Imperiale Palace Hotel

Property is absolutely beautiful with so much history yet with modern amenities. Pool/beach area was absolutely amazing, great view and attention to detail. I highly recommend this hotel and would go back again

Great service, reception,restaurant, room service, parking concierge, location, views.

This grand old gem was an amazing hotel with so much character. The linen was amazing, the rooms were large and spacious. The bar was incredible, and the breakfast was amazing. The pool and beach facility were incredible , clean and service was spot on, The only issue was their wifi that keep dropping

First time staying at the Hotel and was pleasantly surprised with everything, whilst it is typically Italian in design/furniture it has a lovely terrace..the pool/beach area is lovely with its own bar/restaurant which has great service...the town is a ten minute walk where there are lots of nice restaurants/shops/bars...all the staff are very friendly and attentive..I can't find anything to fault! I would definatley go back

About as good of a stay as you can get in Italy. We would recommend it. Three things we didn’t love that aren’t deal breakers but worth noting; - TVs in the room are from 2015 and are laughably small. They also constantly lose cable access - Pool and Beach drink service is terrible. They come around to the chairs maybe 4x in a whole day, so you have to constantly take trips up to the bar yourself. They also serve everything in cheap plastic cups that cause the drinks to warm up way too quickly - Pool and Beach chairs are very old and uncomfortable, especially if you’re taller than 5’10. They do have a face shade which is nice for reading through

Absolutely loved this hotel and Santa Margherita de Ligure. It’s a fantastic place to stay, the area is absolutely beautiful and so easy to get around, the hotel is elegant, the staff are so friendly and welcoming, and the food was fantastic quality. The breakfasts were superb, the patisserie worthy of Paul Hollywood. We ate once in the evening and it was v good but v expensive and there are some excellent restaurants in Santa Margherita. The poolside service was a bit slow- they bed a bit of training there, but tvat is a mi or matter. I’m telling everyone I know to go there, we loved it so much. Just one word of caution - you do need to be moderately fit or at least not completely unfit - the hotel is on a hill with fantastic views but it’s 130 steps down to the sea. We definitely came back fitter than we left - just as well with all that gorgeous patisserie at breakfast

Sono stato due notti e tre giorni in questa splendida struttura, ho goduto appieno della prima colazione (completa per europei e non), del suo affaccio sul mare (comodo per bagnarsi o solo per per prendere il sole), della piscina, della palestra (dotata di aria condizionata e dei macchinari più recenti) e del servizio di altissima qualità. Il personale è molto educato e amichevole. Penso di tornarci ancora in futuro perchè questa esperienza è stata veramente soddisfacente.

Hard to imagine the view from the room, terrace or restaurant, beautiful hotel, very nice pool, good, tasty food

Mkt fint och gammalt hotell. Underbart läge med egen badvik. Men mkt lyhört och gamla elkontakter - gammalt hotell helt enkelt. Städade sjukt mkt och borde tänka på miljön mer.

The staff is first class. Everyone is at the same "nice" level. The room was a great size in every sense. Quiet, as well. The amenities were located well and I used the pool, gym, beach, restuarant, the bar (again the bar). As per the food served, the breakfast was filled with very good meats, cheeses, pastries, different omelettes, bread, yogurt, and much more. There is a lot more compliment the Imperiale Palace, so it goes without saying...I will be back!

OLD PROPERTY IN IMPECABLE CONDITIONS.

Every year standard of maintenance seems to improve. Charming head waiter always full of smiles and friendly greeting. Best rooms have a bit of road noise when windows open but are completely quiet when windows and shutters closd

Exelente atendimento de todos funcionários, voltaremos hotel e lindo super renovado comida deliciosa

This grand old gem was an amazing hotel with so much character. The linen was amazing, the rooms were large and spacious. The bar was incredible, and the breakfast was amazing. The pool and beach facility were incredible , clean and service was spot on, The only issue was their wifi that keep dropping

Our room had a terrible order due to a baby next door. The smell was so bad we had to keep our door and windows open. We asked for a new room and they could not accommodate us so we asked for a discount because the room did not meet our full-price expectations. It was unbearable at times. They staff refused to even offer a discount. Very unfortunate. The situation was not their fault but it wasn't ours either. Situations happen and they should have taken care of us.

Ingen A/C i badrum. Dålig funktion på A/C i rummen-varmt-samtliga hade svårt att sova pga varmt rum. En dusch hade inte kall vatten på 24 timmar.

