B&B Il Parco is a lovely upper-middle-range bed-and-breakfast perched on a hill overlooking the village and sea of Monterosso al Mare in Cinque Terre. The out of the way location provides a respite from the crowds and extra space for unusual extras like a swimming pool and gardens, but it's a 15-minute trek downhill to the beach, restaurants, and trains. The hotel provides a free shuttle service to help alleviate the walk. The 12 rooms are contemporary and spacious, each has a private outdoor space and flat-screen TV. The hot buffet breakfast is included in room rates and the meal is served on a lovely terrace. For travelers who want to be in the heart of the village and near the hiking trail, check rates at the historic Hotel Stella della Marina.
B&B Il Parco is a lovely upper-middle-range bed-and-breakfast perched on a hill overlooking the village and sea of Monterosso al Mare in Cinque Terre. The out of the way location provides a respite from the crowds and extra space for unusual extras like a swimming pool and gardens, but it's a 15-minute trek downhill to the beach, restaurants, and trains. The hotel provides a free shuttle service to help alleviate the walk. The 12 rooms are contemporary and spacious, each has a private outdoor space and flat-screen TV. The hot buffet breakfast is included in room rates and the meal is served on a lovely terrace. For travelers who want to be in the heart of the village and near the hiking trail, check rates at the historic Hotel Stella della Marina.
The four mid-range rooms at La Serra sul Mare offer an intimate retreat in Italy’s legendary Cinque Terre National Park with sweeping Mediterranean views. Relaxing on the private or communal terraces throughout the hotel watching the Mediterranean Sea in peace is the main feature here, though breakfasts are huge, homemade, and outstanding. Rooms are each named after a type of flower or plant and have a bright, antique Provencal charm as well as modern amenities like air-conditioning and contemporary en-suite bathrooms. Guests looking to stay in the iconic cliff-clinging village of Manarola should try Ca’ de Gianchi, though rooms won’t have the same Mediterranean views or level of charm.
The four mid-range rooms at La Serra sul Mare offer an intimate retreat in Italy’s legendary Cinque Terre National Park with sweeping Mediterranean views. Relaxing on the private or communal terraces throughout the hotel watching the Mediterranean Sea in peace is the main feature here, though breakfasts are huge, homemade, and outstanding. Rooms are each named after a type of flower or plant and have a bright, antique Provencal charm as well as modern amenities like air-conditioning and contemporary en-suite bathrooms. Guests looking to stay in the iconic cliff-clinging village of Manarola should try Ca’ de Gianchi, though rooms won’t have the same Mediterranean views or level of charm.
Widely considered the best (and most expensive) hotel Monterosso has to offer, the upscale 40-room Hotel Porto Roca has spectacular views of the Ligurian Sea and surrounding hillsides. Rooms are small and have dated furnishings, but those with seaside balconies are worth the extra cost. The saltwater infinity pool and private beach area are noteworthy features, as is the property’s central location for exploring the other towns of Cinque Terre. If a steep hillside setting is a deal-breaker, consider Il Giardino Incantato; the tiny bed and breakfast doesn't have a pool, but it's a short walk to the beach.
Widely considered the best (and most expensive) hotel Monterosso has to offer, the upscale 40-room Hotel Porto Roca has spectacular views of the Ligurian Sea and surrounding hillsides. Rooms are small and have dated furnishings, but those with seaside balconies are worth the extra cost. The saltwater infinity pool and private beach area are noteworthy features, as is the property’s central location for exploring the other towns of Cinque Terre. If a steep hillside setting is a deal-breaker, consider Il Giardino Incantato; the tiny bed and breakfast doesn't have a pool, but it's a short walk to the beach.
Manuel's Guest House sits atop the village of Monterosso al Mare, a vantage providing exceptional views of the town and sea. The five air-conditioned rooms at this value property are bright and contemporary, and include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, memory-foam mattresses, and free Wi-Fi -- some have balconies or terraces that face the sea. A full breakfast is included in the room rate, as is happy hour on the terrace. The hotel's views require some work to reach, though, as the guest house -- which is open from April to October -- is at the top 130 stairs. Also, be aware that rooms can only be paid for in cash. Travelers might want to compare rates with the stylish Hotel Margherita, which is closer to the beach.
Manuel's Guest House sits atop the village of Monterosso al Mare, a vantage providing exceptional views of the town and sea. The five air-conditioned rooms at this value property are bright and contemporary, and include flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, memory-foam mattresses, and free Wi-Fi -- some have balconies or terraces that face the sea. A full breakfast is included in the room rate, as is happy hour on the terrace. The hotel's views require some work to reach, though, as the guest house -- which is open from April to October -- is at the top 130 stairs. Also, be aware that rooms can only be paid for in cash. Travelers might want to compare rates with the stylish Hotel Margherita, which is closer to the beach.
Off the main road in the old town section of Monterosso al Mare, the budget Hotel Souvenir is in a quiet part of the village yet still close to the beach and main tourist attractions. The 24 guest rooms aren't particularly spacious or luxurious, but they have cheerful decor, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. And the hotel has a charming garden and a hearty free breakfast that includes omelets made to order. By comparison, the nearby three-pearl Hotel Margherita has bigger guest rooms but also comes with a slightly higher price tag.
Off the main road in the old town section of Monterosso al Mare, the budget Hotel Souvenir is in a quiet part of the village yet still close to the beach and main tourist attractions. The 24 guest rooms aren't particularly spacious or luxurious, but they have cheerful decor, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. And the hotel has a charming garden and a hearty free breakfast that includes omelets made to order. By comparison, the nearby three-pearl Hotel Margherita has bigger guest rooms but also comes with a slightly higher price tag.
