Historic hotel in the heart of La Spezia, just steps from the train station and the port, with organic breakfast, free bicycles and air-conditioned rooms for every kind of trip.
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Hotel Firenze e Continentale is a 4-star property housed in a renovated historic building in the centre of La Spezia, just 50 metres from La Spezia Centrale train station, from which trains depart for the Cinque Terre National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The nine room types, all air-conditioned and with private bathroom, range from the compact Basic Single Room to the Deluxe Suite with separate living area, passing through options with a whirlpool tub, balcony or sitting area. Many units feature a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and a flat-screen satellite TV, making the property suitable for solo travellers, couples and families.
The buffet breakfast, served daily with locally produced organic food, offers continental, Italian, vegetarian, gluten-free and American options. WiFi is free throughout the property, while from April to October the hotel provides free bicycles to reach the port, a 15-minute walk away, from where boats depart for the Ligurian coast. Private garage and paid parking are also available on request.
Hotel Firenze e Continentale offers nine room types, from the Basic Single designed for solo travellers to the Deluxe Suite with separate living area, through the Comfort, Superior, Economy and Deluxe versions designed for couples or small groups. All rooms are air-conditioned, feature a private bathroom and TV, and most include a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities.
The main differences concern size, ranging from 12 sqm for the Single to 25.5 sqm for the Suite, and some distinctive features: one room has a whirlpool tub, others offer a balcony or a sitting area with a sofa bed. The Junior Suite, Suite and Deluxe Suite have separate living areas, ideal for those wanting more space and privacy than the classic rooms.
At 16 sqm, this is the most compact room among the flexible double/twin configurations. It features a flat-screen satellite TV, safe and private bathroom with toiletries and hairdryer; the bed configuration must be specified at the time of booking.
Larger than the Comfort, this 19 sqm room accommodates up to three people thanks to the combination of a double bed and a single bed. The private bathroom is enhanced with bathrobes and slippers, while the room includes a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities.
The largest of the standard rooms, with 25.5 sqm split between a living area with sofa and a separate sleeping area. It is the only room type in this range with a whirlpool bathtub, as well as a minibar and tea and coffee making facilities.
The most basic option in the range, designed for those seeking functionality without giving up a full private bathroom with shower and bidet. Featuring air conditioning and satellite TV, it is among the most compact rooms in the hotel at 14 sqm.
Compared to the Economy, the Deluxe gains a few extra square metres (17 sqm) and a bathroom with walk-in shower, plus bathrobes, minibar and tea and coffee making facilities. A good compromise between space and amenities for those who don’t need the Suite’s living area.
With 22 sqm and a bedroom separate from the rest of the space, the Junior Suite is designed for travelling parties of three. The bathroom has a shower and bidet, while the room includes a minibar, safe and tea and coffee making facilities.
The only room type designed for a single guest, with 12 sqm and a single bed. The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet and toiletries, while the air-conditioned room features a minibar, wardrobe and safe.
A variant of the Deluxe with the addition of a balcony, the only outdoor feature among the available rooms. The private bathroom has a walk-in shower, bidet and bathrobes, while the room offers air conditioning, minibar and tea and coffee making facilities.
Hotel Firenze e Continentale offers a range of services designed to make both business and leisure stays easy. The reception is staffed 24 hours a day and staff can handle luggage storage, concierge service and excursion bookings through the dedicated desk. Family rooms and the lift make the property suitable for guests travelling with children or with reduced mobility.
Guests also have access to a laundry service, daily housekeeping and an airport shuttle on request. For meals beyond breakfast, the hotel has a restaurant, a bar and the option of breakfast served directly in the room, plus a small snack bar for more informal moments.
Every room is air-conditioned and connected to the internet via free WiFi, with satellite TV and a telephone. From April to October, free bicycles are available to get around the city independently, while a private garage and parking can be booked for an additional cost.
Hotel Firenze e Continentale occupies a historic building in the centre of La Spezia, just steps from the ancient 14th-century walls and a short distance from the city’s main points of interest. The area around the station is lively and well served, with bars, coffee shops and restaurants just metres from the entrance, including Terminus Café just 7 metres away and Ristorante Roma 30 metres away.
La Spezia Centrale station is 150 metres away, convenient for reaching the Cinque Terre National Park by train, while the city’s port, the departure point for boats along the Ligurian coast, is about a 15-minute walk. The Amedeo Lia Museum is 450 metres away and Castello San Giorgio 700 metres away; for those arriving by air, Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport is about 65 km away.
From April to October the hotel provides free bicycles, ideal for exploring the historic centre or heading towards Parco delle Clarisse and the Viale Mazzini seafront. In summer, the beaches of Persico and Cantun, about 5 km away, can be reached by car or by boat from the port, while in the cooler months the city is well suited to walks among historic sites such as Porta Isolabella and the Monument to Garibaldi, both just over a kilometre from the hotel.
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Reviews particularly praise the location, with a score of 9.5, and the staff, rated 9.2. Cleanliness and comfort are also highly appreciated, both above 8.8. The value for money, while still good at 8.3, is the relatively lowest-scoring category among those rated.
Yes, Hotel Firenze e Continentale accepts pets, with a possible surcharge to cover the service.
Hotel Firenze e Continentale is about 150 metres from La Spezia Centrale station, from which trains depart for the Cinque Terre National Park.
Yes, Hotel Firenze e Continentale offers free WiFi throughout the property.
Hotel Firenze e Continentale offers the option to book a private garage or parking, both available for an additional cost.
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At Hotel Firenze e Continentale the minimum age required for check-in is 18 years.
Yes, Hotel Firenze e Continentale prepares a buffet breakfast every day with locally produced organic food, offering continental, Italian, vegetarian and gluten-free options.
