"Worst 4 star hotel ever. Smells bad. I don’t understand how they can carrie 4 stars. I booked 6 days with my family, and after the first night I had to leave. Save yourself this awful experience. I wouldn’t recommend to anyone. The restaurant smells bad too. I could eat anything."

"Excellent breakfast and excellent location just over 1km from station"

"We decided to return to Alassio for our second honeymoon, 40 years after the first one. Alassio was also the favorite holiday destination of my parents because of its romantic center full of narrow lively little streets and the beautiful scenery. We remembered having seen the hotel from a distance in the past and visited the website. We were attracted by the info regarding the terraces and the cuisine and decided to book. On arrival we were struck by the design of the lobby and the restaurant and by the view on the bay. You could easily see that great investments have been made to create the interior. On the outside there is still some work to do. The reception staff was very friendly and made us feel at home instantly. Our room with a nice balcony and sea view was good but not spectacular. The airco worked very well and the room was kept clean very neatly. The private beach was extremely well managed by a knowledgeable lady with 30 years of experience. For us the biggest asset of the hotel is the kitchen staff and its chef Yari, a real artist. Since the hotel is located a bit outside of the very center, the surrounding is more quiet, especially when you book a room on the seaside. But to get to the very center it only takes a 5-10 minutes walk along the beach. "

"I don't know why TripAdvisor lists this property as a "villa" instead of a hotel- quite odd. The mgr should contact them to correct this mistake. Frances Mayes mentioned Villa Della Pergola in one of her books- I think that's how I first became aware of it. We flew into Nice and were looking for a property not too far from the Nice airport before we continued on with our Italian travels. We stayed in the Ruth suite in one of the two original bldgs and it was wonderful with the best beds of our trip. Super comfy mattresses and excellent bedding. The two beds in this suite are "French" size/style which I hadn't heard of before and a bit smaller than an American queen. Our views of the sea and gardens below were sensational. There's also a private gate and path up to the pool from this room. The private terrace and bathroom were enormous as was the room. The two main bldgs from the 1800s are Pergola and Villino and there appear to be some brand new suites near the new pool at the top of the property. I can't vouch for the new rooms or their views- I would probably stick with a room in one of the two original bldgs. Names of rooms in Pergola: Sylvia, Walter, Ruth, Thomas, Wm. Names of rooms in Villino: Edward, Frances, Lewis, Margaret, Elgar and Cecil. I would ask for photos to make a selection. The GM told us that their gardens were voted most beautiful in Italy last year and they are sensational. What really wowed us though was the brand new swimming pool at the top of the property- just gorgeous and large with plenty of deep water. The casual pool-side lunch bar was excellent with outstanding food and service. Food is brought to your table or chaise lounge outside- there's no space for indoor dining within the pool cafe. Landscaping throughout the property is breathtaking. It's true that there are many steps and levels throughout the property so just be prepared. I have bad knees and only encountered problems in these areas which I hope they will correct: the lovely infinity pool at the top is aesthetically pleasing but needs at least one hand grab along with glass wall where you first enter the pool and the underwater steps. Likewise, the older small circular pool on the level below has absolutely no rails or posts to hang onto when entering the steps to go into the water. The chaise lounges at the top new pool are beautiful and well padded but so low -almost sitting on the ground and too low for people with bad knees to get up and down. I think a few higher lounges should be added. I noticed an older woman with her grandchildren sitting in an upright chair- I'm sure she was scared to get down on one of those lounges for fear she wouldn't be able to get up again! The beauty and aesthetics can be maintained with a few minor adjustments. The pools are unheated and wonderfully cold and refreshing on a hot, sunny day. The upper level was very windy and we enjoyed the strong breezes as it was quite hot and nice not to feel sticky from humidity"

"After reading previous reviews I was pleasantly surprised. The staff were great the food was good, i ate too much every night, and the rooms were nice and clean (Clean towels every day). The town is a lovely place and a good base for our trip. I would definitely go back again. I also loved the frog chorus that serenaded us every evening (early May). This for me was a fun thing to remember my holiday as it was very unique. Andrea."

"A hotel to be strongly recommended for the location, for the beautiful and spacious rooms, for the buffet breakfast worthy of a luxury hotel, for bikes offered free but above all for the professionalism of all the staff working to make Your stay as pleasant and comfortable as possible, under the eye always very careful but discreet of the property. Congratulations and thanks of my heart!"

"The hotel is nice but a little bit dated, decent size room good for a week holiday!! No frills and luxuries are provided such as drinks and cable. Breakfast is served, good for people love French and Italian food! Fresh fruit, a la carte ham and cheese toast, cappuccino and espresso!"

"This is a wonderful hotel right on the beach in Alassio. I cannot say enough good things about our stay - the beautiful views, the tasteful, exceptionally clean rooms, the delicious breakfast, but most of all the gracious and welcoming staff. In general, everyone was kind, friendly, and hospitable but when we had an itinerary change everyone at the front desk went above and beyond to accommodate us an additional night. I must also mention Isabella, who kept our room beautifully and greeted us with such warmth daily. There is so much charm and genuine humanity at this lovely, lovely hotel right on the beach you would be hard pressed to find a better place to stay in Alassio - or anywhere else, for that matter."

"We had an excellent experience here. The people were wonderful and the hotel is very charming. Once it was a large home of a well known painter. Great location at a quiet end of the promedade, right opposite the beach. The breakfast and the Chef was very special. This is not a newly renovated modern hotel. It has lovely furnishings and no flaws, which is what we like. We will be returning after the summer."