Offering free Wi-Fi, Hotel Santiago is set only 150 metres from Milano Marittima’s beach. This family-run property features air-conditioned accommodation, a traditional restaurant and discounted rates at nearby beaches.

Bright and colourful, all rooms at the Santiago come with a balcony and panoramic views, many with a sea view. They include a private bathroom with bath or shower, and free toiletries. A flat-screen satellite TV and minibar are also provided.

An open-air hot tub lies in the garden, surrounded by chairs, tables and sun loungers. A free hut on the beach can be used by guests, who also enjoy special prices at the Cervia Thermal Spa Resort, just 4 km away.

Including a selection of sweet and savoury items, a rich buffet breakfast is served daily in the verandah. The property’s restaurant is specialised in local cuisine and seafood delicacies, and can prepare special menus upon request.

At a distance of 2 km, the Cervia-Milano Marittima train station provides connections to Ravenna and Rimini. Mirabilandia, the famous amusement park, is only a 15-minute drive away.