LHP Santa Margherita Palace

LHP Hotel Santa Margherita Palace & SPA

The LHP Hotel Santa Margherita Palace & SPA is a 5-star hotel located about 100 metres from the Santa Margherita Ligure train station, just 5 km from Portofino, in the heart of the Eastern Ligurian Riviera.

The property offers rooms and suites furnished with contemporary design pieces, equipped with a minibar, satellite TV, air conditioning and soundproofed walls. Some higher categories feature a private terrace, whirlpool tub or garden view, while those seeking more independence can choose the self-catering apartments, located in separate buildings a short distance from the main hotel.

Guests have access to an indoor lounge bar and, by reservation, to a wellness area with massages and beauty treatments. Breakfast is served with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. The central location, especially appreciated by couples, makes it easy to reach the seafront, the restaurants in the town centre and the station for Portofino and Rapallo on foot, making the hotel suitable both for a relaxing stay and for a weekend exploring the coast.

★ 8.3 · Very Good · 1.464 reviews

Room types

The rooms at the LHP Hotel Santa Margherita Palace & SPA range from the 18 sqm Attic Double to the spacious suites with spa access exceeding 45 sqm, passing through the Standard, Superior and Executive versions. All room types are air-conditioned, soundproofed and equipped with a private bathroom, minibar, coffee machine and flat-screen TV with cable channels, ensuring a good level of comfort regardless of the category chosen.

What sets the higher categories apart are their exclusive details: a whirlpool tub in the Luxury Suite and the Executive Room, a terrace with garden view in the Suite with Terrace and the Superior with Patio, and spacious separate living areas in the Junior Suite and the King Suite. For those staying in groups or with children, the Superior and Luxury Suites also offer an additional sofa bed in the living area, in addition to the main double bed.

Attic Double Room

18 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Bathtub, Air conditioning, Soundproofing

The most compact of the hotel’s rooms, with sloped ceilings that give it a distinctive character. The private bathroom is equipped with a bathtub, bidet and toiletries, while the air-conditioned room includes a minibar and a tea and coffee set.

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Standard Double Room

21 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Bathrobe, Minibar, Soundproofing

Slightly larger than the Attic room, this room features a bathroom with a shower and complimentary bathrobes. Soundproofed walls and a minibar complete a room designed for a practical and essential stay.

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Superior Double Room

23 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Bathrobe, Flat-screen TV, Toiletries

A step up from the Standard in terms of size, it keeps the same amenities of a shower, bathrobes and toiletries, with a flat-screen cable TV and soundproofed walls for a quieter stay.

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Junior Suite with Spa Access

25 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Living area, Spa access, Minibar

The first true suite in the range, with a living area separate from the sleeping area and access to the hotel’s spa area. The bathroom is equipped with a shower and toiletries, while the minibar and coffee machine complete the living spaces.

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King Suite with Spa Access

35 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Garden view, Bathtub, City view

More spacious than the Junior Suite, this unit overlooks the inner garden with a city and courtyard view. The private bathroom includes a bathtub, while the separate living room and bedroom offer greater privacy.

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Suite with Terrace and Spa Access

45 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Terrace, Whirlpool tub, Mountain view

One of the largest suites in the property, with a private terrace and patio overlooking mountain and city views. The bathroom is equipped with a whirlpool tub, ideal for those seeking a moment of relaxation after a day out.

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Superior Suite with Spa Access

36 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed
Max 3 guests
Whirlpool tub, Living area, Sofa bed

A suite designed for a third guest thanks to the sofa bed in the separate living room. The private bathroom with a tub and toiletries, plus the whirlpool bathtub, make it more complete than the smaller suites.

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Luxury Suite with Whirlpool Tub and Spa Access

45 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed
Max 3 guests
Whirlpool tub, Sofa, Minibar

The largest suite among those with a sofa bed, with a private bathroom equipped with a whirlpool tub and toiletries. The living area with sofa and flat-screen TV makes it suitable for extended stays or for those travelling as three.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you're looking for a hotel just steps from the centre and the sea, with the beach only 150 metres away.
Yes, if you want to treat yourself to spa treatments, sauna, Turkish bath and massages by reservation.
Yes, if you're travelling with a small pet (up to 15 kg), which is accepted with a surcharge.
Yes, if you're interested in travelling by train: the Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino station is 300 metres away.
Yes, if you appreciate air-conditioned, soundproofed rooms with full amenities such as a minibar and coffee machine.

