Grand Hotel Villa Balbi

Hotels
8.8 (1169 reviews)
Viale Rimembranza 1 , Sestri Levante , it

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Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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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.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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 1169 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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Lars • couple • se
9
Ett underbart hotel som är som de var förr
Pros:

Underbart charmigt och pampigt gammalt hotel. Mycket trevlig och hjälpsam personal som parkerar ens bil, bär väskor och kör fram bilen vid avfärd. Mysig bar mot havet med utmärkt, kunnig och sympatisk service även här. Toppenfrukost med knapriga bacon som jag älskar och förtjusande serveringspersonal. Vårt rum var kanske av lite enklare karaktär men vi valde också det enklaste alternativet. Totalt sett en mycket angenäm upplevelse som det ofta är på familjeägda hotel. Rekommenderas varmt

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Manuel • couple • ch
10
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Othmar • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Baerbel • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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federica • extended_group • it
9
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Monica • couple • it
10
Soggiorno piacevole, mi sono rilassata e riposata
Pros:

Posizione comoda, struttura molto bella e ben tenuta. Molto buona e ricca la colazione.

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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MARIA CRISTINA • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Gualtiero • solo_traveller • xx
10
Short classy stay at a Villa
Pros:

Friendly staff, available at all times and quick. 👌🏻
Facility all around is stunning, immerses you in a different Epoque - without renouncing to modern comfort in the rooms.⭐️
Breakfast had a very large choice. ☕️

Cons:

The parking, close to the trees, left some resin overnight on my car - two times had to bring it to the car wash. Maybe a small coverage would help.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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GIACOMO • couple • us
8
Beautiful hotel, beautiful location
Pros:

Exceptionally gorgeous old hotel

Cons:

The room that we were in was exceptionally hot, but they did change give us a different room

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Floriana • family_with_children • it
10
2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Gerhard • couple • at
9
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Piero • solo_traveller • it
9
Pros:

Personale gentile e diaponibile, pulizia eccelente

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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GIACOMO • couple • us
8
Beautiful hotel, exquisite lobby good location
Pros:

Location was superb

Cons:

Why my room was extremely hot. We had to change rooms.

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Sally • couple • gb
10
Glorious
Pros:

A beautiful hotel . Loved everything about it

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • at
10
Pros:

Villa aus dem 17.Jhdt in guter Lage mit ansprechenden Ambiente inkl Außenpool.
Fürsorgliches Personal.
Parkplätze im Park.

2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Fabio • couple • it
8
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • us
10
Truly a Grand hotel.
Pros:

Truly a Grand hotel. Spacious, clean rooms. Very comfortable bed and great shower. Excellent breakfast. Outdoor pool area very inviting. Walking distance to train station. Excellent location. Would stay again.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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stijn • couple • nl
10
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Francesca • couple • it
8
Cons:

Nulla

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee