... But I really have wonderful memories of Diano Marina, on the Italian Riviera. It is set in a wide bay with sandy beaches. It has a palm fringed promenade, and quite an elegant atmosphere, there are plenty of shops and lots of pavement cafe's and restaurants when you need to stop for a break ... Read review
incl. Breakfast - HRS Rating: /10 - Charming and nicely furnished rooms, with balcony , ... more
all with direct external phone line, sat-TV, hair-dryer and safe.Bar with a conservatory and terrace. Free use of bicycles, sauna and whirl-pool. Situated in a beautiful and characteristic area, in front of a fine sandy beach and connected to the down-town by a splendid beach promenade.
46 rooms all recently and nicely furnished all with balcony all with direct external ... more
line Sat TV safe and hair dryer Restaurant facing the sea with air conditioning Every day a different choice of Menu with many Italian and local pasta meat fish specialities and Saled buffet Rich buffet breakfast Pleasant Bar with terrace overlooking the sea Parking places near the hotel
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HOTEL GABRIELLADesigned by and under the direct management of its owners the Hotel ... more
Gabriella stands right on the sea shore and is surrounded by the greenery of a huge gardenThe hotel opens directly onto the private beach of very fine sand which is equipped with many leisure facilities: a deck chair beach umbrella and sun bed reserved for each room free use of pedalos and canoes indoor games area children's games bowls beach volleyball mini football A large freshwater heated swimming pool with whirlpool surrounded by a spacious solarium has recently been built between the hotel and the beach free services: individual swimming lessons group aquagym and water aerobic lessons play motor activities for children The buffet style breakfast is served in a charming patio at the edge of the pool in a relaxing atmosphere enhanced by the view over the seaAn extensive private parking area with free and reserved parking space for each room forms part of the garden grounds of the hotelA well equipped bar reading rooms games rooms television room Internet Point and a spacious dining room provide additional facilities for our guestsIn addition a small kitchen is at the disposal of mothers who wish to prepare baby food themselvesAll rooms which are served by lift have a bathroom balcony air condition telephone electronic safe minibar television with satellite and Sky channels teletext and Info channelA large panoramic view terrace equipped with solarium is situated on the third floorThe cuisine is very carefully selected with an international menu Golfo Dianese specialities and typical local dishes accompanied by a selection of the best quality winesThe Hotel Gabriella is situated in a very secluded and peaceful area only 500 metres from the centre of townThe bicycles and rickshaws available free to hotel guests provide access to the centre of town without using a car and allow guests to have a look at the characteristic Dianese countrysideIt is possible to rent a small car the Smart in the garden of the HotelThe goodwill kindness and courteousness of the owners and staff complete the pleasure of a stay at the Gabriella
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Nestled on the Capo Berta slope, the Piccolo Hotel enjoys a quiet location in the ... more
residential area of Diano Marina, right by the sea on the enchanting Riviera di Ponente.Spend pleasant hours sunbathing on the well-equipped sun terrace from which you can enjoy a magnificent view of the sea. When you feel like taking a swim, a sandy beach is close to the hotel, which provides parasols and deck chairs at convenient rates (free when staying at least 7 nights).After a day of leisure or excursions with the bikes you can rent at reception, retreat in the comfortable modern rooms, offering amazing views of the Dianese Gulf.Regain your energies savouring various dishes of national, international and local cuisines, featuring first courses, meat and fish, and served in a spacious, air-conditioned dining room.
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This family-run hotel is 500 metres from the beach in the seaside resort of Diano Marina. ... more
Rent a bike from reception and go for a ride along the seafront.Each guest room at Hotel Nettuno comes with satellite TV with English channels such as BBC and ITV. Most rooms feature a balcony with sea view.At the Nettuno Hotel you will find free Wi-Fi access in common areas. You can relax on the sun terrace and sip a drink at the bar. The restaurant serves traditional Italian cuisine. In the evenings, you can enjoy entertainment and live music in the lounge.
