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La Spezia by The First

Guesthouse with spa, near Ferry Terminal

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Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View, Annex Building (50m from main building) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Computer station
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Reception hall
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The price is $73
$86 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

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Deluxe Room, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Suite, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Honeymoon Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room (Internal View)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite, City View, Annex Building (50m from main building)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Presidential Suite, City View, Annex Building (50m from main building)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, Balcony, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View, Annex Building (50m from main building)

Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View, Annex Building (50m from main building) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View, Annex Building (50m from main building)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite, City View, Annex Building (50m from main building)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Honeymoon Suite, City View, Annex Building (50m from main building)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 42 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, City View, Annex Building (50m from main building)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, City View, Annex Building (50m from main building)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Balcony (50m from main building)

Junior Suite, Balcony (50m from main building) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Balcony (50m from main building)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Via Persio Aulo Flacco, 49, La Spezia, 19121

What's nearby

  • Castello San Giorgio - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Piazza Garibaldi - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ferry Terminal - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • La Spezia Cruise Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Naval Museum - 1 min drive - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • La Spezia Migliarina Station - 10 min drive
  • Cà di Boschetti Station - 12 min drive
  • La Spezia Centrale Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bama La Forneria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Del Teatro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪De Lisi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Enoteca Alice - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Murphy's Pub - ‬2 min walk

About this property

La Spezia by The First

La Spezia by The First offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of La Spezia Cruise Terminal. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa.

Languages

English, French, Italian

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 11 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result
  • Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets stay free (1 total)
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free offsite parking within 6562 ft

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 9:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Full-service spa
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 18.00 per person

Children & extra beds

  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number 011015-AFF-0141

Also known as

First Spezia 5 Terre Guesthouse
First Spezia 5 Terre
First 5 Terre
The First La Spezia 5 Terre
Spezia By The First Spezia
The First La Spezia 5 Terre
La Spezia by The First La Spezia
La Spezia by The First Guesthouse
La Spezia by The First Luxury Rooms Suites
La Spezia by The First Guesthouse La Spezia

Frequently asked questions

Does La Spezia by The First offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, La Spezia by The First does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at La Spezia by The First?
Yes, pets stay free, with a limit of 1 total.
Is parking offered on site at La Spezia by The First?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Spezia by The First?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at La Spezia by The First and nearby?
La Spezia by The First has a spa.
What's the area around La Spezia by The First like?
La Spezia by The First is a short 12-minute walk from La Spezia Cruise Terminal and 5 minutes' walk from La Spezia Ferry Dock.

La Spezia by The First Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Xristos, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

In need of attention.
The check in process was horrible. We received an email telling us to attend their offices, we did and there was no one there. We assumed that they were closed for lunch so kept checking back. Eventually we called and emailed them and they told us that the office was not manned and that check in was all automated. At the site, another customer banged on our door because they couldn't get the automated exit door to work for them. It took us a couple of minutes to figure it out IF this was an emergency due to a fire, people would have died. This door NEEDS to be replaced with an emergency exit feature.
Graham, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Hi So I have some very clear feedback for this place. The unit was very good and was very convenient to go to CinqueTerre villages. BUT - and it’s a major “BUT” - the service was TERRIBLE. First of all - the person managing the checkin was only doing this over WhatsApp. He won’t take a phone call, won’t answer my concerns on WhatsApp and will just send instructions that were inportant to him (for eg pay this city tax etc.) We were traveling were kids - so wanted to understand bed configuration etc. The guy on WhatsApp would never respond properly, was very curt and only texted when he wanted to give us some instructions. We never once felt welcome. The AC wasn’t working the first night - but, ofcourse, the person on WhatsApp with us never cared to apologize for that. For the second night - we had to keep following up (delicately - because we were worried the guy will get upset and just stop caring to respond) and never felt the person was accountable to solve it. We were shocked by the lack of customer service. And inspite the good property, I don’t intend to come here again. I will recommend hotels.com to reconsider keeping them on their list. I can guarantee we aren’t the first one shocked by this lack of customer service. Also - just go scroll the feedback these guys are getting on the internet. Very similar to what I have raised here. I request you guys to reconsider being affliated to them! Thanks.
2-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gene, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

No answer to phone calls or messages till the day before arrival
Salvatore, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Check in process was a nightmare! Do NOT book this property unless you use WhatsApp and plan to have cell service while in country. There was no other option to receive the check in information and building codes. No flexibility was offered, and no sympathy was expressed by the manager. We were told we'd be "outside," unless we were able to use WhatsApp. The room was not even at the address listed on orbitz and was actually around the block. It was a stranger letting us borrow her phone that ultimately allowed us to access our room.
William, 1-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

