Grand Hotel Villa Balbi

Hotels
8.8 (1126 reviews)
Viale Rimembranza 1 , Sestri Levante , it

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and efficient staff
Good location
Cons:
Concerns about cleanliness
Need for room refurbishments

Categories

Cleanliness
8.05
Concerns were raised regarding the cleanliness, including dust in corners and hair in the shower, indicating a need for better maintenance.
Service
9.55
Staff received praise for being friendly and efficient throughout the stay.
Location
9.55
The hotel is well-placed for access to nearby beaches, restaurants, and transport links.
Room Quality
7.55
Rooms were spacious but showed signs of age, needing renovations and better upkeep.
Amenities
8.55
Adequate amenities were available, but a reduction in offerings like complimentary items was noted.
Value for Money
9.05
Room rates seemed high for the quality experienced, but the location adds some value.
Food and Beverage
9.05
Breakfast was satisfactory but uninspiring, suggesting room for improvement.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall experience was positive with notable strengths in location and service, despite some cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-05 22:58

Property Description

Lush Garden Oasis
Immerse yourself in the beauty of a historic villa nestled in a lush garden with Mediterranean vegetation and an inviting outdoor swimming pool. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Gulf of Tigullio from the seaside of Sestri Levante.

Elegant Accommodations
Experience the charm of wooden furniture and classic décor in the elegantly styled rooms at Villa Balbi. Choose from rooms overlooking the garden, historic centre, or the mesmerizing sea, all equipped with free Wi-Fi for your convenience.

Culinary Delights and Historic Charm
Indulge in regional delicacies, seafood specialties, and delectable homemade desserts at Il Parco restaurant. The hotel's public spaces boast antique furnishings, marble accents, and elegant chandeliers, all set within a 17th-century villa with a rich aristocratic history.

Book your stay at Grand Hotel Villa Balbi and create unforgettable memories in the heart of Sestri Levante.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 15 per day.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 13 years old to 17 years old stay for € 60 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free 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 1126 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.05
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.55
Room Quality: 7.55
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 9.05
Food and Beverage: 9.05
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Werner • couple • ch
9
Wir waren rundum zufrieden...
Pros:

Atmosphäre...

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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LEIF • couple • se
10
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Christoph • couple • ch
8
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Paola • couple • it
10
Ci tornerò!!!!
Pros:

La villa ha il profumo ottocentesco

Cons:

Un po’ lenti nel servizio colazione

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Gabriele • couple • de
10
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
10
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Cristiana • solo_traveller • it
10
Splendida posizione, personale disponibile
Pros:

Disponibilità, posizione

Cons:

Alcune aree erano molto calde

2026-04-06 • via Nuitee
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Ettore • couple • ch
9
Perfect location with the beach nearby.
Pros:

This hotel has a perfect location in the city center with lots of restaurants around and the beach across the road. The beach is with additional charge, as well as the parking. The room is of a good size, shower is comfortable. The room was very clean and the staff is very kind and helpful.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Christin • couple • ch
10
Wunderbare Ferien an einem aussergewöhnlichen Ort.
Pros:

Wunderbare antike Villa, wir hatten ein riesiges Zimmer mit Aussicht zum Meer. Ein wunderschöner Park mit alten Bäumen, Swimmingpool und bequemen Liegestühlen. Das Frühstück war sehr reichhaltig, man konnte von 7-11 Uhr frühstücken.

Cons:

Nichts

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • extended_group • ch
6
Pros:

Lage

Cons:

Sehr ringhörig. Kleine Dusche, wenig Ablagefläche Bad und Zimmer.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • au
10
Pros:

Fantastic hotel and super friendly staff. The view from the apartment overlooking the riviera was stunning. Amenities were great including the buffet breakfast. We stayed here in September and there were minimal tourists, perfect time to visit!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Giovanni • couple • it
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • family_with_children • it
7
Rilassante
Pros:

Elegante

Cons:

La camera non era pulitissima
Non c è stata alcuna convenzione con la spiaggia, stesso prezzo che al pubblico

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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carol • extended_group • ca
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Gerhard • couple • at
9
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Jean-Pierre et stéphanie • family_with_children • fr
10
Séjour sympa en famille
Pros:

Deco sympa

Cons:

L emplacement est top

2025-11-07 • via Nuitee
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Hanna-Kajsa • extended_group • se
9
En fantastisk vistelse!!
Pros:

Grandiosa lokaler, överdådig inredning, historisk lyx! Piccolo, fantastisk personal, underbar trädgård att äta frukost i, och egen solstolsuthyrning på stranden tvärs över vägen.

Cons:

Lite hårda sängar för en skandinav, men annars fanns absolut inget att klaga på!

2025-11-01 • via Nuitee
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UMBERTO • couple • it
10
2025-11-01 • via Nuitee
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Jürg • couple • ch
8
Pros:

Schönes Doppelzimmer, schöner Innenhof, perfektes, grosszügiges Doppelzimmer. Dies war gepaart mit freundlichem, zuvorkommendem Personal. Aber leider für mich trotzdem keine perfekte Erfahrung wegen der Umparkiererei meines Wagens (Parkkosten pro Tag 10.-) Es wäre für mich weniger riskant gewesen, öffentlich zu parkieren. (siehe negative Punkte.

Cons:

Die Parkinglösung war für mich ein Problem. Ich musste die Autoschlüssel an der Reception abgeben, da sie manchmal die Wagen umparken müssten. Leider ging ich darauf ein und fand den Wagen promt am kommenden Morgen hinten im Garten auf einem seitlichen Spazierweg parkiert. Da an der Reception nur ein Mann war und der Starkregen eine kurze Pause machte, entschloss ich mich den Wagen selbst zum Hoteleingang zu holen, leider war der Weg sehr schmal und die 90 Grad Kurve mit grossen Pflanzenkübel "gesichert". Dies hat mir eine beschädigte linke Hecktüre/Kotflügel/und Leichtmetallfelge hinten beschert. Das vergünstigt gebuchte Doppelzimmer wurde dadurch zur superteuren Erfahrung, die ich nicht mehr erleben möchte. Für mich ein no go für ein Hotel dieser Klasse.

2025-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Willjack • Couples • Edinburgh, Scotland
6
Faded grandeur
Pros:

The hotel is very attractive from the outside, the gardens, the pool and the immediate reception areas. However, once you are past these areas the hotel is showing its age and really needs a complete refurbishment. Breakfast was okay, but nothing to inspire the start of the day. Our room was large and reasonably bright but suffered from the dated decor and fittings of the rest of the hotel.

2025-10-23 • via Tripadvisor