Hotel Punta San Martino  

Perched on a green hill above Arenzano, this beach hotel looks out over the Bay of Genoa and the Ligurian Riviera. You're minutes from Arenzano Beach, Spiaggia Libera and the Golf Tennis Club Pineta di Arenzano. Beigua Regional Nature Park and the Aquarium of Genoa are a short drive away.

Seventy-five individually decorated rooms with minibars and flat-screen TVs give each stay its own vibe. Bathrooms feature rainfall showerheads and bathtubs or showers, plus safes and desks; daily housekeeping keeps things tidy. A panoramic funicular from the hotel drops you down to the beach and cycling promenade. The property is pet-friendly and set in Mediterranean scrub for sea-view mornings.

Dip into two outdoor pools, lounge at the solarium or hit the fitness center. Poolside bar and a bar/lounge keep the cocktails flowing. Family-friendly extras include a kids' playroom and babysitting (surcharge). Concierge, free Wi‑Fi across the property and onsite parking are available; a 24‑hour front desk helps with transfers and local tours.

Conference hall and meeting spaces make this a solid pick for small events. Complimentary Wi‑Fi and concierge services support business needs. An airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

La Punta restaurant serves pool-view dinners while a complimentary buffet breakfast gets the day started. There's also a coffee shop for snacks and a poolside bar, with limited room service available.