Harbourside Hotels Near the Sanremo Casino
Sanremo has two harbours a short walk apart: the Porto Vecchio, watched over by the 18th-century Genoese fort of Santa Tecla, and the newer Marina di Portosole to the east. Between them run the seafront and Corso degli Inglesi, home of the Casinò di Sanremo, the Liberty-style building that opened in 1905. The hotels on this page sit close to that waterline. Hotel Marinella faces the marina directly, Eveline Portosole Hotel stands opposite Portosole, and Hotel Liberty, Hotel Eletto and Hotel Sole Mare keep the harbour within a few minutes on foot. I have kept only addresses whose listings mention the port or the marina.
Sanremo exudes a sophisticated yet relaxed personality, often referred to as the "City of Flowers" for its lush gardens and vibrant floral displays. Its character is deeply intertwined with the sea, from its historic port to the elegant Marina di Portosole, a hub for luxury yachts. The city blends Belle Époque architecture with modern amenities, offering a rich cultural tapestry that includes the famous Ariston Theatre and a charming old town, La Pigna. This unique combination creates an atmosphere of timeless elegance and Mediterranean allure, perfect for those seeking both tranquility and refined entertainment.
Where to stay
Two Harbours, One Walkable Seafront
A harbour base in Sanremo means boats outside the window, evening walks along the quays and a casino that needs no taxi. The town's two ports frame the centre, so the Ariston Theatre, La Pigna and the railway station all stay within walking range. The hotels below were picked for their real position on or near the water, as described by the properties, and each one suits a different budget of time and comfort.
Hotel Marinella is the most direct answer to a marina stay. It sits on the waterfront itself, and some of its air-conditioned rooms have balconies overlooking the Ligurian Sea. The listing places it between the two harbours, close to the Ariston Theatre and the railway station, with a restaurant serving Ligurian specialities nearby. That position matters on a casino trip: Corso degli Inglesi is a short stroll along the seafront, so an evening at the tables ends with a walk past moored boats rather than a taxi queue. Rated 8.0 from more than 1,400 reviews, it is a practical, central choice.
Eveline Portosole Hotel, rated 8.4, looks across at the Marina di Portosole, the harbour where larger yachts tie up on the eastern side of town. Its rooms are individually designed, and some come with small private pools or balconies facing the garden, which is unusual for a waterfront address in a compact town. The hotel is close to the seafront promenade and to the public parks of Villa Zirio and Villa Ormond, so morning walks need no planning. I would pick it for a quieter stay that still leaves the casino and the old harbour within an easy walk along the coast.
Two hotels suit travellers who want history close to the port. Hotel Liberty is a 19th-century villa set in a floral garden with views of the Ligurian Sea, with easy access to the marina and the Ariston Theatre and a daily buffet breakfast. Hotel Eletto, the best rated on this page at 8.8, stands in the historic centre a short walk from the main harbour and the beaches, with modern air-conditioned rooms, a garden, a restaurant serving local and Italian cuisine and private parking, which is rare this close to the water. Both put La Pigna and the casino within a few minutes on foot.
For a simpler base, Hotel Sole Mare is a family-run address in the city centre with sea-view rooms, a short walk from the old town, the harbour and the beaches, plus discounts at a nearby beach club. Grand Hotel & des Anglais Spa offers the opposite approach: classic rooms, some with sea-view balconies, panoramic views over the Ligurian Sea and a full spa, close to the beach. Whichever you choose, the evening pattern is the same: dinner near the Porto Vecchio, a walk along the quays past the fort of Santa Tecla, then the Liberty facade of the casino on Corso degli Inglesi.
A traveler's takeMy advice for a harbour stay in Sanremo is to decide between the old port and Portosole first. I would choose Hotel Marinella to be right on the waterfront between the two harbours, or Hotel Eletto if a quieter room in the historic centre with private parking matters more. From either, the walk past the fort of Santa Tecla to the Liberty-style casino on Corso degli Inglesi takes only a few minutes along the sea.