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Hotel Palace is situated in a beautiful and characteristic spot of the Riviera Dei Fiori, ... more
facing a sandy beach and connected to the town centre through a splendid seaside promenade.The establishment offers charming and nicely furnished rooms, most with balcony and sea view, for you to enjoy every moment of your stay.Make sure you pay a visit to the Palace’s restaurant, offering excellent Italian food with many regional fish and meat dishes and typical pasta.
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Hotel Torino is right in the town centre near the pedestrian shopping area, 150 metres ... more
from its own, private beach. Start your day with breakfast at the panoramic rooftop restaurant.Take one of the free bicycles for a ride around the town and explore Diano Marina. Back at the hotel, relax in the pool with Jacuzzi and sunbathe on the terrace. Fitness lovers will appreciate the well-equipped gym.The majority of guest rooms at the Torino Hotel have been modernised and decorated in vibrant colours. They all feature wood or marble floors. The entire hotel has free Wi-Fi access.Don't miss out on a meal at the restaurant, open at both lunch and dinner. The chef has 30 years of experience running this kitchen and prepares delicious Italian cuisine.
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Set in the town centre only 50 metres from the train station and 200 metres from the sea, ... more
Hotel Olympic offers comprehensive accommodation, great cooking and a warm welcome.A family-run business, the hotel is located in the heart of the charming Italian Riviera. Staying at Hotel Olympic, you may conveniently explore this enchanting region, quickly reaching celebrated destinations such as Monte Carlo and the French Riviera.The hotel’s restaurant offers superior Mediterranean and Ligurian cuisine, serving typical specialities in a homely atmosphere. A rich breakfast buffet, a vegetarian buffet, home-made pastries and a certified gluten-free menu are also available.Hotel Olympic features renovated, comfortable rooms equipped with all modern conveniences. Amenities include a rooftop garden and solarium (with live music evenings in the summer), rental bikes and ample parking space.
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Recently renovated, Hotel Splendid features family run accommodations in the seaside city ... more
of Diano Marina, on the Liguria Riviera.Offering many panoramic rooms as well as private swimming pool and garden, the hotel is set 50 metres from the coast and 800 metres from the city centre. Genoa with its famous Aquarium is 100 km away and the French Riviera with its renown cities of Montecarlo, Nice and Cannes is 70 km away.
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Advantages: Loveley town, and beach, nice atmosphere. Disadvantages: None
...really have wonderful memories of Diano Marina, on the Italian Riviera. It is set in a wide bay with sandy beaches. It has a palm fringed promenade, and quite an elegant atmosphere, there are plenty of shops and lots of pavement cafe's and restaurants when you need to stop for a break or to watch the world go by. It has an old town, with a weekly market, beautiful church and narrow cobbled streets. The locals were very hospitable, and very helpful ... ...them.
Diano Marina is close to the French Riviera, so if you fancy a trip to Nice or Monaco, you can hop on the bus, or the train. The trains are very frequent and pretty cheap too. If you do go to these places, allow a FULL day, as there is a lot to see and do :-) Not all of the eating places are expensive either, so don't think you have to break the bank to eat out.
We went to Nice, such an interesting place, the ... more
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I have only been to Italy once, and there are many loveley cities and resorts in Italy so I've been told. But I really have wonderful memories of Diano Marina, on the Italian Riviera. It is set in a wide bay with sandy beaches. It has a palm fringed promenade, and quite an elegant atmosphere, there are plenty of shops and lots of pavement cafe's and restaurants when you need to stop for a break or to watch the world go by. It has an old town, with a weekly market, beautiful church and narrow cobbled streets. The locals were very hospitable, and very helpful in the shops as my Italian is practically nil!
The pace of life is different, we travelled at the end of May and it felt like high summer to me. The day starts earlier, people getting their shopping done by midday, to take the afternoon siesta, little wonder as the temperatures were in the eighties.
