San Remo's four-star Hotel Miramare is a gem of a hotel in a gem of a location. It has private access to the beach and extensive gardens, making for a peaceful, tranquil stay. A heated sea-water swimming pool is at the guests' disposal. Hotel Miramare Continental Palace, Imperia
The Hotel Paradiso is well deserved of its name, as it sits facing the Ligurian Sea, in picturesque San Remo on the Italian Riviera. Hotel Paradiso, Imperia
This three-star hotel in Genoa is part of the Best Western international hotel chain and is centrally located in Genoa's historic and commercial district. The Teatro dell'Opera and Palazzo Ducale are both within easy walking distance. Best Western Metropoli, Genoa
The Grand Hotel Bristol is a four-star Italian Riviera hotel. It lies in the picturesque resort of Rapallo, overlooking the Gulf of Tigullio. The hotel has 86 sumptuous en-suite rooms, each decorated in soothing pastels and offering fabulous views. Grand Hotel Bristol, Genoa
Hotel Rosa is a welcoming, family-run hotel in the attractive Ligurian seaside resort of Alassio. This Italian hotel has been owned and run by the Masoero family since 1954. There are 52 comfortable en-suite rooms all with satellite TV, direct-dial telephone and internet connection point. Hotel Rosa, Savona
Liguria - On the Riviera di Levante, Hotel Stella Maris is the perfect answer for those who want to be in the heart of things, yet escape the bustling crowds. Hotel Stella Maris, La Spezia
Hotel Nazionale, Liguria Coast - This stylish, friendly family-run hotel in Levanto is a great base for excursions to La Spezia and the Cinque Terre, and is conveniently situated for both town and beach. Hotel Nazionale, La Spezia
Set in the lovely beach resort of Diano Marina, on Italy's Riviera Ponente, the 3-star Hotel Palace faces a sandy beach, and is connected to the center of town via the beach promenade. Hotel Palace, Imperia
