A 19th-century historic villa in Sanremo, just steps from the sea, with a wellness centre, private garden and local Italian cuisine restaurant.
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Villa Sylva & Spa is a 3-star hotel set in a 19th-century villa in Sanremo, just 350 metres from the Ligurian Sea and 120 metres from Villa Nobel. The building retains its period charm in the common areas, with a spacious lounge furnished with antique furniture that invites guests to linger, while the rooms combine parquet flooring with modern amenities such as a safe and, in several room types, sea or garden views.
It’s a fitting choice for those seeking a stay that combines relaxation with a central location: the classically styled rooms offer a private bathroom with courtesy set and hairdryer, and in some cases a balcony and satellite TV. The in-house wellness centre, with a hot tub, sauna, Turkish bath, sensory showers and massage service on request, is one of the property’s key strengths.
For dining, guests can enjoy local Italian cuisine at the in-house restaurant and a bar for an evening aperitif, while breakfast is served every morning in several varieties, including gluten-free options. The private garden and free WiFi round out an offer designed for both couples and families with children.
The rooms at Villa Sylva & Spa share an elegant layout, with parquet flooring, a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer and courtesy set, air conditioning and a minibar. The main difference between the room types lies in size and view: from the 17 square metres of the Comfort room with garden view to the 22 square metres of the Double Room with Sea View, up to the 35 square metres of the Suite, designed for longer stays or larger families.
The Double Room with Sea View stands out for its private balcony overlooking the Ligurian Sea, while the Suite offers a separate living area with a sofa bed, sloped wooden ceilings and a bathroom with a chromotherapy shower reached via a short internal staircase. The more intimate Comfort Room features an extra-large double bed, a walk-in shower with bidet and a garden view, with private entrance and a smartphone provided. All room types are designed to offer guests privacy.
At 22 square metres, this room is the only one in the property to directly overlook the Ligurian Sea thanks to a private balcony. The elegant furnishings and parquet flooring are paired with a private bathroom with hairdryer and courtesy set, for a stay focused on sea views.
The largest of the available rooms, this 35-square-metre junior suite is arranged into a sleeping area and a separate living room with a sofa bed, ideal for families or extended stays. Sloped wooden ceilings and a bathroom with a chromotherapy shower, reached via a short 5-step staircase, make it the property’s most distinctive room type.
The most compact of the three room types, at 17 square metres, this room features an extra-large double bed and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and bidet. Compared to the other rooms, it stands out for its private entrance and smartphone provided, as well as its view of the inner garden.
Villa Sylva & Spa offers guests a full wellness centre, with a sauna, Turkish bath, hot tub and massage service on request, alongside dedicated fitness spaces and beauty treatments such as manicure, pedicure and face and body treatments. The garden with sun terrace and the spacious lounge with antique furniture offer further spaces for relaxation.
For dining, the hotel has an in-house restaurant and a bar, with the option of breakfast in the room and menus for special diets on request. General services include a 24-hour reception, luggage storage, laundry and ironing service, bike rental and a shuttle service.
The property also pays close attention to accessibility, with rooms designed for guests with disabilities, a stairlift and bathrooms with grab bars, while free WiFi is available in all common areas and rooms.
Villa Sylva & Spa is located in a residential area of Sanremo just steps from the sea, on a private side street near Corso Trento Trieste. The neighbourhood is characterised by 19th-century Liberty-style villas, including the notable Villa Nobel, the historic home of Alfred Nobel, just 40 metres from the hotel, and Villa Ormond with its public gardens 250 metres away.
San Martino beach can be reached in about 250 metres, while Sanremo railway station is 700 metres away, convenient for those arriving by train along the Genoa-Ventimiglia line. The historic centre with Piazza Colombo is about 1.3 km away, and the famous Teatro Ariston, home to the Italian Song Festival, is a 10-minute drive away. The nearest airports are Nice Côte d’Azur at 48 km and Riviera Airport at 36 km.
In the warmer months, the proximity to the sea makes the property a convenient base for enjoying the beaches of the Riviera dei Fiori, while all year round guests can visit the gardens of Villa Ormond, stroll along the Parco Costiero cycle path or go on bike rides thanks to the rental service available at the hotel. Those who love local history can visit the Forte di Santa Tecla and the historic churches of the town centre, while nature lovers can head inland towards the Passo Ghimbegna, about 10 km away.
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Guests especially praise the location, rated 8.6, and the staff, appreciated with a score of 8.9 for kindness and helpfulness. Cleanliness and comfort follow with solid scores (8.8), while value for money, though positive, is the relatively least praised aspect.
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Yes, Villa Sylva & Spa is located about 350 metres from the Ligurian Sea and 250 metres from San Martino beach.
Yes, Villa Sylva & Spa accepts pets, although an additional fee may be required.
No, access to the wellness centre at Villa Sylva & Spa involves an additional cost of 20 euros per person for 2 hours, and includes sauna, Turkish bath, hot tub and sensory showers.
Villa Sylva & Spa is accessed via a flight of stairs, but a stairlift is available for guests with mobility issues.
Yes, Villa Sylva & Spa offers a continental, American and buffet breakfast with gluten-free options also available.
Villa Sylva & Spa has private on-site parking, not free, at the property.
