Il Timone
Santa Margherita Ligure · Italy

Il Timone

Cozy guest house in the heart of Santa Margherita Ligure, just steps from the sea, with air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi for a practical stay on the Riviera.

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8.3 Score
364 Reviews
14:00 Check-in
Nearby Ten Bagni Rosa Beach · 300 m
Parking Paid
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 14:00
Pets Allowed

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Il Timone

Il Timone is a guest house located in the center of Santa Margherita Ligure, in Liguria, about 400 meters from Ten Bagni Rosa Beach and just steps from Santa Margherita Ligure Beach.

The property, entirely non-smoking, offers air-conditioned rooms furnished with a desk, electric kettle, minibar, safe and flat-screen TV. Each room has a private bathroom with bidet, with linens and towels provided. Attention to detail is also reflected in the parquet floors and soundproofing of the rooms, designed to ensure rest even in the lively heart of the town.

The location is one of the most appreciated strengths: couples rated it 9.3 for a romantic stay, and overall the location score reaches 9.4. From here you can easily reach Portofino, the Abbey of San Fruttuoso and Castello Brown, as well as Santa Margherita Ligure – Portofino railway station, about 750 meters away. Il Timone is a good choice for those looking for a simple, well-connected base to explore the Riviera di Levante.

Il Timone
★ 8.3 · Very Good · 364 reviews

Plan your stay at Il Timone

Cozy guest house in the heart of Santa Margherita Ligure, just steps from the sea, with air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi for a practical stay on the Riviera.

Room types

Il Timone currently offers one room type, the Double Room, designed to accommodate up to two people in a space of about 14 square meters. The room is equipped with air conditioning, parquet floors, flat-screen TV, electric kettle and a private bathroom with hairdryer, features that make the stay practical even for those traveling light and staying just a few nights.

In addition to these amenities, the room stands out for its soundproofing, a detail not to be taken for granted in a guest house in the center of a very busy tourist destination during high season. The presence of a minibar and safe completes an offer designed for couples or solo travelers looking for essential comforts without giving up proximity to the sea and the town center.

Double Room — Il Timone
Double Room
14 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Minibar, Safe, Soundproofing

The only room type available at Il Timone, this room of about 14 square meters is designed for two people and combines essential comforts with particular attention to soundproofing, useful for resting well even in the lively center of Santa Margherita Ligure. The large double bed, parquet floors and private bathroom with hairdryer complete a functional and well-equipped room, with minibar and safe available.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you're looking for accommodation just steps from the sea: the nearest beach is only 300 meters away.
  • Yes, if you're traveling with your pet, as Il Timone accepts dogs and cats (a surcharge may apply).
  • Yes, if you prefer to travel by train: Santa Margherita Ligure - Portofino station is 750 meters away.
  • Yes, if you're a couple looking for a romantic base: the location was rated 9.3 by guests traveling as a couple.
  • Yes, if you want to stay in the heart of the historic center, among restaurants and cafes just steps from the door.

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you need free on-site parking, a service not included at this property.
  • Maybe not, if you prefer to pay by card: the property accepts cash only.
  • Maybe not, if you're looking for breakfast included, which is not offered by Il Timone.
  • Maybe not, if you want several room types to choose from, as only the Double Room is available.

Hotel facilities & services

Il Timone offers guests free WiFi and air-conditioned rooms, with a private bathroom featuring a shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Daily housekeeping, ironing service and laundry service ensure everyday convenience, along with luggage storage for guests arriving before check-in or leaving after check-out.

The property is entirely non-smoking and features parquet or tiled floors, heating and soundproofed rooms, designed to ensure a good level of quiet even in the heart of the town. A babysitting service is also available on request, useful for families on holiday.

General amenities also include an iron, independent entrance and availability of family rooms, while the in-room minibar completes the offer for those who want extra convenience without having to go out.

Great for your stay

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms available
  • Shower
  • Minibar

General facilities

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Babysitting service
  • Safe
  • Air conditioning
  • Entirely non-smoking property
  • Parquet or wooden flooring
  • Marble or tiled flooring
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Independent entrance
  • Soundproofed rooms available
  • Family rooms available

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Minibar

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Electric kettle
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Il Timone is located in the center of Santa Margherita Ligure, just steps from the seafront and the town’s beaches: Ten Bagni Rosa Beach is only 300 meters away, while Santa Margherita Ligure Beach is about 450 meters away. The neighborhood is the lively historic center, with restaurants, cafes and shops close at hand, as shown by venues like Rakki Sushi and Rêve Café practically on the doorstep.

Santa Margherita Ligure – Portofino railway station is about 750 meters away, convenient for reaching Rapallo, Genoa and other Riviera destinations without a car. Genoa-Sestri Airport is about 29 km away, while the center of Genoa with its Aquarium is about 33 km away. For those who love walking, the Magic Flute Park is 600 meters away and the Valle dei Mulini is about 2.3 km away.

From here it’s easy to organize excursions to Portofino and Castello Brown, about 3.3 km away, or by sea to the Abbey of San Fruttuoso, also reachable by boat from Santa Margherita. In summer the area is lively with sunbathers and tourists, while in the quieter months it’s well suited for walks along the coast and visits to nearby villages such as Camogli and Rapallo. The proximity to the station also makes the property convenient for those visiting Liguria without a car.

Ten Bagni Rosa Beach — Small town beach convenient for a quick swim 300 m
Santa Margherita Ligure Beach — Main beach in the center, lively during high season 450 m
Santa Margherita Ligure - Portofino Station — Rail connections to Genoa and the Riviera 750 m
Castello Brown — Historic fortress in Portofino with panoramic views over the gulf 3,3 km

What guests say about Il Timone

8.3
Very Good · 364 reviews
Staff
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Location
9.4
Cleanliness
8.5
Facilities
8.1
Value for money
8.3
Free Wi-Fi
10

Guests especially appreciate the central location, rated 9.4, and the cleanliness of the rooms, scoring 8.5. Staff and comfort also receive good ratings, while the value for money remains solid at 8.3, confirming an overall positive experience.

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