Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino  

Perched on a sunlit hillside above Portofino's glittering harbor, this luxury hotel in Portofino feels like a refined summer home. It's minutes from Portofino Marina, the Piazzetta, Church of St. Martin, Paraggi Beach and Castello Brown, with a complimentary shuttle into town.

Housed in a former monastery with a wisteria-clad façade, the property mixes old-world glamour and Ligurian color: terraced, palm-filled gardens and plenty of quiet corners. The 67 individually decorated rooms and suites echo the coast’s palette, many with balconies or terraces and sea views.

Wake up to sea-breeze mornings beside a heated saltwater pool that overlooks the bay. There’s a wellness centre offering massages, body treatments and facials, a gym, outdoor tennis court, kids’ Smile Club, poolside bar and a piano bar; motorboat hire and tailor-made tours—sunset cruises, Cinque Terre excursions and local tastings—are available.

A business centre and complimentary wireless internet keep you connected, while valet parking, concierge and laundry/dry-cleaning services simplify logistics. Babysitting/childcare is available for families.

Dine at two on-site restaurants including a celebrated terrace restaurant serving exceptional Italian cuisine overlooking the bay, plus a poolside restaurant and piano bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily and 24-hour room service is offered.