Hotel Sole Mare

I walked to the hotel with a wheeled suitcase and a small daypack and got there from the railway station within about 13-14 minutes thanks to Google Maps. It was fairly easy to find. It is situated just 100 metres from the main shopping street/pedestrian precinct. a couple of hundred metres from the nearest beach and easily within walking distance from there. It's also close to the cycling/walking trail along the old converted railway rack that takes you along the coast and is really nice. Bars and restaurants in the dozens within a minute or two's walk from the hotel. The marina is also close and the shorefront cafes etc. Check-in was fast and easy and done with a smile and helpful information provided. The bedroom (triple room) was of a significant size and had a king-sized bed and a single bed in it as well as a writing desk and chair and two other armchairs. Shower in the bathroom was not the biggest, but unless you're very big, it's not an issue. Kettle and tea provided as well as mini-bar in the room and the internet (wifi) was both reliable and fast. Shower gel provided in the bathroom and adequate towels etc. The room had individual air-conditioning which worked very, very well, the bed was comfortable and there is a tiny safe in the room. However note that although the safe is big enough for a passport and some documents/money/cellphone.....it's far too small for a laptop computer or a DSLR camera. Breakfast consisted of a buffet with fresh fruit, cereals, yoghurt, croissants, bread rolls, other pastries and cakes, cold meat, cheese and scrambled eggs and bacon. All tasted good. The coffee from the machine was not good, so instead.....ask the staff to make you a cappuccino and they will. Reception is on the 4th floor and there is a lift which is small, it can take one person with a suitcase but it's fine. There is a desktop computer for use in a lounge area and there is also a common terrace with seating should you want to sit outdoors with a beer or wine from their bar. The staff during my three days were all friendly and helpful (reception, breakfast and the roomkeeper) and the hotel is very clean throughout. I thought this hotel was great value for money and would have no hesitation in booking it straight away if I return to SanRemo. I'm not going to waste time even trying to think of any genuine negatives because I didn't think of any when staying there!