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Santa Margherita — Boutique Hotels & Travel Guide
Santa Margherita Ligure sits at the head of the Gulf of Tigullio, sheltered by hills and blessed with a calm harbour. Less flashy than Portofino, it has long been the preferred base for those who want easy access to the coast without the spectacle — and the hotel value here is significantly better.
Por qué visitar Santa Margherita
Santa Margherita is the ideal base for exploring the eastern Ligurian coast. The town itself has a lovely promenade, good fish restaurants, and a quiet beach. From here you can reach Portofino by boat in 20 minutes, Camogli by bus, and the Cinque Terre by train in under an hour.
Cuándo visitar
April through October is pleasant throughout. The town has a year-round local life that makes it more authentic than its neighbours in the off-season — restaurants stay open and the market runs on Fridays.
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Rent a small boat for the day from the harbour — no licence required for under 40hp — and explore the sea caves and hidden beaches between Santa Margherita and Portofino that you can only reach by water.
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