Grand Hotel Alassio Beach & Spa Resort - The Leading Hotels of the World
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Summary of reviewsThe Grand Hotel Alassio Beach & Spa Resort – The Leading Hotels of the World is lauded for its prime beachfront location and breathtaking sea views, which provide a tranquil yet centrally positioned getaway. Nestled by a beautiful private beach and close to local attractions, the hotel's setting is ideal for both relaxation and exploration. Guests consistently highlight the well-maintained interiors, clean rooms and very pleasant spa which enhance the overall positive experience.
The breakfast at the resort receives generally positive feedback, particularly for its diversity, excellent service and beautiful sea-front setting. The buffet with its assorted hot and cold options, is often described as a dream. However, some guests feel that it occasionally falls short of the five-star expectations due to limited variety and occasional service delays.
Dinner experiences reveal a more mixed reception with some guests finding the quality lacking, particularly at the Bistro restaurant. However, high-level cuisine at the GAZEBO and standout dishes, like pizza, receive praise. Dining on the beach is noted for its romantic ambiance and overall, while some improvements are needed, there are still enjoyable dining elements.
The rooms receive a mixed reception; while they are modern, comfortable and decorated with charming Art Deco touches, some guests note their compact size and inadequate storage, particularly the bathrooms. Maintenance issues with showers and bathtubs are also mentioned. However, rooms with sea views are particularly praised for their stunning vistas and the overall atmosphere is described as luxurious and calm.
Cleanliness at the hotel generally receives good feedback with well-maintained rooms, facilities and beach areas. However, some guests note inconsistent housekeeping standards and specific areas needing better upkeep. Despite these criticisms, the hotel’s beautiful seafront location, excellent spa and professional staff contribute positively to guests' experiences.
The staff at the Grand Hotel Alassio is widely accoladed for their friendliness, kindness and attentiveness. Guests often highlight the team’s professionalism and helpful nature, significantly contributing to the hotel’s esteemed reputation.
The spa receives glowing reviews for its array of amenities, including seawater pools, saunas and hammam areas. It is often referred to as serene and magnificent, offering excellent massages and wellness services that create a truly relaxing environment.
The pool area, complemented by the spa’s facilities, is appreciated for its spaciousness and cleanliness, although there are suggestions that the indoor pool could benefit from refurbishing. The private beach stands out for its cleanliness and well-organized facilities with complimentary sun loungers and umbrellas contributing to a highly enjoyable beach experience.
Beds in the hotel are generally praised for their comfort, though some guests mention that the bed sizes are smaller than expected and the firmness of the mattresses varies.
While the Grand Hotel Alassio has commendable aspects like customer care and spa facilities, some guests feel it falls short of five-star standards in areas such as room readiness, daily maintenance services and dining quality. Despite these shortcomings, many visitors believe that with service improvements, the hotel has the potential to be highly recommendable.
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The breakfast at the resort receives generally positive feedback, particularly for its diversity, excellent service and beautiful sea-front setting. The buffet with its assorted hot and cold options, is often described as a dream. However, some guests feel that it occasionally falls short of the five-star expectations due to limited variety and occasional service delays.
Dinner experiences reveal a more mixed reception with some guests finding the quality lacking, particularly at the Bistro restaurant. However, high-level cuisine at the GAZEBO and standout dishes, like pizza, receive praise. Dining on the beach is noted for its romantic ambiance and overall, while some improvements are needed, there are still enjoyable dining elements.
The rooms receive a mixed reception; while they are modern, comfortable and decorated with charming Art Deco touches, some guests note their compact size and inadequate storage, particularly the bathrooms. Maintenance issues with showers and bathtubs are also mentioned. However, rooms with sea views are particularly praised for their stunning vistas and the overall atmosphere is described as luxurious and calm.
Cleanliness at the hotel generally receives good feedback with well-maintained rooms, facilities and beach areas. However, some guests note inconsistent housekeeping standards and specific areas needing better upkeep. Despite these criticisms, the hotel’s beautiful seafront location, excellent spa and professional staff contribute positively to guests' experiences.
The staff at the Grand Hotel Alassio is widely accoladed for their friendliness, kindness and attentiveness. Guests often highlight the team’s professionalism and helpful nature, significantly contributing to the hotel’s esteemed reputation.
The spa receives glowing reviews for its array of amenities, including seawater pools, saunas and hammam areas. It is often referred to as serene and magnificent, offering excellent massages and wellness services that create a truly relaxing environment.
The pool area, complemented by the spa’s facilities, is appreciated for its spaciousness and cleanliness, although there are suggestions that the indoor pool could benefit from refurbishing. The private beach stands out for its cleanliness and well-organized facilities with complimentary sun loungers and umbrellas contributing to a highly enjoyable beach experience.
Beds in the hotel are generally praised for their comfort, though some guests mention that the bed sizes are smaller than expected and the firmness of the mattresses varies.
While the Grand Hotel Alassio has commendable aspects like customer care and spa facilities, some guests feel it falls short of five-star standards in areas such as room readiness, daily maintenance services and dining quality. Despite these shortcomings, many visitors believe that with service improvements, the hotel has the potential to be highly recommendable.
