Family-run guest house in the heart of Manarola, in the Cinque Terre, with sea views and views over the village's alleys, just steps from the sea and the scenic trails.
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Il Bordone is a non-smoking guest house located in Manarola, one of the five villages of the Cinque Terre, just a few metres from the railway station and the village centre. The property offers free WiFi throughout and rooms with views over the town and the surrounding hills.
The rooms, all with a private bathroom fitted with a bidet and toiletries, are air-conditioned and furnished with a flat-screen TV and an electric kettle; some room types feature a private patio where guests can enjoy the view. Bed linen and towels are always included, a detail that makes the stay practical from the very first moment.
The location is one of the most appreciated strengths: Riomaggiore’s sea is about 2.1 km away, while restaurants and bars are literally a few steps from the entrance. It’s a suitable choice for couples and travellers looking for an authentic base to explore the trails and villages of the Cinque Terre, away from the more touristy atmosphere of other parts of the coast.
Il Bordone offers three room types, all featuring a private bathroom with bidet and toiletries, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and an electric kettle for tea and coffee. The windows offer glimpses of the town, the hills and the village’s points of interest, while bed linen and towels are always provided at no extra cost.
The Single Room with Private Bathroom, at 16 sqm, is designed for solo travellers looking for a compact but functional space, with an independent entrance. The two Double Rooms with Private Bathroom, both 23 sqm with a large double bed, stand out for their private patio: a small outdoor space ideal for enjoying the view in peace, which the single room does not have. The choice between the two double rooms mainly depends on availability at the time, as they are very similar in features and size.
The smallest and cosiest of Il Bordone’s rooms, designed for solo travellers. It has a private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, an independent entrance and views over the surrounding mountains. At 16 sqm it is the most compact room type in the property, but it still features air conditioning and an electric kettle for tea and coffee.
Larger than the single room, this 23 sqm double room is furnished with a large double bed and features a safe, a detail not found in the single room. The private bathroom includes a shower, bidet and toiletries, while the windows offer views over the mountains and the village.
A twin of the previous double room in terms of size and features, this room stands out for its private patio, a cosy outdoor space to have breakfast or relax while looking at the hills. A private bathroom with shower and bidet, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV complete the offer.
Il Bordone focuses on essential but well-cared-for comforts: all rooms are air-conditioned, feature a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries, a hairdryer and bed linen always included. WiFi is free throughout the property, an aspect highly appreciated by guests, as confirmed by the review scores.
Each room has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, an electric kettle for tea and coffee, and a fridge, making the stay self-sufficient even for longer periods. The independent entrance available in several rooms allows guests to manage their schedules and movements with more freedom than in a traditional hotel property.
Management is entirely non-smoking, with private check-in and check-out that favour a direct and personal relationship with the staff, an element that receives an almost perfect score in reviews. Heating is available for the colder months, while the views over the town, the mountains and the points of interest enrich the stay experience.
Il Bordone is located in the heart of Manarola, one of the most photographed villages of the Cinque Terre, perched on the rock above the sea. The property is just a stone’s throw from the village’s railway station, only 350 metres away, and a few metres from bars and restaurants such as Bar Corbani and La Regina di Manarola, both about 30 metres from the entrance.
Riomaggiore’s beach can be reached with a walk of about 2.1 km, while the Cinque Terre National Park, which protects the famous terraces overlooking the sea, extends just over 1.4 km from the property. La Spezia, with its central station and city museums such as the Amedeo Lia Museum and the San Giorgio Castle, is about 7 km away, easily reachable by train along the Cinque Terre line. Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport is about 70 km away.
From here it’s easy to walk along the famous Sentiero Azzurro connecting the five villages, particularly beautiful in spring and autumn when the heat is less intense. In summer the area comes alive with swimming in the small rocky inlets and boat trips along the coast, while in the cooler months walks among the terraced vineyards and tastings of local wine, such as Sciacchetrà, offer a more authentic and less crowded experience of the village.
Reviews particularly praise the staff, rated almost at the maximum, and the cleanliness of the rooms. The central location in the village is also highly appreciated, ideal for couples, while the value for money, although excellent, receives the lowest score among the categories evaluated.
No, Il Bordone – guest house in Manarola, Cinque Terre does not allow pets during the stay.
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No, Il Bordone – guest house in Manarola, Cinque Terre does not allow children and does not provide cots or extra beds.
Riomaggiore’s beach is about 2.1 km from Il Bordone – guest house in Manarola, Cinque Terre, reachable on foot or by train.
Yes, Il Bordone – guest house in Manarola, Cinque Terre offers free WiFi throughout the property, rated with a perfect score by guests.
Yes, all rooms at Il Bordone – guest house in Manarola, Cinque Terre have a private bathroom with bidet, shower and toiletries.
No, Il Bordone – guest house in Manarola, Cinque Terre is an entirely non-smoking property, including the rooms.
