Informal bed and breakfast in the hinterland of Rapallo, with accommodations ranging from dormitory beds to a holiday home, shared kitchen, garden and pets allowed.
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@gatetothewild is an informally run bed and breakfast in Coreglia Ligure, a small village in the hinterland of Rapallo, in Liguria, offering very different types of accommodation, from a dormitory bed to a holiday home for eight people.
The accommodations share a garden, a common room with a TV area and a well-equipped shared kitchen, where guests can cook on their own using a stovetop, oven and refrigerator. Some rooms have a terrace or outdoor dining area with views of the surrounding mountains, a private kitchen or a private bathroom, while others share bathroom facilities with the rest of the property, in a style closer to a hostel or an organized campsite.
The property is designed for a diverse audience: solo travellers looking for budget-friendly solutions, groups of friends, families with pets, and anyone wanting a simple base to explore the Ligurian hinterland and the coast between Rapallo and Portofino, while staying connected thanks to the free WiFi available throughout the property.
The accommodations at @gatetothewild cover a wide range of needs, from a single dormitory bed to a glamping tent with a futon, up to classic double rooms and the spacious 110 sqm Holiday Home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Many units share bathroom facilities and the common kitchen, while some, such as the Double Room with Private Bathroom, offer a private bathroom with shower and hairdryer.
A common feature across several room types is the view of the mountains surrounding the village, often accompanied by outdoor dining areas, barbecues and a coffee machine. Sizes vary widely, from the 8 sqm Mobile Home to the 110 sqm Holiday Home, as does capacity, ranging from a single guest up to eight people in a single accommodation, making the property suitable both for solo travellers and large groups.
At 32 sqm, this is among the largest accommodations at the property. It has a private kitchen with stovetop, oven and refrigerator, independent entrance and a terrace with mountain views. The bathroom with shower is shared with other guests.
A compact room with two separate single beds, designed for those who prefer not to share a bed. It has access to the common kitchen and a dining area, with a shared bathroom featuring a shower and hairdryer.
The smallest of the independent accommodations, with a private entrance and an outdoor dining area overlooking the mountains. The bathroom with shower and hairdryer is shared with other guests at the property.
A single bed within a dormitory shared by six people, with a dryer, stovetop and mountain views. It is the most affordable option at the property, designed for solo travellers.
The largest and most private accommodation at @gatetothewild, with 110 sqm spread across three separate bedrooms and two bathrooms with shower. It has a living room, dining area, full kitchen with oven and a terrace with mountain views, and is the only accommodation designed to host up to eight people in a single unit.
A double room with a living area and an outdoor dining area overlooking the surrounding mountains. The kitchen is shared and the bathroom with shower and hairdryer is shared with other guests.
This is the only double room at the property with a private bathroom, featuring a shower and hairdryer. It has a living area, a coffee machine and an extra single bed, making it suitable for a third guest as well.
A glamping-style accommodation with four futons, private entrance and an outdoor dining area with barbecue and mountain views. The bathroom with shower and hairdryer is shared with the rest of the property.
@gatetothewild focuses on simple, convivial hospitality, with shared spaces designed to encourage communal living among guests. The garden and common room with TV area are available to everyone, as is the common kitchen, where guests can cook for themselves during their stay.
Free WiFi is guaranteed throughout the property, along with internet access in the common areas, a useful detail for those working remotely or wanting to stay in touch during excursions into the Ligurian hinterland. Heating is provided during the colder months and all rooms are non-smoking.
The property is also designed for families, with family rooms available and pets allowed, although a surcharge may apply. An invoice for the stay can be provided upon request. There is no restaurant service or on-site parking, in keeping with the property’s informal, convivial style.
Coreglia Ligure is a small village in the Ligurian hinterland, behind the coast between Rapallo and Portofino, set in a landscape of hills and woods that offers direct contact with nature compared to the more crowded seaside resorts. @gatetothewild is located here, on Via Dezerega, in a quiet area where the garden and common spaces of the property blend with the surrounding rural setting.
For transport links, Rapallo railway station is about 4.9 km away, while Santa Margherita Ligure – Portofino station is about 6 km away; Genoa-Sestri Airport can be reached in about 30 km. Within a 2 km radius there are several useful addresses for meals, such as the restaurants Bella Napoli and Da Monica and the bar Ciminiera di Andreoni Fabio, all about 1-1.4 km from the property.
Guests staying at @gatetothewild can spend their days exploring the villages and historic sites of the hinterland, such as the Castle about 5 km away and the Abbey of San Girolamo la Cervara about 9 km away, or reach the Magic Flute Park, about 6 km away, ideal for families with children. In high season, about 10 km away lies Portofino, with the famous Castello Brown, and, a bit further by sea, the Abbey of San Fruttuoso, a classic destination for those visiting this stretch of the Ligurian coast.
Reviews particularly praise the staff’s hospitality, rated 9.6, and the value for money (8.6). Cleanliness and location remain solid, while comfort and WiFi connection receive slightly lower ratings, consistent with the property’s informal, convivial style.
Yes, @gatetothewild allows pets, although a surcharge may apply depending on the accommodation chosen.
No, @gatetothewild does not offer free on-site parking; we recommend checking the parking options available in the village of Coreglia Ligure.
Check-in at @gatetothewild is possible from 15:00 to 22:00, while check-out must be done between 08:00 and 11:00.
Yes, @gatetothewild offers free WiFi in all areas of the property.
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@gatetothewild offers a wide variety of accommodations, from a dormitory bed and a tent with futon to double rooms and the 110 sqm Holiday Home for 8 people, each with different features in terms of space and amenities.
No, @gatetothewild does not include breakfast in the price of the stay; guests can use the common kitchen or the private kitchens available in some accommodations.
