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Festive season at Splendido Mare
Make the most of Christmas in Portofino
During the festive season, Portofino and its harbour transform into a magical destination, a beguiling sparkle descending over the Ligurian Riviera. The year-round glamour of the piazzetta combines with festive cheer, creating a truly enchanting atmosphere to celebrate with those who matter most.
Gather with friends and family and discover our enticing programme of seasonal events and activities at Splendido Mare.
Christmas Lunch
Celebrate Christmas in Ligurian style, lingering over a menu that echoes the time-honoured Italian tradition of enjoying a leisurely, convivial feast in the family home.
Begin with delightful sharing dishes before a show-stopping main course, followed by irresistible Italian desserts.
210€ per person, excluding wines.
25 December 2025
New Year’s Eve Dinner
Ring in the New Year with a sensational seven-course menu featuring sumptuous local ingredients and iconic dishes of the Da Vittorio family. Felice anno nuovo!
€350 per person, excluding wines
31 December 2025
New Year’s Day Brunch
Embrace the New Year with an exquisite buffet-style New Year’s brunch at Dav Mare. Choose from delicacies such as mezzo pacchero alla DaV, veal cutlet with potatoes and cherry tomatoes and crustacean bouquet in ligurian-style vegetable salad.
€190 per person, including coffee and soft drinks.
1 January 2026
Winter Activities
Festive afternoon tea
Celebrate the season with a refined interpretation of the classic afternoon tea, inspired by the flavours of Liguria. Book a table to enjoy a selection of sweet and savoury canapés, paired with Ca’ del Bosco Cuvée Prestige and hot beverages.
BOOK A MIXOLOGY CLASS
Join our Bar Manager to learn the art of mixing a seasonal cocktail on the DaV Mare Bar drinks list. Discover the mixology secrets behind timeless classics and local ingredients, and taste some of the specialities from the bar.
EXPLORE THE REGIONAL PARK OF PORTOFINO
Embark on a wonderful walk to the secluded bay of San Fruttuoso, a place of unparalleled beauty that can be reached only on foot or by boat.
VISIT LA PORTOFINESE ECO-FARM
Venture high onto the protected Mount of Portofino, just a short drive away by private transfer, to visit this verdant eco-farm. Explore the estate and taste the flavours of homemade focaccia, local honey and cheese, prepared especially for you among the vineyards overlooking the sea.
UNCOVER PRIVATE GENOA
With fewer visitors around during the festive season, take the opportunity to explore authentic Genoa, including ancient noble palaces and the winding carruggi alleyways.
INDULGE IN INTIMATE BLISS
Treat yourself to a nourishing treatment or a spruce-up in the comfort of your room, ahead of festive celebrations, whether it’s a haircut, make-up session or a relaxing hand and foot massage. Guests of the Ava Gardner Suite can choose to enjoy a treatment on their panoramic terrace.
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The piazzetta life, all for you
Want to host a festive celebration in Portofino’s most stylish social hub for you and your chosen guests? Look no further. Contact us to host a sparkling Christmas in Portofino with your loved ones, and we’ll help you set the scene for the ultimate Splendido Mare holiday takeover.
Fall under the spell of the Piazzetta adorned in festive lights, gather your group to marvel at the stunning coastal views of Portofino, or enjoy exquisite private dining with seasonal delights each day. This holiday, we take care of every detail so you can savour the most wonderful time of the year.
Gelateria San Giorgio
Gelateria San Giorgio takes up just a small slice of the Piazzetta, but offers plenty of sweet delights. This season, warm up with a luxurious hot chocolate or indulge in a decadent local gelato. On a crisp winter’s afternoon, it’s the perfect place to pause for a treat.
Opening times: Every day 9am - 11pm