Grand Hotel Portovenere

The charming village of Portovenere, which sits on the point connecting the renowned Cinque Terre and the inspiring Gulf of the Poets, it is the gateway to visit Cinque Terre by boat. The village has been noteworthy since Roman times as a safe harbour to those sailing the Mediterranean, a fishermen town in Medieval times and a preferred home-away-from-home for many British famous poets as well as elite travellers since the XIX century. The region is known for its brightly coloured fishing villages, pristine waters and marine reserves, and a wide variety of hiking trails, offering visitors endless options during their visit.  Portovenere, sitting along the borders of Liguria and Toscany, is the ideal location to explore not  only Cinque Terre, but also the quaint towns of the Gulf of Poets and the Carrara white marble quarries, so dear to Michelangelo. Grand Hotel Portovenere is located on the most panoramic point of Portovenere, directly overlooking the sea and Palmaria Island. In the XVI century, the structure was home to a Franciscan monastery and was transformed into a hotel in 1970. After careful renovations with special attention to maintaining the original architectural features, revisiting them in a modern way to provide guests with maximum comfort, the Grand Hotel Portovenere has reopened its doors with its new design and understated elegance. With a total of 47 rooms, Grand Hotel Portovenere offers its guests a variety of lodging options together with breathtaking views of Portovenere and Palmaria Island. Each room captures the serenity of the region, reflecting the naturally occurring colours of the surrounding landscape through modern and sophisticated design, and showcases the unique and intricate history of the structure. At Palmaria Restaurant, our executive chef interprets regional dishes with a modern and creative twist, creating a unique culinary experience for resident and non-resident guests alike. Located on the panoramic terrace, Palmaria's candlelit ambiance mirrors the tranquillity and beauty of Portovenere, serving lunch and dinner daily Also located on the sprawling terrace, Venus Bar is the perfect place to relax while enjoying a specialty cocktail. Unique sitting areas create the perfect place for guests to gather with friends or simply sit quietly and take in the surrounding beauty