Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, Portofino has just reopened after a multi-year renovation with Italy’s first Dior spa and a new exclusive, private villa – a first for Belmond.
Splendido, A Belmond Hotel has an entirely renovated main building, a redesigned cocktail bar, retail space, champagne display, new Dior Spa and the first-of-its-kind exclusive private villa, Villa Beatrice.
The restoration of the former 16th-century Benedictine monastery sees new rooms and lobby, pool area overlooking Ligurian Bay, and a new Splendido Grill restaurant.
Rooms and suites are adorned with contemporary Italian artworks and local botanical prints, while the corridors have exclusive sketches of Portofino and heritage photos of the property and its guests over the years.
Set across two floors, the Spa includes three individual treatment rooms, one of which transforms into a beauty boudoir, as well as a double cabin with uninterrupted views of the sea.
First-of-its-kind private villa
On the hillside of a protected national park you’ll find Villa Beatrice, “one of the most scenic, exclusive private villas on the Italian Riviera – and a first for the Belmond portfolio”.
Set across three main floors, with an additional ‘Torretta’ (little tower) attic floor and rooftop terrace, the villa sleeps up to ten guests, including La Casetta – a secluded one-bedroom cottage amidst citrus groves.
Originally known as Villa Odero and built by renowned Ligurian mogul Attilio Odero, Villa Beatrice was crafted by Tuscan architect Gino Coppedè.
The design included the renovation of the original external frescoes and internal ceilings, marble bathrooms and a collection of heritage antiques and contemporary artwork from the region.
There’s also a subtropical secret sea garden, plunge pool with sun deck, butler service, a fully equipped kitchen with personal chef upon request, gym, summer pavilion for yoga or treatments and an expansive shaded terrace for al fresco dining and family gatherings.
Founder of Martin Brudnizki Design Studio Martin Brudnizki says, “The guiding vision for Villa Beatrice was to create a space that seamlessly blends modern sophistication with the rich history of the Ligurian coast, where guests feel as though they’ve been welcomed into a cherished family villa; lovingly upheld and enriched by generations”.
“The historic residence has been thoughtfully restored to reflect Portofino’s cultural heritage, with each design choice carefully researched to ensure authenticity and contextual relevance.
“Most of the furniture is vintage and has been sourced from local estate sales and auction houses, while the materiality is native to Italy – custom-made by local artisans.”
Belmond Hotel General Manager of Splendido Alfonso Pacifico says the “meticulous undertaking elevates the guest experience to new heights, while preserving the hotel’s legendary allure and celebrating time-honoured Ligurian craftsmanship”.
“As Splendido preserves its four-century heritage in Portofino, the addition of Villa Beatrice to the Belmond portfolio enhances our foothold in this captivating region, setting a new standard for luxury and privacy, and further solidifying Belmond’s legacy as proud custodians of storied properties and purveyor of incomparable experiences.”
For more information, visit Splendido.
