Portovenere

Grand Hotel Portovenere

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Find inspiration at Grand Hotel Portovenere. This converted 16th-century Franciscan monastery sits at the direct point where the UNESCO-designated Cinque Terre meets the celebrated Gulf of Poets. Simple, modern decor and a soft palette create a soothing ambience in the 46 rooms; the higher the floor, the better the pinch-me views over the sea and Palmaria Island. Soak it all in over Rossinis on the Venus Bar’s veranda or contemporary regional fare in the restaurant. You can join the chef for a pesto-making class, visit oyster farms in La Spezia, or delve into the area’s viticulture.

Via Giuseppe Garibaldi 5, 19025 Portovenere, Italy
Grand Hotel Portovenere

About Grand Hotel Portovenere

Insider tip

The Cinque Terre ferry dock lies directly outside. For a more lyrical tour of the Gulf of Poets, set sail aboard the hotel’s restored wooden fishing boat, accompanied by a local poet and guitarist.

In the hotel’s own words

Portovenere is a charming village that sits on the point connecting the spectacular Cinque Terre to the inspirational Gulf of the Poets. From Portovenere, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is easy to visit nearby attractions such as the Cinque Terre, Lerici and Tuscany – by boat, car or train.

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Grand Hotel Portovenere is located on the most panoramic point of Portovenere, overlooking the sea and the island of Palmaria, between Cinque Terre and the Gulf of Poets,

A XVII century monastery turned into a hotel after a careful renovation with a special attention to maintaining the original architectural features and an understated elegance, our hotel is the only 5-star property in Cinque Terre.

46 rooms featuring breathtaking views over the town and the island of Palmaria. Not a room with a bad view and all of them reflecting the pastel colors of the surrounding landscape through a modern and sophisticated design.

At Palmaria Restaurant dishes are a mix of tradition and modern creativity. Regional recipes are reviewed with a contemporary twist. The coolest place, day and night, is the outdoor terrace with breathtaking views over the town, the castle and the sea.

The property sits right in front of the harbor where ferry boats run daily to the villages of the Cinque Terre. Each village has a train station making travel between the towns quick and easy. You can reach La Spezia Train Station either with our hotel’s transfer service, or by car. Our hotel offers you parking right in the center of Portovenere, for a stress-free vacation and easy way to explore the Italian Riviera!

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  • $100 hotel credit per stay
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Rooms and suites

7 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Bed options
1Classic double
Classic double rooms are located throughout the hotel and have a view of the internal courtyard. Cozy and bright, these rooms include a sitting area and a full marble bathroom. · Location: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th floors
View: Inner Courtyard
One Queen Bed/Two Euro-Single Beds
2Executive double
Offering a sea view, each Execuive double room features a unique space that may include a small terrace or balcony. They offer a sitting area and a full marble bathroom. · Location: 3rd, 4th, and 5th floors
View: Sea and Marina Views
One Queen Bed/Two Euro-Single Beds
3Deluxe double
Located in various corners of our historic building, these rooms are bright and spacious, featuring large windows overlooking the sea. Some of the Deluxe double rooms include spacious terraces, while others highlight the extraordinary and antique characteristics of the hotel.
View: Sea and Marina Views
One King Bed/Two Euro-Single Beds Extra Bed: One Crib
4Scriptorium Studio
This room is composed by two separate areas. The living area features a sofa bed and a writing desk reminiscent of the historic convent’s Scriptorium, devoted to the writing of manuscripts by monastic scribes. · Location: 3rd, 4th, and 5th floors
View: Marina and Courtyard, with the Gulf of Poets in the distance
One King Bed/Two Euro-Single Beds Extra Bed: Sofa Bed
Suites
Bed options
5Cloister Terrace J. Suite
Featuring a panoramic terrace under the arches that belonged to the cloister of the ancient convent, our Junior Suites showcase the beauty and history of Portovenere. · Location: 2nd floor
View: Sea and Marina Views
One King Bed/Two Euro-Single Beds
6Suite Dei Poeti
The Suite overlooks the Gulf that has enchanted Poets and Painters from all over the world and from which it takes its name.
7Suite Del Castello
Our Suite del Castello gets its name from Doria Castle, which sits majestically overlooking the village of Portovenere. Composed of one bedroom, a living area and two bathrooms, our suite offers its guests the chance to bask in the warm Mediterranean sun on the room’s 75sqm terrace while sipping an aperitif.

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