Close to Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area, Apartment in historic building in the center of La Spezia close to 5 Terre has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
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9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
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2 bedrooms1 bathroom65 sq m
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Kitchen
Pet-friendly
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About this property
Apartment in historic building in the center of La Spezia close to 5 Terre
The apartment, recently renovated, is housed in an historic building which is about 280 m from the Central Station (4 minutes walk) from which you can quickly arrive to the National Park of 5 Lands (Riomaggiore is the first stop, 9 minutes from the station). The apartment can comfortably accommodate 4/6 people and has a living room with tv, a double bedroom, a bedroom with two single beds, fully equipped kitchen and bathroom with shower. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning. The floors are in parquet. The kitchen is equipped with dishes, sponges and soap for washing dishes. The apartment has free wifi and a satellite decoder for free channels. Few meters from the building there are the bus stops with which you can arrive to the tourist resorts of Lerici (12 km), Portovenere (13 km) and Sarzana (22 km). If you arrive by car you can park in the free public parking in Piazza d'Armi, (450 meters / 6-minute walk), with a free bus service or in the pay parking basement of the station; around the neighborhood there are parking rolling fee (free at night and holidays). La Spezia is located in the south eastern region of Liguria, a region characterized by multiple areas of significant landscape value and environmental. In particular, in the province of La Spezia you can admire the National Park of 5 Terre (UNESCO), the beautiful seaside resorts of the Gulf of poets between the towns of Lerici to Portovenere, with beaches and coves unique. The city of La Spezia and the nearby Sarzana that offer the chance to visit museums and cultural events of national level (The Maritime Festival, Festival of The Mind). Inland you can enjoy beautiful places of the Valley of Magra, the Vara Valley and the nearby Lunigiana (Province of Massa–Carrara, Tuscany), characterized by a great variety and richness of landscapes, wilderness areas and mountain villages of great historical and scenic. From La Spezia you can also visit the archaeological excavations of Roman times: those of Luni (28.7 km - City of Ortonovo) and those of Villa Varignano (10.3 km - Loc. Le Grazie - City of Portovenere). The area, being in the city center has bars, restaurants, pharmacies, supermarkets and all types of equipment is within easy reach. Near the pedestrian center it is characterized by the presence of boutiques of all kinds. To see the events planned in the city you can visit the website of the municipality http://www.myspezia.it/. The area is about 2 km from the Tourist Harbor Mirabello, from the dock for ferries to the islands, Portovenere and the 5 Lands and from the cruise terminal from which ships throughout the Mediterranean. Also , from the nearby coastal resorts, you can take boat trips or diving, while the hinterland you can organize trekking or mountain bike along the paths of the 5 Terre and Alta Via dei Monti Liguri (Val di Vara and Val di Magra ).
Prices are inclusive of bed linen and towels, consumption and final cleaning (except the kitchenette and the oven by the customer). And 'you can request the final cleaning of the kitchen at a cost of € 30.00 per stay. If the stay is longer than a week it provides the change of bed linen and towels, free of charge. All children are welcome. Up to three years can sleep in bed with their parents. Highchair free on request. Extra bed in the master bedroom, free for children under 14 years and at a cost of €15,00/day for older. Check-in: from 15.30 to 18.30 (Flexible on demand) - Check-out: by 10.30.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free internet
Parking and transport
Car not required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Oven
Refrigerator
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Dock
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Non-smoking only
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Near the sea
Things to do
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Animali di piccola taglia ammessi su richiesta
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: All children are welcome. Highchair free on reque
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Non-smoking only
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number IT011015C2D723WOQP
We should mention
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located by the sea, this apartment is in La Spezia Historic Centre, a neighbourhood in La Spezia. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area and Vernazza Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and ecotours. Visit our La Spezia travel guide
Is Apartment in historic building in the center of La Spezia close to 5 Terre pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Apartment in historic building in the center of La Spezia close to 5 Terre?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Apartment in historic building in the center of La Spezia close to 5 Terre?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Apartment in historic building in the center of La Spezia close to 5 Terre?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Apartment in historic building in the center of La Spezia close to 5 Terre located?
Located in La Spezia Historic Centre, this apartment building is steps away from Corso Cavour and Church of Nostra Signora della Salute. Il Faro and Church of Nostra Signora della Neve are also within 10 minutes. La Spezia Centrale Station is only a 4-minute walk.
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Apartment in historic building in the center of La Spezia close to 5 Terre Reviews
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Wonderful
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What a wonderful place to stay. Charming place about a little restaurant. Croissant in the morning, glass of wine in the evening. Host was wonderful! After he checked us in he was back in a few minutes with warm focaccia! Our window opened to a beautiful courtyard! And we were blocks from the train. Highly recommended!
We loved this property! All of the instructions were clear and easy to follow upon arrival. Our stay was in July (2 nights) so we appreciated the air conditioners. Both worked well. This is a beautiful area. The coffee shop downstairs serves great coffee; be sure and make time for a quick cup. We toured the coast and went to Porto Venere for a few hours! We ❤️❤️ this area & this has been our favorite stop on our Italy tour. - We visited Venice, Rome, Pisa, this area and then on to Genoa.
The apartment is located just a few blocks from the central train station - an easy 5-minute walk. It’s on a town square and located just above a coffee shop/bar - the cappuccinos were excellent. It has air conditioning units in each bedroom, which was crucial since we were there during the summer of 2023 heat wave. The apartment is very nice with updated bathrooms. Stefano was quick to respond to all communications. One thing to note: the apartment is in the city, across the street from a town square, so you will get the sounds of a city - there was a 3-day festival going on while we were there and the music played until 11 pm or so. All in all, a very nice place, great location close to the train station, and Stefano was a very good host.
