La Riserva di Castel d'Appio

Location. The Hotel La Riserva di Castel D'Appio is located in Ventimiglia, Italy, 200 metres from Appio Castle, and 18 kilometres from San Remo and Monte Carlo.

Hotel Features. The Hotel La Riserva di Castel D'Appio is a family run hotel built amid the ruins of a 13th century garrison and surrounded by landscaped gardens featuring palms, pines and eucalyptus trees. There is an outdoor swimming pool with a sun terrace offering views over the Cote d'Azur. There is a separate pool for children. Wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge and there is complimentary parking on site.

Restaurant La Riserva serves traditional local and international dishes, specialising in seafood. The restaurant has a candlelit lounge as well as a terrace for al fresco dining with panoramic views of the Cote d'Azur. There is also lounge bar serving cocktails.

The hotel offers billiard tables, and bicycle hire. Horse riding, rafting and tennis are available nearby.

Guestrooms. The 19 air-conditioned guestrooms rooms have modern decor in pink-and-white tones. All rooms have balconies, with sea or garden views. Amenities include satellite television, direct- dial phone, wireless Internet access, minibars, and hairdryers. Suites have separate sitting areas and jetted tubs.

Expert Tip. The medieval hamlet of Dolceacqua (meaning 'sweet water') is locally famous for its Rossese wine, which is unavailable outside Italy. The town is also home to Doria castle, which houses occasional classical concerts.