5 Star Super Luxury Hotel
Exclusive member since: 2020
Location: Portofino in Italy
Heaven ? I'm in heaven, and my heart beats so that I can hardly speak ? Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong's classic song, "Cheek to Cheek," could well have been written about Belmond Hotel Splendido. Such is its magical air of romance, from the twinkling stars over the moonlit ocean to the palm trees swaying around the hotel. In fact, the hotel's official serenade is the melodious 1958 ballad "Love in Portofino" by Italian vocalist Fred Buscaglione. It was inspired by the Belmond Hotel Splendido's most famous lovers, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. When the couple escaped here on a break from filming Cleopatra in Rome, Burton proposed to Taylor on the wisteria-covered terrace of his suite. Taylor adored the hotel, and the couple subsequently returned, again and again, to stay in Bungalow Five.
The village of Portofino itself is irresistibly pretty, perched on the coast of Italy's smallest region, Liguria. Surrounded by lush greenery, pastel-painted houses cluster like petit fours around an incredibly blue cove. You'll find the Belmond Hotel Splendido on the green hillside, its location offering spectacular views of Portofino and the Gulf of Tigullio. This former 16th-century monastery opened as a hotel in 1901. It offers relaxed luxury on an unparalleled level. This is truly la dolce vita.
Swim and sunbathe in our generous saltwater pool or put on your tennis whites for a match on the beautiful tennis courts. Relax in our acclaimed spa or step outside and unwind in the sauna, shaded by flora. Of course, fine dining is part of the Italian experience, and Belmond Hotel Splendido offers exceptional cuisine. At our renowned open-air restaurant La Terrazza, Chef Corrado Corti works wonders with regional seafood and pasta specialties. We'll admit, Spaghetti à la Elizabeth Taylor remains a favorite among diners. Those wishing to explore this area of extraordinary beauty can take a nature walk, kayak in the bay or even scuba dive. Or perhaps you'd like to visit Genoa's hidden boutiques and find a unique and elegant souvenir. However you choose to enjoy Portofino, let the hotel embrace you upon your return. Our favorite way to start the evening? Sipping an aperitif at the sophisticated cocktail bar. In a word: heaven.
The exclusive VILU Benefits exclusive services that only our clients will have when they stay at Belmond Hotel Splendido are:
- Special signature fee.
- Lunch for two at the pool restaurant, once during the stay (drinks not included).
- Welcome fruit and flowers in the room.
- Upgrade to the next room level subject to availability.
- Complementary Wifi.
