Hotels & Accommodation in Diano Marina

Diano Marina Hotels

The stylish Italian seaside resort of Diano Marina offers long stretches of beach with pristine golden sands, with chic and luxurious hotels overlooking the sparkling Ligurian coast. Most people visit during the summer months when they can enjoy the bright sunshine from the comfort of their sun lounger on the beach, or while they relax next to one of the many outdoor pools. This laidback town on the Italian Riviera also boasts a large number of shops and restaurants, with visitors enjoying the balmy evenings from the outdoor terraces of chic bars.

Things to see

The sandy beaches of Spiaggia Libera Attrezzata Bagni dell'Angelo are ideally set within a sheltered cove, surrounded by rocky cliffs and looking out to the warm clear seas. There are sun loungers and beach umbrellas to rent, or you can simply find a coveted spot under a palm tree to shelter you from the sun. If you want to enjoy the water, then there are places to try windsurfing, or you could hire a boat or surfboard and relax on the gentle waves. The beaches get busy during the summer months, which is why visitors often escape to places such as Pantarei, an exclusive outdoor pool complex on the coast. Several pools are set amongst lush green gardens, with tall orange trees providing shade on hot days, and as you can order cocktails and delicious snacks to be enjoyed from the comfort of your sun lounger. There are pools suitable for both children and adults, with features such as mini waterfalls and fountains to splash around in. Palazzo del Parco is a cultural centre, museum, and library combined, all housed in a traditional Italian style home with floor to ceiling windows that let in plenty of light. You'll find fascinating displays on the history of this small town, from art works to army uniforms, and a huge collection of important books.

Hotels in Diano Marina

There are several luxury hotels in Diano Marina that are set just steps from the beaches, and close to the town for when you want to take a stroll. Most of these hotels have outdoor pools, with poolside bars and sun loungers for a relaxing day in the sun. These resorts offer most of the facilities that tourists will need, often providing a free breakfast to start off the day, as well as having restaurants and bars on-site. You can often book spa treatments or enjoy time in the hotel's fitness centre, as well as enjoying extras such as free WiFi and complimentary parking for the duration of your stay.

Where to stay

Diano Marina has a chic and stylish town centre, with many paved, pedestrianised streets that are just waiting to be explored. You'll find boutiques and souvenir shops at every turn, and there are traditional town squares lined with palms and fragrant orange trees where you can relax in-between shopping. There's also a large number of cafés with outdoor terraces where you can relax and refuel with a strong espresso, as well as cosy bistros serving traditional Italian cuisine at its best. During the summer months, there's a lively yet laidback nightlife scene, with bars and clubs full of chic Italians mingling with tourists.

How to get to Diano Marina

The nearest airport to Diano Marina is Nice Côte d'Azur International Airport across the border in France, with a scenic 70 minute coastal drive to the town. If you don't wish to hire a car, you can take a train from central Nice to Ventimiglia, then change for trains to Diano Marina. The airport has a large number of flights from across Europe, including many budget airline flights from the UK. You can also arrive in town via Stazione di Diano Marina which is part of the busy Genoa-Ventimiglia railway line, and the station is just a 5 minute walk from the seafront.