Family-run guest house in Bordighera, non-smoking, with free parking and air-conditioned rooms just minutes from the sea and the historic centre.
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Il Gelso Bianco is a non-smoking guest house located in Bordighera, Liguria, about 2 km from Bordighera Beach and a short distance from the town’s railway station. The property caters to those seeking a simple and practical stay on the Riviera dei Fiori, without giving up essential comforts such as air conditioning, soundproofing and free WiFi in all units.
The available options include a double room with private bathroom and an apartment consisting of a bedroom and living area with a sofa bed, both equipped with a flat-screen TV and private bathroom. This makes it a versatile choice both for couples and for those who need more space.
Free parking is included, a notable advantage in a coastal destination like Bordighera. Pets are allowed on request, with a possible extra charge. The area around the property offers bars, ice cream shops and restaurants within walking distance, as well as easy access to rail connections towards Ventimiglia and the French border.
Il Gelso Bianco offers two types of accommodation designed for different needs: a compact double room and a more spacious apartment with separate sleeping and living areas. Both options share common elements such as a private bathroom, soundproofed walls and a flat-screen TV, ensuring a good level of privacy even in a small property.
The Double Room with Private Bathroom, at 12 sqm, is designed for two people and features a large double bed, minibar and independent entrance, ideal for those seeking a compact but functional solution. The Apartment, larger at 16 sqm, adds a living area with a sofa bed, offering greater flexibility for those who want a space to move around more freely during their stay, while maintaining the same attention to privacy and acoustic comfort as the rooms.
The most compact room in the property, with an independent entrance and soundproofed walls. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower and bidet, while amenities include a minibar, tea and coffee maker, wardrobe and tiled flooring. A compact solution designed for practical stays as a couple.
The most spacious solution in the property, divided into a separate bedroom and a living area with an additional sofa bed. Compared to the double room, it offers more space and the ability to comfortably accommodate those who want an area split between night and day, while still keeping soundproofed walls and a private bathroom.
Il Gelso Bianco is an entirely non-smoking property that focuses on essential yet effective services for a worry-free stay on the Riviera dei Fiori. Every unit has a private bathroom, air conditioning, heating and soundproofed walls, ensuring a good level of comfort regardless of the type chosen.
For those travelling by car, free parking is a significant advantage in a tourist destination like Bordighera, where finding a spot can be difficult during high season. Free WiFi is available in all rooms, as is the flat-screen TV, useful for relaxing after a day at the beach or out exploring.
Pets are allowed on request, a detail that makes the property suitable for those travelling with their animal. Overall, the services offered cover the main needs of a short or extended stay in this part of the western Ligurian coast.
Il Gelso Bianco is located in Bordighera, set back from the seafront in a residential area of this Riviera dei Fiori town known for its mild climate and botanical gardens. The location, slightly removed from the busiest tourist centre, allows for a quiet stay while remaining convenient for reaching the area’s main attractions.
Bordighera Beach is about 2 km away, while Bordighera railway station is 1.8 km away, convenient for travelling along the coast towards Ventimiglia or Sanremo without a car. Within 1.5 km there are several bars and restaurants, including Ristorante da Erio and L’Officina del Gusto dal 1936, useful for daily meals. The French border at Menton and the Principality of Monaco can be reached by car in under 30 minutes, with Monaco Heliport about 20 km away.
Those staying here can spend summer days at the beach and on seaside walks, while in cooler periods it’s worth visiting the Hanbury Botanical Gardens, about 8 km away, one of the most important historic gardens in Liguria, or venturing to the historic centre of Bordighera Alta. The nearby towns of Ventimiglia and Sanremo offer further options for day trips, markets and nightlife, making the area a good base for exploring the Italian-French border.
Guests particularly appreciate the cleanliness, rated 9.1, and the free WiFi, with a top score. Staff and comfort also receive good ratings. The location, although rated positively by couples, remains the relatively weakest point of the stay.
Yes, Il Gelso Bianco allows pets on request, with a possible additional charge to be confirmed at the time of booking.
Yes, Il Gelso Bianco offers free parking to its guests, a useful advantage given its location in a tourist destination like Bordighera.
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Il Gelso Bianco is located about 1.7-2 km from Bordighera Beach, reachable in a few minutes by car or with a walk.
No, Il Gelso Bianco does not include breakfast among the services offered to guests.
Yes, Il Gelso Bianco is an entirely non-smoking property throughout all its areas.
Il Gelso Bianco offers a 12 sqm double room with private bathroom and a 16 sqm apartment with a living area and an additional sofa bed.
