Hotel Portofina

Kids can play in the garden while their parents sit out on the terrace, which opens toward the greenery and beach. It’s a simple family-run place, clean and well kept, though the setting isn’t especially fancy. The food is traditional, made with fresh local ingredients, so don’t come expecting fusion cuisine. Staff are kind and willing to go out of their way. For my daughter’s third birthday, I asked for a fruit cake after dinner. There was a mix-up with the chef and they made tiramisu, which we didn’t think was right for young children. The owner quickly admitted the mistake and used his own contacts to get the cake we’d asked for. When the place is full, though, the kitchen can struggle and service may mean waiting more than 30 minutes. I’d give five stars for quality compared with cost, four for the location and staff, and three for the wine selection and service when crowded.