is cereal, yoghurt, fresh fruit, croissants, pastries as well as two types of cold meat and cheese as well as bread and hard boiled eggs. But sitting on the counter is a big metal food retainer of the sort used to keep scrambled eggs, bacon/sausages normally......but nothing in it except hot water and a spoon in front of it. I asked and was told that they don't fill it until 08:00. Don't know what with but presumably bacon, sausages, scrambled egg or similar. So if o go for breakfast at 07:00 to 08:00 you won't get any of that, only if you from 08:00 onwards. I felt like returning for a second breakfast at 08:00 !! Rather strange way of ding things, advertising breakfast at 07:00 but the full breakfast buffet is not actually available until 08:00. And that is my only gripe. Otherwise, a decent hotel although by no means cheap and yet not luxurious.

The hotel rooms are very very beautiful, the sea view is very beautiful, especially the restaurant, and the view of the swimming pool are first-class, I will choose here again.