A guest house among the colorful houses of Manarola, with sea-view rooms, a sun terrace and breakfast with international flavors, just steps from the Cinque Terre trail.
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Arpaiu is a guest house in Manarola, a village of the Cinque Terre in Liguria, with a sun terrace and rooms overlooking the sea just steps from the center.
The rooms, all with private bathroom, feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, air conditioning and soundproofed walls; the bathroom is equipped with a toiletry set and hairdryer. A few meters from the property there are also studio apartments with sea view and a dining table, designed for those seeking greater independence during their stay.
Breakfast, served with Italian, vegetarian, vegan and halal options, caters to different dietary needs. The location is one of the aspects most appreciated by guests, especially couples, thanks to its proximity to the sea, the trails of the Cinque Terre National Park and the village’s restaurants, all reachable within a short walk. Manarola train station is about 250 meters away, convenient for traveling along the coast toward La Spezia or Riomaggiore.
The rooms at Arpaiu range from double solutions with sea view to a family room designed for groups or large families. All feature a private bathroom with toiletry set and hairdryer, air conditioning, soundproofed walls, flat-screen TV and coffee machine, ensuring a good level of comfort regardless of the room type chosen.
The Large Double Room with Sea View is the most spacious among the doubles, with a safe and fan in addition to the standard amenities. The Double Room with Sea View offers the same sea view in a smaller size. The Family Room, the largest of all, has an independent entrance and three beds, making it the most suitable choice for those traveling in groups or with children, although it overlooks a quiet street rather than the sea.
The largest of the double rooms, with sea view, private bathroom, safe and fan in addition to the flat-screen TV. The bathroom includes a hairdryer and toiletry set.
A more compact version of the sea-view double, with private bathroom, safe and fan. Same sea view as the larger room, but smaller in size.
The largest room in the property, with an independent entrance and three beds for a total of four guests. Unlike the doubles, it overlooks a quiet street rather than the sea, but it is the ideal choice for families or small groups.
Arpaiu offers guests a sun terrace and a beachfront location, ideal for enjoying the Cinque Terre views at any time of day. Those who love exploring the area can rely on walking tours, bike tours, hiking, snorkeling and canoeing, as well as cooking classes and lessons about local culture.
Practical services include luggage storage, daily housekeeping, ironing and laundry, useful for both short and extended stays. A shuttle service is also available, along with private check-in and check-out and a concierge service to make the most of the stay.
The property also offers free WiFi in all areas, air conditioning, non-smoking rooms and the possibility to request various types of massage, from body to foot massages. Bowls are available for guests traveling with pets, while security is ensured by CCTV cameras and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
Arpaiu is located in Manarola, one of the five villages that make up the Cinque Terre National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Liguria. The property sits in a beachfront position, among the typical colorful houses perched over the sea that make this stretch of coast one of the most photographed in Italy, with restaurants such as La Cambusa, La Cantina dello Zio Bramante and Il Discovolo just steps away, all within 40 meters.
Manarola train station is just 250 meters away, while Riomaggiore’s station can be reached in about 950 meters: both quickly connect to the other Cinque Terre villages and to La Spezia, 8 km away. Portofino is about 47 km away, while Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport, the nearest one, is 70 km away. The Cinque Terre National Park extends less than 1.5 km from the property, and Riomaggiore Beach can be reached in about 1.4 km.
The area is perfect for walks along the famous scenic trails that connect the villages, with the stretch between Manarola and Riomaggiore among the most striking and popular. In summer, snorkeling and canoe outings along the coast are possible, while in the low season the area offers a quieter atmosphere, ideal for enjoying the sunset from the property’s sun terrace. In La Spezia, the naval museum and San Giorgio Castle offer a cultural alternative for a day away from the village.
Guests particularly praise the location, rated 9.4, and the comfort of the rooms, appreciated with 8.9. Cleanliness and staff scores are also good, while WiFi, at 6.7, remains the least convincing aspect according to the reviews collected.
No, Arpaiu does not allow pets in its rooms and apartments.
Arpaiu does not offer free parking; a garage is available at the property for those arriving by car.
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Arpaiu accepts check-in from 11:00 to 23:30 and requires check-out between 05:00 and 10:00; it is recommended to communicate your arrival time in advance.
Yes, Arpaiu offers free WiFi throughout the property, although guest ratings for this service remain moderate.
Arpaiu serves breakfast with Italian, vegetarian, vegan and halal options, designed to meet different dietary needs.
Yes, Manarola train station is about 250 meters from Arpaiu, convenient for traveling along the Cinque Terre coast.
