Room Mercedes is a bed and breakfast in the historic centre of La Spezia, just steps from Castello San Giorgio and the railway station, with a terrace and an indoor bar.
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Room Mercedes is a bed and breakfast in the heart of La Spezia, in Liguria, just 800 metres from Castello San Giorgio and a short walk from the central railway station.
The property offers air-conditioned rooms with a terrace, a flat-screen TV and a wardrobe, designed for those seeking a practical, informal base to explore the city and the gulf. In some rooms the bathroom is shared among guests, equipped with a bathtub, shower, bidet, toiletries, bathrobes and a hairdryer — a detail worth considering when planning your stay. Breakfast, served Italian style, is included and accompanies guests’ mornings, along with an indoor bar for relaxing.
The central location is one of the property’s strong points: museums, restaurants and La Spezia Centrale station are all reachable on foot within minutes, making Room Mercedes a convenient option also for those wanting to use La Spezia as a base for the Gulf of Poets and the Cinque Terre.
Room Mercedes offers two types of Double Room, both designed for two people and furnished with a large double bed, air conditioning, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. Both come with their own terrace, an uncommon feature for a B&B in the city centre, ideal for those who want to enjoy a few minutes outdoors during their stay.
The main difference between the two rooms concerns the bathroom: in one of the two types, the bathroom with bathtub, shower and bidet is shared with other guests of the property, an aspect to keep in mind when booking. The other double room, while keeping the same basic amenities, offers a more private use of the space. In both cases, toiletries, bathrobes and a hairdryer are guaranteed, for a simple yet functional stay.
This Double Room has a shared bathroom with bathtub, shower and bidet, as well as toiletries, bathrobes and a hairdryer. The private terrace, air conditioning and flat-screen TV complete a simple solution for those who don’t need an exclusive bathroom.
Compared to the other type, this Double Room keeps the same essential amenities — terrace, air conditioning, wardrobe and flat-screen TV — but with a use of space designed for those seeking greater privacy during their stay.
Room Mercedes offers guests a terrace, air conditioning and heating in the rooms, as well as an indoor bar for breakfast or relaxing during the day. Free WiFi, rated with the maximum score by guests, covers all areas of the property.
Attention to detail is not lacking in the rooms: toilet paper, towels, free toiletries, bathrobes and a hairdryer are guaranteed, as is a wardrobe or closet for organising luggage. The bathrooms, some shared, are equipped with a bathtub, shower and bidet.
The property also stands out for its welcoming approach to guests travelling with pets, allowed at no extra charge. The indoor bar and Italian breakfast complete an offer designed for those looking for a simple, well-located base in La Spezia.
Room Mercedes is located in the historic centre of La Spezia, on Via Paleocapa, in one of the liveliest areas of the city, among shops, cafés and restaurants open until late evening. The property is surrounded by venues such as Terminus Café and Ristorante Roma, both just a few metres away, and Caffe la Reserve about 250 metres away, ideal for a breakfast or an aperitif between one outing and the next.
The central location also makes the property convenient for those travelling by train: La Spezia Centrale station is just 150 metres away, while La Spezia Migliarina is about 2.4 km away. Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport, the nearest air link, is about 65 km away, reachable by car or coach connections. Castello San Giorgio is 700 metres on foot, while the Amedeo Lia Museum, with its collection of ancient art, is just 450 metres away.
La Spezia is best known as a gateway to the Gulf of Poets and the Cinque Terre, an ideal destination in spring and summer for those wanting to enjoy coastal excursions and days at the sea, with beaches such as Persico and Cantun about 5 km from the centre. In the city, the Technical Naval Museum, 1.1 km away, tells the story of La Spezia’s maritime history, while the 14th-century walls and the historic monuments of the centre offer interesting walks even outside the tourist season, when visitor numbers drop and the city can be experienced at a more authentic pace.
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Guests especially praise the location, rated 9.3, and the free WiFi with a maximum score. Ratings for staff and comfort (8.6) are also good. Services and value for money remain more modest, in line with the property’s simple, informal character.
Yes, Room Mercedes accepts pets and does not charge any extra fee for their stay.
No, Room Mercedes does not have parking reserved for guests of the property.
Check-in at Room Mercedes is possible from 08:00 to 23:00, while check-out must be completed between 11:00 and 13:00.
Yes, Room Mercedes offers an Italian-style breakfast included in guests’ stay.
Room Mercedes’ rates vary depending on the season, the room and the dates of your stay. You can check the updated price from our search partners.
In some rooms at Room Mercedes, the bathroom, equipped with a bathtub, shower and bidet, is shared among guests of the property.
Near Room Mercedes you’ll find Castello San Giorgio 700 metres away, the Amedeo Lia Museum 450 metres away, and La Spezia Centrale Station just 150 metres away.
