Grand Hotel Bristol Spa Resort (Rapallo)

Italy , Liguria , Portofino

  • Couples Holidays
  • Spa & Wellness
  • Outdoor Pool
5/5
Inghams rating

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Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Indoor Pool in the Erre Spa
Indoor Pool in the Erre Spa
Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Outdoor Pool
Outdoor Pool
Grand Hotel Bristol, Portofino, Deluxe Room with Sea View
Deluxe Room with Sea View
Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Le Cupole Restaurant
Le Cupole Restaurant
Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Pool
Pool
Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Sunbathing
Sunbathing
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Sun Deck
Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Lounge
Lounge
Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Bar
Bar
  • Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Indoor Pool in the Erre Spa
    Indoor Pool in the Erre Spa
  • Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Outdoor Pool
    Outdoor Pool
  • Grand Hotel Bristol, Portofino, Deluxe Room with Sea View
    Deluxe Room with Sea View
  • Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Le Cupole Restaurant
    Le Cupole Restaurant
  • Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Pool
    Pool
  • Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Sunbathing
    Sunbathing
  • Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Sun Deck
    Sun Deck
  • Grand Hotel Bristol, Rapallo, Liguria, Lounge
    Lounge
  • Via Aurelia Orientale, 369, 16035 Rapallo GE

Facilities

  • Gym/Fitness Centres
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Indoor Pool
  • Spa Facilities
  • Hot Tub
  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Bar
  • Free Wi-Fi

Portofino area at a glance

  • Italian
  • Euro (EUR)
  • Manchester Int. (MAN), London Gatwick (LGW), Birmingham Int. (BHX), Bristol (BRS), Leeds Bradford (LBA), London Luton (LTN)

Included in your holiday

  • On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Experts based in Italy
  • Access to Inghams Digital Resort Guide with things to do, walks and useful information on holiday
  • Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation on a bed & breakfast or half board basis

About Grand Hotel Bristol Spa Resort

The Grand Hotel Bristol Spa Resort’s on the coast of Rapallo overlooking the sea and Portofino Promontory, a protected forested area. As soon as you arrive you’ll know you’ve picked somewhere special to stay. The Art Nouveau building stands out on the promenade and the interior is just as impressive. Dating back to 1908 the hotel has a traditional meets modern style - think parquet flooring in the rooms and art deco furniture in the bar. The hotel is surrounded by a lovely garden dotted with Mediterranean plants.

Your summer holiday wouldn't be complete without a dip in the outdoor pool which is a real highlight, it’s at the front of the hotel so gets fantastic sea views. When the evening draws in, head to the bar for an aperitivo and watching the sunset. There are also plenty of bars and restaurants to try in the centre of Rapallo. It’s a beautiful walk along the coastal path.

ERRE Spa facilities

  • The hotel has a 2000m² spa. The Erre Spa has an indoor pool, sauna, whirlpools, emotional shower, Scottish shower (cold shower), Turkish bath and relaxation areas (open 10am-8pm, bathrobes, towels and slippers are provided by the hotel, you must be over 16 years old to use the spa)
  • Massages and beauty treatments (bookable and payable locally)

Marina di Bardi Beach Club

  • The hotel's private beach club is an exclusive spot for hotel guests. The hotel has a shuttle which will take you there in three minutes. This is a fantastic place to spend the day, and the restaurant and bar will keep you fed and watered throughout the day. The beach club even has its own beach concierge, so you can truly relax.

Access to the beach club is bookable & payable locally at the hotel.

Hotel facilities

  • Outdoor Swimming pool (normally open from approx. June to September, weather dependant)
  • Pool bar (open from around June to September)
  • Scooter rental (payable locally)
  • 20% discount on green fees at the nearby golf course, approx. three kilometres from the hotel
  • Garden
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking (approx. €30 per night, subject to availability)

CIN code: IT010067A19EB6ZZB3

  • Train Transfer: approx. 2 hours 30 minutes 
  • Taxi Transfer: approx. 1 hour 30 minutes
  • 150 metres to the sea front
  • 1.5 kilometres to Rapallo's historic centre
  • 2 kilometres to Rapallo train station 

A buffet breakfast is served each morning in La Veranda restaurant. If you would like to upgrade to half board you'll have a three course dinner in La Veranda restaurant, which has a lovely panoramic sea view.

