Guest house in the historic heart of La Spezia, a short walk from the port for the Cinque Terre, with air-conditioned rooms, panoramic suites and tailored details.
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La Spezia by The First – Luxury Rooms & Suites is a guest house in the historic centre of La Spezia, just a five-minute walk from the port from which ferries depart for the Cinque Terre National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The property offers ten types of rooms and suites, all air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV, iPad, Nespresso machine and electric kettle. The simplest accommodations start at 18 square metres with city or inner courtyard views, while the larger suites exceed 35 square metres and add a terrace, balcony or bathtub, as in the case of the Honeymoon Suite. Breakfast, in continental and American styles, is served at a restaurant nearby.
The central location is one of the features most appreciated by guests, with a score of 8.9 for proximity to monuments, museums and restaurants. La Spezia Centrale railway station is 1.4 km away, while Portovenere can be reached in about 22 minutes by car. The property suits those looking for a convenient base to explore the Cinque Terre without giving up well-kept spaces and privacy.
The rooms and suites at La Spezia by The First share certain fixed features: air conditioning, soundproofing, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, minibar and coffee machine, designed to ensure comfort regardless of the room type chosen. The most compact solutions, from 18 square metres, overlook the city or the inner courtyard and are designed for essential yet well-equipped stays for couples.
Moving up in category, there are Junior Suites and proper suites, which add a balcony or panoramic terrace, an independent entrance and, in some cases, a bathtub or sauna: this is the case with the Honeymoon Suite and the Presidential Suite with Turkish Bath. Sizes grow up to 40 square metres, with bed configurations including extra-large double beds, additional single beds and sofa beds, also suitable for small groups or families with children.
The most compact of the Deluxe rooms, overlooking the rooftops and landmarks of the historic centre. Air-conditioned, with a flat-screen TV and private bathroom, it is the simplest option for those seeking an essential base in the city centre.
The same size as the base Deluxe room but with a concrete extra: a private balcony and terrace to enjoy the city view, ideal for those who don’t want to give up an outdoor outlook even in a compact room.
Slightly larger than the Deluxe rooms, this Junior Suite gains a few extra square metres while retaining the city view and the same essential amenities, a good compromise between space and price.
The only suite in the property with a bathtub, designed for romantic stays. It features a balcony and a separate room, with a bed configuration combining a large double bed with a single bed for a third guest.
Compared to the other Deluxe rooms, this version overlooks the property’s inner courtyard, a more secluded and quieter outlook for those who prefer to avoid street noise while still staying in the heart of the city.
Among the largest accommodations in the property, with a living area separate from the sleeping area and a terrace with city view. The additional sofa bed makes it suitable for families or small groups of up to four people.
Compared to the standard Junior Suite, this version adds a balcony with city view and an extra single bed, comfortably accommodating up to three people.
The Junior Suite in its most intimate version, designed for two people: the same size as the balcony variant but without an outdoor terrace, with an extra-large double bed and independent entrance.
La Spezia by The First provides guests with amenities designed for a practical stay in the city centre. General services include private and express check-in and check-out, elevator, safe, 24-hour security with CCTV cameras and access via key cards, as well as heating and air conditioning throughout the entirely non-smoking property.
Each room has a private bathroom with shower, bidet, hairdryer and toiletries, along with a coffee machine and electric kettle for independent moments of relaxation. There is also a small refreshment corner with minibar, snack bar and the possibility of requesting wine or champagne in the room.
On the technology front, every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, telephone and internet connection, while free WiFi covers the entire property with a score highly appreciated by guests in reviews.
The property is located in the historic heart of La Spezia, in a pedestrian area full of cafés, bars and restaurants just steps from the entrance: Birreria 88 is 100 metres away, and Mistura Fina restaurant is just 40 metres away. The neighbourhood retains an authentic character, with landmarks such as the monument dedicated to Garibaldi 50 metres away and the Technical Naval Museum about 100 metres away, a testament to the city’s maritime heritage.
The port, with ferry connections to the Cinque Terre National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, can be reached on foot in about five minutes. La Spezia Centrale railway station, a hub for Genoa, Pisa and the Cinque Terre itself, is 1.4 km away. By car, Portovenere can be reached in about 22 minutes, while Forte dei Marmi is 47 km away. The nearest airport is Pisa Galileo Galilei, 64 km away.
Those staying here can spend summer days at the area’s beaches, such as Persico or Portovenere, both about 4-5 km away, or on hikes along the trails connecting the villages of the Cinque Terre, particularly busy from spring to October. In winter, the historic centre is well suited to quieter visits to museums such as the Amedeo Lia, 550 metres away, and San Giorgio Castle, 400 metres away, for a taste of local history away from the summer crowds.
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Guests especially praise the central location, with a score of 8.9, and the comfort of the rooms, rated 8.7. Cleanliness and WiFi also score well. The staff score, more modest, suggests a solid experience but with room for improvement in service.
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Yes, La Spezia by The First – Luxury Rooms & Suites accepts pets upon request and free of charge.
No, La Spezia by The First – Luxury Rooms & Suites does not have free on-site parking.
Breakfast, in continental and American styles, is served at a nearby restaurant and is not automatically included in the room rate.
The property is located about a five-minute walk from the port of La Spezia, from which ferries depart for the Cinque Terre National Park.
Yes, all rooms and suites at La Spezia by The First – Luxury Rooms & Suites are air-conditioned.
No, La Spezia by The First – Luxury Rooms & Suites does not require a minimum age for check-in.
