Royal Hotel Sanremo
Italy
Royal Hotel Sanremo
Corso Imperatrice, 80 18038 Sanremo Italy
www.royalhotelsanremo.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
The Leading Hotels of the World
Shareholders
The Royal Hotel Sanremo is a family-owned business since 1872, more than 150 years of warm hospitality tradition carried on by the same Italian hotelier’s family Bertolini. It has been home to famous European royalty and high society from all over the world. Proud founding partner and major shareholder of The Leading Hotels of the World, with excellent achievement of quality score.
Date of Creation
1872
Hotel General Manager
General Manager
Mr. Marco Sarlo
The property is under the guidance of the General Manager Mr. Marco Sarlo, since 2009. With more than 40 years of experience in the hotel industry such as Ciga Hotels, Relais Chateaux, Starwood, Luxury Collection, etc. the main goal is keeping the property relevant in the tourism industry while contributing to the development of the destination.
Hotel Positioning
The Royal Hotel Sanremo is a 5-star luxury hotel, LHW member, part of Virtuoso, Signature, Internova and Ensemble.
The property is uniquely located on the Italian Riviera, at walking distance to the center of town Sanremo, with its casino and shopping area, in front of the sandy beach.
Immersed in its own lush subtropical park, with an enchanting bloom and delicate scents in all seasons, thanks to the extremely mild climate of the area.
Development strategy
Completely renovated during the past 15 years, including all public spaces, guest rooms, F&B outlets and outside areas (yearly renewal and refurbishments works carried out during winter closing period).
Royal Hotel Sanremo
History & Story
The Royal Hotel Sanremo is an exclusive 5-star hotel rich in history and tradition, just the ideal choice for guests seeking luxury, intimacy and relaxation. Inaugurated in 1872, it has been home to famous European royalty, high society, celebrities and discerning travellers worldwide throughout its history and still is the place to be on the charming Italian Riviera of Flowers, blessed with a mild climate year-round. It enjoys a unique location in its own subtropical park with a heated sea-water swimming-pool and splendid views of the Mediterranean Sea, just moments from the sandy beach and the centre of town. The hotel offers guests a perfect blend of timeless elegance, modern comforts, warm hospitality and personalised service for a pampering and unforgettable stay.
Date Renovation
Completely renovated during the past 15 years (rooms, common areas, F&B outlets).
Last renovation Nov 2023 – Feb 2024.
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Property’s key USPs:
• Historical hotel rich in history, founded in 1872, belonging since then to the Italian family Bertolini. Completely renovated during the past 15 years, including all public spaces, guest rooms, F&B outlets and outside areas;
• 127 rooms and Suites each one individually decorated;
• Proximity to the glamourous French Riviera, 30 min from Monaco and 45 mins from Nice Apt;
• Scenic panoramic sea-water swimming pool heated at 27°C/82°F and designed by the renown Italian architect Gio Ponti in the late 40s. It is immersed in a lush subtropical park and features a precious mosaic of aquamarine stones to recreate the colours of the Mediterranean Sea water shades, changing throughout the day according to the sunlight;
• 3 restaurants serving top rated cuisine of which one is a Grill and Pizzeria, 2 bars serving tempting snacks and signature cocktails;
• State-of-the-art Royal Wellness spa featuring exclusive treatments with natural products by the luxury Italian brand MEI and fitness center with modern Technogym equipment;
• Common areas elegantly designed with frescoes on the ceilings and original paintings from the 17th & 18th century.
Location
The Royal Hotel Sanremo is uniquely located on the Italian Riviera of Flowers, on the west coast of the Liguria region, in Italy. Just 30 minutes’ drive from Monaco and 45 minutes’ drive from Nice Int. Airport.
Key sites/activities in the area
Extra notable features & uniques experiences
• Tennis court & mini-golf on property;
• Cooking classes/ Gourmet experiences/ painting classes on request on property;
• 18-holes Sanremo Golf Club at 5 Km by car, among olive groves;
• 18 miles cycling and jogging coastal path, one of the longest in Europe along the Mediterranean, entirely dedicated to pedestrians. An amazing opportunity to discover more than 7 charming villages along the way in front of the property (On property rental bikes and e-bikes);
• Horse riding experiences at only 3km by car from the property;
• Tailor made excursions to taste the culinary traditions, typical local products, such as wines, extra virgin olive oil, cooking classes with the locals and visits to the colorful famous open air market in the picturesque old town;
• The charming countryside, with visits of the fascinating Medieval villages among the hills;
• Private whale watching boat tours and yachting experiences like sunset cruises;
• Exclusive shopping experience with some of the most high-end luxury Italian fashion brands at The Mall Sanremo Luxury Outlet owned by Kering Group (at 10 mins. drive).
Fun Facts
• The Royal Hotel Sanremo has been home to famous European royalty, high society, celebrities, and discerning travellers worldwide throughout its history. The royalty was used to come to Royal Hotel Sanremo during the winter months because of the special microclimate that characterized the destination.
Children’s Corner
The Royal Hotel Sanremo is a family friendly hotel.
Children policy: kids are free of charge on Bed & buffet breakfast basis up to 6 years old.