We liked the apartment, clean and comfortable. The only thing that brings the rating down is the coffe shop,bar right below. It stayed quite noisy into each night.
Very cute apartment, close to train station. The location was perfect to catch a train to Pisa or Cinque Terre. As other reviewers have mentioned, the apartment is situated on a bustling piazza. We heard some crowd noise most nights but we brought ear plugs and were able to sleep fine. The hosts were responsive and helpful during check in and when we had questions or issues. They provided a very helpful binder full of restaurant and activity recommendations.
Tout était super sauf un secteur un peu bruyant avec le café juste en bas et les cloches de l’église qui sonnent la nuit. Mais pour le reste rien de mieux !!
Magnifique séjour de 10 jours. Objectif 3 jours de randonnée sur les sentiers des Cinque Terre. Quelques moments shopping sur Porto Vénère, La Spezia, Levanto. Plage et baignade un peu sur toutes les plages rencontrées lors de nos randonnées. Parcours de randonnée : Levanto, Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola et Riomaggiore. Excellent séjour. Découverte des villages par bateau. Appartement très bien situé
Nous avons passé un bon séjour chez Stefano. Appartement très agréable bien placé par rapport à la Gare et aux commodités. Cependant nous avons été gênés par l'environnement extérieur très bruyant et pas très bien fréquenté.
Eine saubere und praktisch eingerichtete Wohnung nahe am Bahnhof und Stadtzentrum mit Blick über die lebhafte Piazza Brin. Stefano hat uns herzlich persönlich empfangen und eine Informationsmappe bereitgestellt die uns das touristenleben sehr erleichterte, darüber hinaus war die Küche bereits mit alles notwendige ausgestattet, wie z.B. Milch, Kaffee und Olivenöl!Alle Einkaufsmöglichkeiten sind nicht weit weg.
Stéfano offre un accueil personnalisé et sympathique. L’appartement est situé devant un beau parc. Appartement à proximité de la gare et central pour visiter la ville ainsi que pour se rendre au Cinque Terre. Très propre, confortable et bien équipé. Nous le recommandons sans hésitation.
Diane et Jacques (Québec)
Belle chambre, climatisée, tout près de la gare et à distance de marche du port. Bons restos. Nous avons apprécié l’accueil et le cahier d’information complet préparé par le proprio disponible à l’appartement. La salle de bain est petite mais la douche avait un bon jet d’eau.Très bon rapport qualité/prix.
Isabelle L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Linda C.
7 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location
Beautiful apartment but lacking a lot
We were greeted by our host, and lead up to the apartment. The lobby was dirty with debris about. The host did not speak a word of English. He did not show us around the apartment. He said the only way to communicate was with his son that was at school. While he was showing us the manuals about the apartment briefly he was getting consistent phone calls from his friend Pascual. Each time growing less and less patient about telling us about the apartment in the neighborhood. The apartment was beautiful but isolated in the historic district. Located above a coffee shop, you could hear the hustle and bustle from downstairs. But it wasn’t too loud to be annoying. At night, it is a unsettling feeling walking around. It’s very desolate. I would definitely stay in the more modern section of this town. The Partman was also lacking in basic necessities like toilet paper and paper towels. When we asked the host if they could drop more off they suggested we go buy some . Even though they were a quarter roll of each upon arrival. It wasn’t seasonally warm when we were there which was a great surprise. But the host took away the air conditioner remotes due to the fact that it was seasonal. When we complain they did bring it the next day . Also, only one of the beds was made up. They assumed my cousin and I were a couple I would imagine. One of the bedrooms only have mattress pads on them. Even though the structure of this apartment is lovely, I would not recommend this property .
My sister and I truly enjoyed our stay here! The apartment was perfect! Spacious and clean. It is located right in a piazza and was always surrounded by vibrant energy.
The apartment was exactly as advertised and had everything we needed. Four minute walk from the train station and one flight up the stairs. The host’s son took our suitcase up and checked us in. Good English speaker and nice young man. The place overlooks a lively piazza and a restaurant downstairs, which got a bit noisy at times, but maybe because we were there on Friday and Saturday nights. Easy walk to restaurants (the Irish pub was great!) and the ferry dock. Nice stay!
We had a great stay. The apartment is fully renovated, modern, clean and in a great location. Stefano and his son greeted us and provided us with all the pertinent information for getting around. They also gave us suggestions for places we hadn’t planned on visiting and they turned out to be some of the most beautiful experiences we had. Wonderful bakery around the corner and a supermarket minutes away. We lucked out and parked our car right in front of the apartment. Free on Sundays and 8 euros per day during the week. Train station was easy access for Cinque Terre. Right in the square. Beautiful view.
Alina D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
Tess C.
30 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
Love / Hate Review
The property owner & his son were very kind and informative. The leave behind a very detailed book of things to do in the area with train and ferry times and suggestions on where to eat.
However, just outside the property the park is very sketchy. Scary types of park people lurch outside of the property which makes a woman feel unsafe.
Additionally, there is a coffee shop and a pet store directly below the apartment. So in the very early morning (6am) to very late at night (11pm) you can literally hear every single noise due to the people outside drinking / smoking (which comes into the apartment bedrooms … yuck) and the pets barking at one another …. Kids screaming every night, etc.
Trust me, this is no exaggeration.
On top of that, La Spezia is a very sketchy place as well … dirty and nothing to do.
For easy transportation to Cinque Terre, this is the only reason I would give this place a star + the friendly owner and his son.