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Family-run guest house in the historic centre of Monterosso al Mare, 100 metres from the beach, with air-conditioned, soundproofed rooms and free WiFi throughout the property.

Locanda A Cà Du Gigante is a B&B in the centre of Monterosso al Mare, a few steps from the beach and the train station, with air-conditioned rooms and sea views.
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Locanda A Cà Du Gigante is a bed and breakfast overlooking the Ligurian Sea in the centre of the Cinque Terre, in Monterosso al Mare, just a few metres from Il Gigante beach.
The property offers air-conditioned rooms and independent studios, spread between the main building and a nearby annexe. All accommodations feature a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries, as well as satellite TV; some rooms offer a sea view, balcony or terrace, while the studio in the separate building includes a kitchenette and two private balconies on two levels. Suitable for couples, families and small groups thanks to the variety of available bed configurations.
Breakfast is served in the indoor dining room or in the outdoor garden, with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. Il Gigante beach is just 50 metres away and offers free beach towels to guests. Monterosso train station is 400 metres away, convenient for reaching the other villages of the Cinque Terre, while Pisa and Genoa airports are about an hour and a half away by car.

Locanda A Cà Du Gigante offers eight types of accommodation, ranging from 25 to 35 square metres, spread between the main building and a nearby annexe. All rooms are air-conditioned and feature a private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and toiletries, along with satellite TV and a coffee machine in the room.
The options vary in bed configuration, capacity and view: from the Double/Twin Room with interchangeable single beds, designed for two people, to the Quadruple Room in the annexe with a bunk bed for families, up to the Triple Rooms with sea view or private terrace. The Studio in the separate building, the largest at 35 sqm, offers two balconies, a kitchenette and a raised sleeping area, ideal for those seeking greater independence during their stay in Monterosso al Mare.
Air-conditioned room on the main floor, among the most flexible in the property thanks to the option of choosing between a double bed or two single beds at the time of booking. It features a private bathroom with hairdryer and toiletries, satellite TV, coffee machine and minibar.
Room equipped with a sofa bed in addition to the double bed, designed to accommodate more people than the standard Double/Twin Room. A private bathroom with toiletries, satellite TV, coffee machine and minibar complete the amenities.
Located in the annexe on the 2nd floor of a building without an elevator, it is the only room with a bunk bed, designed for families of up to 4 people. It overlooks the garden and offers a private bathroom with toiletries; WiFi is only available in some units of this room type.
The largest accommodation at 35 sqm, located in a separate building and arranged over two levels: a dining/living area on the ground floor with a sofa bed and kitchenette, and a raised sleeping area with a double bed on the upper floor. The only one with two private balconies.
In the annexe on the 2nd floor without an elevator, this room stands out from the other double rooms for its sea view and private terrace. A private bathroom with toiletries and minibar complete the room, with the same bed flexibility as the main room.
Comfort version of the Triple Room, with the addition of a private terrace not present in the standard Triple Room without sea view. Air conditioning, a flat-screen satellite TV and a private bathroom complete the amenities.
Unlike the Triple Comfort Room, this room combines a single bed with the double bed and offers a terrace with a direct sea view, among the most scenic in the property. A flat-screen satellite TV and private bathroom complete the accommodation.
The most essential option in the property, with a double bed, minibar, tea and coffee maker, wardrobe and safe. The private bathroom includes a shower and bidet, while the TV offers satellite channels.
Locanda A Cà Du Gigante offers guests a wide range of services designed for a comfortable stay on the Ligurian Riviera. The rooms feature air conditioning, a safe, a wardrobe or closet and complimentary toiletries, while the property offers a shared terrace, daily housekeeping, luggage storage and room service.
For breakfast, an indoor bar with a tea and coffee maker is available, and breakfast can be served in the room upon request. Internet access is provided via free WiFi, with satellite and pay-per-view channels in all rooms. The property is accessibility-conscious, with rooms for guests with disabilities and wheelchair access, and is entirely non-smoking, with a security alarm and CCTV in common and outdoor areas.
Locanda A Cà Du Gigante is located in the heart of Monterosso al Mare, the westernmost village of the Cinque Terre, on Via IV Novembre, just a few steps from the Fegina seafront and the famous Gigante statue that gives the beach its name. The area, mainly pedestrian, is lively with shops, bars and typical Ligurian restaurants, and retains the authentic atmosphere of the fishing villages protected by the Cinque Terre National Park, which is less than a kilometre away.
Fegina beach is just 150 metres away, while the beach in Monterosso’s old town can be reached in about 800 metres on foot. Monterosso train station, a strategic hub for visiting Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore along the Cinque Terre line, is 350-400 metres from the property. By car, Pisa and Genoa airports can be reached in about an hour and a half, while the village of Vernazza, with its beach and small harbour, is just over 3 km away.
In summer, guests can enjoy the crystal-clear waters of the local beaches or walk part of the famous Sentiero Azzurro (Blue Path), which connects the five villages amid cliffs and vine-covered terraces; in the cooler months, spring and autumn remain ideal for scenic hiking and wine tastings at local cellars, known for Sciacchetrà. A few steps from the inn are also restaurants such as Miky and La Barcaccia, appreciated for local seafood, as well as several wine bars where you can taste Cinque Terre wines.
Guests particularly praise the staff’s hospitality (9.3) and the comfort of the rooms (9.3), as well as cleanliness (9.1) and the central location (9.2). The value for money, while solid (8.4), is the lowest-rated aspect, while free WiFi receives fairly good ratings (7.8).
Yes, Locanda A Cà Du Gigante is just 50 metres from Il Gigante beach in Monterosso al Mare, and provides free beach towels to guests.
No, Locanda A Cà Du Gigante does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Locanda A Cà Du Gigante has private parking on site, but spaces are limited and subject to availability, so it is advisable to book in advance.
Yes, Locanda A Cà Du Gigante serves breakfast in the indoor dining room or in the outdoor garden, with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
Monterosso train station is about 400 metres from Locanda A Cà Du Gigante, convenient for visiting the other Cinque Terre villages by train.
Yes, some room types at Locanda A Cà Du Gigante, such as the Triple Rooms with sea view and the Double Room in the annexe, offer views of the Ligurian Sea with a balcony or terrace.
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