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Hotel San Desiderio

Property class: 3

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Terrace/patio
Buffet
A hotel room with a bed, a painting of a wave, a heart-shaped decoration, and a nightstand with a phone.
Property entrance
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Via San Desiderio 4, Rapallo, GE, 16035
  • Place, Basilica of Sts. Gervasius and Protasius
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rapallo Castle
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Marina di Rapallo
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Genoa (GOA-Cristoforo Colombo)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a television.

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Triple Room

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a picture on the wall, and a bunk bed.

Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Rapallo

Hotel San Desiderio places you in the centre of Rapallo, within a short 5-minute stroll of Museo Attilio & Cleofe Gaffoglio and Lungomare Vittorio Veneto. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. Free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Rapallo hotel include Portofino Marina and Paraggi Beach.

What's nearby

  • Basilica of Sts. Gervasius and Protasius - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rapallo Castle - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Marina di Rapallo - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • San Michele di Pagana Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Spiaggia pubblica Travello - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Rapallo Station - 6 min walk
  • Genoa (GOA-Cristoforo Colombo) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Panificio Bar Tossini - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ristorante Vesuvio - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gallo Nero - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Caravaggio Cafè - ‬5 min walk
  • L'Antico Moro

About this property

Hotel San Desiderio

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel San Desiderio.

This 3-star Rapallo hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1950
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Hotel San Desiderio offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per night); reservations required

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1950
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 10 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per night (328 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for free breakfast.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To adhere to national/local laws, air conditioning may be restricted to certain hours from 30 September to 1 June.

Property is also known as

Hotel San Desiderio
Hotel San Desiderio Rapallo
San Desiderio
San Desiderio Rapallo
Hotel San Desiderio Hotel
Hotel San Desiderio Rapallo
Hotel San Desiderio Hotel Rapallo

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Hotel San Desiderio?

Yep, Hotel San Desiderio is a short 19-minute walk from San Michele di Pagana Beach.

Does Hotel San Desiderio serve breakfast?

Yep, free buffet brekkie is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel San Desiderio?

No, Hotel San Desiderio does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel San Desiderio?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel San Desiderio?

Furry friends are welcome at Hotel San Desiderio, with food and water bowls on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at Hotel San Desiderio?

There isn't one on site, but Circolo Golf e Tennis Rapallo is a short 13-minute walk away.

Hotel San Desiderio Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AUGUSTO

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ottima colazione, squisita accoglienza e attenzione
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Struttura veramente per friendly! I ragazzi che la gestiscono sono un amore e ci hanno fatto sentire a casa. Colazione molto buona e varia.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quel séjour mémorable ! A cause des bouchons au Nord de Gênes, nous arrivons à 01:00 du matin :-( et sommes accueillis très chaleureusement par Marco, malgré l’heure. La chambre est très agréable, la propreté impeccable et une atmosphère très particulière : on a l’impression d’être accueilli dans la maison, chez des amis. Le petit déjeuner copieux finit par nous ravir au milieu des discussions et des conseils de nos hôtes. Un moment unique, presque trop court chez Marco & Filippo qui ont fait preuve de tant d’hospitalité. Il sera impossible de repasser à Rapallo sans séjourner à nouveau dans cet endroit unique. Un très grand merci !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Vito

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Cortesia
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Giovanni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rapporto qualità prezzo eccellente, servizio superlativo
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Propreté impeccable Accueil par les propriétaires au top Et un petit déjeuner très bien Super hôtel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Il personale era stupendo il servizio ottimo la pulizia eccellente consiglio vivamente l'hotel e' piccolo ma curato nei minimi dettagli colazione in camera nonanca nulla anzi ha tutto
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alessandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Una notte in un buon posto

Posto a 5 minuti dal mare a piedi con possibile parcheggio gratuito nelle vicinanze. Il personale molto cordiale e disponibile a dare indicazioni per quarto riguarda tutto il necessario per il soggiorno la vacanza. Le camere hanno una particolare attenzione nei dettagli compresi di macchina del caffè espresso ed bollitore con tisane e te a disposizione nella stanza completamente gratuita. La colazione semplice ma ottimo sempre con un sorriso sulle labbra. Sicuramente un posto da tenere in considerazione.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super Ambiente!!!! Nettes Personal!!! Man fühlt sich sehr wohl.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AndreaVagniluca

