Albergo Al Carugio

Albergo Al Carugio is a 1-star hotel located in Monterosso al Mare, in the heart of the Cinque Terre, just 150 meters from the sea and the beaches of the historic center. The property is set in a lively alley lined with shops and restaurants, a short walk from the town’s railway station.

The simply decorated rooms feature tiled floors, a desk, air conditioning, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and bidet; several units also offer an electric kettle and independent heating. The room types available include double rooms of about 11-12 square meters and a single room designed for solo travelers.

Guests can relax on the shared terrace furnished with tables and chairs, a popular gathering spot for its view over the village rooftops. The central location makes the property convenient both for those arriving by train and for those exploring the Cinque Terre on foot, among scenic trails and beaches reachable within minutes.

★ 9.1 · Excellent · 619 reviews

Room types

The rooms at Albergo Al Carugio are designed for those seeking a simple, functional base in the center of Monterosso al Mare. The double rooms range between 11 and 12 square meters, with essential furnishings, tiled floors and a wardrobe or closet for storing luggage. All feature a private bathroom with shower and bidet, air conditioning and flat-screen TV, elements especially useful during the Ligurian summer months.

Besides the double rooms, the property also offers a single room with the same basic amenities, suitable for solo travelers. Several rooms add an electric kettle and independent heating to the standard package, a small detail that makes them slightly more complete than the others. Since there is no elevator, upper floors can only be reached by stairs, a point to consider for those traveling with heavy luggage or with reduced mobility.

Double Room

11 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Air conditioning, Bathroom with bidet, Desk

A 11.5 sqm double room with air conditioning, a wardrobe and a private bathroom with shower and bidet: an essential solution for those seeking just a comfortable base near the sea.

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Double Room

11 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Electric kettle, Heating, Flat-screen TV

Compared to the previous room, this 11.5 sqm unit adds an electric kettle and independent heating, in addition to the standard flat-screen TV and bathroom with shower and bidet.

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Double Room

11 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Electric kettle, Heating, Wardrobe

At 11 sqm, this is one of the most compact rooms in the property, but it retains all the main amenities: air conditioning, wardrobe, electric kettle and private bathroom with shower and bidet.

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Double Room

11 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Electric kettle, Flat-screen TV, Heating

An air-conditioned room of 11.5 sqm with private bathroom featuring shower and bidet, electric kettle, heating and flat-screen TV: a good balance between space and functionality.

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Double Room

11 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Air conditioning, Bathroom with bidet, Wardrobe

Among the 11 sqm rooms, this one keeps the property’s essential setup: air conditioning, wardrobe and private bathroom with shower and bidet, without extra features compared to the others.

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Double Room

11 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Electric kettle, Flat-screen TV, Bathroom with bidet

An 11 sqm room that, like other units in the property, includes an electric kettle and heating in addition to the flat-screen TV and private bathroom with shower and bidet.

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Double Room

12 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Electric kettle, Flat-screen TV, Heating

At 12 sqm, this is the largest double room in the hotel, with electric kettle, heating, flat-screen TV and private bathroom with shower and bidet.

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Double Room

11 m² · Private bathroom

1 large double bed
Max 2 guests
Electric kettle, Heating, Flat-screen TV

An 11.5 sqm double room with the same basic amenities as the rest of the range: air conditioning, electric kettle, heating, flat-screen TV and private bathroom with shower and bidet.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

Yes, if you're looking for a property 150 meters from the sea and the beaches of Monterosso al Mare
Yes, if you enjoy being surrounded by typical restaurants and shops just steps from the entrance
Yes, if you're traveling as a couple: the location was rated 9.6 for a stay for two
Yes, if you want to reach the railway station in a 6-minute walk to explore the Cinque Terre by train
Yes, if a simple room with air conditioning and private bathroom is enough for you, without extra services

Maybe not, if...

Maybe not, if you're traveling with children, since the property does not allow access to minors
Maybe not, if you need an elevator, since the upper floors can only be reached by stairs
Maybe not, if you're traveling with pets, which are not allowed at the property
Maybe not, if you're looking for breakfast included or an on-site restaurant, services not offered by the hotel

Hotel facilities & services

Albergo Al Carugio offers a range of services designed for a simple stay in the center of Monterosso al Mare. The shared terrace, furnished with tables and chairs, is the go-to spot for relaxing outdoors, while daily housekeeping keeps rooms tidy throughout the stay.

The property is entirely non-smoking, including all rooms, and adopts safety measures such as fire extinguishers and CCTV in common areas. Access is via personal keys, while air conditioning and heating are present in all rooms to ensure comfort in every season.

Since there is no elevator available, upper floors can only be reached by stairs: a detail to consider for those traveling with heavy luggage. Free WiFi is offered to guests, along with flat-screen TVs in every room, making the property suitable for short stays focused on exploring the village and the Cinque Terre.

Great for your stay

Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free WiFi connection
Non-smoking rooms
Flat-screen TV
Shower

General facilities

Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Fire extinguishers
CCTV in common areas
Key access
Air conditioning
Entirely non-smoking property
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Upper floors accessible only by stairs

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
TV
Internet connection

Room amenities

Toilet paper
Towels
Bidet
Private bathroom
Toilet
Shower
Wardrobe or closet
Cleaning products
Electric kettle
Desk

Location & what to see

Albergo Al Carugio is located in the heart of Monterosso al Mare, the only one of the Cinque Terre villages with a large sandy beach. The property sits in a lively alley in the historic center, just steps from shops, focaccerie and typical Ligurian wine bars: Focacceria il Frantoio and Prosciutteria delle 5 Terre are only 50 meters from the entrance.

The Centro Storico beach is 300 meters away, while Fegina beach can be reached in about a 400-meter walk. Monterosso railway station, a useful hub for traveling along the entire Cinque Terre coast, is 600 meters away, and from there regional trains connect to the other villages within minutes, including Vernazza, whose beach is about 2.6 km away. Those arriving by car will find Genoa Airport about 69 km away, reachable in an hour and a half’s drive along the coast.

Right in front of the property, 100 meters away, is the entrance to the Cinque Terre National Park, a starting point for hikes along the scenic trails connecting the five villages through terraced vineyards and Mediterranean scrub: an activity particularly suited to the spring and autumn months. In summer, beach life and boat trips to Vernazza and Riomaggiore take center stage, while in low season the village is best enjoyed through quiet walks and local flavors, from pesto to Cinque Terre wine.

Monterosso Centro Storico Beach — The main sandy beach of the village, the largest in the Cinque Terre 300 m

Monterosso Railway Station — Quickly connects all the Cinque Terre villages by train 600 m

La Prosciutteria delle 5 Terre — A typical spot to taste local Ligurian cured meats and products 50 m

Cinque Terre National Park — Starting point for the scenic trails linking the villages 100 m

What guests say about Albergo Al Carugio

9.1

Excellent · 619 reviews

Staff

9.8

Comfort

9.4

Location

9.5

Cleanliness

9.4

Facilities

9.1

Value for money

9

Free Wi-Fi

8.8

Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.8, and the location, with a score of 9.5, especially appreciated by couples. Cleanliness and comfort both exceed 9.4, while the value for money remains solid at 9.0.