Giuseppe, 1-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Gerardo, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Shaheen, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Maureen, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Disappointed once we finally found it
This was an interesting experience. We spent nearly an hour trying to find the “hotel”, which proved to be difficult bc it’s not a hotel. Thankfully some locals saw us struggling with our luggage and came to help. The ROOM itself looks just as pictured. However, everything else is quite sketchy. Upon arrival we were asked for our what’s app info to send us instructions on how to get in. There was this building (with spray paint graffiti all around and metal bars on windows and doors) that we needed a code to get into. We got the code and were instructed to go to a lockbox that had a key for us. No receptionist/concierge (as their website mentions concierge, food, tours, etc…but we never saw a soul). The website also shows photos of a different town that is a train ride away as if it’s near the “hotel”. We honestly almost left and ate the price. After an hour discussion, we decided that we would be taking trains each day to explore this area of Italy anyways and the room itself was fine, so we did end up staying. I was very much looking forward to a luxury hotel for this part of the trip and that’s absolutely not what this is. Again, the room/bathroom is exactly as pictured except for some minor broken things that don’t matter (like some paint needing touched up or shower drain loose etc). We definitely felt duped.
Getting to the room
The balcony
Bethany, 3-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

No front desk, so check in & keys must be coordinated, but once we were in, the room was great. Walkable to everything we wanted to see and do! Lots of shopping and dining options. Would definitely stay there again!
Shane, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice and close to the marina
Mariano, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient host !
Ricardo, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean and good amenities
Alvaro Mojica, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Junior Suite Annex Building Review
I stayed in the Junior Suite for two nights while visiting Cinque Terre. Location is close to the water, cruise terminal and a park. Highly recommend No Name cafe for breakfast or aperitif. Plus an excellent restaurant, Pink Benny is next door! It should be noted that the building is not like a typical hotel. There is no reception for check in and instructions are sent via Whats App on how to get the key. It felt a bit like getting through an escape room at first but once you find the keys check in was easy! There is an elevator in the building. Once you check in there is a small hall with several updated suites. The suite was quiet, very clean, and provided a small mini bar for a fee. I felt very safe staying here! If you stay here to visit Cinque Terre via train the building is approximately a 15-20 minute walk. This was not a problem but if mobility is an issue I would recommend a taxi or utilize the bus system. Otherwise everything you need is within a 5 minute walk to explore La Spezia. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again!
Sarah, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Air conditioning didn’t work and a lot of amenities were extra like soap, water etc. the WiFi also didn’t work. good location and great communication with owner. Great for couples It was also quite close to a main road and a lot of noise of a night time.
Amy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, great restaurants close to apartment. Very clean and close to the waterfront park. We truly enjoyed our time here. Bonus, the safe was stuck with our passports and they came out on a Sunday afternoon to rescue us. Best communication and went above and beyond what we expected. Highly recommend.
LAnita, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

This property owner is terribly rude and highly NOT recommend.
Elaine, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Falsely advertised. No King bed, not a Jr. Suite. One small room and an uncomfortable cot .Tiny bathroom. No parking.
Mike, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Interesting Property
hotel is actually an office suite with 6 rooms. unattended. Issue is if you need a taxi/other. Walking distance to train if no bags. New, but it got it done nicely and great AC!
James, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

I didn’t like the self check inn system in fact when I booked I had no idea it was a self check inn The address on line was different that the one that was sent to me on wathsapp it was two different buildings it was very confusing it would have been very nice to have someone with the keys welcoming you the room was very clean the bed comfortable room and bathroom kind of small location very convenient
Yan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Don't fool by other negative comment. This is one of the best place when I stay in Italy. It is about 15 mins walk or 5 mins taxi ride from La spezia train station. I did not drive but see plenty of parking around. there is also public bus station right at the building. Owner of the unit provided clear instruction on how to get in to building and how to get the room card. we communicate by whatsapp but im not sure if it is the only way to talk. lobby is little dark but nothing to worry about. there is elevator so you dont need to take your luggage up. once you enter the unit, it is a different world, very modern and comfortable. there are 4 rooms and i dont hear anything from other rooms. in conclusion i would recommend this place for anyone who visit Cinque Terre.
KIN WAH, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

If you want to be DISAPPOINTED stay here!
- No WhatsApp don’t book as this is the only form of communication you have with the owner. - Hotels.com states concierge service there was NONE, the room was located inside a residential apartment block with no obvious signage, NOT a HOTEL or even a B&B this it is a room sectioned off in an apartment. -Contacted via whatsapp and sent photos of lock boxes where each time a different key or card was obtained to be able to access the room, you don’t meet any concierge you are rather sent on a treasure hunt. - Free offsite parking hotels.com states, this is not the case, the off-site parking is the street and good luck, parking is scarce and small. Be aware this apartment does not have it’s own parking. - At 11pm the apartments power went out and people we unable to get into their room with their swipe card, we were told by 2 random people who were attempting to open peoples room with a key that the owner would be their in 10 minutes to fix the power, the owner never showed and their was a code to a lock box that was sent via whatsapp to all guest that opened an emergency box at the front of the apartment that held keys that could open everyone’s room BE AWARE this box could be opened by anyone staying in the room and meant that your room could have been opened and accessed by any number of strangers, VERY SCARY. - Air conditioner didn’t work. Whole experience lack lustre save your money and just stay else where
gavin, 1-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The apartment was gorgeous, in a great location. La Spezia is a beautiful town, I wish we stayed longer to enjoy this seaside town also!
Lindsay, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review