Mercure La Gradisca Rimini

A modern four-floor hotel devoted to the films of Federico Fellini, located in Rimini's Marina Centro district, one kilometre from the city centre. La Gradisca features 52 unique guestrooms, each with a colour scheme, furniture and paintings inspired by a different Fellini film. All guestrooms include cable television with pay movies and premium channels, direct-dial telephones with free local calls, clock radio, wireless Internet connections and minibars. Bathrooms include telephones, TVs, showers, bidets, bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. An in-room massage service is available.

The hotel's La Dolce Vita restaurant is themed dining area which draws inspiration from the films of Fellini. Paintings of famous film scenes adorn the walls, while the restaurant's decor reflects the legendary director's eye for vivid colours. Guests can choose from a menu offering international dishes, local specialities and a range of Italian wines. Cinephiles can further revel in the world of Fellini in the Sciecco Bianco bar, which offers a range of cocktails, soft drinks and appetisers accompanied by soundtracks from his films. Guests wishing to unwind can sunbathe on the private beach, take a refreshing dip in the pool or browse through the bookshelves of the library. Business users will find a range of facilities available, from conference rooms and wireless Internet access to in-house secretarial services. The concierge and staff at the 24-hour front desk are on hand to offer assistance, arrange childcare services or provide safe storage of guests' valuables. Fans of waterspouts can enjoy a range of activities, from boating to jet-skiing, at Rimini's celebrated Marina, sited 800 metres from the hotel. For those who like to stay healthy and enjoy the sea air, the hotel's private beach includes an aquagym. For those wishing to learn more about the hotel's source of inspiration, the Fellini Museum is located within half a kilometre. Rimini International Airport is 7 kilometres away and can be reached by car in approximately 15 minutes.