Cycling in Italy
We all know how precious your leisure time is, and, at the Hotel Alexander, you can be sure it is in good hands. With over 40 years of experience providing quality accommodation, time spent there is sure to be both enjoyable and memorable in equal measure.
This family run hotel is committed to providing the highest standards of service and its staff are on call to pander to your every need. The hotel's facilities include:
BEDROOMS with full amenities and a sea view balcony
RESTAURANT serving excellent traditional food, featuring mouth watering dishes.
HEATED POOL with whirlpool and a fitness area with sauna and massage centre
PRIVATE CAR PARK situated next to the hotel together with a large garden
BILLIARDS ROOM with entertainment, activities and a piano bar
TRANSFER SERVICES from and to the airports
GUIDED TOURS to explore local countryside
SPECIAL PRICES for hotel guests are available at the area’s best factory outlets making for some great shopping.
FITNESS CORNER with sauna and hydro-massage. Perfect for recuperation after a hard day's training.
Lovers of ACTIVITY HOLIDAYS can choose from cycle tours, golf, tennis, hiking, sailing, horse-riding, 5-a-side soccer and beach volleyball.
All Inclusive Bike Holidays
The Hotel Alexander is the perfect base for any cycling holiday or training camp and is well equipped to cater for the enthusiastic cyclist. A hearty breakfast and evening meal are included in the price and a mid-day buffet is laid on every afternoon until 4pm which is ideal for the hungry rider returning from a few quality hours in the saddle.
All visitors can expect a welcome drink upon arrival and a presentation (in English) explaining all the services the hotel has to offer paying particular attention to bike riding facilities.
Secure storage is provided by the hotel for up to 50 bicycles and an on-site, well-equipped workshop is available should you need to make any running repairs during your stay.
Immediate first-aid assistance and bicycle recovery in case of breakdown is also on offer ensuring total peace of mind during your stay.
The Hotel Alexander employs three expert ride guides who will ensure you get the best out of your stay in this fantastic region of Italy. Between them they have compiled 30 road-biking routes and an additional 15 off-road rides that can be undertaken with a detailed map. Mechanic’s services for minor repairs are also available and upon your return full laundry service is available for your cycling kit including a shoe drying facility, shoud you be unlucky to get caught out in an unexpected shower...
Each morning bananas, water and isotonic drink mix are provided to ensure your energy levels are maintained during the day and upon your return a GRAND BUFFET of hors d’oeuvres, delicious hot dishes, “bruschette”, pasta, sweets and fruit is served beside the pool until 4 pm.
One afternoon per week, a local producer at the Tenuta del Monsignore, offers cheese, oil and wine tasting just 5km from the hotel...
A weekly pool-side barbecue is another very popular event allowing you to chill out and share anecdotes from the days riding.
Hotel Alexander offers its guests a transportation service which is available from and to the railway stations of Cattolica or Rimini and of course Rimini Airport.
The allure of the Italian countryside in springtime is hard for anyone to resist. Stunning scenery and legendary climbs cannot fail to stir the soul of any passionate cyclist and many areas of Italy are steeped in cycling tradition. Quiet roads beckon and the adventurous are rewarded with hidden treasures as you explore the surrounding region but imagine how much more enjoyable it could be with an experienced guide...
Stop wondering and book one of the limited spaces on Sigma Sport's very first foray into the 'Marche region' situated on the Adriatic coast. This may be our first organised Italian excursion, but with our very own warehouse manager Chris Beales to look after everything, we are sure you will be in good hands. Chris has 1000s of kilometers experience of the region as he worked as ride guide for Riccione Hotels a few years ago so is very familiar with the area. This is no bus 'em in and bus 'em out holiday rather an exciting opportunity to taste some of the real Italy and ensure that the best riding is accompanied by little known eateries and watering holes...
Accommodation at the Hotel Alexander is first rate and has been experienced by several members of our staff already. Some of them can be quite fussy so if it has their seal of approval you can be sure of no worries there...
The cost is only 495.00 Euros for 1 week half board based on twin room accomodation. Single suplement 70 Euros. Daily breakfast and a Grand Buffet are included, as is laundry and secure bike storage with workshop facilities. Flights and transfers are not included but prices are very reasonable.
Although there are several airports serving the surrounding regions adjacent to Hotel Alexander we advise prospective visitors to fly to Bologna as the hotel offers free transportation from and to this busy airport.
Clients are advised to look at seat availability on British Airways flights BA2560 which leaves Gatwick at 08.45 on April 17th and is expected to arrive in Bologna at 11.50
Travellers can also consider Flight number BA2562 from Gatwick to Bologna which leaves at 14.55 on April 17th and is expected to arrive at 18.00hrs
There are three British airways return flights from Bologna to Gatwick on the 24th of April from Bologna at 07.25 (BA2259) , 13.40 (BA2561) and 19.55 (BA2563) more details on their website www.britishairways.com
You can also make your own travel arrangements if these suggested times do not suit, flights are also available to Rimini, Forli and Ancona airports which are all reasonably close by. The hotel can quote for any individual transer requirements.
Any interested parties should email Chris directly via holidays@sigmasport.co.uk
Montrefeltro Tour - Road Biking (In April, May and September)
7 days of 'Super Half Board', in a double roomComplete 'All Inclusive' services are included in the cost6 biking excursions with our expert guide (from 70 to 130 km)
Special price: 495,00 Euros per personSingle supplement: 70,00 Euros
7 days in 'Super Half Board' in double room (Min. 6 Persons)
Following a delicious and nutritionally balanced breakfast daily in the hotel, there will be a bike tour with one of the Hotel's expert guides (between 80 to 120 km)Clients can take advantage of the brand-new RIVIERA RESORT, where triathletes can train in the fantastic 82 metre covered pool and on the running track beside the Conca River.Hotel Alexander's guests can also take advantage of the extra services made available to them at the RIVIERA RESORT. Facilities include an ample changing room, a 'wellness area' with hydro-massage tubs, against-the-current swimming and a Fitness Centre equipped with a TECHNOGYM
In order to learn more about this brand new resort, located at just 4 km from the Hotel, you should visit the site www.rivieragolf.it
Special Price: 555,00 Euros per person
Single supplement: 70,00 Euros