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ambiente molto familiare, camera molto curata nei particolari, servizio da parte dei titolari e collaboratori perfetto, cordiale ed estremamente gentile. Torneremo sicuramente.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great experience for value. Location was excellent, close to both train station (and buses) as well beach. Staff was very kind. We would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Helpful host
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vatthana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bon accueil

Très bon accueil.. Établissement propre et soigné. A recommander.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

julio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente atención de los dueños.

Ubicación en un pequeño pasaje. No impresiona por fuera, pero por dentro se advierte el cariño puesto por los dueños para su decoración y su atención.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Underbar service

Mycket bra
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

San Desiderio Hotel, Rapallo

Our stay at the San Desiderio in Rapallo was excellent. The hotel is wonderfully situated, right in the centre of town, within walking distance of everything including trains and buses. The hotel itself was spotless, well-equipped, and far beyond what is to be expected of a 2-star establishment. Excellent and imaginative breakfast. The welcome we received was warm, and the owners are incredibly helpful.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely Fantastic stay with the nicest people.

Nothing was too much trouble. Marco and Philpee were so kind and helpful and made our stay a real pleasure. Their knowledge of the area meant that we had good advice on places to eat out and activities to do. Five Star service and lovely comfortable rooms. The shower was excellent too ! Will defintely stay again in the not too distant future ! Thank you !!
Verified review

8/10 Good

ignazio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ottima colazione
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super hotel accueil chaleureux à recommander!

Super séjour à rapallo. Endroit idéal pour visiter la région. Hotel super. Gentillesse et disponibilité au top de la part de marco,qui parle français, et filippo!!!! Encore merci pour tout à eux 2! Hotel à recommander!
Verified review

8/10 Good

MARCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

due stelle???? mah ...

punti di forza dell'hotel sono la centralita', la simpatia, la pulizia, la super colazione (ottima!!! altro che 2 stelle), la cura dei dettagli in camera, parcheggio comodissimo e il costo!!! punto negativo è che è classificato solo 2 stelle ... mah! e se amate gli animali questo è l'hotel che fa per voi ♡♡♡ grazie di tutto!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hans-Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wir hatten einen schönen Aufenthalt in einem Familien 3-Bettzimmer. Das Hotel war gut und wir haben sehr hilfreiche Auskünfte vom deutschsprachigen Hotelleiter erhalten. Die Lage ist ideal nur ca. 100m vom Meer entfernt wo sich zahlreiche Restaurants etc. befinden. Gerne wieder.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy customer

Quiet location yet central, only five minutes walk from sea front and ten minutes from station. Room was a little on small side but very clean and good showers. Very attentive service from the proprietor who spoke good english. Breakfast was acceptable/above average. Quite good value. I would go again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely friendly stay

we arrived all hot to be greeted by Marco who was just so kind and welcoming. Our room was very clean and neat and air-conditioned was great. Breakfast was filling and its in a great location close to everything. Marco and Phillipo were wonderful hosts and made us always feel welcome. They provided quality information and made lovely food recommendations. I would definitely stay there again. Its a very warm cozy place to stay. thank you Marco and Phillipo.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superhotell

Supertrevligt ställe, jättebra service, ett hotell med själ och hjärta!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect customer service

This is like staying with friends you didn't know you had , until you met them. I planned on staying 2 nights in Rapallo to look for property, however, I decided to stay additional days because I was just not ready to leave. Superior Customer Service are not just words to Marco and Philipo is just the only way they know how to do it. The hotel is low key, in the center of Rapallo, 3 minute walk to seaside, on a side street, clean, more B&B than a hotel. 10 minute walk from train station, although the first time it seems a bit longer. Marco spent several hours on two afternoon helping me with my real estate search. If you want High end luxury with polished marble and sea view this is not your place. I think the Excelsior palace have rooms for about 1,000/nigh