Grand Hotel Bristol Spa Resort

The 80 rooms and 11 suites take their design cue from the hotel’s exterior and embrace sunny shades of yellow. The sun-soaked rooms feature hardwood floors and balconies framing views of the Gulf of Tigullio or the adjacent park. Bathrooms feature a similar yellow and wood color scheme.

The poolside Flamingo is an all-day dining venue specializing in gourmet pizza and artisanal ice cream. Head to the rooftop Le Cupole for panoramic views of Portofino and gourmet cuisine. Nestled on the terrace, La Veranda’s menu highlights traditional regional Italian dishes.

Soak up the sun by the pool or take the hotel shuttle to the private Marina di Bardi Beach Club. Spend an afternoon at Erre Spa Bristol, which offers a circuit of hot and cold plunge pools as well as facials and massages.

Take a short stroll to the center of Rapallo and take a leisurely walk by the promenade, admiring the elaborate architecture here. Hop on the cable car to reach Montallegro Sanctuary, or plan a day trip to visit the villages of Cinque Terre.