The dramatic series "Hotel Portofino" tells the story set in the 1920s. A British family opens a prestigious hotel in Italy for high-status guests. In the first few weeks, they attract the attention of people for whom pleasing them proves to be no easy task. Additionally, Bella Ainsworth, the hotel owner, catches the eye of a local politician, Signor Danioni. This intriguer and corrupt individual wants to involve her in the political games of Mussolini's Italy.