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About Grand Hotel Alassio Beach & Spa Resort - The Leading Hotels of the World
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Guest Reviews
Location
Guests appreciate the magical sea-facing views and the tranquil yet central positioning. The hotel's well-maintained interiors, clean rooms and very pleasant spa add to the overall positive experience. The staff receives high marks for being very good and friendly, further enhancing the stay.
With its spectacular location and commendable services, the Grand Hotel Alassio stands out as a highly recommended destination for travelers seeking a blend of beachside relaxation and easy access to local cultural delights.
Breakfast
Guests appreciate the quality of the food, describing the breakfast buffet as a dream and the service as outstanding. The veranda and terrace seating provide delightful views, enhancing the dining experience. However, a few reviews mentioned that the breakfast does not always meet the 5-star expectations, citing issues such as insufficient options, repetitive selections and occasional service delays. Some guests also noted specific shortcomings like the lack of toasting facilities and limited fruit options.
On balance, while there are some areas for improvement, the majority of guests found the breakfast experience at the resort to be very good with several describing it as perfect and superb.
Dinner
However, it's not all negative. Guests did appreciate certain aspects of the dining experience. The restaurant GAZEBO was highlighted for offering high-level cuisine and some found the pizza to be a standout option. Dining on the beach was praised for its romantic ambiance and for others, the evening meals and breakfast were described as delightful. A few reviewers appreciated the nice selection of dishes available, indicating there are still enjoyable elements for those willing to explore different options within the hotel's offerings.
Rooms
However, the reviews commonly mention that the rooms are generally small with particular emphasis on the compactness of the bathrooms and lack of adequate storage. The size of the rooms often falls short of expectations for a 5-star establishment and some guests felt that the accommodation did not match their reservation requests. Maintenance issues, particularly with showers and dated bathtubs, were another point of concern. Despite these drawbacks, clean and well-organized private beach facilities as well as the luxurious and calm ambiance of the rooms are recurrent positives mentioned by guests.
Beds
Cleanliness
However, some reviews pointed out areas for improvement. Several guests mentioned issues such as small and inadequately cleaned bathrooms, subpar room cleaning and occasional dirtiness in both interior and exterior spaces. Some also noted specific areas like the ground floor toilets and spa pool needing better upkeep. Furthermore, hygiene and attention to detail seem to have been inconsistent in some cases.
Despite these criticisms, other aspects of the hotel, including the beautiful sea view rooms, excellent spa, wellness center and professional staff, received commendations. Overall, while the hotel generally maintains high standards of cleanliness, there are specific areas that guests feel require more attention to fully meet the expectations of a 5-star establishment.
Staff
Despite a few minor hiccups typical of a young workforce, such as occasional oversight of small requests, the overall impression remains overwhelmingly positive. The staff's dedication to providing a detailed and considerate service shines through, contributing significantly to the hotel's esteemed reputation. The friendly demeanor of the staff, especially the valet and buffet team, adds a personal touch appreciated by many. Overall, the Grand Hotel Alassio stands out for the warmth and proficiency of its personnel, ensuring a pleasant and memorable stay for its guests.
Spa
Guests repeatedly mention the excellent quality of massages and other wellness services, noting the spa as a great place for relaxation. The spacious layout, including light therapy areas and sun loungers, adds to the overall positive experience. While some point out limited capacity, the praise for the spa’s sublime, top-notch facilities and array of offerings remains a consistent theme throughout. Overall, the spa at Grand Hotel Alassio stands out as a major highlight of the resort, making it a key reason for guests to return.
Pool
Beach
The beachfront facilities are noteworthy, featuring private beaches allocated to every room. Designed to provide maximum relaxation, these areas come with clean towels, sun loungers and umbrellas as part of the room package. The dedication of the beach team adds to a seamless and pleasant experience, making the beach here truly top-notch.
Adding to the appeal is the distinctive and refined aesthetic of the hotel with characteristic design elements that blend well with the coastal setting. Having breakfast outdoors while enjoying the scenic shoreline is a fabulous highlight, further amplified by exceptional service. The beachfront setting remains inviting and beautifully maintained even during the off-season, providing a heartwarming retreat throughout the year.
In summary, the Grand Hotel Alassio Beach & Spa Resort excels in offering a superior beach experience with a combination of organized and pristine facilities, enhanced by attentive service and a picturesque location directly on the sandy shore.
5 Star
Concerns have been raised about the punctuality and readiness of rooms with instances of delayed check-ins. Additionally, some guests experienced issues with the hot water supply, which they felt was unacceptable for a hotel of this standard.
Daily maintenance services, including room cleaning and beach sun loungers, were not consistently automatic, as would be anticipated in a five-star property. Breakfast also did not meet the expectations set by the hotel's rating. Despite these shortcomings, many visitors believe that with improvement in service, the hotel has the potential to be highly recommendable. Overall, while there are commendable aspects such as customer care, there is significant room for enhancement to align with a genuine five-star experience.
Yes, Grand Hotel Alassio Beach & Spa Resort - The Leading Hotels of the World has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Indoor Pool.
Yes, a spa is available at Grand Hotel Alassio Beach & Spa Resort - The Leading Hotels of the World.
Yes, Grand Hotel Alassio Beach & Spa Resort - The Leading Hotels of the World welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Grand Hotel Alassio Beach & Spa Resort - The Leading Hotels of the World.
Yes, Grand Hotel Alassio Beach & Spa Resort - The Leading Hotels of the World has a gym.
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