Splendido Mare, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino

From the prime location to the amazing rooms and the warmth of the team, the Splendido Mare is one of the best hotels we have stayed in.

We realize that Hotel Splendido Mare in Portofino does not need another positive, glowing review:  It's hardly a secret.  So we write this only to say that the accolades are really, honestly all true.  During our very brief stay this December, we appreciated luxurious amenities (including the lovely added touch of a glorious vase of freshly-cut flowers in our room), but it was the staff who made our stay especially memorable: they pampered us discreetly, and with such a warm sense of welcome —and we did not even dress the part!   Sometimes , when a place is so well-known, there is a risk of overstated expectations.  Our stay was simply perfect.

Staying at Splendido Mare in Portofino is the kind of experience that stays with you long after you leave. From the moment you arrive, the entire staff makes you feel like at home. Their attention to detail is extraordinary, warm and discreet, and every need anticipated. It’s hospitality elevated to an art form. The rooms had a refined elegance that perfectly mirrors the charm of Portofino itself. Soft tones, curated décor, and a sense of understated luxury create an atmosphere where relaxation comes naturally. You don’t just stay in the room, you live in it in every moment, from the morning to the quiet evening. Splendido Mare is more than a hotel; it’s a jewel set in the heart of Portofino Bay. A stay here feels like stepping into a world where time slows down, beauty surrounds you, and every detail is designed to make you feel cherished. It’s a life experience that everyone should treat themselves to at least once.

Memories were made for life with priceless family time surrounded by beautiful people and talented young professionals staff members

I would like to thank everyone at Splendido Mare for welcoming us to their most incredible resort, especially Michela and Filippo who always go above and beyond making our stay incredible. Their incredible service and kindness makes for the most magical stay. We thank you and everyone else who work so hard for making our holidays so memorable! Your kindness and all of your help is greatly appreciated. The property and location is perfect, the rooms are incredible and we absolutely love being able to spend the days at Bagni Fiore and the Splendido Pool. And our favorite meal of them all is at Dav Mare! We cannot wait to return to your magical hotel! Thank you Michela and Filippo!