Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte

The breakfast alone was a whole event, and it was included. So extravagant and luxurious, with every detail thought through, and the staff were as good as the food. From the first smile at the hostess desk through the front desk and every part of the hotel, we felt at home. Chiara at concierge was eager to help, and Emma's Gelato was a fantastic suggestion for an afternoon scoop. The breakfast crew were especially great, too. We came to visit a friend, and staying at this jewel by the beach club across the street made our Viareggio trip. The city draws mostly Italians for summer, with its huge beach, and the Prince is set up to rule it. “King” feels right, while “Prince” hardly seems grand enough. WOWSA may not be Italian, but it fits the experience. It’s old-school elegance with a top staff. Our seaside standard King room was upgraded to a Sea Side Suite, grazie, and it was spacious and well appointed, with classic elegance. The one thing I’d suggest is turning down the room air freshener, which was quite pungent. A more subtle scent would be better. The top pool isn’t really meant to be a pool, since it’s only 30 something inches deep, but it’s enough to cool off while lounging and looking out over the city, beach, and sunset with a Spritz. Try the Venturo Spritz, amazing. We were impressed by the two star Michelin chef, though we didn’t dine in the first floor room. Instead, we chose the more casual top floor dining. It impressed us: the pizza was “perfecto,” the seafood pasta incredible, and the chef came out kindly to answer several questions. Molto bene!! A must stay if you’re in town, buying a yacht, slabs of marble from Calabria, or walking/hiking Cinque Terra. Don’t miss this King.

Dinner by the pool came with an amazing view, and the seafood was fresh and delicious. Service was excellent, and Martina at the front desk was lovely, cordial, and helpful. The breakfast buffet was unbelievable. The hotel itself is stunning, with beautiful art and decor, and the hospitality is the best we’ve experienced. One of the most luxurious places we’ve stayed. We’re so glad we found this gem in vibrant seaside Viareggio.

We stayed for 2 weeks and are planning 6 weeks next year. The hotel and restaurant are excellent, definitely among the best in Italy, though the prices are very elevated. Everything is at the highest level, comparable to Hotel de Paris or Breakers Palm Beach. Simone Bernucci is the winning team maker. He personally asked what the team could do to make our stay more pleasant. If only the Tiffany breakfast could run until 12.00, this would be the best vacation destination in all the Mediterranes. With highest respect, Dr.iur.Dr.phil.oxon Vladislav V. Mudrych, CFAM, Dkfm.

The pool restaurant was the one real disappointment. The bread was stone hard, and there was hair in my food. I’m genuinely surprised a place that pays attention to so many details would serve such low-quality food by the pool. Otherwise, it’s an excellent hotel and restaurant. The rooms look renovated and are beautiful, the breakfast is as good as people say, with lots of quality products, and the Michelin restaurant is amazing. The downstairs chef is very attentive and carefully adjusted the menu for our intolerances; the waiters were kind. Make sure to eat with chef Mancino present.