The 35-room Hotel Savoia is a modern boutique located directly on the beach in the historic section of Alassio. The location is a definite highlight, with gorgeous views of the coastline from the beach, serene rooftop solarium, and terrace dining. Rooms are chic and inviting, with flat-screen TVs and minibars, though some are more up-to-date than others -- the renovated rooms have lovely tufted headboards and modern bathrooms with intricate tile work. An elegant restaurant has vaulted brick ceilings and the daily breakfast buffet is ample, but there are fees for parking and beach facilities.