The Hotel Europa is set in the historical centre of Rapallo just in front of the old castle and a few steps from the marina and the promontory of Portofino. The town of Rapallo has ancient origins. The first news about it can be dated back to 1240. In that period Rapallo was a Medieval village surrounded by town walls with five gates. Today Rapallo is an important seaside resort and has some small shipyards and maritime engines factories. The Hotel Europa is located on the historic city centre of Rapallo on the stunning Gulf of Tigullio near Portofino and close to the "Cinque Terre". The Gulf of Tigullio was in the nineteenth century a preferred destination with its maginificent views and the wonderful climate. This beautiful landscape has inspired many writers, poets and musicians.The Hotel Europa is housed in the former residence from the seventeenth century of Marquis de Serra. This splendid palace was convertes in the nineteenth century into a hotel and today the Hotel Europa is one of the most elegant hotels in Rapallo. Recently completely restored it combines now modern comfort and amenities with traditional Italian ambience and character and personalized and impeccable service.
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The Europa Hotel: Remarkable architecture Pets are welcome to The Europa Hotel (on request)
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