The property features several amenities for families:
• A kids’ playroom available 24/7, from 3 to 12 years old;
• Outdoor heated sea-water swimming-pool with children’s section and playground (from April to October);
• The Smile Club, by the pool during the high season evenings, your kids will be looked after and enter-tained by an attendant with music, recreational and educational activities to enable them to experience a fantastic holiday of fun and growth;
• Mini-Golf free of charge;
• Tennis court & lessons at a charge.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
Number of rooms in total: 127 rooms & suites
• 19 Standard rooms 20-25mq/216-260 sq ft
• 55 Superior rooms 22-27mq/216-270 sq ft
• 22 Junior Suite 36mq/387 sq ft
• 17 Junior Suite Deluxe (Penthouse floor) 30-35mq/377-430 sq ft
• 5 Suite 50mq/538 sq ft
• 4 Exclusive Queen Suite 50mq/527 sq ft
• 2 Exclusive King Suite 62-70mq/667-753 sq ft
• 1 Exclusive Suite Marianna 105m2/1130 sq ft (2 bedrooms)
• 1 Exclusive Aurora Suite 94m2/1012 sq ft (2 bedrooms)
• 1 Exclusive Sissi Suite 111m2/1195 sq ft (2 bedrooms)
All rooms with sea-view have private balconies and/ or terraces; exclusive suites with large terraces, further to Deluxe Junior Suites located on top floor with breathtaking views over the Mediterranean Sea; each room with its unique style, marble bathrooms, wooden floors, luminous atmosphere, and elegant decor.
Complimentary Nespresso coffee machine with an exclusive coffee selection in all room categories; well-furnished mini bar; fresh flowers in exclusive suites with VIP amenities and Champagne.
Sensorial experience with our signature fragrance « Acqua Royal », characterizing the soul of the Italian Riviera, in all rooms.
Restaurants & Bars
The hotel works both in bed & buffet breakfast and half board basis.
(Full board available on request – no all inclusive)
Restaurants
3 exclusive restaurants offering a choice of delicious and creative regional, Mediterranean and international dishes, including:
• Fiori di Murano with panoramic views and precious Murano glass flower chandeliers;
• Il Giardino open during summer months for a refined candlelit dining experience overlooking the sea, on the terrace in the intimacy of the park;
• Corallina restaurant by the pool for informal lunches and dinners with Barbecue and Pizzeria, accompanied by soft live music entertainment « Folies Royal », in the evenings during summer.
Bars, lounges
2 bars serving snacks and signature cocktails while offering enchanting atmospheres.
• Bar delle Rose, in the main lobby, for your breaks in a pleasant and intimate atmosphere. In the evening, drinks and cocktails to sip in a soft and elegant ambiance, while being lulled to the sound of live music;
• Bar Corallina, by the pool, in a casual atmosphere, the perfect place to enjoy a refreshing cocktail and a restorative snack.
Wellness
Royal Wellness spa with no prescription wet zone with large hydromassage pool, emotional showers, Turkish bath, Vitari¬um, relaxation area with herbal tea corner, and fresh fruit
of your choice accompanied by soft music, fitness room new refurbished with the newest Technogym equipment. Our Royal Wellness spa features exclusive treatments with natural products by the luxury Italian brand MEI (Best Italian Herbs).
Extra Notable Features
Event Spaces (what spaces are available, capacities, what type of events can take place)
The hotel features seven meeting rooms/ even spaces from 8 to 300 persons. All with air-conditioning, daylight, Wi-Fi Internet, and an extensive range of technical equipment. Further to this, there are several outdoor spaces that can be privatized perfect for private, romantic events and weddings.
Event spaces details:
• Palme Room: main room with an adjoining hall to be used as reception and secretarial desk area. It features a
state-of-the-art technology.
• Aranci Room: overlooking the park and the sea, suitable for small meetings, corporate functions and business lunches.
• Hibiscus Room: facing the park and the sea. It is versatile and can be arranged in a number of modular set-ups, ideal for presentations, press conferences, showrooms and coffee breaks.
• Ranuncolo Room: multifunctional room consisting of two adjoining areas with a view of the park, which can be adapted for presentations, press conferences, showrooms and coffee breaks.
• Mimose Room: on the first floor. It consists of two adjacent rooms which can be arranged to create a unique space, suitable for breakout sessions.
• Sissi Suite Sitting Room: on the first floor with a large sea-view terrace, ideal for small meetings.
• Fiori Di Murano: overlooking the park and the sea.
Extra Notable Features
Extra activities:
• Casino
• Museums: Borea d’Olmo Ducal Palace; Villa Nobel; Villa Ormond with its botanical garden; National Ethnografic Prehistoric Museum of Balzi Rossi, near Ventimiglia
• Water sports & Yacht Club 1 km/0.62 mls
• Two marinas 1.5 km/0.93 mls 20 km/12.4 mls
• Villa Hanbury Gardens, Ventimiglia 29 km/18 mls
• Olive Tree Museum, Imperia 36 km/22 mls
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
2023
Hotel awards:
• 2023 Best Performance Google ADS Awards;
• 2023 Top Best Performer Blastness Awards Nomination;
• High satisfaction scores at Tripadvisor and social media,
• « Best Italian Spa » Spa Awards 12th Edtion/Area Wellness Headmaster Intl. (prize handled out during BIT Milano 2023)
Number of employees
An average of 100 people during the whole season.