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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Via Persio Aulo Flacco, 49, La Spezia, SP, 19121
  • La Spezia Ferry Dock
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Ferry Terminal
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • La Spezia Cruise Terminal
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, City View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Deluxe Room, City View

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Suite, Balcony | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Honeymoon Suite, Balcony

  • City view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room (Internal View) | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Deluxe Room (Internal View)

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Presidential Suite, City View, Annex Building | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Presidential Suite, City View, Annex Building

  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, City View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Deluxe Room, City View

  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, City View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Junior Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, City View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Deluxe Room, Balcony, City View

  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View, Annex Building | View from room

Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View, Annex Building

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Honeymoon Suite, City View, Annex Building

  • City view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, City View, Annex Building | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Junior Suite, City View, Annex Building

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, Balcony, Annex Building | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Junior Suite, Balcony, Annex Building

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

La Spezia by The First

Guesthouse in La Spezia, a quick walk to Gulf of La Spezia
Along with express check-in, this smoke-free guesthouse has express check-out and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance.
La Spezia by The First offers 11 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 28-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

During your stay at La Spezia by The First, you're just a quick walk from Corso Cavour. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and breakfast (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include multilingual staff
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Gulf of La Spezia and Ferry Terminal
  • Pets welcome free of charge (restrictions apply)
As a guest of La Spezia by The First, you'll find multilingual staff, express check-in, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This La Spezia guest house is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM.

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20 per person

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to download the property's whatsapp mobile app before check-in
At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in
This property comprises the main building and an annex building. The annex building is located 165 feet (50 metres) from the main building.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 20.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property does not have a front desk. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Guests are required to download the property's whatsapp mobile app before check-in.
Property Registration Number IT011015B4FBJDJNCB

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

First Spezia 5 Terre Guesthouse
First Spezia 5 Terre
First 5 Terre
The First La Spezia 5 Terre
Spezia By The First Spezia
The First La Spezia 5 Terre
La Spezia by The First La Spezia
La Spezia by The First Guesthouse
La Spezia by The First Luxury Rooms Suites
La Spezia by The First Guesthouse La Spezia

La Spezia by The First Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 159 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 159 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 159 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 159 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 159 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

ANDRES

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
it is not a hotel, it is a rental apt with no staff on site
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Loi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Guy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xristos

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

In need of attention.

The check in process was horrible. We received an email telling us to attend their offices, we did and there was no one there. We assumed that they were closed for lunch so kept checking back. Eventually we called and emailed them and they told us that the office was not manned and that check in was all automated. At the site, another customer banged on our door because they couldn't get the automated exit door to work for them. It took us a couple of minutes to figure it out IF this was an emergency due to a fire, people would have died. This door NEEDS to be replaced with an emergency exit feature.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Hi So I have some very clear feedback for this place. The unit was very good and was very convenient to go to CinqueTerre villages. BUT - and it’s a major “BUT” - the service was TERRIBLE. First of all - the person managing the checkin was only doing this over WhatsApp. He won’t take a phone call, won’t answer my concerns on WhatsApp and will just send instructions that were inportant to him (for eg pay this city tax etc.) We were traveling were kids - so wanted to understand bed configuration etc. The guy on WhatsApp would never respond properly, was very curt and only texted when he wanted to give us some instructions. We never once felt welcome. The AC wasn’t working the first night - but, ofcourse, the person on WhatsApp with us never cared to apologize for that. For the second night - we had to keep following up (delicately - because we were worried the guy will get upset and just stop caring to respond) and never felt the person was accountable to solve it. We were shocked by the lack of customer service. And inspite the good property, I don’t intend to come here again. I will recommend hotels.com to reconsider keeping them on their list. I can guarantee we aren’t the first one shocked by this lack of customer service. Also - just go scroll the feedback these guys are getting on the internet. Very similar to what I have raised here. I request you guys to reconsider being affliated to them! Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In spite of no personnel present at check in, it went quite smoothly after reading all instructions. Room was immaculate and well equipped. Electronics are very well accommodated. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bassam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Salvatore

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No answer to phone calls or messages till the day before arrival
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Check in process was a nightmare! Do NOT book this property unless you use WhatsApp and plan to have cell service while in country. There was no other option to receive the check in information and building codes. No flexibility was offered, and no sympathy was expressed by the manager. We were told we'd be "outside," unless we were able to use WhatsApp. The room was not even at the address listed on orbitz and was actually around the block. It was a stranger letting us borrow her phone that ultimately allowed us to access our room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaheen

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maureen

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Bethany

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed once we finally found it

This was an interesting experience. We spent nearly an hour trying to find the “hotel”, which proved to be difficult bc it’s not a hotel. Thankfully some locals saw us struggling with our luggage and came to help. The ROOM itself looks just as pictured. However, everything else is quite sketchy. Upon arrival we were asked for our what’s app info to send us instructions on how to get in. There was this building (with spray paint graffiti all around and metal bars on windows and doors) that we needed a code to get into. We got the code and were instructed to go to a lockbox that had a key for us. No receptionist/concierge (as their website mentions concierge, food, tours, etc…but we never saw a soul). The website also shows photos of a different town that is a train ride away as if it’s near the “hotel”. We honestly almost left and ate the price. After an hour discussion, we decided that we would be taking trains each day to explore this area of Italy anyways and the room itself was fine, so we did end up staying. I was very much looking forward to a luxury hotel for this part of the trip and that’s absolutely not what this is. Again, the room/bathroom is exactly as pictured except for some minor broken things that don’t matter (like some paint needing touched up or shower drain loose etc). We definitely felt duped.
Getting to the room
The balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No front desk, so check in & keys must be coordinated, but once we were in, the room was great. Walkable to everything we wanted to see and do! Lots of shopping and dining options. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mariano

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and close to the marina
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient host !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro Mojica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great location, clean and good amenities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Junior Suite Annex Building Review

I stayed in the Junior Suite for two nights while visiting Cinque Terre. Location is close to the water, cruise terminal and a park. Highly recommend No Name cafe for breakfast or aperitif. Plus an excellent restaurant, Pink Benny is next door! It should be noted that the building is not like a typical hotel. There is no reception for check in and instructions are sent via Whats App on how to get the key. It felt a bit like getting through an escape room at first but once you find the keys check in was easy! There is an elevator in the building. Once you check in there is a small hall with several updated suites. The suite was quiet, very clean, and provided a small mini bar for a fee. I felt very safe staying here! If you stay here to visit Cinque Terre via train the building is approximately a 15-20 minute walk. This was not a problem but if mobility is an issue I would recommend a taxi or utilize the bus system. Otherwise everything you need is within a 5 minute walk to explore La Spezia. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioning didn’t work and a lot of amenities were extra like soap, water etc. the WiFi also didn’t work. good location and great communication with owner. Great for couples It was also quite close to a main road and a lot of noise of a night time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAnita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, great restaurants close to apartment. Very clean and close to the waterfront park. We truly enjoyed our time here. Bonus, the safe was stuck with our passports and they came out on a Sunday afternoon to rescue us. Best communication and went above and beyond what we expected. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Elaine

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property owner is terribly rude and highly NOT recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023