La Meridiana Relais & Chateaux, a 5-star property, is an oasis of peace located in Garlenda on the Italian Riviera, nestled between Portofino and Montecarlo, and close to the sandy beaches of Alassio. It is conveniently situated a 1-minute drive (0.8 km) from Golf Club Garlenda and a 9-minute drive (8.6 km) from Hanbury Tennis Club, with Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) 128.4 km away. The resort features 25 individually decorated guestrooms, including suites and a cottage, each offering a private balcony, minibar, DVD player, LCD television, and complimentary wireless Internet access. Private bathrooms are equipped with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Accommodation options range from double rooms (starting at 28 sq m) to spacious Junior Suites (from 42 sq m, including family and garden options), Deluxe Suites (60 sq m with a canopy bed), Executive Suites (100 sq m with two double beds and a large double bathtub), and an independent 70 sq m Master Suite Cottage with a private terrace overlooking the pool. Guests can indulge in Italian cuisine at the resort's two restaurants. Ristorante Il Rosmarino offers fine-dining with traditional regional and Italian dishes for dinner from Tuesday to Sunday, with outdoor service available in summer. Il Bistrot provides a relaxed setting for lunch daily, serving simple Ligurian-inspired dishes, with poolside service in summer. A rich buffet breakfast, featuring sweet and savoury options, is available daily from 8 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee, and room service is offered during limited hours. Guests can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar; however, the bar/lounge and dining venues are closed on Monday. The resort also boasts a wine cellar with a selection of rare vintage and high-end wines. Recreational facilities abound, including a private beach and an 18-hole, par 72 golf course on-site, with special rates and private lessons available for guests. An outdoor swimming pool, heated to 27°C, features a charming waterfall and stream, complemented by a pool bar and sunbed service. A 50 sq m private gym with Technogym equipment is accessible by appointment, and massage treatments are available on request (reservation and surcharge apply). For exploration, mountain bikes are provided, and rope lessons can be arranged at a nearby country club, which also offers Ebike hire. An arcade/game room is also available. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available throughout the property. For business needs, there is a business center and two meeting rooms. Guest services include concierge assistance, babysitting/childcare (surcharge), express check-in, and express check-out. Transportation options include an area shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and free self-parking on-site.