HotelSplendido Mare is the little sister to the world renownedHotel Splendidowhich is just 10 minutes walk away. It takes its name from the sea it overlookson Portofino’spicturesque harbour-front. This small luxury choice has quickly developed aloyal following. Its many returning guests love its size and the chance to staytown-house style, right at the centre of Portofinolife. Most of the 16 rooms and suites have a balcony overlooking the pretty,bustling harbour – the perfect vantage point for people watching. The famousChuflay restaurant is well known for its regional dishes and delicious freshfish. During the summer guests dine alfresco overlooking the Piazzetta – agreat place for observing the ‘passagiata’ and all the comings and goings onsea as well as on land. Dinner tend to linger, absorbing the fantasticatmosphere. Live piano music is another draw in the evenings and of course,there’s always the after-dinner promenade under the stars. For sheerentertainment and a sense of stylish buzz, the Splendido Mare is hard to beat.