I looked at a lot of reviews before we went, and many of them are very negative. I have to say, that if you're used to being pampered and having 5-star quality, then this is probably below your expectations. But you won't find anything better than this hotel in the quaint little town of Portovenere. We loved our room, and... More

this is a beautiful old hotel right across the street from the storybook harbor and town. Pay the extra charge and get a room with the wonderful sea view. Its worth it! Throw open the shutters, open the windows and feel the sun on your face, the beautiful ocean breeze and smell the sea air! The room was larger than... More

Hotel location is perfect for accessing the ferry to go to the towns of Cinque Terre. If you need to get to the trains in La Spezia it will be about a 30 min. bus ride. Great location and views from rooms looking out to bay. Rooms are clean & comfortable. Balconies were small with small openings but it is... More

This hotel and room was very adequate. It is a decent stay in Portovenere with good service. The staff was pleasant and helpful. The room was fine, nothing wonderful but not bad. The view we had of the town was lovely. Large continental breakfast. Very small shower. More

Portovenere is a beautiful little village next to the Cinque Terre, and perfect to live in while exploring Cinque Terre. The Grand Hotel Portovenere is situated just perfect, 50 metres from the boats to CT. But there is nothing Grand about the hotel, overpriced if you look at the comfort. We were three persons and one had to sleep on... More

This hotel is in a beautiful location with excellent views, right across from the ferry docks for Cinque Terre, The hotel is very dated, the rooms are like dormitories, so there is nothing grand about it.The breakfast was acceptable but the staff was not very helpful. More

If you have an opportunity, it's the best place to stay in Portovenere. The rooms are expensive (indeed), but it's the only 4* hotel in this area. The hotel is situated very close to the boat station, and the bus station as well. The rooms are big, and mine was looking at the sea and all the town attractions, The... More

This hotel seriously needs a renovation. The whole hotel from the reception to the room interior looks very outdated. The appearance is what I would expect from a 2* at most. As a monopoly 4* in that region they probably consider any change unnecessary as guests still come even though their priced are very high. At arrival we got a... More

This was my second experience with the Grand Hotel Portovenere. Although we rented a house on the last visit, we hosted our daughter's wedding reception here. Our overall experience at that time was outstanding. When my granddaughter and I were going to spend only one night in Portovenere on this visit, I felt the Grand Hotel's location would allow us... More