Waterfront & MarinaHotel Eletto
Historic center hotel with garden, restaurant, and modern rooms
Why guests love itHotel Eletto is a three-star hotel in Sanremo's historic centre, a short walk from the main harbour and the beaches, which keeps family outings on foot. Rooms are modern and air-conditioned, with a minibar and a TV, and some look over the elegant shopping streets. The garden gives children a little outdoor space, the restaurant serves local and Italian dishes, and private parking helps families arriving by car. Guests rate it 8.8 from 573 reviews, a very good result.
Waterfront & MarinaEveline Portosole Hotel
Individually designed rooms, some with private pools, near Sanremo's promenade
Why guests love itEveline Portosole Hotel faces Marina di Portosole in Sanremo, and its individually designed rooms include some with a small private pool or a balcony over the garden. For families, the location matters most: the long pedestrian promenade is steps away, and the public parks of Villa Ormond and Villa Zirio are close for a run around. An 8.4 score from 249 reviews is reassuring. I would ask for a room with a private pool if travelling with children who love the water.
Waterfront & MarinaHotel Sole Mare
Sea-view rooms, family-run service, and a short walk to the beach
Why guests love itHotel Sole Mare is a family-run hotel in central Sanremo, and the beaches are a two-minute walk away, with discounts at a nearby beach club that help on a long family holiday. Many rooms look straight at the sea, some with balconies, and all have air-conditioning and parquet floors. The cycling path along the coast starts 20 metres from the door, easy for an evening ride with children, and the old town, the harbour and the Ariston Theatre are close. With 1,363 reviews averaging 8.4, I recommend it.
Waterfront & MarinaHotel Liberty
19th-century villa with sea views, a floral garden, and family-friendly amenities
Why guests love itHotel Liberty occupies a 19th-century villa set in a floral garden, a welcome open space for children after a day in town. Some rooms look out over the Ligurian Sea, and a daily buffet breakfast takes care of the morning. I find the location practical for families who prefer to walk: the San Remo marina and the Ariston Theatre are both easy to reach. As a simpler two-star, it suits a budget-minded stay, and an 8.4 score from nearly 950 reviews is reassuring.
Waterfront & MarinaHotel Marinella
Marina-front rooms, Ligurian Sea views, and a central Sanremo location
Why guests love itHotel Marinella sits directly on Sanremo's marina, between the town's two harbours, and many of its air-conditioned rooms have balconies over the Ligurian Sea, a good spot for children to watch the boats. Teatro Ariston and the railway station are a short walk away, which suits families arriving by train. The hotel's restaurant is in a separate building nearby and serves Ligurian specialties with sea views. With 1,420 reviews averaging 8.0, I would ask for a sea-view balcony room here for a simple family stay.
Waterfront & MarinaGrand Hotel & des Anglais Spa
Sea-view rooms, a full spa, and family-friendly dining in Sanremo
Why guests love itSanremo's Grand Hotel & des Anglais Spa works for families because meals are easy to plan: the restaurant lists vegetarian, gluten-free and children's dishes at dinner, and the sweet and savoury buffet starts the day. The beach is a short walk away, and some classic rooms have balconies over the Ligurian Sea. Parents can book time in the spa. With 2,191 reviews averaging 7.9, I would choose a sea-view balcony room here for a calm family stay on the Riviera.
Local tips
- 1Ask for a balcony room at Hotel Marinella to look straight over the marina and the Ligurian Sea.
- 2Choose Eveline Portosole Hotel if a small private pool or a garden balcony matters as much as the water.
- 3Book Hotel Eletto if you arrive by car, as it is the only hotel on this page listing private parking.
- 4Walk from the Porto Vecchio past the fort of Santa Tecla to Portosole in the early evening.
- 5Use the railway station near Hotel Marinella for day trips along the Riviera without a car.
- 6Avoid the week of the Sanremo Music Festival, usually held in February, if you want calmer quays.