Grand Hotel Dei Castelli

Hotels
8.8 (618 reviews)
Via Penisola 26 , Sestri Levante , it

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Excellent service
Beautiful beach
Cons:
Some areas not well maintained
Dated room decor

Categories

Cleanliness
8.26
Some areas were noted as not well maintained.
Service
9.73
Staff were exceptionally well-trained and attentive.
Location
9.27
Beautiful setting and easy access to the city center.
Room Quality
8.22
Some concerns about dated decor and equipment.
Amenities
9.25
Excellent amenities including a private beach and high-quality drinks.
Value for Money
7.21
Issues with perceived value, particularly in the bar service.
Food and Beverage
9.26
Exceptional breakfast and quality food in the restaurant.
Overall Experience
9.23
Overall a wonderful stay with high satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-05 22:33

Property Description

Sestri Levante Peninsula Paradise

Panoramic Views and Tranquility: Grand Hotel Dei Castelli offers breathtaking views from a quiet location, perfect for a peaceful getaway. Explore the 1 KM walking trail in the park and immerse yourself in the natural beauty.

Luxurious Amenities: Relax in the panoramic solarium with sea views or dine at the Restaurant dei Castelli for a taste of international and local cuisine. The American bar is perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.

Beachside Bliss: Take advantage of the pool and private beach from May to September, offering sandy and rocky areas for ultimate relaxation by the Gulf of Tigullio.

Book your stay at Grand Hotel Dei Castelli for an unforgettable experience amidst history, art, and natural beauty.

Important information:

When booking for more than 7 nights, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: FCO

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for € 30 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for € 50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 618 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.26
Service: 9.73
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 8.22
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 7.21
Food and Beverage: 9.26
Overall Experience: 9.23
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Chelcie solo_traveller it
5
Lots of potential, but not what I would consider a true relaxing luxury stay worth the price
Pros:

Gorgeous rooms and interiors, beautiful views across the bay (especially at sunset). Elevator to and from town (just along from the port) is a very cool and convenient (+ appreciated!) experience. Housekeeping and linens are top-notch.
Some staff members are absolute delights - special mentions for Pietro at the bar, the lovely lady who appears to run the breakfast service (sadly didn't catch her name), and both lifeguards at the pool (Alessandro and the redhead I didn’t catch the name of either, sorry!).
Peaceful front areas of the grounds to relax in and take in the silence above/outside of the centre. Breakfast quality, variety and setting is a true plus - a lovely and peaceful way and place to start the day.
The natural pool is a special experience to be had (note that this is available to outside guests, but at double the price, so worth doing even just for a day whilst here).

Cons:

The beds are so uncomfortable & mattresses are old & offer no support (the type with Bonnel springs) - I came for a weekend of R&R &, sounds dramatic, but I was borderline in tears with this bed - awful nights sleep.
While staff are polite, not all are friendly. There is a preference for propriety vs service, which was very old world: there was great care made for staff to not be seen talking to each other in the presence of a guest (I personally don’t really care), but then there is no warmth at times when talking to a guest, and then incidents such as the below.
The ’soft’ facilities in the room are poor - no real glasses or mugs, no tea or coffee making facilities. When I asked at the front desk how I might manage to get some hot water for tea in the evening before bed, I was told to call room service and it would be brought. Room service, in the info book, closes at midnight. I called the first night at 11.30pm to no response. I called reception and asked and they said they had already closed and the hotel doesn’t have those facilities so not possible. The second night, when coming back at 11pm, I asked directly at the reception if I could have a cup of hot water brought to the room. They told me to ask at the bar (across the way in the other castle). In any normal 4* hotel, the reception would arrange this without turning the responsibility back to the guest.
While the owner seemed polite enough when I encountered her, it is quite clear that the staff live 1. a little in terror & 2. at the beck and call of the owner and their family. Again, very old world and not conducive to a pleasant atmosphere.
The grounds are gorgeous but in disrepair. While there is a small note on Booking that the beach and pool can be used for an additional fee, I expected it to be quite nominal, not 45 euros per person per day (!) More transparency on that front would have been appreciated.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Roberta couple it
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2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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domenico family_with_children it
7
2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Daniela couple de
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Mehr Schein als sein - nie wieder!!!
Pros:

Die Lage und das sehr bemühte und freundliche Personal waren toll - aber das war auch leider schon alles - schlechteste Preis-Leistungsverhältnis was wir je erleben mussten....

