Bed and breakfast in Ortonovo with air-conditioned rooms overlooking the sea or mountains, garden, terrace and a buffet breakfast full of options for every dietary need.
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Locanda Il Monastero is a bed and breakfast in Ortonovo, Liguria, a few kilometres from the Apuan coast and the beaches of Marina di Carrara. The property stands out for its air-conditioned accommodations, many overlooking the sea, and for a particularly complete breakfast, served buffet-style with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
The rooms, all with private bathroom fitted with courtesy set and hairdryer, vary in size and view: some look out over the sea, others over the surrounding mountains, and the largest option is a two-level apartment designed for families or small groups. Every accommodation features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar and independent entrance, a detail that gives guests extra autonomy during their stay.
The common areas include a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge with TV area, ideal for enjoying the Ligurian climate. The location is particularly appreciated by couples, while the free private parking and WiFi throughout the property make life easier for those travelling by car to visit Carrara, Luni and the surrounding coast.
The rooms at Locanda Il Monastero share some basic features: private bathroom with courtesy set and hairdryer, air conditioning, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, minibar and independent entrance, a plus that makes each accommodation more private than a traditional bed and breakfast. The range includes four double rooms of different sizes, from 25 to 55 square metres, and a 60-square-metre two-level apartment with two separate bedrooms, two bathrooms, its own kitchen and living area.
Most of the rooms enjoy sea views, while the Double Room with Private Bathroom and the apartment overlook the inland mountains. The Family Double Room, the largest among the standard room types, is designed to accommodate up to four people thanks to its two extra-large double beds, while the other rooms combine a double bed with a sofa bed to offer flexibility to couples and small groups.
The largest of the standard rooms, at 55 square metres with two extra-large double beds that make it suitable for families or small groups. Private bathroom with shower, bidet and courtesy set, a separate seating area and sea views complete this spacious accommodation.
Designed for accessibility, this 30-square-metre room combines an extra-large double bed with a sofa bed and features a walk-in shower, designed for easier access than the other room types. Sea views and a seating area complete the space.
Slightly larger than the Double Room with Disabled Access, at 35 square metres which leave room for a seating area in addition to the extra-large double bed and sofa bed. Private bathroom with traditional shower and sea views.
The most compact room type, at 25 square metres with a single extra-large double bed, suitable for couples. It is the only standard room with mountain views instead of sea views, along with a wardrobe and a bathroom with shower and bidet.
The only independent two-level accommodation, with 60 square metres spread across two separate bedrooms, two bathrooms, its own kitchen with hob and refrigerator, washing machine and dining area. Ideal for families or groups seeking more autonomy, with mountain views.
Locanda Il Monastero offers common areas designed for relaxation, including a garden, a terrace and a shared lounge with TV area. Private parking is free and available on site, a welcome advantage for those arriving by car along the Apuan coast, while free WiFi is guaranteed throughout the property.
The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, private bathroom with courtesy set, hairdryer and bidet, as well as flat-screen TV with satellite channels and internet connection. The property also pays attention to accessibility, with rooms and facilities for disabled guests, toilets with grab bars and wheelchair access in some areas, although the upper floors can only be reached via stairs.
Breakfast, served buffet-style, offers continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, catering to different dietary needs. The entire property is non-smoking and offers a safe and daily housekeeping.
Locanda Il Monastero is located in the Annunziata hamlet of Ortonovo, a small Ligurian municipality bordering Tuscany, in a quiet residential area just a few hundred metres from the town’s amenities. The setting is typical of the Apuan hinterland, amid cultivated hills and proximity to the sea, with the property enjoying views of both the coastline and the surrounding mountains.
Ristorum restaurant is just 250 metres away, while other venues such as La Bisteccheria and Pizzeria da Mauro are within 2 km. Luni railway station can be reached in about 3.6 km, and Carrara-Avenza station in 5 km, convenient for those travelling without a car. Marina di Carrara beach is about 6 km away, while Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport is 52 km away, about an hour’s drive.
Guests staying here can spend their days exploring the area: Malaspina Castle in Fosdinovo, the ruins of Castrum Ponzanello and Carrara’s museums linked to the marble tradition, such as the Technical Naval Museum and the Amedeo Lia Museum, both about 35 km away. In summer, the Apuan coast with its beaches is the main destination, while in the shoulder seasons visitors can walk the trails towards Passo la Foce, less than 5 km away, or visit natural parks such as Oasi Verde and Parco Wwf Centro Didattico Ronchi, for those who prefer greenery to beaches.
Guests particularly praise the staff, with a score of 9.8, and the cleanliness of the rooms, rated 9.7. The comfort of the rooms is also highly appreciated. The location, although less central than larger towns, remains popular especially with couples travelling together.
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No, Locanda Il Monastero does not allow pets during the stay.
Yes, Locanda Il Monastero has free private parking on site, as well as the option to park on the street.
Locanda Il Monastero serves a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
Yes, most of the rooms at Locanda Il Monastero offer sea views, while some accommodations, such as the two-level apartment, overlook the mountains.
Locanda Il Monastero only accepts cash payments.
Locanda Il Monastero has a room with disabled access and some features such as toilets with grab bars and wheelchair access, but the upper floors can only be reached via stairs.
