A cozy guest house in the heart of La Spezia, with air-conditioned rooms, private bathroom in every unit and free parking just steps from the historic centre.
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Congregazione Suore Figlie di San Francesco di Sales is a guest house in La Spezia, Liguria, about 1.9 km from the Amedeo Lia Museum and 2.5 km from La Spezia Centrale train station.
The property, entirely non-smoking, offers four room types, all equipped with air conditioning, private bathroom with bidet and hairdryer, desk and view of the interior courtyard. Room sizes range from 13 to 24 square metres, with solutions designed for both couples and small family groups, thanks to configurations combining single and French double beds.
WiFi is free in all rooms and private parking is included at no extra cost, a detail appreciated by those arriving by car in a city with a compact historic centre. The location allows guests to reach San Giorgio Castle, the 14th-century Walls and several typical restaurants such as Osteria delle Spezie and I Contadini on foot. It is a suitable choice for those looking for a simple, quiet stay well connected to the centre of La Spezia, away from the busiest tourist routes but convenient for visiting the Gulf and the Cinque Terre.
The four rooms at Congregazione Suore Figlie di San Francesco di Sales share the same basic amenities: air conditioning, private bathroom with shower and bidet, tiled flooring, heating and a view of the interior courtyard. All include a desk, wardrobe, bed linen and towels, plus free WiFi, making every option suitable for both short and longer stays.
What sets the room types apart are mainly the size and capacity: from the 13 square metres of the most compact double room, designed for two people with single beds, to the 24 square metres of the largest double/twin room, able to accommodate up to four people thanks to the combination of single beds and a French double bed. An intermediate option with an extra bed offers a good balance of space and flexibility for families or small groups visiting La Spezia.
At 24 square metres, this is the largest room in the property, able to accommodate up to four people. It combines two single beds with a French double bed, making it particularly suitable for families or small groups who want to share the same space without giving up comfort.
An 18-square-metre room that accommodates up to three people thanks to the combination of a single bed and a French double bed. The private bathroom with shower and bidet makes it a practical solution for a couple with one extra guest.
More compact than the Double/Twin Room but with the same capacity of up to four guests, this 16-square-metre room adds an extra bed to the base configuration, making it a practical choice for those travelling with family and needing a smaller footprint.
The smallest of the four room types, at 13 square metres and designed for two people. Featuring two single beds, it is the only room in the property without a double bed option, ideal for friends or colleagues travelling together.
Congregazione Suore Figlie di San Francesco di Sales focuses on essential yet well-kept amenities, designed for a practical stay in the heart of La Spezia. Every room features air conditioning, a private bathroom with bathtub or shower, bidet, hairdryer and bed linen, while the marble or tiled flooring and heating ensure comfort in every season.
The property, entirely non-smoking, offers free parking and free WiFi throughout, as well as family rooms for those travelling in groups. The entire unit is located on the ground floor, a useful detail for those who prefer to avoid stairs.
General amenities also include window screens and rooms designed specifically for non-smokers, in line with the property’s choice to remain entirely smoke-free.
The property is located on Via Paverano, in a residential area of La Spezia a short distance from the historic centre and the gulf’s seafront. The neighbourhood is quiet, with small local bars and restaurants such as Enzo di Avanzo and Birreria 88 about a kilometre away, while Osteria delle Spezie is a few minutes’ walk away, at 450 metres.
The city centre, with its main attractions, is easily reachable on foot: the Amedeo Lia Museum is about 1.9 km away, San Giorgio Castle 1.3 km, and the 14th-century Walls 1.5 km. La Spezia Centrale train station is 1.6 km away, a starting point for rail connections to the Cinque Terre and eastern Liguria. The nearest airport, Pisa Galileo Galilei, is about 64 km away, just under an hour by car.
La Spezia is a great base for exploring the Gulf of Poets and the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage site reachable by train in just a few minutes. In summer, Cantun and Persico beaches, both about 3.5 km away, offer a seaside alternative without straying too far from the city. In cooler months, visitors can instead explore the Technical Naval Museum, less than a kilometre away, or stroll through the Viale Mazzini public gardens and Parco delle Clarisse, both just over a kilometre from the property.
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Reviews particularly praise the cleanliness (9.8) and staff (9.7), followed by highly appreciated comfort (9.7). The value for money scores an excellent 9.5, while the location, rated 8.4, remains the slightly weaker point compared to the rest.
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No, Congregazione Suore Figlie di San Francesco di Sales does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Congregazione Suore Figlie di San Francesco di Sales offers free private parking to guests.
Yes, all rooms at Congregazione Suore Figlie di San Francesco di Sales have a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer.
Congregazione Suore Figlie di San Francesco di Sales is about 1.3 km from San Giorgio Castle and 1.9 km from the Amedeo Lia Museum, both in the historic centre of La Spezia.
Yes, Congregazione Suore Figlie di San Francesco di Sales welcomes children of all ages and offers family rooms, although it does not provide cots or extra beds.
No, Congregazione Suore Figlie di San Francesco di Sales does not include breakfast among its services.
