Powered By TripAdvisorAn Elegant Beach-Side Boutique Hotel on Italy's Adriatic Riviera
Powered By TripAdvisorInspired by the timeless style of the 1950s, HOTEL EXCELSIOR SPA & LIDO is a five-star boutique hideaway set on a stunning stretch of Italy’s beautiful Adriatic Riviera. Close to the charming town of Pesaro, the hotel offers a private beach with a club, delicious dining, refined accommodations, and a glamorous sense of place. Highlights of this boutique retreat include:
- 52 guestrooms and suites designed in American East Coast 1950s style
- Two main restaurants serving traditional Marche food, plus a beach club bar
- The Lido Excelsior beach club featuring loungers, umbrellas, hot tubs, and more
- A Wellness Center with spa, relaxation pool, Hammam, sauna, and fitness center
- Prime location just minutes from Pesaro’s piazzas, restaurants, shops, and sights
Located by the beach and within walking distance of the town of Pesaro in Italy’s Marche region, HOTEL EXCELSIOR SPA & LIDO is in an idyllic spot facing the Adriatic Sea. The fashionable resort of Rimini is under an hour's drive away and the lively city of Bologna can be reached by train in just over an hour.
Hotel Amenities
Accommodations
Throughout HOTEL EXCELSIOR SPA & LIDO’s 52 guestroom and suites, architect Andrea Fogli's meticulous direction harmonizes with eco-conscious design for the ultimate in sustainable comfort. Guestrooms and suites boast a serene ambiance, blending white furnishings with cream walls, aged leather, and ecru fabrics, along with marble-adorned bathrooms featuring sea-view showers. With an unwavering commitment to eco-friendliness, the accommodations offer electronic keys, low-consumption lighting, and thermal insulation. Guests can immerse themselves in a fairy-tale setting while reducing their carbon footprint.
Experience unparalleled comfort in the Superior Suites, offering guests a private sanctuary of opulence and sophistication. Marvel at panoramic sea views from the spacious living room, equipped with modern amenities. Alternatively, guests can retreat to the Junior Suites, complete with a seafront balcony for daily nature spectacles.
Dining
HOTEL EXCELSIOR SPA & LIDO’s dining options are as refined and relaxed as the rest of the hotel. Savor authentic Marche gastronomy at '59 Restaurant, delicious meals and refreshing cocktails at Bistrò Excelsior, and snacks and beverages at the Lido’s beach restaurant and bar.
’59 Restaurant – A stylish restaurant with mid-20th century appeal and style, this eatery is a special experience. The chefs at ’59 Restaurant only serve the best of Marche cuisine, adding an innovative twist to dishes. Dine on fresh seafood and pasta, as well as local meats, and ask the expert sommelier to pair your meal with a fine wine hand-picked from the cellar.
Bistrò Excelsior – Freshly baked pastries at breakfast and light lunches made using locally sourced ingredients make Bistrò Excelsior an ideal spot for a meal during the day. As night falls, watch the space transform into a lounge bar and stop by for an aperitif, snack, or signature cocktail.
The Lido Beach Restaurant and Bar – Savor delicious drinks and meals made using only the freshest local ingredients, while enjoying the sea breeze. Drinks will be brought to you.
Activities at HOTEL EXCELSIOR SPA & LIDO
At HOTEL EXCELSIOR SPA & LIDO, relaxation comes easily. Whether in the sunshine or the shade at the hotel’s private beach area, Lido, or soaking in one of two outdoor hot tubs, guests have ample opportunity to step back and focus on well-being with an array of wellness activities and experiences. Enjoy treatments at Spa Excelsior, morning yoga classes, workouts at the fitness center, bicycle rentals, and more.
At HOTEL EXCELSIOR SPA & LIDO, guests are invited to immerse themselves in self-care in a luxurious beachside setting. At Spa Excelsior, indulge in a Finnish Sauna, vertical Kneipp sensory shower, indoor heated relaxation pool with whirlpool, Turkish Hammam featuring a series of pools and space for traditional Savonnage, a massage performed with black soap foams and Moroccan clay, and more. Treatments range from massages to facials, and all take place within private rooms offering sea views and crackling fireplaces.
Outside the hotel, Italy’s Marche region awaits with a wide variety of activities and experiences including historic village visits, villa exploration, museums, and more.
Nearby Activities & Experiences
- Casa Rossini
- Palazzo Mosca Civic Museum
- Villa Imperiale
- Monte San Bartolo Park
- Gradara village and fortress
- Fiorenzuola di Focara village
- Novilara and Candelara medieval villages
Activities within Driving Distance
- Mondolfo village
- Ducal Palace of Urbino
- Mondavio city and fortress
- The Balì Museum
- Riserva Naturale Gola del Furlo
Location
Located by the beach and within walking distance of the town of Pesaro in Italy’s Marche region, HOTEL EXCELSIOR SPA & LIDO is in an idyllic spot facing the Adriatic Sea. The fashionable resort of Rimini is under an hour's drive away and the lively city of Bologna can be reached by train in just over an hour.
