3-star hotel a short walk from the port of Santa Margherita Ligure, with a panoramic terrace, sauna and hot tub free for guests to use.
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Albergo Minerva is a 3-star hotel in Santa Margherita Ligure, Liguria, about 200 metres from the sea and the town’s small harbour. The property is surrounded by a well-kept garden and offers free WiFi throughout, plus a panoramic rooftop terrace overlooking the gulf, a Turkish bath and a large hot tub free for guests to use.
The rooms, all with private bathroom and air conditioning, range from the most compact Single at 13 sqm to the King Suite at 32 sqm with a separate living area; many room types have a balcony and some also feature a coffee machine in the room. A TV with satellite channels is available in every room.
Breakfast, served daily in the dining room or in the garden during summer, offers a sweet and savoury buffet with local specialities such as Genoese focaccia, as well as vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Portofino is about 5 km away, while Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino railway station can be reached on foot in 20 minutes. Guarded 24-hour parking is available for a fee.
The room offer at Albergo Minerva covers a wide range of sizes and configurations, from the 13 sqm Single Room designed for solo travellers to the 32 sqm King Suite with an independent living area and an extra sofa bed. All rooms are air conditioned and feature a private bathroom, TV with satellite channels and a minibar, ensuring a consistent level of comfort across every room type.
The main difference between the rooms lies in the presence of a balcony, which characterises the Queen and King room types from 17 sqm upwards, and the availability of an in-room coffee machine, reserved for the larger rooms such as the Queen Deluxe, the King Deluxe and the King with Balcony. Those looking for more space can opt for the King Deluxe, the largest of the double rooms at 36 sqm, while the Queen rooms remain the most compact option for a couple.
The most compact of the rooms at Albergo Minerva, designed for solo travellers. It features a desk, a 22-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and an en-suite bathroom with toiletries, bathrobe and slippers; breakfast can be enjoyed directly in the room.
The only room with a separate living area, suitable for a small group or a family thanks to the extra sofa bed in the living room. At 32 sqm it is the largest room in the property, featuring a desk, LCD TV with satellite channels and an en-suite bathroom with bathrobes and slippers.
Air-conditioned double room of 23 sqm with a private balcony, satellite TV and private bathroom. Compared to the standard Queen Room it offers a few extra square metres, while keeping the same essential and bright layout.
At 17 sqm this is the most compact of the double rooms with a balcony at Albergo Minerva, ideal for a couple looking for a practical solution without giving up an outdoor view. Air conditioned, with satellite TV and private bathroom.
Double room of 25 sqm with a balcony, also featuring an in-room coffee machine, a detail that sets it apart from the smaller Queen room types. Satellite TV and a private bathroom complete the amenities.
The most spacious double room in the hotel at 36 sqm, designed for those who want as much space as possible. The private bathroom features a shower and bidet, while the room includes a minibar, coffee machine, wardrobe, satellite TV and balcony.
Among the double rooms without a balcony, this one offers a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, plus a minibar, wardrobe, safe and free toiletries. An essential solution for those who don’t need outdoor space.
Double room of 27 sqm with balcony and coffee machine, larger than the Queen Deluxe but with similar amenities: minibar, wardrobe, satellite TV and a private bathroom with shower and bidet.
Albergo Minerva offers guests a panoramic terrace, a garden with tables and chairs for summer breakfasts, and a wellness area with sauna, Turkish bath and outdoor hot tub, all free to use. Guests travelling independently can rely on a valet parking service, while those who enjoy physical activity can take advantage of bicycle rental and the chance to go snorkelling, scuba diving, cycling, hiking and canoeing in the area.
Every room is air conditioned and has a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, as well as a TV with satellite channels and internet access. An on-site café and the option to have breakfast in the room round out the offer, along with practical services such as luggage storage, daily housekeeping and an in-room safe.
The property is entirely non-smoking, equipped with a lift to reach the upper floors and keycard access to the rooms, with security systems such as smoke alarms and fire extinguishers.
Albergo Minerva is located in the residential heart of Santa Margherita Ligure, a short walk from the seafront and the small harbour that characterise this town on the Riviera di Levante. The area around the hotel is quiet and mostly pedestrian, with private gardens and Liberty-style buildings alternating with small shops and Ligurian restaurants.
The nearest beach, Spiaggia del Ten Bagni Rosa, is just 350 metres away, while other town beaches such as Minaglia and Regina Elena are within 500 metres. Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino railway station is about 1 km away, with direct connections to Genoa and the main towns of Liguria; Rapallo station, slightly further at 3 km, offers additional connections. Genoa-Sestri Airport can be reached in about 28 km. For those travelling by car or taxi, Portofino is just 5 km away along the famous coastal road.
The surrounding area is also rich in history: the Abbey of San Girolamo la Cervara, just under 2 km away, and Castello Brown in Portofino, about 3 km away, are two classic stops for visitors to the area. In summer, the Abbey of San Fruttuoso, reachable by boat from the harbour or via a scenic walk, remains one of the coast’s most popular excursions. In winter, the area is well suited to quieter walks along the paths of Parco del Flauto Magico, 800 metres away, or visits to the inland villages, while during high season the proximity to the sea makes the hotel a good base for exploring Portofino, Rapallo and the Cinque Terre.
Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.9, and cleanliness at 9.6, while the location just steps from the sea scores 9.4. Solid scores also for comfort and general facilities, reflecting an overall highly appreciated experience among guests, especially couples.
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No, Albergo Minerva does not allow pets inside the property.
Yes, Albergo Minerva offers 24-hour guarded parking on site, available for a fee.
Albergo Minerva accepts check-in from 4:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with ID and a credit card required on arrival, while check-out is possible until 11:00 AM.
Albergo Minerva is about 200 metres from the coast and 350 metres from the nearest beach in Santa Margherita Ligure.
No, Albergo Minerva does not allow children on the premises and does not offer cribs or extra beds for children; the minimum check-in age is 18.
Albergo Minerva offers guests free access to a panoramic rooftop terrace, a sauna, a Turkish bath and an outdoor hot tub.
