Hotel La Spiaggia
cinque terre, italy · ★★★
The Verdict
Worth it for your honeymoon?
Hotel La Spiaggia is the beachfront three-star on Monterosso al Mare's Fegina seafront — a 19-room family-run hotel directly on the promenade above the largest stretch of golden sand in Cinque Terre (the only one of the five villages with a real swimmable beach), run by the Basso family alongside the affiliated Hotel Pasquale a hundred metres further along the same seafront. The hotel occupies a tall narrow 19th-century building, the seaward rooms have small French balconies opening directly over the umbrella-dotted beach, and the breakfast terrace at ground level is where most honeymoon couples eat with the sound of the morning surf and the smell of the bagnino opening the umbrella rows. There is no pool — but there is a small private beach pavilion below the hotel with reserved sun loungers, towel service, and a beach bar pouring Aperol spritz from 11am. For honeymoon couples whose Cinque Terre dream involves a proper beach (not just rock platforms and harbour swims) and the easiest possible access between the train station, the trail head, the village, and the sand, La Spiaggia is the most logistically convenient hotel in the five villages. The trade-off is the more conventional beach-hotel atmosphere and slightly less romantic positioning than the cliffside Porto Roca or the seafront-rocks Pasquale.
- ✓Want direct beach access
- →Need a strictly adults-only resort
- →Prefer boutique & intimate properties
Score Breakdown
78/100
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At a Glance
Room Recommendation
Which room to book
The Junior Suites on the top floor (rooms 23, 24, 25) are the honeymoon rooms — slightly larger footprint, the largest French balconies with the best Fegina beach panorama, and the only rooms with the curve of the bay all the way to the Capuchin headland visible from the bed. Junior Suite 24 is the most requested. $440-560 per night in shoulder. The Superior Sea-View doubles on floors 2-3 are the value option at $260-380. Avoid the back rooms with no sea view — the entire point of staying here is the beach.
No Surprises
True cost breakdown — 7 nights for two
Based on mid-range rooms, premium-economy flights from Europe, full dining and signature experiences. Adjust for your actual travel profile.
| Item | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Room (7 nights avg $400/nt) | $2,800 |
| Flights (2 pax, economy/premium) | $1,800 |
| Airport transfers / seaplane | $200 |
| Dining & drinks (beyond room) | $2,240 |
| Excursions & experiences | $700 |
| Spa / signature treatments | $300 |
| Tips & service (8%) | $403 |
| Total estimated | $8,443 |
Day by Day
Your 7-night honeymoon itinerary
Arrival on Fegina Beach
Train to Monterosso al Mare. La Spiaggia is a three-minute walk from the station along the seafront, the easiest hotel access in Cinque Terre. Settle in, swim from the private beach pavilion below the hotel, sunset Aperol spritz from the beach bar, dinner at L'Ancora della Tortuga on the rocks above the bay.
Monterosso Old Town & Beach Day
Morning swim and beach lounger session on Fegina. Lunch at the beach bar, afternoon walk through the tunnel to Monterosso old town (Porto Vecchio) — the 14th-century San Giovanni Battista church with the zebra-stripe marble, the Aurora medieval tower, the harbour. Aperitivo at Enoteca Eliseo with a Cinque Terre DOC.
Sentiero Azzurro
The 90-minute Sentiero Azzurro from Monterosso to Vernazza — the trail head is five minutes' walk from the hotel along the promenade. Lunch at Belforte in Vernazza on the medieval tower, train back to Monterosso for an afternoon swim and beach session.
Vernazza & Corniglia
Train to Vernazza for the harbour, the Doria castle photo, and morning coffee at Il Pirata with the Sicilian cannoli brothers. Continue to Corniglia (5 minutes south) for lunch at Osteria a Cantina de Mananan. Return train to Monterosso for late afternoon beach time.
Manarola & Riomaggiore
Train south to Manarola. Lunch at Nessun Dorma with the postcard view. Sentiero dei Frati walk to Punta Bonfiglio for the iconic blue-hour photo. Continue to Riomaggiore for the partially reopened Via dell'Amore. Train back to Monterosso for sunset on Fegina.
Sciacchetrà Tasting & Boat Day
Morning Sciacchetrà tasting at Cheo or Possa in the hills (by appointment, $50-80 per couple). Afternoon boat from Monterosso back along the coast — all five villages seen from the water with the cliffs above. Sunset on the beach pavilion, dinner at Miky around the corner (the best seafood in Monterosso).
Final Swim & Departure
Final swim on Fegina, breakfast on the seafront terrace, three-minute walk to the station, train via La Spezia back to Pisa or Milan.
Honest Assessment
What to know before you book
La Spiaggia is a conventional beachfront three-star, not a luxury hotel — no pool (the beach pavilion replaces it), no spa, no restaurant beyond breakfast and beach bar; pay up for the Junior Suite category.
Summer weekends the Fegina seafront promenade has heavy foot traffic until late; couples wanting silence should request floor 3 rooms.
Standard rooms are small (15-20 sqm); Junior Suites are the only category with proper space.
Closed November through March.
Pre-Arrival
Email to send the hotel
Subject: Honeymoon inquiry — Hotel La Spiaggia Monterosso Dear Basso family, We are planning our honeymoon [DATE]-[DATE] and are interested in a Junior Suite (ideally room 24) or a Superior Sea-View double. Please advise on availability, honeymoon packages, beach pavilion lounger reservations, and any Sciacchetrà tasting arrangements. Thank you, [Your names]
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Good for honeymooners?
La Spiaggia is the right beachfront honeymoon hotel for couples whose Cinque Terre trip prioritizes beach access, easy logistics, and the convenience of Monterosso as a base. Couples wanting cliffside drama (Porto Roca) or village immersion (La Mala, La Marina) should choose differently.
Best time to visit?
May-June and September-October are ideal. July-August is brutal heat and overwhelming day-tripper crowds. November-March the hotel is closed.
Book in advance?
Junior Suites and sea-view doubles book 3-4 months ahead for shoulder season. Beach pavilion lounger reservations are made on arrival.
Adults-only?
No — La Spiaggia welcomes families and the beach access makes it a popular choice for them. Honeymooners and couples are still a strong share but the guest mix is broader than at Porto Roca or La Mala.
Best room type?
Junior Suite on the top floor (room 23, 24, or 25) for the largest balcony and full bay panorama. Superior Sea-View doubles for value.
How to get there?
Train to Monterosso al Mare via La Spezia from Pisa (1.5h) or Milan (3h). Three-minute walk from the station along the seafront.
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