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1-star hotel on the seafront of Finale Ligure, with restaurant, bar and bike rental just steps from the town beach.

3-star hotel in the hinterland of Finale Ligure, with garden, terrace and restaurant, just minutes from the beaches and the trails of Le Manie.
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Hotel La Gioiosa is a 3-star property located in Finale Ligure, in Liguria, about 2.1 km from the main beach and surrounded by the greenery of the Finale hinterland. The hotel features a garden, terrace, common lounge and free private parking, elements that make it suitable for those seeking a quiet stay close to the sea.
The rooms, all air-conditioned and with private bathroom, range from compact solutions to larger junior suites and suites with a separate sitting area; several units offer a balcony or terrace with sea view. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, desk, safe and bathroom toiletries, while free WiFi is available throughout the property.
The on-site restaurant serves meals appreciated by guests, and continental breakfast is included in the stay. Cycling enthusiasts will find in the Finale area one of Italy’s best-known territories for mountain biking, with bike rental available directly at the hotel. The location, between sea and hills, suits both those looking for days at the beach and those wanting to explore the trails of Le Manie and the caves of the area.

The rooms at Hotel La Gioiosa range from compact solutions designed for two people to larger options suited to families or small groups, up to suites with a separate sitting area. All room types come with air conditioning, a private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and safe, ensuring the same basic level of comfort regardless of the room chosen.
What sets them apart is the size, ranging from the 15 sqm Double Room with Sea View to the 42 sqm Deluxe Suite, and the presence of balconies, terraces or sea views in several categories. The Junior Suite with Terrace and the Deluxe Suite with Sea View add a separate sitting area and more space for extended stays or stays with company, while the simpler rooms remain ideal for those seeking functionality and proximity to the sea without giving up the essentials.
The most compact of the hotel’s rooms, designed for two people who want to wake up to a sea view. It features a flat-screen satellite TV, fan and private bathroom with toiletries; most units also include a balcony.
A spacious 38 sqm accommodation, suitable for families or small groups thanks to the sofa bed in the living area. The private balcony with sea view and, in some units, an additional terrace set it apart from the hotel’s standard double rooms.
An air-conditioned room designed for three people, with a double bed and an additional single bed. The balcony with sea view and cable TV channels make it a middle ground between the double rooms and the larger suites of the property.
Among the standard double rooms, this is the only one without sea view or balcony: a simpler, quieter option, with a private bathroom featuring a shower and bidet, a wardrobe and tiled flooring.
The hotel’s largest accommodation, with 42 sqm divided between a separate bedroom and a soundproofed sitting area. Sea view, soundproofed walls and space for four people make it the ideal choice for family stays or stays with friends.
Hotel La Gioiosa offers guests a garden, a solarium terrace and a common lounge with TV area, spaces designed for those who want to relax between a day at the beach and an excursion into the hinterland. The free private parking, with an electric vehicle charging station, is a practical advantage for those travelling by car.
The property offers room service, concierge service, luggage storage and daily housekeeping, as well as an on-site restaurant and bar. There is also a wide range of outdoor activities, from bike rental to hiking, as well as canoeing, snorkelling and horse riding, in line with the sporting character of the Finale area.
Among the wellness services, several types of massage are available, while rooms for guests with disabilities and family rooms broaden the property’s accessibility. Free WiFi is guaranteed throughout the property, and every room has air conditioning and a safe.
Hotel La Gioiosa is located in the hinterland of Finale Ligure, along Via Manie, in a green area at the foot of the Le Manie plateau, famous throughout Europe for mountain biking and mountain climbing. The setting is hilly and quiet, just minutes by car from the seafront, with Agriturismo la Realidad just 40 metres away and other restaurants such as La Briga and Bagni Lido Moderno within a kilometre.
The beach of Finale Ligure can be reached in about 2.1 km, while Baia dei Saraceni is 6.4 km away. Finale Ligure Marina railway station is 2.2 km away, convenient for those arriving without a car, while Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 66 km away and Riviera Airport 23 km. The Toirano Caves, one of the most visited speleological attractions in Liguria, are about 23 km away.
Guests staying here can alternate days at the beach with excursions into the hinterland: the Finalese-Capo Noli forest, 2.4 km away, is the starting point for numerous hiking and biking trails, while the Cavernone di Monte Cucco, almost 5 km away, is a favourite stop for trekking enthusiasts. In summer the area is popular for diving and snorkelling along the coast, while in winter it remains enjoyable thanks to the mild climate typical of the Riviera di Ponente, ideal for walking and cycling excursions all year round.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated almost at the maximum, and the location, appreciated especially by couples. Cleanliness and comfort are also very positive, while value for money and free WiFi, although good, remain the categories with the most room for improvement.
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Yes, Hotel La Gioiosa accepts pets upon request; a surcharge may apply.
Yes, Hotel La Gioiosa has free private parking, also with an electric vehicle charging station.
Finale Ligure beach is about 1.4 km from Hotel La Gioiosa, while Baia dei Saraceni is about 3.4 km away.
Yes, Hotel La Gioiosa includes a continental breakfast in the price of the stay.
Hotel La Gioiosa offers standard double rooms, superior rooms with sea view, junior suites with terrace and a deluxe suite with separate sitting area, ranging in size from 15 to 42 sqm.
Yes, Hotel La Gioiosa is located in the Finale area, internationally renowned for mountain biking, and offers a bike rental service for guests.