70 years of experience from 4 generations to the service of hospitality
FOR 70 YEARS AT THE SERVICE OF HOSPITALITY
The Rouge International Resort, known as one of the most important and prestigious hotels in Milano Marittima, was founded in 1961 with the contribution of Mino Benzi: an enterprising young man who, at the age of 18, left Italy and moved to Germany to study and expand his experience.
Upon returning to Italy, he collaborated with his family, continuing the hotel vocation and tradition. These were the years when the Romagna region began to focus on hospitality, and some people welcomed tourists into their own homes. It was precisely during this period, thanks to his great initiative, that he took over the management of Hotel Internazionale (today Palace Hotel) and Hotel Torre Maura, and founded Hotel Acapulco, later entrusted to his sister Deanna.
As time passed, he also added catering to his experience: with great passion and dedication, he took the helm of Ristorante Al Panfilo; then came the restaurant “Le Jardin” in Milano Marittima, now the current Ristorante “Al Caminetto.” In 1978, he took over the management of Hotel Derby and, in the 1980s, acquired the Tennis Club Guidazzi (pool and four tennis courts).
Mino Benzi’s personal and professional success was supported by his family: his father Italo, his mother Gioconda Zani (Bettina), his wife Paola Maraldi, and their three children, Consuelo, Mattia, and Emanuele, who, growing up in this dynamic environment, is today the sole director of the family company.
Special mention goes to the Restaurant, which offers the finest tradition of international cuisine, complemented by typical Romagna specialties. The service is in keeping with the highest standards of hospitality. The 4-star Rouge International Resort features maîtres, experienced sommeliers, chefs de rang, demi-chefs, and commis.
In 2008, Emanuele and Consuelo added an important touch to the already well-known family activities with the “Petit Rouge Restaurant,” a terrace with over 100 seats directly on the sea, open to the public and not only to hotel guests. In the same year, they created “Maison Rouge”, a beautiful 20th-century villa fully renovated, adjacent to the Rouge International Resort, offering multiple apartment and suite options that ensure a stay in complete tranquility and privacy, in a new and elegant style, ideal for those who love lightness and simplicity.
The work of Emanuele and Consuelo led to the creation of the renowned Bagno Rouge International. Their commitment is tireless: in 2018, they founded Il Pineto Piadineria e Ristoro, awarded by TripAdvisor reviews as the best piadineria in Milano Marittima.
Finally, in 2022, they created the 1 One Beach Club, one of the most glamorous beach clubs in Italy, located directly on the seafront of Milano Marittima.
The activities of the Benzi family are supported by highly qualified staff and numerous collaborators: people who represent an irreplaceable strength. Through their careful work, professionalism, and dedication to the historic Benzi family, they contribute to making the image and success of the family businesses—and of one of the hotels that has shaped the history of hospitality in Milano Marittima—truly unforgettable.
People, with their passionate work, write the story of this well-deserved success.