Lungomare Vittorio Veneto 29, 16035 Rapallo, Italy
#4 of 28 hotels in Rapallo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 103 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.8
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
7.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 August 2025
James
New ZealandNothing- it was wonderful for us all respects.
Everything! We absolutely loved our stay in all respects. The staff were fantastic do friend very helpful. Genuinely nice people 😊the location also was outstanding. Easy to get to and from the train station and the seaside and promenade position with all the restaurants and shopping was a winner! We would love to return one day.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Duncan
United KingdomNothing
Fabulous !!! If you can afford a sea view balcony then room 203 is the best ( wrap around balcony with views to die for overlooking the bay/marina. The owners are very much hands on and very friendly. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 July 2025
Fiona
United KingdomThere is some noise in the evening as you are right on the waterfront and in the middle of things but it’s worth it and it really didn’t bother us. Good soundproofing but maybe bring some earplugs if you are sensitive.
Beautiful boutique hotel in a fabulous location with stunning views and an amazing team who went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. Breakfast was great, rooms are a good size and spotlessly clean. The location is perfect for trips to Portofino or to explore Cinque Terra.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 14 July 2025
Koit0013
EstoniaMissing parkings for hotel visitors.
Perfect view and perfect location. Very supporting staff.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 5 July 2025
Brian
United StatesHonestly, nothing could have been improved.
This was the best family run hotel we've ever stayed. Prior to arrival, they assisted us with navigating travel challenges and everything was perfect from the moment we arrived through our entire stay. It's a family run establishment and you can tell. Local knowledge. Incredible breakfast spread. Very conversational. I would stay here every time.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 23 June 2025
Nicole
New ZealandNothing - it was all perfect!
We absolutely loved our stay at Hotel Vesuvio! We stayed for 7 nights and it was brilliant. Bed was comfortable, lovely room and view. The staff were so friendly and helpful. A great breakfast. The location was amazing - a short walk to the train station which connects to lots of other great towns, and a close walk to lots of bars and restaurants. Good air conditioning as well. Thanks so much for a wonderful stay!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 9 June 2025
Toby
MaltaPerfect location, great view from the balcony
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 5 June 2025
Simpson
AustraliaEverything was perfect.
We loved our stay at Hotel Vesuvio. We had a beautiful room overlooking the Rapallo waterfront. Everything was clean and well presented. We loved looking out from our balcony. It was a very busy road but as soon as we closed the window and shutters our room was silent - perfect for sleeping. The gluten free options for breakfast were greatly appreciated. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 31 May 2025
Fiona
United KingdomClean, spacious room and eating area. Great spot for people watching. Staff couldn’t have been more helpful.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 18 May 2025
Adam
AustraliaLocation was great
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 14 May 2025
Dan
United StatesNo complaints in any way. The hotel and location were terrific. If you are sensitive to noise do note that like almost all the waterfront facing hotels in the Italian Riviera, it's in a lively town and there is a street in front of the hotel so there will be modest road noise. We personally loved the location and the hotel.
View of the town and bay was beautiful. The staff was terrific - helpful, very friendly, easy to communicate with. The hotel was very clean and in excellent repair. Room was large and spacious with 2 walkout patios. Breakfast was very nice with excellent seating area which offered indoor or outdoor seating, very open and bright with views of the bay and town, and very nice seating. Rapallo is a great location with ferry dock right in front of hotel and train station just a few minutes walk away. Lovely pedestrian walking all around the hotel with really nice water front walk around the bay.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 6 May 2025
Susan
United StatesA little better insulation from Morning light in windows. That is all.
Staff was exceptionally helpful and very professional and friendly. Facilities very well located with beautiful view of harbor and water across the street. Staff helped us greatly with delivery of our new needed debit card after our robbery in Pompei as Wells Fargo and Fed Ex were very slow in shipping it to us from USA(took from April 17 to May 6.). Vesuvio Hotel staff put card envelope in a box (to disguise it)when it finally arrived in Rapallo and reshipped it to us in Lake Garda. Exceptional service.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 6 April 2025
Anthony
United StatesThis hotel has the look of a boutique hotel right on the coast however, the staff gives you the feeling that you are family staying with them. The front desk people are the best in a hospitality business. The one gentleman has been there 20 years and it shows that he cares about his guests and makes sure that they have a great stay in the hotel. The breakfast is a very good selection of fruits, vegetables, cereals, breads, and pastries. The view from the balcony overlooking the harbor and the palm trees is exceptional.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 5 April 2025
Kulvinder
United KingdomNothing.
This is one of the best hotels we have been in. Fantastic service, so helpful. Lovely room with beautiful balcony view. Breakfast was a good mix of fresh fruit, cereals, pastries and a range of drinks. Staff at the desk were super helpful.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 2 April 2025
Ville
FinlandGood: Location, view, breakfast and nicest possible gentleman in reception! Beds could be a bit softer...
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 31 March 2025
Paula
RomaniaAmazing! The room is super clean, recently renovated and super comfortable, but the best part is the view and the balcony. Can’t wait to be back! The location is 10/10
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 16 October 2024
Malcolm
AustraliaIt was all great
Great location. Ferry stop right out front to explore the area. Staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was tasty. All round great experience
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 20 September 2024
Matthew
CanadaStaff were delightful, extremely helpful and eager to share suggestions for getting around town, things to do etc. Room was excellent with a stunning view. Location right in the middle of town.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 20 September 2024
Natalie
United StatesIt is on a main road so if you are facing the street it can be a little loud at night but the balcony is worth it!
Amazing location! 5 mins from the train and 1 min from the Ferry near all of the bars and restaurants
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 16 September 2024
Anne
United KingdomPerfect location on the seafront close to bars and restaurants. Ferry across the road for day trips and under 10 minutes walk to the station. Wonderful views from the room and the small balcony was an ideal place to watch the world go by. Hotel was modern, comfortable and very clean. Pretty fair selection at the continental breakfast and very good coffee. From arrival to departure the staff were wonderful and welcoming.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 10 September 2024
Maureen
United KingdomThere wasn't much wrong with the hotel. It was a little noisy at night but that was because the hotel is on the main road.
The Hotel Vesuvio was in a great location giving us a great view of the waterfront and the sea. The staff were very friendly and helpful, suggesting places to visit and places to eat during our stay. The breakfasts were excellent.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 6 September 2024
Rosina
AustraliaOutstanding location close to beach, ferry, train. Wonderful staff who went above and beyond.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 10 August 2024
Mohamed
EgyptThere is this 2 men always playing noisy drums infront of the hotel at night time after 8 pm till 11 pm and they made us have headache
Clean Nice modern rooms The view is amazing from our room at 4th floor The location is amazing The stuff are really nice, friendly and helpful.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 7 August 2024
Arleen
United StatesNothing.
The staff went out of their way to help us. The location was in the center of town.
Stayed in August 2024
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