A seaside resort rich in history and old legends, Alassio offers the charming picture of green hills sloping down and reflecting into the blue sea. The golden beach and the amazing contour of the Gallinara Island remain, as it was for the English towards the end of 1800, the main attractions for tourists.
Alassio offers lively night life all year round with many events. It is a modern and romantic city and offers possibilities of holiday, amusements and sport. Alassio, which has just celebrated ist 1000th anniversary, has its origin in the legend of Adelasia (daughter of Emperor Otto I) who, together with Aleramo, found refuge in the territory of modern Alassio. Alassio is the "Muretto": the idea of the "Muretto" was conceived in the 50s. The "Muretto" has become an important walk for the beauty contest Miss Muretto and for St. Valentine's day.
The local cuisine offers fragrances and tastes from the Ligurian sea as well as from its hills. A typically Mediterranean cuisine is tied to what is offered by nature: olives, herbs, pine nuts, fish, vegetables.
The Ligurian wines are renowned and appreciated all over Europe. A few minutes from Alassio you can visit Albenga with its ancient town, Toirano with its caves, the characteristic villages (Zuccarello, Castelvecchio) and the water park "Le Caravelle" in Ceriale.
Recently renewed, the new Hotel Al Saraceno (formerly known as "Ambassador") in Alassio is a very central but quiet hotel close to the promenade and wonderful beaches. The hotel offers all year round comfort and hospitality.
The hotel offers multi-purpose room with wide screen TV, arranged beach and bar lounge with WI-FI internet connection.
The hotel has 47 rooms with all comforts: bathroom (bath or shower) air conditioner, minibar, telephone, sat-TV, balcony and safe.
Alassio's bay is typical for sandy and shallow beaches without strong current.
Our air-conditioned restaurant is very elegant and ideal for weddings, ceremonies and events.