Mkt fint och gammalt hotell. Underbart läge med egen badvik. Men mkt lyhört och gamla elkontakter - gammalt hotell helt enkelt. Städade sjukt mkt och borde tänka på miljön mer.

convenient location, friendly staff, clean and quiet

Chambres très petites pour le orix Air conditionné trop froid difficile à régler Navette voiture pour le retour de la plage très absente Taxi pour porto fino hors de prix

Every year standard of maintenance seems to improve. Charming head waiter always full of smiles and friendly greeting. Best rooms have a bit of road noise when windows open but are completely quiet when windows and shutters closd

About as good of a stay as you can get in Italy. We would recommend it. Three things we didn’t love that aren’t deal breakers but worth noting; - TVs in the room are from 2015 and are laughably small. They also constantly lose cable access - Pool and Beach drink service is terrible. They come around to the chairs maybe 4x in a whole day, so you have to constantly take trips up to the bar yourself. They also serve everything in cheap plastic cups that cause the drinks to warm up way too quickly - Pool and Beach chairs are very old and uncomfortable, especially if you’re taller than 5’10. They do have a face shade which is nice for reading through

Faultless experience! This beautiful hotel has the best views of Santa Margherita and Portfino. Our suite with balcony and sea views was spacious and beautifully decorated with 2 bathrooms and a separate sitting room. The staff were excellent and breakfast on the terrace was stunning. For 4 days in May 2025 it felt like a fairytale in a palace.

Ingen A/C i badrum. Dålig funktion på A/C i rummen-varmt-samtliga hade svårt att sova pga varmt rum. En dusch hade inte kall vatten på 24 timmar.

We had a nice suite overlooking the sea . Breakfast was good evening dinners were ok nothing to write home about. They can certainly improve on them. Service staff was good. Might be a good idea to offer a shuttle service into town as you have to walk on Main Street with small side paths .

Power Outlets and WiFi need upgrade

The staff is first class. Everyone is at the same "nice" level. The room was a great size in every sense. Quiet, as well. The amenities were located well and I used the pool, gym, beach, restuarant, the bar (again the bar). As per the food served, the breakfast was filled with very good meats, cheeses, pastries, different omelettes, bread, yogurt, and much more. There is a lot more compliment the Imperiale Palace, so it goes without saying...I will be back!

It is impossible to truly convey the incredible experience we had at this hotel. The room was one of the most beautiful we have seen in over 40 years of traveling. The old world elegance, combined with modern amenities was unbeatable. The history and treasures of the hotel are significant, and a joy for those who value such things. We were there for five days, and decided our last day there just to stay at the hotel and enjoy the absolutely stunning gardens and pool/seaside area. There was not a single staff member in this hotel who was nos not giving 1000%, and it showed. The terraces are magnificent. Breakfast selections were vast, and they offer both casual terrace dining for a light meal, or full on dinner. Beautiful views in every direction. We came in by train and if you have luggage, we suggest the very short taxi ride. You can walk it, but it’s lots of (gorgeous) steps. If you have a chance to stay here, don’t miss this gem! Highest rating we can bestow any property!!!

This is a beautiful hotel with a lovely pool area right on the water. The views are stunning. Our biggest issue was with the beds. They are super hard/firm and incredibly uncomfortable. I would recommend testing the comfort of the bed before accepting a particular room.

Great service, reception,restaurant, room service, parking concierge, location, views.

Friendly, professional, altogether excellent service and a wonderful stay!

About as good of a stay as you can get in Italy. We would recommend it. Three things we didn’t love that aren’t deal breakers but worth noting; - TVs in the room are from 2015 and are laughably small. They also constantly lose cable access - Pool and Beach drink service is terrible. They come around to the chairs maybe 4x in a whole day, so you have to constantly take trips up to the bar yourself. They also serve everything in cheap plastic cups that cause the drinks to warm up way too quickly - Pool and Beach chairs are very old and uncomfortable, especially if you’re taller than 5’10. They do have a face shade which is nice for reading through

We really loved our stay at the hotel. All the staff are so welcoming and kind and go out of their way to make you have the best time. The food at the hotel in our view is the best in the area, with outstanding seafood linguine and seared tuna. The live music on the terrace in the evening created a really romantic atmosphere and created some treasured memories. The private beach also a real advantage, together with the short walking distance to town from the hotel. Un abbraccio to all the staff!

Our room had a terrible order due to a baby next door. The smell was so bad we had to keep our door and windows open. We asked for a new room and they could not accommodate us so we asked for a discount because the room did not meet our full-price expectations. It was unbearable at times. They staff refused to even offer a discount. Very unfortunate. The situation was not their fault but it wasn't ours either. Situations happen and they should have taken care of us.

