Grand Hotel Villa Balbi

Hotels
8.8 (1256 reviews)
Viale Rimembranza 1 , Sestri Levante , IT
+39 0185 42941

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1256 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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vincent • couple • fr
8
Excellent , situation exceptionnelle, sauf les petits détails ci dessus faciles à résoudre
Pros:

Tout très bien Emplacement Piscine Service Parking Hôtel Confort

Cons:

Matelas sur la plage privée de l'hôtel beaucoup trop chers donc plage vide , draps de bain payants etc
Peignoirs de bain payants inadmissible pour le prix de la chambre
Petite déjeuner pas au niveau du tout , produits ordinaires , faible diversité
File d'attente perpétuelle pour la machine à café !!!!!!
Pas de carte de vins et vins très chers, restaurant magnifique mais du coup vide
Toute la clientèle dans les restaurants en ville

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Sylvie • solo_traveller • fr
9
Belle endroit bien placé
Pros:

Le cadre, l'emplacement et la gentillesse du personnel

Cons:

La salle de bain vieillotte et petite

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
9
Most enjoyable in a top quality hotel
Pros:

High quality room. Breakfast was superb and staff polite and friendly.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Urs Albert • solo_traveller • ch
9
Top Lage und grosser Garten
Pros:

Mitten in der Altstadt, 1ha grosses grünes Grundstück, mit Frühstück im Freien und grossem Salzwasserpool und freuen Liegen. Autos werden im Garten "versteckt" parkiert

Cons:

Mir haben die frischen Eierspeisen beim Frühstück gefehlt, sonst alles perfekt beim Buffet.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Waelchli • solo_traveller • ch
10
Kurz ans Meer
Pros:

Tolles Haus, freundliches zuvorkommendes Personal, gute Lage

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Manuel Grünwald • solo_traveller • ch
8
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Elisa • solo_traveller • it
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Beatrice • family_with_children • it
9
Più che buono
Pros:

La posizione è il ristorante in giardino

Cons:

La camera

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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W.G.M. • couple • nl
9
Erg goed
Pros:

Super mooie locatie , met een perfect zwembad

Cons:

90% van de gasten komt met de auto , en dan € 15,- per dag parkeer geld berekenen op toch al niet geringe kamerprijs vind ik niet gepast !!

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Darwin • family_with_children • cz
9
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Klier • solo_traveller • de
5
Tolles historisches Ambiente, der Rest geht so
Pros:

Historisches Haus In erster Reihe , mit sehr schönem Privatstrand!

Cons:

Vieles ist in die Jahre gekommen, was gar nicht geht ist das im Bad die Armatur locker ist, in der Dusche die Ablage nicht fest ist usw. Eben viele Kleinigkeiten die so nicht sein sollten

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Bob • couple • gb
7
Lovely traditional hotel creating a relaxed environment
Pros:

Relaxing atmosphere and it’s garden restaurant

Cons:

No problems

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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GianCarlo • couple • it
7
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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pacome • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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francesco • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Tutto

Cons:

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2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Silvia • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Francesco • couple • it
8
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Marco • couple • it
8
Ottima soluzione
Pros:

Palazzo storico in zona centrale con grosso parco interno, upgrade della camera appena arrivati.

Cons:

Colazione da rendere più varia, bagno datato e non pulito superficialmente

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
P
Philippe • couple • fr
5
Pros:

L’emplacement

Cons:

Les chambres sont trop vieilles, elles ont besoin de rénovation

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Jürgen • extended_group • de
10
Wir werden wieder kommen
Pros:

Freundlichkeit, stilvolle Einrichtung

Cons:

-

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee