Guest house in the historic center of La Spezia, a short walk from San Giorgio Castle, with air-conditioned rooms and city views.
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La Siesta 5 terre is a guest house in the heart of La Spezia, in Liguria, located in a 1945 building just 400 meters from San Giorgio Castle. The central location makes it possible to walk to museums, restaurants and the train station, a convenient starting point for reaching the Cinque Terre.
The rooms, all non-smoking and soundproofed, offer a private bathroom with bidet and toiletries, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a coffee machine. Several options have a balcony and city view, a detail much appreciated by guests staying here, especially couples.
The property is designed for those looking for a practical and elegant base to explore La Spezia and the surrounding gulf: the Technical Naval Museum, the Amedeo Lia Museum and the central station are all a few minutes’ walk away, while the nearest sea and beaches are about 5 km away. WiFi is free throughout the property, as is access to the terrace and luggage storage.
The rooms at La Siesta 5 terre share a well-curated basic setup: private bathroom with bidet, shower and toiletries, air conditioning, soundproofed walls, flat-screen TV with streaming services, coffee machine and wardrobe. All offer a city view, a distinctive feature of this property in the historic center of La Spezia.
The three available room types differ mainly in size and the presence of a balcony. The Deluxe Double Room with Shower is the most compact, at 14 sqm and without outdoor space. The Queen Room with Balcony, at 18 sqm, and the King Room with Balcony, the largest at 20 sqm, add a balcony overlooking the city, ideal for those who want to enjoy a few minutes outdoors during their stay. All options accommodate up to two people and are designed primarily for couples visiting the Cinque Terre.
The most compact of the available rooms, at 14 sqm, offers a private bathroom with shower, bidet and toiletries. Air conditioning, soundproofed walls, a tea and coffee set and a city view complete an essential yet well-equipped option, without a balcony.
Larger than the Deluxe, this 18 sqm room introduces a private balcony with a city view, perfect for coffee outdoors. Air-conditioned and equipped with a TV with streaming services, it combines space and an outdoor view.
The most spacious room type in the property, at 20 sqm, keeps the balcony with city view already found in the Queen but offers more breathing room, ideal for those seeking the largest room by size.
La Siesta 5 terre offers guests a shared terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and luggage storage, useful for those arriving or departing outside check-in hours. The building is entirely non-smoking and has an elevator, while access is via keys.
Each room is air-conditioned and soundproofed, with a private bathroom complete with bidet, shower, hairdryer and complimentary bath products. There is also a functional corner with a kettle or coffee machine, refrigerator and desk, designed for those who want a bit of independence during their stay.
On the technology side, all rooms offer a flat-screen TV with access to streaming services such as Netflix and internet access. The combination of city views, air conditioning and soundproofed rooms makes the property a practical choice for those visiting La Spezia and the nearby Cinque Terre.
La Siesta 5 terre is located in the historic center of La Spezia, a short walk from the seafront and the area around San Giorgio Castle, just 300 meters from the property. The area is lively and pedestrian-friendly, dotted with cafés and restaurants such as Il Bocconcino and Officina del Mare, both less than 50 meters away.
Connections to the rest of Liguria are convenient: La Spezia Centrale station is 550 meters away on foot, while Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport is about 65 km away. By car, Fiera di Carrara can be reached in about 30 km. Also just a few steps away are the Amedeo Lia Museum (30 meters) and the Technical Naval Museum (650 meters), both excellent for a cultural morning before heading to the Cinque Terre.
La Spezia is the natural gateway to the Cinque Terre, reachable by train in just a few minutes from the central station: a real advantage for those who want to spend their days in Vernazza, Monterosso or Riomaggiore and return in the evening to a quiet, central base. The nearest beaches, such as Spiaggia del Persico and Spiaggia del Cantun, are about 4.7 km away and are an alternative for those who want to enjoy the gulf’s sea without traveling too far. In summer the area comes alive with outdoor events in the historic center, while in the cooler months walks along the old Mura Trecentesche walls and Parco delle Clarisse offer a good way to discover the city at a relaxed pace.
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Guests particularly praise cleanliness and comfort, both rated 9.8, along with free WiFi with a maximum score. The central location is also highly appreciated, rated 9.8, especially by couples visiting the city and the Cinque Terre.
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No, La Siesta 5 terre does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, La Siesta 5 terre offers free WiFi throughout the property, rated with a maximum score by guests.
La Siesta 5 terre is about 300 meters from San Giorgio Castle, easily reachable on foot.
Some rooms, such as the Queen Room with Balcony and the King Room with Balcony, have a balcony with a city view; the Deluxe Double Room does not include one.
No, La Siesta 5 terre does not require a security deposit at the time of booking or check-in.
No, La Siesta 5 terre does not require a minimum age for check-in.
