Family-run hotel in the village of Cavi di Lavagna, just steps from the widest beach in the Gulf of Tigullio, with a seafood restaurant and relaxing garden.
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The Hotel Doria is a 3-star hotel located in Cavi di Lavagna, a village in the Gulf of Tigullio known for having the widest and most scenic beach in the area, just steps from the property.
The property has around 60 air-conditioned rooms, equipped with TV with Sky channels and a minibar; rooms with balcony are available on request for an extra fee. The common areas include a large lobby, a reading room with TV, a sundeck terrace and a garden designed for relaxing after days at the beach. Private parking is available for a fee upon reservation, while WiFi is free throughout the property.
The on-site restaurant offers carefully prepared cuisine, rich in seafood dishes, served in a quiet setting with attentive staff, an aspect repeatedly praised by guests. The location also makes it easy to reach Portofino and the Cinque Terre, two of Liguria’s most famous destinations, making the Hotel Doria a convenient base for those who want to combine sea, relaxation and cultural visits during their stay.
The rooms at the Hotel Doria, around sixty in total, share a simple and functional layout: air conditioning, private bathroom with shower and toiletries, flat-screen cable TV and minibar. Room sizes range between 18 and 19 square metres, with flexible bed configurations that alternate between a large double bed and separate single bed setups, also suitable for those travelling together but preferring separate beds.
The range includes several room types, from the classic Double Room to the Economy version with single beds, up to rooms with balcony and the Superior Double Room, the latter designed for those seeking a more intimate space that includes an outdoor view by default. The balcony, available only in some room types, is the main differentiating feature between the rooms, together with the presence or absence of extra single beds for a third guest.
Air-conditioned room of 18 sqm equipped with TV with Sky channels and minibar, the property’s basic room type without balcony, ideal for those looking for a simple and functional accommodation.
Economy version of the double room, with a private bathroom complete with shower, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries. Featuring a wardrobe, safe and tiled floors, it remains without a balcony like the standard Double Room.
Slightly larger than the economy room types, this 19 sqm room is among the first in the range to include a balcony, in addition to air conditioning, flat-screen cable TV and a private bathroom.
The Superior room type stands out for having a single large double bed with no twin bed option, designed for couples. This room also includes air conditioning, cable TV and a private balcony.
The Hotel Doria offers a range of services designed for a relaxing beach stay: 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage and a tour desk for organising local outings. The outdoor areas include a garden, sundeck terrace and outdoor furniture, while sports enthusiasts can enjoy bike rental, canoeing and snorkelling and diving activities.
On the dining side, the property has an on-site restaurant and bar, with the option of breakfast in the room, special diet menus on request and meals designed for children. Family rooms are available for those travelling with children, while a lift and accessible upper floors make it easier to move around the property.
Technological services include free internet access and TV with satellite and cable channels in every room. Security is also well covered, with CCTV, a smoke alarm and a safe available on the property.
The Hotel Doria is located in Cavi di Lavagna, a seaside hamlet of the municipality of Lavagna in the Gulf of Tigullio, famous for having the widest beach in the entire gulf. The village retains a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere, with La Goletta Beach just 50 metres from the hotel and traditional restaurants such as Il Melograno and Raieü just steps from the entrance, both around 50 metres away.
Cavi railway station is 700 metres away, convenient for reaching nearby coastal towns by train: Sestri Levante is around 2 km away, with its famous Baia del Silenzio 2.5 km from the hotel, while Lavagna beach is 2.5 km away. Those arriving by car can rely on Genoa-Sestri Airport, around 43 km away. Portofino and the Cinque Terre, among Liguria’s most photographed destinations, can be reached in a day trip from the property.
The area is suited to active beach tourism all year round: in summer, La Goletta beach and Sestri Levante’s beach are the main destinations, while nature lovers can head towards the Punta Manara forest, around 3.9 km away, ideal for walks and scenic hikes over the gulf. For history enthusiasts, Torre del Borgo and the Casa Carbone museum, both around 3.5 km away, offer a glimpse into Sestri Levante’s maritime and cultural past, rounding off a stay that combines sea, nature and local culture.
Guests particularly praise the staff, rated 9.4, and the cleanliness of the rooms, with a score of 9.2. Comfort and free WiFi are also highly appreciated, while the value for money, though still solid, is the most modest score among the categories.
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Yes, the Hotel Doria accepts pets, although an extra charge may apply depending on the room type chosen.
The Hotel Doria has a private garage, available for a fee upon reservation: it’s recommended to request it in advance to secure a spot.
Yes, the Hotel Doria includes breakfast, offered in several variants: continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and American, in addition to the buffet format.
La Goletta Beach is just 50 metres from the Hotel Doria, while Cavi di Lavagna beach is around 250 metres away and Sestri Levante’s beach is just over a kilometre away.
Yes, the Hotel Doria is in a convenient location for reaching both Portofino and the Cinque Terre, two of Liguria’s most famous tourist destinations, both of which can be visited in a day trip.
Yes, the Hotel Doria offers free WiFi throughout the property, rated by guests with a score of 8.9.