Cons:

Die Lage des Hotels und somit der Blick auf das Meer ist sehr schön und das Personal, welches uns nur noch leid tat, war durchaus sehr bemüht und nett - aber das ist auch schon alles. Mehr Schein als sein! Nirgends auf dem Gelände haben wir einen gemütlichen Außenbereich mit Liegen gefunden wo man es sich mit einen Buch und einem Drink zum Entspannen hätte gemütlich machen können. Wir sind nach einer langen Autofahrt, bei über 30 Grad, gegen 14 Uhr im Hotel angekommen und hätten gerne auf der Außenterrasse des Restaurants etwas kaltes getrunken und den Blick genossen - auch wenn man nur von zwei Tischen aus das Meer sehen kann da alles zugewachsen ist. Bis auf 3 Tische waren alle anderen Tische frei. Dennoch wurden wir abgewiesen mit der Begründung, dass gerade noch Lunchtime sei, es somit nicht möglich ist nur etwas zu trinken und der Barmann zudem erst um 15 Uhr käme - unfassbar! Das Frühstück war maximal auf dem Niveau eines 3 Sterne Hotels - die absolute Krönung war allerdings die Tatsache, dass ausschließlich die Besitzerin ihr Frühstück auf der Außenterrasse genießen durfte und alle anderen Hotelgäste drinnen, bei geschlossenen Fenster und Türen sitzen mussten. Als wir nach draußen gehen wollten raunzte uns die Herrin in einem unfreundlichen und unmöglichen Ton auf italienisch an und gab uns klar zu verstehen, dass uns das untersagt ist! Noch nie wurden wir irgendwo so respektlos behandelt. Aber das ist nicht alles - wenn man den "Privatstrand" besuchen möchte - der Begriff ist aufgrund der Tatsachen die man vorfindet irreführend - zahlt man 45 € pro Person und Tag. Keinerlei Service und die Liegen vorne auf den Klippen, so wie man das auf der Homepage sieht, sind angeblich dauervermietet. Hotelgäste können nur die Liegen im hinteren Bereich dieser winzigen Bucht nutzen - eine absolute Frechheit auf ganzer Linie.

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Wolfgang couple at
10
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple at
9
Einmalige Schlossanlage über der Stadt mit phantastischem Ausblick und eigenem Lift !
Pros:

Schloss mit stilvoller Ausstattung
Tolle Lage

Cons:

Das Hotel sollte auf die Ausstattung „ Aussenpool/Meerespool „ verzichten!
Die Anlage macht einen eher ungepflegten Eindruck ,ist schwer zu erreichen und mit 45 Euro pro Person viel zu teuer!

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Gennaro solo_traveller it
9
Pros:

Tutto

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Bernardo solo_traveller ar
9
Muy buenos
Pros:

La ubicación y las vistas son maravillosas

Cons:

Hay que pagar por acceder a la playa y el personal podría ser más servicial

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Geert solo_traveller be
9
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Oliver extended_group ch
7
Pros:

Lage Ambiente Aussicht

Cons:

Die Besitzerin erscheint etwas komisch und unfreundlich

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Bogdan solo_traveller fr
9
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Taylor couple gb
1
This is a 2 star service hotel, outdated attitudes, contempt for actual customers and outrageously over priced. Save you
Pros:

Location, an impressive castle, secure car park.

Cons:

Attitude of the staff and lack of service and facilities. For 480 Euro this hotel is outrageously overpriced and outdated in many ways. It was my wife's Birthday, I asked for flowers to be arranged for the room but was sent details to make arrangements myself with a local florist. We were given welcome drinks in the bar which has doors onto a patio overlooking the sea. On receiving the drinks we were told we could only drink them in the bar area! we could not drink on the patio with the sea unless we purchased another drink! Totally unreasonable and not what you'd expect for a supposed 5 star hotel. In the evening we discovered we had no bottle opener or glasses in the room, I called to reception and asked for wine glasses and was sent Paper Cups! On phoning reception again I was told ' we don't make the rules' the same excuse given at ' the not so welcome drink'. The bathroom was dated, mouldy shower (see photos) I expect paper cups in McDonalds - not as an adult paying 480 Euro for one night. I was so annoyed we left without trying the breakfast.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Emmanuel couple fr
10
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Herbert couple ch
9
2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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Giada family_with_children it
9
Cons:

Il servizio in camera

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Claudia couple it
10
Soggiorno veramente indimenticabile. La titolare della struttura merita una menzione speciale per simpatia.
Pros:

L'opulenza.

Cons:

Nulla.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Monica solo_traveller it
10
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Maggam83 solo_traveller fr
10
A chaque visite, c'est toujours un enchantement
Pros:

Nous avons, comme notre précédente visite, tout aimé, le personnel est attentionné, souriant.
Les très grands volumes des pièces, l'authenticité du Château et du Parc.
Le restaurant ses plats, sa vue.
L'emplacement, le silence, la ville... ect

Cons:

Personnellement, pour moi, cette fois-ci, le matelas et l'oreille étaient trop fermes.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Alain couple fr
9
Pros:

la qualité de l'accueil, le confort

Cons:

je trouve étonnant de faire payer le jus d'orange frais

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Marco couple it
9
Cons:

La colazione non di altissimo livello, peccato perché la struttura meritava anche se molto vintage.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee