4-star hotel overlooking the Bay of Lerici, in San Terenzo, with a panoramic terrace, private beach access and air-conditioned sea-view rooms.
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Hotel San Terenzo is a 4-star property set in a dominant position over the Bay of Lerici, right in front of the village of San Terenzo with its fifteenth-century castle. The building overlooks the Gulf of Poets and offers guests a panoramic terrace facing the Ligurian Sea, as well as free private parking about 700 metres away.
The rooms, all air-conditioned and covered by free WiFi, are furnished with a minibar and satellite TV; several room types also feature a balcony and sea view, while sizes range from about 17 to 21 square metres. The reception remains staffed 24 hours a day and also offers boat and dinghy rental for those who want to explore the coast independently.
Breakfast, served in the ground-floor restaurant under separate management, includes continental, Italian, vegetarian and gluten-free options, with the possibility of half board or full board. Near the hotel is a beach with private access, and public transport connections are convenient thanks to bus stops right outside the entrance. Ferries to the Cinque Terre and Portovenere also depart from the Bay of Lerici, making the property a good base for exploring the La Spezia coast.
Hotel San Terenzo offers eight room types, all air-conditioned, with private bathroom, minibar and satellite TV, ranging in size from 17 to 21 square metres. Several options are designed for different guest configurations, from the classic double room to the triple with an added single bed, up to versions for solo travellers with a large double bed.
What sets the range apart above all are the views: some rooms overlook the Gulf of Poets with a balcony and patio, others look directly onto the Ligurian Sea, while the room types without a view are cosier and designed for an essential stay. The Queen Room with Sea View stands out for its bathroom with shower, bidet and a full set of toiletries, plus a safe and wardrobe, while some rooms feature dedicated soundproofing for a quieter rest.
Spacious air-conditioned room with a balcony overlooking the Gulf of Poets, among the largest of the sea-view range. Featuring air conditioning, free WiFi, satellite TV and a minibar, it combines comfort with a panoramic view of the bay.
Room designed for three people, with a single bed added to the large double. Without a sea view, it still offers air conditioning, free WiFi, satellite TV and a minibar, plus soundproofing for a quieter rest.
Standard double room without a sea view, the same size as the Triple but designed for two guests. Air-conditioned and soundproofed, with free WiFi, satellite TV and a minibar, ideal for those seeking simplicity and quiet.
Sea-view version of the Triple Room, with a balcony overlooking the Ligurian Sea. Suitable for three people thanks to the single bed paired with the large double, it retains air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar and free WiFi.
Designed for the solo traveller, this room combines a balcony and view over the Gulf of Poets with an outdoor patio, keeping the same climate control and technology as the other sea-view room types, but with a rate dedicated to a single guest.
The most compact room in the property, at 17 sqm, designed for those travelling alone and not needing a sea view. Air-conditioned and soundproofed, it offers free WiFi, satellite TV and a minibar in a functional space.
The largest room in the hotel, at 21 sqm, with a flexible configuration: extra-large double bed or two single beds. The only room type to offer a bathroom with shower, bidet and a full set of toiletries, plus a safe and wardrobe, always with a sea view.
Hotel San Terenzo offers a 24-hour reception with concierge service, private check-in and check-out and luggage storage, as well as daily housekeeping and room service. Among its strengths are the beachfront location, the beach with private access, the sun terrace and the shuttle service, useful for those who want to move around the bay without worries.
For leisure time, cycling tours, hiking, canoeing and the possibility of snorkelling and scuba diving are available, while a golf course can be found within a few kilometres. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a safe, an iron and free WiFi connection, with several soundproofed options for a quieter rest.
The property also pays attention to accessibility, with rooms and facilities for disabled guests, wheelchair access, a lift and a WC with grab rails. Finally, breakfast in the room and wine or champagne on request are also available.
Hotel San Terenzo is set in a dominant position over the Bay of Lerici, right in the village of San Terenzo, recognisable for its fifteenth-century castle overlooking the fishing town. The area retains the character of an old fishing village, with alleys facing the gulf and a seafront promenade connecting directly to nearby beaches.
Venere Azzurra beach is just 200 metres away, while San Terenzo beach can be reached in about 250 metres; Cristobal restaurant is just 30 metres from the hotel. Bus stops are right outside the property, and those arriving by train can rely on Arcola station, about 4.2 km away. The most convenient airport is Pisa Galileo Galilei, 58 km away.
Seasonal ferries to the Cinque Terre and Portovenere depart from the Bay of Lerici, an ideal destination in the summer months for those who want to explore the La Spezia coast without a car. Inland, about 4 km away, is the Oasi Verde adventure park, while history lovers can visit the Val di Locchi Battery, also just a few minutes away. The town of La Spezia, with the San Giorgio Castle and the Amedeo Lia Museum, is about 7 km away and easily reached for a day dedicated to museums and culture, while in the low season the area offers a slower pace, ideal for walks along the gulf.
Guests especially praise the location, rated 9.7, and the staff, with a score of 9.5, followed by comfort and cleanliness above 9. The value for money remains solid at 8.6, while WiFi receives the lowest score, pointing to room for improvement on the connection.
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No, Hotel San Terenzo does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Hotel San Terenzo offers free private parking, located about 700 metres from the property.
Breakfast at Hotel San Terenzo, available in continental, Italian, vegetarian, gluten-free and buffet variants, is served in the ground-floor restaurant under separate management; half board or full board can also be requested.
The minimum age required to check in at Hotel San Terenzo is 18.
Yes, Hotel San Terenzo is located beachfront, with Venere Azzurra beach about 200 metres away and a beach with private access near the property.
From the Bay of Lerici, near Hotel San Terenzo, you can take a seasonal ferry that connects directly to the Cinque Terre and Portovenere.
