Imperiale Palace Hotel was built in 1889 by aristocratic Costa family of Corsica. In 1905, a new wing was added to establish the Villa as a Hotel and in 1910; the building was further extended to its present state.

The Imperiale Palace, with its imposing facade, brand new cream painted, is surrounded by a beautiful park and offers breathtaking views of the Tigullio Bay. The whole Hotel is in neo classic and liberty style, with large, bright public areas, richly decorated with fine Liberty furniture’s and fittings.

The Lobby and Caffe Del Trattato, the panoramic "Restaurant Novecento" which can accommodate 50 people, the open-air Terrace which hosts breakfast and dinner during summer time.

The "Terrazza Paraggi", with the magnificent view of Santa Margherita and its enchanting night lights, for musical evenings under the stars. In the old Villa, where the aristocracy once lived, the glamour of the "Belle Époque" is stunningly visible in the magnificent three Imperial Suites. On the second floor, the "Sala del Trattato", where Germans and Soviets once signed the famous Treaty of Rapallo, lavishly decorated in Pompeian Style. The Hotel has an outstanding Congress Center, fully equipped sitting up to 200 people, and 2 other small meeting rooms, capacity of 20 and 40 people. Newly created is the SPA-Fitness center with specialized staff.

In front of the main entrance, a small stone bridge, built just over the main road, takes you down, in the middle of a large exotic garden, to the salt water swimming pool, while relaxing having a massage. The privilege of enjoying the extended private beach in superb position with its Bar-Restaurant "Le Vele” opened only for lunch from May till September.