Splendido Mare, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino

Nowhere does luxury better than Portofino, and this boutique hotel offers Ligurian living at its best. Step in, kick back and take in the rich Ligurian hues, nautical touches and picturesque harbour views. Soak up the pastel-coloured scenery from the harbourside restaurant or take advantage of the courtesy shuttle to the secluded Bay of Paraggi, where your private sun lounger awaits. If you love being out on the water, you can drift dreamily along the Italian Riviera in a traditional wooden gozzo and explore the coves that speckle the coastline.