Wow - this hotel is phenomenal! The pictures do not do this place justice! The staff are super helpful and friendly. We had the most wonderful time staying here. Thank you for a fantastic stay.

Staff was excellent and very attentive at all times. Great breakfast and unbeatable views from the property.

Absolutely loved this hotel and Santa Margherita de Ligure. It’s a fantastic place to stay, the area is absolutely beautiful and so easy to get around, the hotel is elegant, the staff are so friendly and welcoming, and the food was fantastic quality. The breakfasts were superb, the patisserie worthy of Paul Hollywood. We ate once in the evening and it was v good but v expensive and there are some excellent restaurants in Santa Margherita. The poolside service was a bit slow- they bed a bit of training there, but tvat is a mi or matter. I’m telling everyone I know to go there, we loved it so much. Just one word of caution - you do need to be moderately fit or at least not completely unfit - the hotel is on a hill with fantastic views but it’s 130 steps down to the sea. We definitely came back fitter than we left - just as well with all that gorgeous patisserie at breakfast

Selfishly, this is a hotel that my wife and I would really prefer to keep to ourselves. But it’s just so brilliant in every way, that the people behind it need to be commended, and thanked, so here I go letting this secret out of the bag. The pictures online in no way do the hotel justice, but when you experience it in reality, one can understand why no picture can truly capture the essence of Imperiale Palace Hotel. This is a hotel frequented not by the Instagram crowd, but rather a high class yet relaxed mix of Italians and other Europeans. Being able to simply enjoy the hotel and its facilities without being surrounded by people constantly on their phones, looking for that perfectly posed picture, is absolutely energising for one’s soul. While it is impossible to discern one hotel highlight from another, the real stand out was the service and the total professionalism, yet engaging hospitality, of the staff at this hotel. From excellent fine dining cuisine, to probably the most delicious breakfast spread we have experienced across Europe, and then to the private beach at the Mediterranean water’s edge with quite simply the most spectacular view across the Gulf of Tigullio, makes this hotel one which we hope to return to many times in the future. We are grateful to every staff member who made our stay truly feel like home. From the front-desk welcome we received when checking in, to every touch point across restaurants, bars, pool and beach sides.. we say thank you!

The staff is first class. Everyone is at the same "nice" level. The room was a great size in every sense. Quiet, as well. The amenities were located well and I used the pool, gym, beach, restuarant, the bar (again the bar). As per the food served, the breakfast was filled with very good meats, cheeses, pastries, different omelettes, bread, yogurt, and much more. There is a lot more compliment the Imperiale Palace, so it goes without saying...I will be back!

Location is amazing. Service is very attentive.

A very high class and stylish hotel... expensive but worth 'pushing the boat out'...very efficient and pleasant, friendly, well trained staff...a sensational position in a stunning place...

Lækkert hotel med en fantastisk udsigt. Restauranten er rigtig god og hotellet ligger rigtigt godt ift Sct Margarita by. Vi kommer gerne igen

Great property, would recommend. Just be mindful the walk from town back to the hotel is up hill and stairs so can be a little challenging in the heat, otherwise perfect accommodation, magnificent hotel, beautiful beach club and garden.

A magnificent luxury resort that is walkable to everything in the beautiful port town of Santa Margherita Ligure including the train station, shopping, ferries, dining. The staff is excellent and the rooms are exquisite. Truly an “La Dolce Vida” experience!

First time staying at the Hotel and was pleasantly surprised with everything, whilst it is typically Italian in design/furniture it has a lovely terrace..the pool/beach area is lovely with its own bar/restaurant which has great service...the town is a ten minute walk where there are lots of nice restaurants/shops/bars...all the staff are very friendly and attentive..I can't find anything to fault! I would definatley go back

Absolutely loved this hotel and Santa Margherita de Ligure. It’s a fantastic place to stay, the area is absolutely beautiful and so easy to get around, the hotel is elegant, the staff are so friendly and welcoming, and the food was fantastic quality. The breakfasts were superb, the patisserie worthy of Paul Hollywood. We ate once in the evening and it was v good but v expensive and there are some excellent restaurants in Santa Margherita. The poolside service was a bit slow- they bed a bit of training there, but tvat is a mi or matter. I’m telling everyone I know to go there, we loved it so much. Just one word of caution - you do need to be moderately fit or at least not completely unfit - the hotel is on a hill with fantastic views but it’s 130 steps down to the sea. We definitely came back fitter than we left - just as well with all that gorgeous patisserie at breakfast

Nice location

Great property and location. I have stayed at the Imperiale many times and the location and property are fantastic. The view is incredible too.

convenient location, friendly staff, clean and quiet

Beautiful property, great stuff, breakfast was delicious and had many selections , highly recommend would love to stay again

This grand old gem was an amazing hotel with so much character. The linen was amazing, the rooms were large and spacious. The bar was incredible, and the breakfast was amazing. The pool and beach facility were incredible , clean and service was spot on, The only issue was their wifi that keep dropping

Faultless experience! This beautiful hotel has the best views of Santa Margherita and Portfino. Our suite with balcony and sea views was spacious and beautifully decorated with 2 bathrooms and a separate sitting room. The staff were excellent and breakfast on the terrace was stunning. For 4 days in May 2025 it felt like a fairytale in a palace.

