Guest house in the historic centre of La Spezia, a short walk from Castello San Giorgio, with air-conditioned rooms, city views and excellent value for money.
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Alchimia di Mare is a guest house in the heart of La Spezia, 700 metres from Castello San Giorgio, with air-conditioned rooms and city views.
The property occupies the first floor of a historic building in Piazza Saint Bon, a short walk from La Spezia Centrale train station and the city’s main museums, including Museo Amedeo Lia and Museo Tecnico Navale. The rooms, all with independent entrances and soundproofed walls, are designed for guests seeking independence and privacy during their stay: equipped with a desk, coffee machine, minibar, safe and private bathroom with bidet, they offer a good level of comfort even for longer stays.
Guests particularly appreciate the staff, cleanliness and location, which in reviews reaches a particularly high score among couples. WiFi is free throughout the property, while parking, available on the street, comes at an extra cost. For those arriving by plane, the property organises a paid shuttle on request to and from Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport, about 65 km away. A practical base for exploring La Spezia and the Gulf of Poets, between the historic centre, seaside walks and train connections to the Cinque Terre.
Alchimia di Mare offers four room types, all air-conditioned, with independent entrance, soundproofed walls and private bathroom with walk-in shower, bidet and courtesy set. Each accommodation features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, minibar and city view, elements that make the offer consistent despite the variety of available bed configurations.
The two 14 sqm rooms with single beds offer flexibility thanks to a double configuration, either with separate beds or a double bed, ideal for those travelling as a couple or with a friend. The Double Room with Private Bathroom, also 14 sqm, instead focuses on simplicity with a single large double bed. The Deluxe Double Room stands out for its larger size, 23 sqm, and for its ability to accommodate up to three people thanks to the additional sofa bed, making it the most suitable choice for families or small groups.
One of the two 14 sqm rooms with a flexible configuration: separable single beds or a large double bed, depending on guest request. An independent entrance, soundproofed walls and city view complete an accommodation designed for those who want freedom of schedule and privacy.
The largest room in the property, at 23 sqm, accommodating up to three guests thanks to the extra sofa bed next to the double bed. Described as a suite, it is well suited to families or small groups who want more space without giving up the minibar and tea and coffee set.
A compact 14 sqm accommodation with a single large double bed, the simplest and most straightforward of the available options. A private entrance, city view and soundproofed walls still ensure a good level of tranquillity for couples.
A second room with the same flexible configuration of single beds or a double bed, located in a different part of the property but with identical amenities: independent entrance, minibar and city view, useful as an alternative when the first room type is already booked.
Alchimia di Mare offers an independent entrance for each room, soundproofed walls and magnetic key access, details that favour independence and privacy during the stay. The property is entirely non-smoking and has a lift to the upper floors, while daily housekeeping and luggage storage simplify managing the stay even for those with flexible schedules.
For those arriving without their own car, an airport shuttle is available on request, in addition to a general shuttle service. Nothing is missing in the room for self-sufficiency: air conditioning, safe, coffee machine, electric kettle and refrigerator. The bathrooms feature a walk-in shower, bidet, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.
On the technology side, every room has a flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels and internet connection, while hypoallergenic solutions and soundproofed rooms are designed for guests with specific needs.
Alchimia di Mare is located in the heart of the historic centre of La Spezia, in Piazza Saint Bon, a short walk from the ancient Mura Trecentesche and 50 metres from several places to have breakfast or dinner, such as Fico. Fatto in Casa Ora and Sakura, both less than 40 metres away. The area is pedestrian and lively, with shops, cafés such as Caffe la Reserve 100 metres away and an urban fabric typical of the old Ligurian city.
La Spezia Centrale train station is just 300 metres away, convenient for those wanting to reach the Cinque Terre or Genoa by train without using a car. Castello San Giorgio is 550 metres away, while Museo Amedeo Lia is 300 metres away and Museo Tecnico Navale about 950 metres away. The nearest airport, Pisa Galileo Galilei, is 65 km away, reachable by shuttle organised by the property on request.
For those wanting to enjoy a day at the sea, Spiaggia del Cantun and Spiaggia del Persico are about 5 km away and easily reached by car or local public transport. In summer, La Spezia is also a starting point for boat excursions to Portovenere and the Cinque Terre, while in the cooler months the historic centre, Parco delle Clarisse and the Viale Mazzini seafront promenade offer pleasant walks between history, art and views over the Gulf of Poets.
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Reviews especially praise the staff, rated almost at the top, and the cleanliness of the rooms. The location also receives enthusiastic feedback, particularly from couples. The value for money remains solid, confirming an overall very positive experience for those staying at Alchimia di Mare.
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No, Alchimia di Mare does not allow pets during the stay.
Alchimia di Mare offers street parking, which is not free and not managed directly by the property.
Alchimia di Mare is located in the historic centre of La Spezia, 700 metres from Castello San Giorgio, 300 metres from the train station and about 300 metres from Museo Amedeo Lia.
Check-in at Alchimia di Mare is possible from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, while check-out must be completed between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Yes, all rooms at Alchimia di Mare are air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar and private bathroom.
Yes, Alchimia di Mare is convenient for those travelling without a car: La Spezia Centrale train station is just 300 metres away and the property organises a paid airport shuttle on request.
