Grand Hotel Rimini

A Timeless Gem with Room for Improvement. This hotel is a fantastic choice for those who appreciate the charm of 20th-century architecture, ambience, and the elegance of a bygone lifestyle. It stands out prominently among the surrounding buildings, reflecting the grandeur of a true historic hotel. The property reflects the refined design sensibilities of the early 1900s, with spacious grounds, a beautifully maintained garden, a large summer-open swimming pool, and ample parking. Upon arrival, we were greeted by attentive staff who assisted with our luggage. The check-in process was swift, and the reception team was courteous and welcoming. Our room (family room) was large and aligned with the classic grand hotel design. The beds were comfortable, and the bathroom facilities were very good. However, some maintenance is needed—specifically, scratches on the room doors and squeaky wardrobe doors could use attention to preserve the overall experience. Dining at the hotel’s restaurant was a highlight. The elegant atmosphere continued seamlessly into the dining space, where service was impeccable. The gourmet-style cuisine was delicious, with portion sizes perfectly suited for a three-course meal. The wine list was extensive and thoughtfully curated. Breakfast was equally impressive, featuring a lavish buffet that included Champagne, fresh juices, cold meats and vegetables, hot dishes like sausages, bacon, and scrambled eggs, a variety of breads and pastries, yoghurts, fresh fruits, cakes, and sweet treats. Additional items could be ordered à la carte, adding to the indulgent experience. This hotel truly carries the spirit of a grand establishment but with more consistent maintance needed. It has the potential to continue delighting guests who seek the glamour and luxury of early 20th-century hospitality in a 5 star (Luxury) category.

Visited for my mum's birthday it was absolutely lovely. Classic grandeur. Really recommend it. A bit of a trek into the town centre (though easy to take a bus), but right on the beach in a very convenient location.

Be very careful when you book that you actually are getting a room in the main hotel. We booked for NYE at this hotel specifically because we wanted the package with the gala and the dinner the next day. We booked here because we wanted to be in the hotel and not have to leave. When we arrived we were informed that our room was actually in the “residences” next door. A completely separate building that you had to walk outside and down the street to. NOT what we booked. This “residence” is like a cheap run down motel. No services in this part. A tiny room, tiny bathroom-all in disrepair. We went to the main hotels front desk and explained this room was unacceptable and not what we had booked. We were supposed to be in the main hotel. Mind you- we paid for a two day package to include dinners, bought the private spa and massages. We spent a considerable amount of money. We were told sorry- if you want a room in the main hotel it will cost 600 euro more the first night and 900 euro the second night. No where when we booked did it say we would be put in a separate building. We had to bundle up in our coats to walk to the main hotel for all of the events. Not why we booked here. Extremely disappointing. Make sure you know where they are going to put you BEFORE you book.

As people have explained, this hotel is divided in a 4 star and a 5 star hotel. We stayed at the 4 star hotel but were able to have breakfast in the 5 star part which looks really nice from the outside. The room in the 4 star hotel which was right next to it, felt like an old an very simple furnished room. Clean but small and old. The breakfast was not special. The staff seemed to prefer serving Italian guests. The staff was partly friendly. Partly they just ignored us when entering the building. The private beach access was very expensive. A few meters down the road the price was a third. We would not go again.

A beautiful and luxurious place with excellent valet parking when arriving by car. The feeling of staying here is truly splendid—exactly how a Lady should feel, like royalty. The rooms are spacious and elegant, and the cuisine is wonderful. Breakfast was outstanding with a wide variety of choices. For lunch and dinner, we experienced buffet-style dining, which may have been due to the holiday period, but it’s not really our preferred style for a hotel of this caliber—we personally prefer à la carte service. On those occasions, we chose to dine elsewhere. Still, everything else was exceptional and made for a truly memorable stay.

A stunning Art Deco hotel with a grand lobby and fabulous history. However, beware of rooms with adjoining doors as they are not well sound insulated.|.|Booked an executive double room. We were allocated a small room with a balcony overlooking the garden which also had a connecting door to the next room. However, there was no sound insulation from the adjoining room and EVERY word of the conversation in the room next door could be heard as if they were sharing in the same room. It was disturbing and embarrassing when the couple next door started shouting and the front desk had to be called.||The bathroom was very stylish with bathrobes and magnifying mirror as well as soap BUT greatly disliked the combined bath/shower. It was very awkward to use and is unsuitable for older or disabled guests.||Breakfast was included and was an excellent range of fresh and hot food.|No kettle or cups were provided in the room but complimentary water was provided.||Minimal English languages channels on the TV and the internet connection was very average

Our rating was probably 3.5! For the price paid to stay at this famous hotel for three nights we were somewhat underwhelmed. Our room had a tiny balcony overlooking a car park. The couple who we were travelling with were assigned a room with an enormous terrace overlooking the beach. That’s the luck of the drawer! The air conditioning in our room was permanently set at 26 degrees. We reported this to Management and they told us to be patient as they tried to fix this.it took two nights,||When you are paying what we consider top dollar for accommodation at the Grand Hotel, imagine our surprise at being told we had to pay the equivalent of AUD 200 each day to access the private beach. The alternative was to use the hotel’s pool which was not heated. Coming from Australia paying to use a beach is a completely foreign concept. ||Finally, there were building works occurring at the hotel, which we did not know about until we checked in. While my wife was lounging at the hotel’s pool one afternoon tiny fragments of paint or plaster from the building works ‘rained’ on her.||All in all, we had hoped for a memorable experience at the Grand Hotel but did not get it.

Beautiful hotel in a prime Rimini location, but the 5-star label feels a bit generous. No bellman to help with luggage upon arrival AND leaving the hotel, front desk service needs a serious upgrade, and there’s no poolside service - doesn’t feel like a 5 star. The gym is tiny and you have to reserve it, which feels a bit unnecessary. Rooms aren’t stocked with daily water, though housekeeping was excellent. Nice property, but if you’re expecting true 5-star service, you might be a little disappointed.

Old grandeur on the Rimini waterfront. Probably absolutely buzzing in summer, but in late autumn gave a more haunted experience.