We stayed in a small but comfortable hotel with views of the bay.
We decided to take a bus to the next town of Imperia, which was the old capital of the Italian Riviera. You can buy a bus ticket from a newsagents shop, this is how it is done over there. Imperia was full of atmosphere, the main square where you get off the bus is large, with a fountain in the middle. The buildings are mostly old, in loveley pastel colours with shuttered windows. There are many designer shops in Imperia, and it has a cosmopolitan feel. There are also many places to stop and eat or drink, forget about watching your weight, you've no chance here!
Be prepared for a shortage of public conveniences though, in Imperia we had to go into a cafe to have coffee to avail ourselves the use of their toilet. It is the accepted thing there apparently, a case of "you scratch my back and I'll .................let you use the loo"!.
If you have never been to Italy, the driving tends to be a bit erratic, watching the Italians cross a road is very entertaining! They just tend to step out, taking their life in their hands, and hope that the traffic will slow down!!! I personally decided not to emulate them, being a bit cautious I waited for a decent gap before venturing across the road. Of course if you find a crossing then all the better :-). There are motor scooters everywhere, so be careful on the roads. The buses, we found to be driven very well, each time we used them.
Diano Marina is close to the French Riviera, so if you fancy a trip to Nice or Monaco, you can hop on the bus, or the train. The trains are very frequent and pretty cheap too. If you do go to these places, allow a FULL day, as there is a lot to see and do :-) Not all of the eating places are expensive either, so don't think you have to break the bank to eat out.
We went to Nice, such an interesting place, the public buildings are very nice, some old an elegant, some very modern. So many contrasts, from the Hotels for the mega rich, to the basic B & B's. It is a very long walk from one end of the Promenade De Anglais to the other, but I wouldn't have missed it for anything! Again, at busy times crossing the road alongside the promenade can take some time, as there is a dual carraigeway with three lanes each way, but there are pedestrian crossing points ;- The sea was really blue, which looked beautiful, and there were topless sunworshipers aplenty! I have to say also that I have never seen so many dented cars in one city!
Lastly, there is one public beach at Diano Marina, which is fine. All of the others are private, and you have to pay a charge, but you get a lounger and sun canopy and the beach is kept in pristine condition. The charges vary, but are around the £4 mark, for a day.
Advantages: Weather, Food, People, Beach, sea, views Disadvantages: A lot more can be done for disabled
Diano Marina is a seaside town nestling on the Italian Riviera in North West Italy. We chose to visit Diano Marina in July, which upon hindsight may not have been the wisest time as the temperatures got quite hot. It was our first our first time to Italy. Our tour guide recommended September/October for visiting or earlier in the year such as April/May. However, we were here and we were going to make the most of it – regardless of the hotness or ... ...hour trip by coach to Diano Marina. The journey between Nice and Diano Marina is nothing if not spectacular. It truly is the most awe inspiring views I have ever seen (but then I am not a seasoned traveller). The motorway (auto strata) on which you travel to Diano Marina is several hundred feet high and despite my fear of heights, I just couldn’t get enough of the mountainous coastal scenes.
Diano Marina itself is a relatively small town with a ...
dabmim 11.08.2003
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Advantages: Old past Disadvantages: Not the best sea resort in Italy
...aware of the fact that Diano Marina has got a very old past.
Pre-historic remains have been found to confirm that Diano was a major "village" well before the Romans.
The current name comes from the Roman period, when they introduced the cult of "Diana" the Goddess of hunters.
The legend goes that you could hunt, amongst others, the brown bear.
Later on, Diano was many times invaded by the pirats, you can still visit the remains of the observation ... ...Today Diano Marina is very popular with tourists, particularly in summer.
Although I would not recoomend it as a place to spend your holidays in Italy, if it is the first time you visit the country, still, Diano Marina is a pleasant place, also out of the tourist season. ...
CICLISTALOCO 19.05.2001
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