Family-run hotel in a 15th-century building in the centre of Riomaggiore, a few steps from the sea and the Cinque Terre railway station.
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Hotel La Zorza is a one-star property in the heart of Riomaggiore, Liguria, set in a 15th-century building that was once the home of a local sailor. Renovated in 2008, the hotel retains a direct link to the village’s history and sits on Via Colombo, the main street connecting the railway station to the sea.
The four available room types, from the Matrimoniale Economy to the Tripla Basic, all share air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with courtesy set, offering compact solutions suited to short stays and to those visiting the Cinque Terre while travelling light. The limited size, between 10 and 15 sqm, reflects the typical style of Ligurian villages, with essential yet functional spaces.
The location is the most appreciated strength: couples have rated it 9.1, thanks to the proximity to Riomaggiore beach, just 150 metres away, and to the trails of the Cinque Terre National Park. The staff, described as friendly, contribute to an informal welcome in an authentic setting, away from the more touristy stretches of the coast.
The rooms at Hotel La Zorza come in four compact types, designed for those seeking a practical base to explore Riomaggiore and the Cinque Terre without giving up essential comforts. All feature air conditioning, a private bathroom with courtesy set and hairdryer, and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels: amenities that make the stay functional even in the smaller sizes, ranging between 10 and 15 sqm.
The range goes from the Small Double Room, the coziest and overlooking an inner alley, to the Basic Triple Room, able to host up to three people thanks to the combination of a double bed and a single bed. The Standard Double Room, the largest in the range, offers slightly more space than the Economy option, while keeping the same set of amenities. The rooms are spread across several floors of a historic building without a lift, a detail worth considering for those travelling with heavy luggage or with mobility issues.
The largest of the double rooms in the property, with 15 sqm of space. It offers two possible bed configurations, a double bed or two single beds, making it easy to adapt for couples or friends sharing the room. Air-conditioned, with a flat-screen satellite TV and a private bathroom with courtesy set and hairdryer.
A more compact version of the Standard room, with a queen-size double bed and a slightly smaller footprint. It still includes air conditioning, satellite TV and a private bathroom with courtesy set, in a solution designed for those looking for the essentials at a more accessible price.
The smallest of the available room types, with a single window overlooking a back alley and proximity to a bar with nightlife, which can mean some noise. Air-conditioned and with a private bathroom, it remains a practical option for short stays.
The only room designed for groups of three, thanks to the combination of a double bed and a single bed. At 14 sqm, it is among the largest in the property after the Standard room, and comes with a flat-screen satellite TV and a private bathroom.
Hotel La Zorza provides guests with amenities designed for a practical stay in the village of Riomaggiore. All rooms feature a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and complimentary toiletries, as well as bed linen and a desk for those travelling on business.
Overall, the property offers luggage storage, a safe, heating and air conditioning, with non-smoking rooms throughout the building. For dining, there is an on-site bar and in-room minibar service, convenient for a break without leaving the hotel.
On the technology side, every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV and satellite channels, useful for relaxing after excursions along the Cinque Terre trails. Parking is not available, something to keep in mind for those arriving by car, while the proximity to the railway station makes it easy to get around without a vehicle of your own.
Hotel La Zorza is located on Via Colombo, the main street of Riomaggiore connecting the railway station to the sea, in a 15th-century building that was once the home of a local sailor. The village, the first of the five that make up the Cinque Terre when coming from La Spezia, retains a vertical layout of colourful houses set between the rock and the sea, with narrow alleys and steps leading down to the small harbour.
Riomaggiore railway station is just 200 metres away, while Manarola’s station is around 950 metres away: both provide quick connections to the nearby villages and to La Spezia, from where Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport can be reached, about 69 km away. Riomaggiore beach is 150 metres from the hotel, and within a few metres there are several traditional restaurants such as Il Grottino and Osteria Maitè.
The Cinque Terre National Park, 350 metres away, offers the best conditions in spring and autumn for walking the Via dell’Amore and the panoramic trails linking the villages, while in summer the coast comes alive with swimming at the small beaches and boat excursions. La Spezia, about 6 km away, is home to attractions such as San Giorgio Castle and the Amedeo Lia Museum, ideal for a day dedicated to culture away from the coastal trails.
Guests especially praise the location of Hotel La Zorza, rated 9.1 and even more appreciated by couples. Cleanliness and comfort also receive good marks, while amenities and staff remain solid but less outstanding, in keeping with a simple and straightforward property.
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No, Hotel La Zorza does not allow pets during the stay.
No, Hotel La Zorza does not offer parking; we recommend checking public parking options in the village of Riomaggiore.
Hotel La Zorza is about 200 metres from Riomaggiore railway station, an easy walk away.
No, the Hotel La Zorza building does not have a lift, and the rooms are located on the upper floors of the building.
No, Hotel La Zorza does not include breakfast in its rates.
Yes, Hotel La Zorza is located about 150 metres from Riomaggiore beach.