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you are under 18: the minimum check-in age is set at 18.
Maybe not, if you're looking for free parking: the property only offers a paid valet parking service.
Maybe not, if you're travelling with children under 14 who would like to access the spa, as this is not permitted.
Maybe not, if you prefer to pay by card only: the property only accepts cash as the indicated payment method.

Hotel facilities & services

The LHP Hotel Santa Margherita Palace & SPA offers a spa with sauna, Turkish bath, hammam, whirlpool tub and a wide range of treatments on request, including massages, body scrubs, manicures and pedicures. The gym and relaxation room complete the wellness offering, while rooms for guests with disabilities ensure accessibility to common areas via lift.

In terms of dining, the property has a restaurant, bar, snack bar and coffee shop, with the option of breakfast in the room and menus for special diets on request. The concierge service, 24-hour front desk and luggage storage make organising the stay easier, as do the laundry, ironing and babysitting services.

Pets are allowed with a surcharge, and the property provides dedicated bowls and baskets. A sun terrace, garden and common room with TV offer outdoor and social spaces to relax away from the room.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Parking
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Flat-screen TV
Spa & wellness centre
Facilities for guests with disabilities

General facilities

Sun terrace
Terrace
Garden
Concierge service
Luggage storage
24-hour front desk
Family rooms available
Babysitting service
Daily housekeeping
Laundry service
Safe
Lift
Facilities for guests with disabilities
Spa & wellness centre
Gym
Sauna

Parking

Valet parking service

Food & drink

Coffee shop on site
Wine/champagne
Menus for special diets (on request)
Snack bar
Room breakfast available
Bar
Minibar
Restaurant
Electric kettle/coffee machine

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Satellite channels
Telephone
TV
Pay-per-view channels
Internet connection

Room amenities

Toilet paper
Towels
Bidet
Slippers
Private bathroom
Toilet
Complimentary toiletries
Bathrobe
Hair dryer
Wardrobe or closet
Alarm clock
Coffee machine
Electric kettle
Bedside power outlet
Desk

Location & what to see

The hotel occupies a central position in Santa Margherita Ligure, just steps from the seafront and the town’s lively centre. This is the busiest area of the town, with bars, restaurants and shops reachable on foot within a few minutes, and the town’s main beach is about 150 metres from the property.

The Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino train station is just 300 metres away, a convenient connection for those wishing to visit Portofino, about 5 km away, or travel to Rapallo, whose station is 2.2 km away. Genoa-Sestri Airport can be reached by car in about 28 km, useful for those arriving from outside the region. Several dining spots are also nearby, such as Bar Papiluc at 50 metres and the Molo 10 restaurant at 100 metres.

Those staying here can spend their days exploring the Eastern Riviera: the Parco del Flauto Magico is 150 metres away, while Portofino’s Castello Brown and the Abbey of San Fruttuoso, also reachable by boat, are about 3.9 and 3.8 km away respectively. In summer the area is ideal for the sea and excursions along the coast, while in autumn and spring walks to the Valle dei Mulini, 2.8 km away, or visits to historic sites such as the Abbey of San Girolamo la Cervara, 2.5 km from the hotel, are well suited.

Santa Margherita Ligure Beach — The town's main beach, convenient for a quick swim 150 m

Santa Margherita Ligure - Portofino Station — Direct rail connection to Portofino and Rapallo 300 m

Molo 10 — Seafront restaurant popular for fish and local dishes 100 m

Castello Brown — Historic fortress overlooking the Gulf of Portofino 3.9 km

Abbey of San Fruttuoso — Ancient coastal abbey also reachable by boat or on foot 3.8 km

Valle dei Mulini — Nature park with old water mills and shaded trails 2.8 km

What guests say about LHP Hotel Santa Margherita Palace & SPA

8.3

Very Good · 1.464 reviews

Staff

9

Comfort

8.8

Location

9

Cleanliness

8.7

Facilities

8.4

Value for money

7.8

Free Wi-Fi

8.2

Guests particularly praise the staff (9.0) and the location (9.0), followed by comfort and cleanliness above 8.7. The value for money, while still positive, is the most modest score (7.8), suggesting an overall solid experience perceived as not budget-friendly.