Hotel Portofino is a hotel destination wedding venue in Rapallo, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA), 45 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, November.
Hotel Portofino
Hotel Portofino has anchored Rapallo's waterfront since the early 1900s, when it operated as a seaside retreat for Italian aristocracy.
About Hotel Portofino
Hotel Portofino has anchored Rapallo's waterfront since the early 1900s, when it operated as a seaside retreat for Italian aristocracy.
The property underwent extensive restoration in the 1990s, preserving its Belle Époque architecture while introducing modern amenities.
Today, it is a 4-star establishment on the Ligurian coast, offering panoramic Mediterranean views and intimate event spaces.
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Had a lovely 7 night stay here. Staff were wonderful and the location is perfect. Would strongly recommend value for price. And did I mention how wonderful the staff were.. thanks again
Adam v w · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- GOA, 45 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Waterfront location on Corso Giacomo Matteotti with direct access to Rapallo's beach
- Belle Époque architecture dating to early 1900s, renovated 1990s
- 4.2/5 Google rating from verified guests
- Multiple indoor and outdoor venues accommodating 20–150 guests
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome aperitivo on the waterfront terrace
- 10:00 AMRehearsal in ceremony space
- 5:00 PMCeremony on waterfront or garden lawn
- 6:30 PMCocktail reception and aperitivi
- 8:00 PMDinner and reception in main ballroom
- 10:00 AMFarewell breakfast for departing guests
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- GOA · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport.
- Typical total
- €15,000–35,000Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
€15,000–35,000 for 75 guests (2-night event)
- Ceremony fee
- €1,500–3,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85–150 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- €120–250 a nightAisle estimate
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0185 231103
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Costs vary by season (peak summer vs. off-season), specific menu selections, and decor requirements. Hotel often offers package discounts for room blocks of 20+ nights. Contact directly for customized quotes.
Questions about the venue
What is the earliest year Hotel Portofino was established?+
The building dates to the early 1900s as a private seaside villa before becoming a hotel. It underwent major restoration in the 1990s.
Can we host ceremonies and receptions at the hotel?+
Yes. Hotel Portofino offers multiple event spaces suited for both ceremonies and receptions, with flexible configurations to accommodate group sizes from 20 to 150 guests.
Is accommodation included for wedding guests?+
The hotel features 72 rooms available for guest accommodation. Lodging packages can be negotiated as part of wedding arrangements.
What is the nearest major airport?+
Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) is 30 km away, approximately 45 minutes by car. Nice Airport (NCE) in France is also accessible, roughly 90 minutes away.
Are outdoor ceremonies possible?+
The hotel offers waterfront and garden spaces suitable for outdoor ceremonies, weather permitting. Indoor alternatives are available in case of inclement conditions.
Could this be your venue?
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.