La Veranda Restaurant is the hotel's main restaurant where they serve tasty Italian dishes. Everything from pizza to ravioli. In the summer you can eat outside on the terrace and enjoy sea views. 

Le Cupole Restaurant is on the tenth floor of the hotel with panoramic views over the Gulf of Tigullio. The menu created by Chef Graziano Duca combines tradition and creativity, producing the most delicious meals. It's even included in the Michelin guide having been awarded a 'Plate' for its quality food. We'd recommend giving one of the tasting menu's a try. All of the food here follows the zero-kilometre philosophy - so they use local produce wherever possible. In the summer you can dine al fresco on the terrace with breath-taking views of the promontory of Portofino (payable locally).

The Silk Bar is a great place for an aperitif or even an after dinner drink. Try a cocktail recommended by the hotel's bartender (payable locally).

Flamingo Pool Bar is open from around June to September (subject to weather conditions) serving delicious pizzas, gelato, bar snacks and drinks. It's great of you want a light lunch (payable locally).

Please let us know about any dietary requirements at the time of booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation. 

Board basis available: Half Board, Bed and Breakfast

Prestige rooms with park views sleep up to three people and have park views.

Prestige rooms with partial sea views sleep up to two people and have partial sea views.

Deluxe rooms with sea views sleep up to three people and are decorated in a classic style with light, sandy tones. The rooms look across to Rapallo and have sea views from the small French balcony. These rooms are also available for triple use, please call to book.

All rooms have:

  • Air-conditioning
  • TV
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe & slippers
  • Minibar
  • Safe

Additional information:

  • Cots are available on request for guests staying in the Deluxe Room
  • No. of rooms: 80
  • No. of floors: 5
  • Accessible rooms are available on request, please call to book to ensure that these rooms meet your requirements
  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: No
  • Access ramp: No
  • Check-in: 3pm
  • Check-out: 12pm
  • A tourist tax of approx. €5 per person (aged 15+) per night, for a maximum of 10 nights, is payable locally

Hotel offers

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Travel to Portofino area

Depart: Daily 

Fly into: Pisa airport

Transfer time: approx. 2 hours 30 minutes by train or 1 hour 30 minutes by private taxi

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Travel by air

Flights to Pisa depart daily between 02 May-24 Oct 2026

Fly from:

  • London Gatwick, London Luton Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds Bradford

Transfer time:

  • Pisa airport: approx. 2 hours 30 minutes by train or 1 hour 30 minutes by private taxi. Our holidays to Portofino include train transfers, but there is the option to upgrade to a private taxi for an additional cost. Please note if your return flight time from Pisa to the UK is before 10.30am, then a private taxi transfer must be booked due to local train times. 

Walks and hikes

Walking Trails:
80km of walking trails
Terrain:
Varied from hilly terrain, to farmland and seaside promenades
More walking info

Discover Portofino area

  • Walk along sea-side promenades in pastel painted towns
  • Hop on a ferry from Portofino to the Cinque Terre
  • Walk through the Portofino Natural Park

The Ligurian towns near Portofino are an exciting mix of glamour and wealth, and down-to-earth, rustic charm; from the ‘dolce vita’ of Portofino itself, to Rapallo, popular with holidaying Italian families. Walking in the Portofino National Park reminds you that there's still a lot of rural land around these picture-perfect towns, just a stone's throw from the coast. Exploring on foot is a great way to get to know the real Liguria, where farmers still work on the land and old farm houses stand strong in the middle of the countryside.

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