Address
Lungomare Nazario Sauro 30/34, Pesaro, ItalyTransportation
- Train
- Pesaro train station is a 10-minute drive from the hotel.
- Airport
- Federico Fellini International Airport is 34.7 km / 21.5 mi away – approximately 35 minutes by car .
- Ancona Airport Raffaello Sanzio is 57.6 km / 35.8 mi away – approximately 46 minutes by car Airport is 35 mi / 57 km away.
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Reviews
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It's was great (100% recommended)
Mon Aug 11 2025 09:44:48 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Culture66909194135
It was amazing. The hotel corresponds to its level 100%. Starting from the check-in, which happened at night (everything was perfect), until the check-out, our vacation was surrounded by pleasant, caring, hospitable staff, a cozy atmosphere, delicious food. Breakfasts were very tasty and varied with a huge selection, including Prosecco, fresh juice and much more. Gratitude to the housekeeping team. The rooms are perfectly clean, cleaned every day. Towels in the rooms were changed 2 times a day. Special thanks and admiration to the staff of the restaurant & Lido. Olha, Sasha, Ksenia, Anastasia and their Boss. Thank you very much for your care. The beach service was also perfect. Fresh compliments, fast service, hospitality, all this allowed us to enjoy our vacation.
Excellent stay overall - but beach seating policy needs to be clearer
Mon Aug 11 2025 07:51:08 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by deatrice_01
We stayed at Hotel Excelsior for 4 night in a Deluxe Sea View Room with Beach Access. Overall, it was a wonderful atmosphere and experience. The room was spotlessly clean, comfortable, the bathroom very well equipped for all needs. The breakfast area is exquisite decorated and relaxing. Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful throughout our stay. They even helped us in booking a fantastic boat tour to explore the Adriatic coast, which we really enjoyed. The only downside was related to the beach umbrella access, witch we feel should be explained more clearly at the time of booking. While our room included in the offer 2 sunbeds and an umbrella, we were only informed after booking, via a small note in the confirmation email - and we didn't pay close enough attention to this paragraph - that our umbrella was assigned to row 8 from the sea, as the front rows are reserved for another type of rooms/ suites or for annual subscribers ... even if the front rows were unoccupied. However, after I explained that we only wanted to stay for a short time, the staff kindly allowed us to use a better place closer to the sea. We really appreciated their understanding and flexibility. That said, everything else was truly excellent, we left with good memories... We definitely recommend The Excelsior Spa Hotel!
An Exquisite Coastal Retreat – A Five-Star Experience at Pesaro Excelsior
Sun Jul 27 2025 08:08:53 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Doris305
An Exquisite Coastal Retreat From the moment we arrived at Pesaro Excelsior, we were enveloped in a world of serenity and flawless service. This exceptional beachfront property offers panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea. The arrival experience was seamless—professional, efficient, and genuinely welcoming. The staff throughout the hotel were exemplary, demonstrating an impeccable balance of discretion, attentiveness, and warmth. Every request was met with gracious hospitality and promptness, creating an atmosphere of complete ease. We celebrated our our annual family vacation with 4 suites and they were beautifully appointed, combining understated sophistication with comfort. The furnishings were of the highest quality, the linens crisp and inviting, and the private terrace offered uninterrupted sea views—an ideal setting for morning coffee or a quiet evening with the sound of the waves. Every detail, from the curated amenities to the nightly turndown service, spoke to the hotel’s commitment to excellence. Whether enjoying a treatment at the spa or simply sipping a cocktail at sunset, every moment felt carefully curated. In every aspect, Pesaro Excelsior exceeded expectations. It is a rare combination of timeless world-class service, and authentic charm. I would recommend it without hesitation to any discerning traveler in search of a truly elevated beachside escape.
A perfect place
Wed Jul 23 2025 12:17:54 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Wander47679900111
This is a beautiful beach hotel — bright, contemporary, classily luxurious, dazzlingly clean and extremely comfortable. The hotel sits directly across the road from its own private beach, which has an outdoor bar and restaurant. The food is excellent. Thanks to Fausto, Diana and all the staff — always so attentive — for a lovely stay. We shall certainly be back. Highly recommended.
Fantastic hotel in Pesaro
Sun Jul 20 2025 17:10:12 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Richard P
Our second visit here, and even better than the first. Staff are focused on your enjoyment and satisfaction. Special thanks to Ina, Olha , Diana , the 2 Filippo’s, Stan, Valentina and Mario. We had a wonderful holiday and will be back.I would recommend this hotel to people who want a relaxing holiday.
