Diana Grand Hotel ★★★★

Breathe in the sea air and listen to the gentle lapping of the sea from your elegant and comfortable contemporary room at the four-star Diana Grand Hotel. Bright and spacious, they come well-equipped and offer gorgeous views, and the chosen combination of materials, finishes and soft shapes creates a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere for your stay here.

Enjoy the heated panoramic swimming pool, one of the hotel's highlights – strategically positioned, it allows guests to use it from spring through to autumn due to its indoor location and glass door offering an incomparable sea view, distinguishing it from others in the area it can be used whatever the weather without missing the stunning panorama. Make sure to indulge in the delightful Wellness Centre and book a luxurious massage.

Of course, you'll have the sea on your doorstep, so make the most of the Diana Beach Club, with 80 stations equipped with sun loungers, a shady parasol and access to the lovely and casual La Marina Restaurant and Beach Bar for delicious food and refreshing cocktails. For something more formal, there is also Diana Gourmet, headed by a star-awarded chef and an American lounge bar that is popular both for an aperitif and for retiring to post-dinner.

From the hotel, you can easily walk into town and explore the typical Ligurian alley referred to as "Budello" - meaning the "gut" which runs parallel to the seafront promenade, explore its boutique shops, tasty delis and rustic cafes. Head to the "Pontile Bestoso" pier for pretty views over the town, followed by a visit to the famous Muretto (little wall) in front of Caffè Roma - a wall of signed coloured tiles designed by Mario Berrino in collaboration with Ernest Hemingway. In the evening, take in the breathtaking sunsets and eat a romantic, candlelit dinner at one of the many beachfront restaurants.