Family-run guest house in Corniglia, in the heart of the Cinque Terre, with sea-view rooms just steps from the beach and the National Park trail.
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La Lanterna is a guest house in Corniglia, in the Cinque Terre, just 200 metres from the village beach and 150 metres from the entrance to the Cinque Terre National Park. The entirely non-smoking property occupies a typical building of the village and offers six room types, all with sea views.
The rooms vary in size and amenities: from the Triple Room with shared bathroom, designed for small groups, to the Double Rooms with private bathroom, some with independent entrance or bathtub, up to the Double Room with shared bathroom for those seeking a more budget-friendly option. Every room includes a wardrobe, electric kettle, bed linen and towels, in line with the simple and well-kept style typical of guest houses in the Cinque Terre.
Location is the property’s strong point: recent guests have rated it 9.1, and couples travelling together give it as much as 9.3. Corniglia railway station is 750 metres away, convenient for reaching Vernazza, Manarola and the other villages of the park, while Pisa airport is 108 km away.
La Lanterna offers six room types, all facing the sea and furnished in the simple style typical of the village’s houses. The Triple Room, designed for groups of three, has three single beds and a shared bathroom with bathtub, shower and bidet. The four Double Rooms instead offer a large double bed and private bathroom: two have an independent entrance, while another is furnished with a small sofa and a fourth has a bathtub in addition to the shower.
Those seeking a more budget-friendly option can choose the Double Room with shared bathroom, which also has a bathtub and independent heating. All rooms include a wardrobe, electric kettle, bed linen and towels, for a practical stay just steps from the sea.
With three single beds, the Triple Room is the ideal solution for groups of friends or families with several children. The bathroom is shared and equipped with bathtub, shower and bidet, while the sea view and electric kettle complete a room designed for practicality more than intimacy.
This Double Room stands out for the small sofa furnishing the space, useful for those wanting a relaxation corner in addition to the large double bed. The bathroom is private, with shower, bidet and hairdryer, and the sea view accompanies the stay for up to three people.
With an independent entrance, this Double Room guarantees greater autonomy compared to the other room types in the property. The private bathroom with shower, bidet and hairdryer, and the sea view make it suitable for two people seeking peace and quiet.
Very similar to the previous one in terms of amenities, this Double Room also has an independent entrance and private bathroom with shower and bidet, but occupies a different corner of the property, with its own sea view and electric kettle available to guests.
The only one among the Double Rooms to offer a bathtub in addition to the shower, this room is designed for those who want to enjoy an extra moment of relaxation. The bathroom remains private and the sea view accompanies the stay for two people.
Designed for those travelling on a tighter budget, this Double Room has a shared bathroom with bathtub, shower and bidet. Heating, wardrobe and sea view are still guaranteed, for an essential yet comfortable stay for up to three people.
The interiors of La Lanterna focus on simplicity and attention to detail typical of guest houses in the Cinque Terre. Rooms are equipped with wardrobe or closet, bed linen, towels, electric kettle and complimentary toiletries, in addition to bathtub or shower, bidet, toilet and hairdryer in private or shared bathrooms. The sea view is a constant across all room types.
On a general level, the property offers luggage storage, heating and a fan, as well as rooms designed for larger families thanks to the availability of accommodations with multiple beds. The entire building is non-smoking, with fire extinguishers and smoke alarms installed for guest safety, and an invoice can be requested on demand for those travelling for business.
Corniglia is the smallest and one of the most characteristic villages of the Cinque Terre, perched on a promontory overlooking the sea and without direct car access to the historic centre. La Lanterna is located on Via della Marina, just 200 metres from Corniglia Beach and 150 metres from the entrance to the Cinque Terre National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site together with the surrounding coast. The village retains narrow alleys, vine-covered terraces and a view opening onto the Ligurian Sea, in a setting that remains authentic even during the busiest summer months.
For getting around, Corniglia railway station is about 750 metres away and connects in just a few minutes to the other villages of the Cinque Terre: Manarola can be reached via its station 2.4 km away, while Vernazza Beach is 2.6 km away. In the immediate vicinity of the property, about 50 metres away, are several typical bars and restaurants such as Bar Nunzio, Il Buongustaio-Cucina Casalinga and Bar Terza Terra. Those arriving by car can leave it in the car parks outside the village, while Pisa Galileo Galilei airport, the closest, is 108 km away.
The Cinque Terre National Park, just steps from the property, offers scenic trails connecting the five villages, best walked in spring and autumn when temperatures are milder. In summer, the proximity to the sea allows guests to walk to Corniglia Beach for a swim, while in the winter months the village is well suited to quiet walks among the alleys and vine terraces, away from mass tourism. Boat excursions to Vernazza, Monterosso and Riomaggiore are a popular activity in the warmer season, as are local wine tastings in the terrace cellars.
Guests particularly praise the location, rated 9.1, and staff helpfulness, with a score of 8.4. Cleanliness and comfort remain solid (8 and 7.9), while facilities and value for money, though positive, receive somewhat lower ratings, around 7.2-7.3, in keeping with the simplicity of a village guest house.
La Lanterna is located on Via della Marina, in Corniglia, about 200 metres from the village beach and 150 metres from the entrance to the Cinque Terre National Park.
No, La Lanterna does not allow pets.
The property does not offer its own parking; guests arriving by car must use the car parks located outside the village of Corniglia.
Yes, all six room types available at La Lanterna offer a sea view.
Check-in at La Lanterna is possible from 15:00 to 18:00, while check-out must be completed between 08:00 and 10:00.
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La Lanterna has a Triple Room with three single beds and a shared bathroom, suitable for groups or families of up to three people.