Albergo Marina is a mid-range, boutique hotel with 25 charming guest rooms and a rooftop terrace with ocean views. The hotel is a three-minute walk to the beach and offers an elaborate breakfast buffet that can be taken on a lemon grove terrace, and a free, delicious, light afternoon meal of pasta and salad. Guest rooms are charming but a bit on the small side. The property draws mostly couples, who may also want to consider the nearby Il Giardino Incantato, a popular nearby bed and breakfast that must be booked far in advance.
Albergo Marina is a mid-range, boutique hotel with 25 charming guest rooms and a rooftop terrace with ocean views. The hotel is a three-minute walk to the beach and offers an elaborate breakfast buffet that can be taken on a lemon grove terrace, and a free, delicious, light afternoon meal of pasta and salad. Guest rooms are charming but a bit on the small side. The property draws mostly couples, who may also want to consider the nearby Il Giardino Incantato, a popular nearby bed and breakfast that must be booked far in advance.
Located about 15 minutes by car up the hill from the center of Monterosso al Mare's old town, the budget Hotel Monterosso Alto has a great view of the mountains. The decor is a pastiche of flea market finds and quirky color choices reflecting a homey, personalized vibe that feels like a B&B. Each of the eight guest rooms has a bold signature color, and some have ocean views, but they lack air-conditioning and in-room Wi-Fi. For those who want to visit the town's beach or historic sites, the Hotel Monterosso Alto offers a regular shuttle. By comparison, the Camere Monterosso is cheaper and closer to town, but has more traditional decor.
Located about 15 minutes by car up the hill from the center of Monterosso al Mare's old town, the budget Hotel Monterosso Alto has a great view of the mountains. The decor is a pastiche of flea market finds and quirky color choices reflecting a homey, personalized vibe that feels like a B&B. Each of the eight guest rooms has a bold signature color, and some have ocean views, but they lack air-conditioning and in-room Wi-Fi. For those who want to visit the town's beach or historic sites, the Hotel Monterosso Alto offers a regular shuttle. By comparison, the Camere Monterosso is cheaper and closer to town, but has more traditional decor.
Suisse Hotel Bellevue is a charming three-pearl property about a five-minute drive from the center of Monterosso. While it's not right in town, it offers seclusion and stunning views of the Ligurian Sea from its hilltop location. A free hourly shuttle goes to Monterosso station and the town center. The 30 rooms are mostly modern, done in sober colors like gray and brown, and all include minibars, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Many also have balconies, some with sea views. A free continental breakfast buffet is included in the room rate, and the hotel has a cocktail bar, an elegant reading room, and outdoor sun terrace overlooking the sea. Travelers seeking to stay closer to town might want to check out the quaint Hotel Margherita, though rates may be higher.
Suisse Hotel Bellevue is a charming three-pearl property about a five-minute drive from the center of Monterosso. While it's not right in town, it offers seclusion and stunning views of the Ligurian Sea from its hilltop location. A free hourly shuttle goes to Monterosso station and the town center. The 30 rooms are mostly modern, done in sober colors like gray and brown, and all include minibars, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Many also have balconies, some with sea views. A free continental breakfast buffet is included in the room rate, and the hotel has a cocktail bar, an elegant reading room, and outdoor sun terrace overlooking the sea. Travelers seeking to stay closer to town might want to check out the quaint Hotel Margherita, though rates may be higher.
Located in the heart of Monterosso al Mare's old town, the 39-room, mid-range hotel Albergo Degli Amici is within a five-minute walk of the bay and a 11-minute stroll to the train station. A large portion of visitors arrive by rail, since car traffic is limited in Monterosso al Mare, the western-most Cinque Terre town. The rooms at Albergo Degli Amici are comfortable, minimal, and a little weathered, but they include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and some have amazing views from balconies. The view from the hotel's garden terrace includes lemon trees, sloping rooftops, and the waterfront. By comparison, the nearby Affittacamere Lo Scoglio is in a similar price range, with more modern rooms, but no breakfast or free Wi-Fi.
Located in the heart of Monterosso al Mare's old town, the 39-room, mid-range hotel Albergo Degli Amici is within a five-minute walk of the bay and a 11-minute stroll to the train station. A large portion of visitors arrive by rail, since car traffic is limited in Monterosso al Mare, the western-most Cinque Terre town. The rooms at Albergo Degli Amici are comfortable, minimal, and a little weathered, but they include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and some have amazing views from balconies. The view from the hotel's garden terrace includes lemon trees, sloping rooftops, and the waterfront. By comparison, the nearby Affittacamere Lo Scoglio is in a similar price range, with more modern rooms, but no breakfast or free Wi-Fi.
The clean, no-nonsense Hotel 5 Terre in Monterosso’s is an easy -- and hill-free -- walk to the beach, though it will take 10 minutes to reach the old town on foot. A free breakfast is served at this value property, and the hotel also has a lobby bar, game room, and outdoor courtyards. Next-door is a private parking lot where guests can park for free -- a luxury in this town. Rooms are basic and dated, but clean, with flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms. There are balconies with partial sea views in some, and multiple beds that draw families. Travelers might want to also check out the the cliff-side Suisse Hotel Bellevue, where rooms overlook the sea.
The clean, no-nonsense Hotel 5 Terre in Monterosso’s is an easy -- and hill-free -- walk to the beach, though it will take 10 minutes to reach the old town on foot. A free breakfast is served at this value property, and the hotel also has a lobby bar, game room, and outdoor courtyards. Next-door is a private parking lot where guests can park for free -- a luxury in this town. Rooms are basic and dated, but clean, with flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms. There are balconies with partial sea views in some, and multiple beds that draw families. Travelers might want to also check out the the cliff-side Suisse Hotel Bellevue, where rooms overlook the sea.