Guest house in Riomaggiore, in the heart of the Cinque Terre, 100 metres from the sea: air-conditioned rooms with views, free WiFi and the train station just steps away.
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Sottocoperta is a guest house in Riomaggiore, in the heart of the Cinque Terre National Park, just 100 metres from the coast and a short walk from the centre of the village. The property offers free WiFi throughout and is aimed mainly at couples and travellers looking for a convenient base to explore the five Ligurian villages.
The three available rooms are air-conditioned, feature a private bathroom with shower and bidet, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and views of the mountains or the village; one room type also has its own balcony. The spaces are compact but functional, designed for an essential stay with careful attention to detail.
Additional services include luggage storage and the option to reach La Spezia by train in just a few minutes, thanks to Riomaggiore station only 200 metres away. The location, right at the entrance to the scenic coastal path and a short walk from the village’s restaurants and gelaterias, is one of the features most appreciated by guests, particularly couples.
The rooms at Sottocoperta share an essential, carefully finished layout: air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, hairdryer and bidet, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and good soundproofing against the village’s outside noise. Sizes range from 12 to 14 square metres, with a large double bed in all room types and views of the mountains or the village of Riomaggiore.
What sets the three room types apart is mainly the available space and a few distinctive details: the Deluxe Double Room is the largest in the range, the Double Room with Balcony is the only one with a private outdoor space, while the standard Double Room focuses on simplicity and immediate proximity to the property’s common areas.
The largest of the rooms at Sottocoperta, with 14 air-conditioned square metres and views of the mountains surrounding Riomaggiore. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, bidet and hairdryer, while the flat-screen TV with satellite channels completes the amenities.
A compact 12-square-metre room, designed for those seeking the essentials without giving up a private bathroom with shower and bidet and a view over the village. It is the simplest option at the property, ideal for a short stay in the Cinque Terre.
The only room at Sottocoperta with its own balcony overlooking the village, this 12-square-metre room combines air conditioning, a private bathroom and soundproofing with a small private outdoor space, perfect for a coffee with a view.
Sottocoperta offers a selection of services designed for a practical stay in the heart of the Cinque Terre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, while non-smoking, air-conditioned rooms ensure comfort even during the hottest months. Guests travelling with family can count on the availability of family rooms, and for those arriving with heavy luggage there is a luggage storage service.
General services also include key access, an on-site convenience store and an airport shuttle on request, useful for those arriving from or departing to Pisa airport. Rooms also come with a kettle for tea or a coffee machine, while the flat-screen TV with satellite channels and internet connection round out the rooms’ technological amenities.
Sottocoperta is located on Via Colombo, in the heart of Riomaggiore, the easternmost village of the Cinque Terre, just 200 metres from Riomaggiore’s small harbour and beach. The area is typical of the Ligurian alleyways, with colourful houses perched above the sea, shops and small seafood restaurants: Il Pescato Cucinato and the Costevè fry shop are a short walk from the entrance, as is Gelateria Zenzero.
Riomaggiore railway station is about 200 metres away and connects in a few minutes to the other Cinque Terre villages, from Manarola, about 950 metres away, to Vernazza and Monterosso, all the way to La Spezia, reachable by train in about a quarter of an hour. Those arriving by car will find the historic centre closed to traffic, while the nearest airport is Pisa Galileo Galilei, about 69 km away. The Cinque Terre National Park begins just 350 metres from the property.
The location is ideal for those who want to walk the scenic paths connecting the villages, such as the stretch towards Manarola, or enjoy swimming and snorkelling in the crystal-clear waters of the coast in summer. In autumn and spring, the area is well suited to walks among the vineyard terraces that produce Sciacchetrà wine, while in winter the pace slows down, with the village retaining its authentic charm nonetheless. La Spezia, with its historic centre and Castello San Giorgio, remains an easy half-day excursion, to visit museums such as the Museo Amedeo Lia or the Museo Tecnico Navale. In the summer months, boat connections are also active, allowing travellers from Riomaggiore to reach Portovenere and the nearby islands, an appealing alternative to the train for discovering the coast from the sea.
Guests particularly praise the staff and the location, both rated 9.8, followed by cleanliness (9.5) and comfort (9.4). Value for money also stands out, with 9.1. Couples in particular appreciate the proximity to the sea and the Cinque Terre trails.
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No, Sottocoperta does not allow pets.
Yes, Riomaggiore railway station is about 200 metres from Sottocoperta and quickly connects to the other Cinque Terre villages and La Spezia.
No, Sottocoperta does not have private parking; the historic centre of Riomaggiore is closed to vehicle traffic anyway.
Yes, all rooms at Sottocoperta are air-conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
No, Sottocoperta does not require a security deposit at the time of booking.
There is no minimum check-in age at Sottocoperta, although children accepted must be at least 8 years old.
