Via Francesco Maria Giancardi 47, Alassio, Italy | (251) 219-4428
Simple, clean apartments have kitchen areas
Set in pretty
gardens overlooking the sea
All apartments have furnished terraces with sea views
Two on-site restaurants, as well as a mini-mart on-site
A few minutes' walk from a shingles beach
Additional facilities include a tennis court and guest laundry room
Free parking and Wi-Fi
Some apartments
are prone to traffic noise
No pool or spa
facilities
Not much in the immediate area
Room decor is bland
Lots of steps can make the property difficult to manuever
The Baba Residences provide mid-range self-catering options overlooking the Ligurdian Sea on Italy's north coast. Set on 20 acres of Mediterranean gardens with ocean views, the setting is picturesque -- though the busy road opposite can be loud. Apartments are clean and fairly modern with adequate kitchen facilities and balconies, while on-site restaurants and a mini-mart are helpful amenities. Although there's a pleasant beach just a few minutes' walk away, there's not a great deal else in the immediate area, so those after a little more life might want to check out hotels in nearby Alassio.
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Scene
Two purpose-built apartment blocks set in pretty hillside gardens
The Baba Residences are spread between two purpose-built blocks -- Riviera and Liguria -- with cheerful pastel peach facades adorned with pretty awnings and finished in local gray stone. Attractive flora features heavily in and around the complex with plenty of bright colorful flowers, cacti, scented herbs, and Mediterranean shrubbery. While the grounds provide plenty of space for enjoying fine views over the sea, the property overlooks quite a busy road which can disturb the otherwise peaceful environment -- especially from the Liguria block (Riviera is positioned further up the hill). The hotel is also set in 20 acres of holiday park, which includes some camping facilities. The apartments are particularly popular with self-sufficient families and vacationing groups, while four-legged friends are also well catered for; there's even a terrace area called "Snoopy" for canines. Due to its location with slopes and steps, however, it would be a struggle for guests with mobility issues.
Location
Overlooking the Ligurian Sea -- and a busy road -- in Italy's Savona province
The property is
located on a hillside overlooking the sea between Alassio and Albenga (both a
five-minute drive away) on the Italian Riviera in the Ligurian province of Savona.
The local shingle beach can be accessed in a few minutes on foot through a
tunnel running under the busy road in front of the apartments -- the beach is
split in two parts between a fee-paying side with cabins and loungers, and the
other that's free of charge. There's also a small grocery shop nearby, though
with a limited selection, and there's not a great deal of bars and
restaurants within walking distance; a car is recommended for exploring the
locale. The nearest town is Albenga, under a 10 minutes' drive away, while the
closest airport is Cristoforo Colombo Airport, which is an hour away just outside Genoa.
Rooms
Clean modern apartments with sea-view terraces and free Wi-Fi
The 16 apartments
are spread between the Riviera and Liguria blocks, all
of which are decorated in fresh, simple styling with tiled floors and pastel
tones. Units can sleep up to six people, while even the smallest studio-size
apartments open to furnished terraces with lovely sea views. All accommodation
also includes fairly well-equipped kitchenettes, as well as free Wi-Fi and
22-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms are clean and
well-maintained with heated towel rails, shower/tub combos, and bidets, while
toiletries are high-end Ortigia products. While Liguria apartments
are generally more spacious with better views, they are positioned above the road and thus are prone to traffic noise. Overall, decor is a bit bland but clean and cozy enough.
Features
Two on-site restaurants and some sports facilities
There are two
restaurants within the grounds -- "Il Carrubo," which serves
traditional Ligurian meals, and "Pizzeria Mandarini," which also provides a
take-out service. The on-site bar/mini-market also serves breakfast,
sandwiches, and a limited selection of groceries for self-catering. Leisure
facilities include a tennis court as well as trampolines and soccer equipment,
though no gym, pool, or spa amenities. Free Wi-Fi can be access throughout most
of the property, while guests arriving by car have access to free parking
nearby. There's is also a pay self-service laundry available on-site to guests.
