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Hotel Cristallo
3-star hotel 200 metres from the beach in Lignano Sabbiadoro. Features a panoramic terrace with hot tub, balcony rooms, on-site restaurant, and free WiFi.

3-star hotel surrounded by greenery in Lignano Pineta, 450 metres from the beach. Offers a pool with hot tub, sun terrace and buffet breakfast.
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Hotel San Francisco is a 3-star hotel situated in the quiet, green area of Lignano Pineta, just 450 metres from its private beach. Set in a relaxing natural setting, the property offers a dynamic, comfortable stay close to the Lignano Thermal Baths and the Bella Italia Sports Village, making it a popular choice for couples and families.
The hotel features a large sun terrace equipped with sun loungers and parasols, where the outdoor pool with a hot tub takes centre stage. Guests can relax in the surrounding garden enjoying drinks and snacks at the on-site bar, while a rich breakfast buffet including continental, Italian, and gluten-free options is served every morning.
The bright and airy guest rooms all feature a private balcony or terrace, adjustable air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi access. For added convenience during the warm season, the property provides rental bicycles for guests to explore the extensive cycle path network and nearby coastal pine forests.

The accommodations at Hotel San Francisco are designed to offer functionality and rest in a neat, air-conditioned environment. Each room features a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safe, and a small refrigerator useful for keeping drinks cool on summer days.
The range of rooms extends from cozy single rooms to larger options designed for families or groups, such as the accommodation consisting of two interconnecting double rooms. The defining feature of almost all options is the presence of a private balcony or terrace, ideal for enjoying the cool evening air among the trees of Lignano Pineta.
16 m² room featuring a private balcony and an en-suite bathroom with shower. Perfect for two people, the room offers adjustable climate control and a refrigerator for drinks.
Spacious accommodation of over 21 m² ideal for three guests, with a private balcony and a bathroom complete with shower. Includes Wi-Fi access and satellite TV.
The property’s largest option, spanning 30 m² with a private terrace. It offers the privacy of interconnecting rooms and a maximum capacity of up to four people.
Double room of 16 m² whose exact location is assigned upon check-in. It boasts a private balcony, air conditioning, and a refrigerator.
Reserved for solo travellers, this room of around 14 m² offers an enjoyable outdoor terrace, wardrobe, safe, and independent air conditioning.
Essential and functional 9 m² option designed for a single guest, equipped with a balcony, private bathroom with shower and hairdryer.
Well-appointed double room with balcony and private bathroom. Features refined furnishings, safe, spacious wardrobe, and independent air conditioning.
Room of around 22 m² for three guests with a balcony overlooking the green surroundings. Features a bidet in the private bathroom, a safe, and a flat-screen TV.
Hotel San Francisco provides its visitors with a wide selection of services designed to ensure a comfortable stay in Lignano Sabbiadoro. Among the outdoor spaces, the spacious sun terrace with swimming pool and hot tub stands out, accompanied by a bar serving cocktails, drinks, and light snacks to enjoy in the garden.
Guests can take advantage of free Wi-Fi throughout the property, daily housekeeping, and bicycle rental to explore the coast. The hotel is also equipped with an elevator, entirely non-smoking hypoallergenic rooms, and security systems with CCTV cameras in common areas.
For indoor relaxation, a shared lounge with a TV area is available, while guests wishing to play sports will find a golf course nearby.
Hotel San Francisco is located along Viale Delle Palme in the renowned area of Lignano Pineta, one of the most popular seaside destinations in the Upper Adriatic. The property is immersed in a quiet, shaded green area characterised by maritime pines and lush gardens, located just 450 metres from Lignano Pineta Beach. This secluded, flat setting allows guests to reach the sea in just a few minutes on foot or by bicycle, while offering a serene environment sheltered from traffic on the busier commercial streets of the Friulian coast.
Transport connections in the area facilitate both local travel and arrival from other regions. The Lignano Sabbiadoro coastline is approximately 800 metres from the property, while Lignano Riviera Beach is 1.5 km away. For those arriving by train, the main reference point is the Latisana-Lignano-Bibione railway station, located about 14 km away and well connected by public buses. Travellers arriving by air can rely on Trieste-Ronchi dei Legionari Airport, 30 km away, and Venice Marco Polo Airport, situated 60 km away.
The area’s recreational offerings are rich and varied. Just 400 metres from the hotel lies the Bella Italia Sports Village, a famous multi-purpose complex for competitions and athletic gatherings, while the Unicef Adventure Park with treetop ropes courses in the greenery is 2 km away. For family days out, Parco Zoo Punta Verde is 4 km away and houses numerous animal species in a protected botanical garden. Nature lovers can stroll through the Lignano Pine Forest 500 metres away or explore the Val Grande oasis 6 km away, while the iconic Faro Rosso lighthouse is 3.7 km away along the harbor channel.
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Reviews highlight extremely high satisfaction with the politeness and helpfulness of the staff, rated with excellent scores. Guests also greatly appreciate the spotless cleanliness of the rooms, the peaceful location near the beach, and the quality of the swimming pool with hot tub.
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Yes, Hotel San Francisco features an outdoor swimming pool equipped with a hot tub and surrounded by a large sun terrace with sun loungers and parasols.
Yes, breakfast is always included and is served buffet-style with continental, Italian, and gluten-free options.
No, pets are not allowed at Hotel San Francisco.
Check-in at Hotel San Francisco is available from 14:00 to 22:30, while check-out must be completed between 08:00 and 10:00.
Lignano Pineta Beach is approximately 450 metres from Hotel San Francisco and is easily reachable on foot.
Yes, all accommodations at Hotel San Francisco feature individually controlled air conditioning.