The Grande Real Villa Itália occupies the villa where Umberto II, the last king of Italy, lived out his exile from 1946 — a seafront estate on the coast road west of the centre, now grown into a five-star resort hotel.
The hotel pairs the historic villa with modern wings: rooms and suites looking over the Atlantic, outdoor pools above the rocks, and one of the area's largest spas, with thalassotherapy circuits using seawater. Restaurants and bars spread along the terraces.
It stands on the classic seafront walk — Santa Marta lighthouse and the Casa das Histórias on one side, Boca do Inferno on the other — ten to fifteen minutes on foot from the old town.
Highlights
- Former exile residence of Umberto II, Italy's last king
- Outdoor pools above the Atlantic rocks
- Major spa with seawater thalassotherapy
- On the seafront walk to Boca do Inferno
- Ten minutes' walk from the old town
Amenities
✓ Free WiFi
✓ Outdoor pools
✓ Spa
✓ Thalassotherapy
✓ Restaurant
✓ Bar
✓ Sea-view terrace
✓ Air conditioning
✓ 24-hour front desk
✓ Room service
✓ Parking
✓ Breakfast
Room types
- Classic Room
- Superior Sea View Room
- Deluxe Room
- Suite
Frequently asked questions
Did a king really live here?
Yes — Umberto II, the last king of Italy, made the villa his home in exile from 1946; the hotel keeps the name and the story.
Is the spa open to all guests?
The spa and thalassotherapy circuits serve hotel guests, with treatments bookable; check packages when reserving.