Grifone

The city’s healthcare setup impressed me. You start at a pharmacy, then try the tourist medical service center; if that doesn’t help, you go to CAU, and more serious cases are transferred to Rimini Hospital. Emergency hospital care costs nothing, which is incredible. At the hotel, breakfast was tasty, housekeeping was great, and the rooms and bathrooms were clean. The lobby staff were exceptionally kind and helpful, and check-in felt very welcoming. I also had a nice view from the back corner of the hotel. A minibar would have made the room even better, though the lift can be noisy if your room is nearby. In Rimini, be careful about traveling on busy days, since taxis and buses can be a nightmare.

The staff were really helpful, and breakfast was tasty. The hotel is very close to the beach, though a bit of a trek from the port and Rimini city center. We had secure-feeling private parking, but it’s unguarded. Our room was small, so I wouldn’t choose it for a long stay, although the balcony was spacious. The bunk bed suits little kids, not teenagers like ours. We could hear the neighbors clearly through the thin walls, and the Wi-Fi on the fourth floor was very unreliable.

We’ve come back for a second stay, and it’s still a good choice. Getting to the beach is easy, though the train station and center are a bit far away. The rooms are somewhat dated but clean, and there’s a great breakfast with lots of options.

You cross the road in front of the hotel and you’re at the beach, and I think it’s the best positioned hotel in the area. There’s a Bus 11 stop right outside, plus a small supermarket beside the hotel selling toys, accessories, drinks, and snacks. The service was lovely, and I was delighted with the room quality, sea view, and balcony. The hotel doesn’t provide beach beds or umbrellas, but does offer a discount. We paid 24 euro for two sunbeds and an umbrella for the day. The area has lots of restaurants but fewer bars and nightclubs. From Riminis train station, take Metromare to Bellariva, four stops for 1.5 euro.