Family-run hotel on the hills between Rapallo and Santa Margherita Ligure, with a panoramic solarium terrace, sea-view rooms and free parking.
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Hotel Primo Sole is a 2-star property located on the hills between Rapallo and Santa Margherita Ligure, with views over the Gulf of Tigullio and the Ligurian Sea.
The rooms, all on the first floor, are simply furnished with tiled floors and feature a private bathroom with shower and a balcony overlooking the bay. The range includes economy double rooms, rooms with sea view and balcony, a junior suite with a separate living area, and an apartment with a kitchenette, designed for longer stays or for guests seeking more independence.
Among the shared facilities, the solarium terrace with hot and cold showers stands out, along with free parking and WiFi in the common areas. The location is convenient for those travelling by public transport: the bus stop for Rapallo and Recco is just 50 metres away, while Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino railway station is less than a kilometre away. It’s a suitable choice for anyone wishing to experience the Gulf of Tigullio with a good balance between tranquillity and connections to the coastal villages.
The room offering at Hotel Primo Sole includes four types, all sharing a private bathroom with shower and, in most cases, a balcony or terrace with a view over the Gulf of Tigullio. It starts with the Economy Double Room, the most compact option, designed for those looking for a simple and functional solution, up to the Double/Twin Room with Sea View, featuring a large balcony furnished with a table and chairs.
For those wanting more space, the Junior Suite with Sea View offers a separate living area and two bathrooms, while the Classic Apartment adds a kitchenette complete with hob, fridge and utensils, ideal for longer stays or for those who prefer to manage meals independently. All rooms are located on the first floor of the property, with simple furnishings and tiled floors.
This room stands out for its large balcony furnished with a table and chairs, facing directly onto the Gulf of Tigullio, and for the twin/double bed configuration available on request. It has a private bathroom with shower and is among the few rooms with its own terrace in addition to the balcony.
This is the most compact room in the property, designed for those seeking an essential solution without giving up the sea view. Featuring a private bathroom with shower and bidet, a tea and coffee maker and a wardrobe, it still overlooks the bay like the other room types.
At 28 sqm, this room is more than double the size of the Economy Double Room and the only one, among the standard rooms, to offer a living area separate from the sleeping area and two bathrooms with shower and bidet. A sea-view terrace, minibar and tea and coffee maker complete the room.
This is the largest solution in the property and the only one with a kitchenette complete with hob, fridge and kitchen utensils, as well as a dining area and desk. The living area with sofa bed allows one extra guest to be accommodated compared to the other rooms, while retaining the sea view.
Hotel Primo Sole offers a solarium terrace with hot and cold showers, ideal for relaxing with a view over the gulf, and a shared terrace to enjoy the scenery at any time of day. Those who love outdoor activities will find hiking, horse riding, scuba diving and a tennis court nearby, as well as a golf course within 3 km.
Practical services include free parking, WiFi in the common areas, luggage storage, laundry service and babysitting service on request. The property is entirely non-smoking and is equipped with a safe and fire extinguishers for guests’ safety.
For those who want to experience local culture too, the hotel organises cooking classes and tours on local traditions, while the rooms offer an electric kettle, hairdryer and sea or bay views, for a simple yet complete stay.
Hotel Primo Sole is located on the hills separating Rapallo from Santa Margherita Ligure, in a residential area offering glimpses of the Gulf of Tigullio while still staying close to the sea. The nearest beaches, such as San Michele di Pagana and the Travello public beach, can be reached in a few minutes on foot, about 800-900 metres from the property.
For those arriving without a car, the bus stop for Rapallo and Recco is just 50 metres from the hotel, while Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino railway station is 850 metres away and Rapallo station about 1.5 km. Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 28 km away, a convenient option for those arriving by plane. The pier for boat trips to Portofino and the Montallegro cable car are just over 2 km away, as are several restaurants and bars in the area, including La Cava al Mare and Pes Ristorante, less than 800 metres away.
The area is well suited to a stay combining sea and hills: in summer, the beaches of Santa Margherita Ligure and Rapallo are the go-to spot for swimming, while all year round it’s possible to take trips to Rapallo Castle, 1.6 km away, or to the Abbey of San Fruttuoso, reachable by boat or on foot in about 4.5 km. Nature lovers can venture as far as the Valle dei Mulini, 3.7 km away, while families will appreciate the Parco del Flauto Magico, less than a km from the hotel.
Guests especially praise the staff’s helpfulness, rated 9.3, and appreciate the comfort of the rooms (9.0) and the scenic location (8.7). The rating for free WiFi is more modest (6.3), the only weak point noted in an otherwise very positive overall picture.
Yes, Hotel Primo Sole allows pets on request, with a possible surcharge to be confirmed at the time of booking.
Yes, Hotel Primo Sole has free private parking reserved for guests of the property.
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Yes, Hotel Primo Sole is located on the hills between Rapallo and Santa Margherita Ligure, about 800-900 metres from the nearest beaches.
No, Hotel Primo Sole does not include breakfast in the room rate.
Yes, all rooms at Hotel Primo Sole have a private bathroom with shower, and in some cases also a bidet.
Hotel Primo Sole is just 50 metres from the bus stop for Rapallo and Recco, while Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino railway station is about 850 metres away.
