Caterina e l’Indaco
Sarzana · Italy

Caterina e l’Indaco

Bed and breakfast in Sarzana with sea view, garden and terrace, air-conditioned rooms with private bathroom and free on-site parking.

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9.6 Score
43 Reviews
15:00 Check-in
Area Sarzana
Nearby Acqua & Farina · 900 m
Parking Free
Wi-Fi Free
Check-in 15:00

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Caterina e l’Indaco

Caterina e l’Indaco is a bed and breakfast in Sarzana, Liguria, notable for the sea and countryside views offered by its rooms. The property features a garden, a common room and a terrace where guests can relax outdoors, perhaps organising a packed lunch or enjoying the outdoor furniture with sun loungers and umbrellas available.

The three double rooms, all with private bathroom and air conditioning, share an essential yet well-kept setup: flat-screen TV, fridge and quality linens. Some units also include a kitchenette with hob and microwave, ideal for those wanting more independence during their stay.

The location is particularly appreciated by couples, who rated it 9.7 for a couple’s trip. Sarzana, with its historic centre and proximity to Fiera di Carrara and Castello San Giorgio, is a convenient base for exploring eastern Liguria and the hinterland between sea and hills, with free private parking making it easier to get around.

Caterina e l’Indaco
★ 9.6 · Exceptional · 43 reviews

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Bed and breakfast in Sarzana with sea view, garden and terrace, air-conditioned rooms with private bathroom and free on-site parking.

Room types

The rooms at Caterina e l’Indaco are all double rooms, with private bathroom, air conditioning and flat-screen TV, designed for those seeking a peaceful stay with views of the surrounding landscape. The size ranges from 19 to 25 square metres, and each unit enjoys different views over the sea, garden and inner courtyard, a feature that makes each room an experience in itself.

The largest room stands out for its kitchenette with hob and microwave, useful for those who want to prepare something independently, as well as an independent entrance and a terrace with sea view. The other two variants, smaller in size, still offer a private bathroom with shower, a desk or an outdoor dining area, ensuring a good level of comfort for couples’ stays in an intimate setting with attention to detail.

Double Room with Private Bathroom — Caterina e l’Indaco
Double Room with Private Bathroom
25 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Kitchenette, Terrace, Independent entrance

The largest room in the property, with 25 sqm available, is the only one equipped with a kitchenette with hob and microwave for those seeking greater independence. It features an independent entrance, a terrace with sea view and a private bathroom with shower.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom — Caterina e l’Indaco
Double Room with Private Bathroom
20 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Desk, Outdoor dining area, Sea view

Overlooking the sea, this 20 sqm room offers a desk and an outdoor dining area, a detail that sets it apart from the other room types in the property. The private bathroom completes a practical solution for those working even on holiday.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom — Caterina e l’Indaco
Double Room with Private Bathroom
19 m² · Private bathroom

  • 1 extra-large double bed
  • Max 2 guests
  • Independent entrance, Terrace, Sea view

The most compact of the three rooms, at 19 sqm, stands out for its independent entrance and private terrace with sea view, a rare advantage for a room of this size. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower.

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Is this the right hotel for you?

Yes, if...

  • Yes, if you're travelling as a couple: the location was rated 9.7 for a couple's trip.
  • Yes, if you're looking for peace and quiet with a sea or garden view from the room.
  • Yes, if you're arriving by car: free private parking is available on site.
  • Yes, if you appreciate well-kept outdoor spaces such as a terrace, garden and outdoor dining area.
  • Yes, if you want a property with cleanliness and comfort rated near the maximum (9.9).

Maybe not, if...

  • Maybe not, if you're travelling with pets, as they are not allowed at the property.
  • Maybe not, if fast WiFi is a priority: the guest score is only 6.3.
  • Maybe not, if you're looking for breakfast included: it's not offered among the services.
  • Maybe not, if you're a smoker: the property is entirely non-smoking, except for a dedicated outdoor area.

Hotel facilities & services

Caterina e l’Indaco offers common areas designed for outdoor relaxation: a garden, a sun terrace and an outdoor dining area furnished with sun loungers, deck chairs and umbrellas, ideal for enjoying Ligurian days away from the town centre. The common room with TV area is an indoor gathering point for guests, while the option to arrange a packed lunch adds flexibility for those wanting to spend the day out.

Every room is air-conditioned and equipped with heating, an iron on request and free WiFi, although guest scores for this service remain average. The free private parking available on site is a real advantage for those arriving by car, while the option to have breakfast in the room adds an extra touch of convenience to the stay.

The property is entirely non-smoking, with a dedicated outdoor smoking area, and offers practical services such as independent key access for guests who prefer flexible schedules.

Great for your stay

  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • View
  • Private parking
  • Smoking area

General facilities

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Common room/TV area
  • Packed lunches available
  • Invoice available on request
  • Key access
  • Smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Entirely non-smoking property
  • Heating
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Umbrellas

Parking

  • Parking

Food & drink

  • Breakfast in the room available

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet connection

Room amenities

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bed linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • Sea view
  • Electric kettle
  • Fridge
  • Sofa
  • Desk

Location & what to see

Caterina e l’Indaco is located in the countryside near Sarzana, a town in eastern Liguria known for its medieval historic centre and its position between the Apuan Alps and the sea. The area around the property retains a rural character, with gardens and views opening onto the sea and surrounding hills, a peaceful setting away from the traffic of the town centre.

Sarzana railway station is just 2.2 km away, convenient for those arriving without a car, while Luni station is 5 km away. Several restaurants and cafés are within a few minutes’ reach, including Acqua & Farina at around 900 metres and Le Scuderie di Coco at 1.2 km. Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport is about 56 km away, a practical option for those arriving by plane. Fiera di Carrara is 11 km away, while Castello San Giorgio, the Amedeo Lia Museum and the Technical Naval Museum are about 13 km away, all located in La Spezia.

Nearby, excursions can be arranged to Passo la Foce, 4.3 km away, or walks in the Brina and Nuda di Ponzano forest. Venere Azzurra beach is about 7 km away, convenient for a day at the seaside in summer, while in any season it’s worth visiting the Ruins of Castrum Ponzanello or the Pieve di San Venerio, testimonies of the area’s medieval past. For families with children, the Oasi Verde adventure park is 4.4 km away.

Acqua & Farina — Restaurant a short walk away, ideal for an informal dinner 900 m
Sarzana Station — Convenient railway connection for getting around without a car 2,2 km
Oasi Verde — Adventure park suitable for families with children 4,4 km
Venere Azzurra — Recommended beach for a day at the seaside 7 km
Castello San Giorgio — Historic fortress overlooking the Gulf of La Spezia 13 km
Amedeo Lia Museum — Art museum with collections from the Middle Ages to the 18th century 13 km

What guests say about Caterina e l’Indaco

9.6
Exceptional · 43 reviews
Staff
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Location
9.6
Cleanliness
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Value for money
9.3
Free Wi-Fi
6.3

Guests particularly praise cleanliness and comfort, both close to the maximum score, and staff helpfulness, rated 9.8. The location also especially appeals to couples. WiFi remains the weakest point, with a noticeably lower score than the others.

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