We really loved our stay at the hotel. All the staff are so welcoming and kind and go out of their way to make you have the best time. The food at the hotel in our view is the best in the area, with outstanding seafood linguine and seared tuna. The live music on the terrace in the evening created a really romantic atmosphere and created some treasured memories. The private beach also a real advantage, together with the short walking distance to town from the hotel. Un abbraccio to all the staff!

Absolutely loved this hotel and Santa Margherita de Ligure. It’s a fantastic place to stay, the area is absolutely beautiful and so easy to get around, the hotel is elegant, the staff are so friendly and welcoming, and the food was fantastic quality. The breakfasts were superb, the patisserie worthy of Paul Hollywood. We ate once in the evening and it was v good but v expensive and there are some excellent restaurants in Santa Margherita. The poolside service was a bit slow- they bed a bit of training there, but tvat is a mi or matter. I’m telling everyone I know to go there, we loved it so much. Just one word of caution - you do need to be moderately fit or at least not completely unfit - the hotel is on a hill with fantastic views but it’s 130 steps down to the sea. We definitely came back fitter than we left - just as well with all that gorgeous patisserie at breakfast

Selfishly, this is a hotel that my wife and I would really prefer to keep to ourselves. But it’s just so brilliant in every way, that the people behind it need to be commended, and thanked, so here I go letting this secret out of the bag. The pictures online in no way do the hotel justice, but when you experience it in reality, one can understand why no picture can truly capture the essence of Imperiale Palace Hotel. This is a hotel frequented not by the Instagram crowd, but rather a high class yet relaxed mix of Italians and other Europeans. Being able to simply enjoy the hotel and its facilities without being surrounded by people constantly on their phones, looking for that perfectly posed picture, is absolutely energising for one’s soul. While it is impossible to discern one hotel highlight from another, the real stand out was the service and the total professionalism, yet engaging hospitality, of the staff at this hotel. From excellent fine dining cuisine, to probably the most delicious breakfast spread we have experienced across Europe, and then to the private beach at the Mediterranean water’s edge with quite simply the most spectacular view across the Gulf of Tigullio, makes this hotel one which we hope to return to many times in the future. We are grateful to every staff member who made our stay truly feel like home. From the front-desk welcome we received when checking in, to every touch point across restaurants, bars, pool and beach sides.. we say thank you!

Absolutely gorgeous hotel, and a gorgeous location with beautiful landscaping and grounds. Hotel staff was beyond friendly. The room was very nicely decorated. The shower pressure was adjustable from light to very heavy. My wife likes a light shower and I prefer heavy water pressure, so it was a good mixture for the two of us. Only a few negatives to keep in mind if you are considering staying here. Number one is that the beach, the beach chairs, towels, and pool area all close at 7 PM, even though the sun doesn’t set until well after 9 PM. For the amount of money that you spend to stay in a hotel like this, you would think that they would adjust with the time lines of the summer. Also, you’re only allowed one towel per person. Again, spending nearly $1000 a night should allow you to more than one towel at a time in the pool or beach area. Get to the breakfast early, because if you come within 30 to 45 minutes of it shutting down, they stop bringing out fresh food or allowing you to order from the omelette bar. Overall, we absolutely love the hotel. We only wish with the amount of money that they charge that they would be more accommodating to their guests needs

We had a nice suite overlooking the sea . Breakfast was good evening dinners were ok nothing to write home about. They can certainly improve on them. Service staff was good. Might be a good idea to offer a shuttle service into town as you have to walk on Main Street with small side paths .

The staff is first class. Everyone is at the same "nice" level. The room was a great size in every sense. Quiet, as well. The amenities were located well and I used the pool, gym, beach, restuarant, the bar (again the bar). As per the food served, the breakfast was filled with very good meats, cheeses, pastries, different omelettes, bread, yogurt, and much more. There is a lot more compliment the Imperiale Palace, so it goes without saying...I will be back!

Excellent petit dejeuner avec une vue magnifique. Le personnel est très sympathique