Family-run hotel since 1921 in the hills of La Spezia, with free parking, buffet breakfast and direct access to the CAI trail to the Cinque Terre.
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Hotel Nella is a 3-star family-run hotel operating since 1921, located in the hills of the Ligurian countryside a few kilometers from the center of La Spezia. The property sits at the entrance to the Italian Alpine Club trail that connects Portovenere to the Cinque Terre, a detail that makes it a natural base for those who want to walk between the Ligurian villages without giving up a family-style service.
The accommodations are air-conditioned, equipped with free WiFi and flat-screen TV, and include options for singles, couples, families and small groups, from the Single Room to the Classic Quadruple Room. Every morning a buffet breakfast is served with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, while restaurants such as La Gira and Per Dire are just steps away.
Guests have access to free private parking, tourist information on maps and public transport, and a reception service that reviews describe as friendly. The location, particularly appreciated by couples, makes it possible to reach La Spezia and the ferry connections to the Cinque Terre without straying too far from the quiet of the countryside.
The rooms at Hotel Nella cover a wide range of needs, from the Single Room designed for solo travelers to the Classic Quadruple Room suited to families or small groups, along with double, twin and triple options. All room types are air-conditioned and feature a private bathroom and flat-screen TV, elements that remain constant regardless of the chosen size, ranging from 10 to 22 square meters.
Those looking for a budget-friendly option can choose the Economy Double/Twin Room, more compact but complete with essential amenities, while families will find richer features in the Classic Quadruple Room, such as a wardrobe, safe, sofa and garden view. Several rooms enjoy a garden or inner courtyard view, a distinctive feature linked to the property’s hillside position, set amid the greenery of the Ligurian countryside.
The most compact of Hotel Nella’s rooms, designed for solo travelers. Air-conditioned, with a private bathroom and flat-screen TV, it offers the essentials for a practical stay just steps from the CAI trail.
A room for two with a flexible configuration: a large double bed or two single beds. Larger than the Single Room, it enjoys a garden or inner courtyard view depending on the assigned unit.
At 20 sqm, this is one of the most spacious rooms in the property, designed for three people with two possible bed configurations. It features a balcony, a detail that sets it apart from other room types with the same capacity.
A solution designed for those on a tighter budget, with a smaller en-suite bathroom that still includes all essential amenities, air conditioning included. Compared to the standard Double Room, this is the most economical of the double rooms.
The largest in the range, at 22 sqm with capacity for four guests. The only room to offer a wardrobe, safe and sofa, in addition to a private bathroom with shower, bidet and garden view: the ideal choice for families or small groups.
Hotel Nella offers free private parking, a valuable advantage for those arriving by car who want to move comfortably between La Spezia and the Cinque Terre. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, internet connection and a private bathroom with toiletries, hairdryer and bathtub or shower depending on the room type.
Among the general facilities, the garden, sun terrace and picnic area stand out, spaces that make the most of the property’s hillside position, along with bicycle rental, excursions and hiking for those who want to explore the CAI trail toward Portovenere. A shuttle service is also available, useful for those traveling without their own car.
On the dining side, an in-house bar is available along with the option of breakfast in the room, while services such as laundry, ironing and luggage storage complete an offering designed to make the stay practical even for families and small groups, thanks also to the availability of family rooms.
Hotel Nella is located in the hills of the Ligurian countryside, on Via Genova 591, in a residential area that combines the quiet of nature with proximity to the city. Just a few meters from the property, only 40 and 50 meters away, there are already some places to eat such as La Gira, Per Dire and Hosteria Bertolini, a sign of a lively neighborhood despite its more rural atmosphere compared to the city center.
La Spezia Centrale train station is about 2.6 km away, while La Spezia Migliarina train station is 4.2 km away: both make it easy to reach the ferry connections to the Cinque Terre. The historic center, with its 14th-century walls and historic gates such as Porta Castellazzo and Porta Isolabella, can be reached in about 2-3 km, as can the Amedeo Lia Museum and San Giorgio Castle, both just over 3 km away. The nearest airport is Pisa Galileo Galilei, 68 km away.
The area’s main strength, however, is direct access to the Italian Alpine Club trail connecting Portovenere to the Cinque Terre, ideal in spring and autumn for those who want to walk between the villages without the summer heat. In summer, the area is well suited to days combining sea and trekking, while in winter it remains easily accessible for visiting La Spezia’s historic center, its museums and city walls at a more relaxed pace.
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Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated 9.5, and the free WiFi at 9.1, a sign of a warmly appreciated family-style welcome. Cleanliness and comfort remain at good levels, while value for money and location, though solid, receive the more modest scores.
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No, Hotel Nella does not allow pets during your stay.
Yes, Hotel Nella has free private parking reserved for guests of the property.
Yes, Hotel Nella includes a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
Hotel Nella is located at the entrance to the Italian Alpine Club trail connecting Portovenere to the Cinque Terre, with ferry connections available from La Spezia, about 3 km away.
Yes, Hotel Nella has family rooms such as the Classic Quadruple Room, suitable for up to 4 people, and welcomes children of all ages.
No, Hotel Nella does not require a security deposit, but a photo ID and a credit card must be shown at check-in.
