72%Camping La Sfinge

Be sure you get to Deiva Marina before 9 pm! we missed a train and ended up hiking 3km to the place. Fairly boring and early to be sort of place. Stay in Riamaggiore if you want to hike the trails in the Cinque Terre. Too far away.

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by lauren7 – posted on Oct 24, 2008

12

Its a bit old and neglected but a good place to stay. Its a bit of a trip so make sure you find out the shuttle times and line these up with the train times or you will have to wait ages for the shuttle. There is also a local bus which will take you there from the station which you can buy... more Its a bit old and neglected but a good place to stay. Its a bit of a trip so make sure you find out the shuttle times and line these up with the train times or you will have to wait ages for the shuttle. There is also a local bus which will take you there from the station which you can buy tickets for at the station or on board, which they don't mention. We also walked from the station - about 2.5kms/30 minutes. Very helpful staff.close

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by kirstyrobben7639 – posted on Oct 13, 2008

4

short walk to the beach, not in the 5 towns but i liked it here better.

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by casma2373 – posted on Oct 2, 2008

32

Great for a campground...just outside of the five towns in deiva marina but has one of the nicest beaches, met lots of cool people!

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by brigid-12342874 – posted on Sep 29, 2008

9

For the price good camping, we satyed in the campings own big tents with real beds inside. Very friendly staff, the free shuttle buss was very useful. You can only get to the camping by walking 3 km inland (camping is not close to the sea) or get a ride with the campings free shuttle us. We... more For the price good camping, we satyed in the campings own big tents with real beds inside. Very friendly staff, the free shuttle buss was very useful. You can only get to the camping by walking 3 km inland (camping is not close to the sea) or get a ride with the campings free shuttle us. We recommend to call before arrival at train station and get picked up!close

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by laarsson6684 – posted on Sep 28, 2008

10

I really enjoyed the time we spent in chinque terre i was suprised at how dirty our cabin was when we arrived. there was no where to get any food from after about 7pm which was a problem. other than that the staff where fantastic and the showers and toilets where very clean.

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by snowpy-605360 – posted on Sep 23, 2008

4

This is a lovely caravan park, the tents are great and excellent value, however it is a long way from Cinque terre and without a car the train trips add up. Also there is not a lot to do in Deiva Marina. So if you are looking for a place to get away from life, this would be perfect.

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by julianacha – posted on Sep 15, 2008

2

If you stay in a tent, make sure you bring your own bag locks, because you can't lock the tents.

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by karina-squires6568 – posted on Sep 11, 2008

4

This campsite is run by the same company we stayed with in Rome so we had our expectations set pretty high. It literally was just a trailer park. The tent didn't lock and didn't actually surround the floor so there were always bugs in the tent. The shuttle bus is free but it does not run every... more This campsite is run by the same company we stayed with in Rome so we had our expectations set pretty high. It literally was just a trailer park. The tent didn't lock and didn't actually surround the floor so there were always bugs in the tent. The shuttle bus is free but it does not run every half hour and the walk to town takes about 45 min. Overall, we were disappointed with our stay since we paid less in Rome for much better accommodations.close

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by kristin-30033140 – posted on Sep 11, 2008

3

Quite far from the national park of Cinque Terre but free and regular transport to Deiva Marina train station. Not loads going on at the campsite for young people.

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by markweel9417 – posted on Sep 2, 2008

10

Nice and quiet, but if you are just in Cinque Terre for a short amount time its a bit too far to be from the villages.

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by lmcpherson6704 – posted on Sep 2, 2008

6

The beds were extremely comfortable and the little cabin/tent was perfect for our needs. A quiet campground with very clean facilities / and only a 30 min walk from the train station (though we certainly took advantage of the free shuttle). Only disappointment was no free internet.

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by robinfpearce5662 – posted on Aug 30, 2008

1

A bit out of the main Cinque Terre towns but handy shuttle to nearby station, although a bit infrequent. Bathrooms, kitchen, etc good but no life there really. Would stay in one of 5 towns next time for convenience, even if cost was a bit more. Staff were nice, couldn't find my hostelworld... more A bit out of the main Cinque Terre towns but handy shuttle to nearby station, although a bit infrequent. Bathrooms, kitchen, etc good but no life there really. Would stay in one of 5 towns next time for convenience, even if cost was a bit more. Staff were nice, couldn't find my hostelworld booking but still found me a room and didn't make me re-pay deposit.close

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by jennifer531 – posted on Aug 27, 2008

1

the village it is set in is actually not one of the 5 villages but next stop after on the train, nice atmosphere set in a beautiful area and easily accessed by a shuttle bus up the hill

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by sophiegg3827 – posted on Aug 25, 2008

7

Its a camping ground, bed in the tent was good, toliets clean etc, Its about 20mins to 30mins to walk to the station of devia marina, however its a nice walk and they have the free shuttle service. We were there in April 2007 and as it was not peak season we were only 2 of 6 ppl staying in the... more Its a camping ground, bed in the tent was good, toliets clean etc, Its about 20mins to 30mins to walk to the station of devia marina, however its a nice walk and they have the free shuttle service. We were there in April 2007 and as it was not peak season we were only 2 of 6 ppl staying in the tents. Very quite camping ground, but extemly cleanclose

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by europe – posted on Aug 25, 2008

6

Our tent was more of a mini canvas cabin then a tent. it was quite nice, everyone was friendly. it was out of cinque terra but the town itis in has a great beach that isn´t nearly as busy as Cinque terra and it´s really easy to get to the park.

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by tashaj3861 – posted on Aug 21, 2008

2

Nice camping with good beds. Good mix of young people, families and Italians. Fresh, crispy bread in the campside store. There is no entertainment at the camping and not much (nothing nearby) to do at night. But for people like us (who like to relax, go to the beach and visit Cinque Terre) it is... more Nice camping with good beds. Good mix of young people, families and Italians. Fresh, crispy bread in the campside store. There is no entertainment at the camping and not much (nothing nearby) to do at night. But for people like us (who like to relax, go to the beach and visit Cinque Terre) it is a perfect spot. A free shuttlebus brings you to the trainstation of Deiva Marina untill 10 pm. Beach at walking distance form the station. It's easy to go to Cinque Terre by train.close

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by maaikesteen5120 – posted on Aug 20, 2008

1

muy buen sistema para limpiar los w.c. el camping mas limpio con diferencia.

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by Potok – posted on Aug 19, 2008

3

Perfect for family and travellers who want to discover the cinque terre at low prices. But no real atmosphere, everyboby is getting asleep very early and there is no place to have a drink and chat between travellers.

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by jolycecile4924 – posted on Aug 17, 2008

1

location would be more agreeable if free shuttle bus to train station ran later than 10 o clock camspite not actually in cinque terre - not a problem, but remember to budget for the cost of extra few stops on top of train fairs nevertheless facs were faultlessly clean, staff impeccable and site...

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by lukeclare5954 – posted on Aug 16, 2008

2

SHouldn't really advertise as Cinque terre when its three train stops out of the 5 villages! We camped and you can't lock the tent.

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by turnitupturbo9543 – posted on Aug 14, 2008

1

first of all this isnt anywhere near Cinque Terre and it takes a bus AND a train to get there and it really messed up my timing on several occasions and I only stayed there one night!!! Dont do it

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by stretch066267 – posted on Aug 13, 2008

2

We were a little dissapointed with this booking as we were under the belief we had booked a cabin but it was actually a tent with little space. I think the wording on hostelworld needs to be a little clearer. It was a lovely camping site and great location to visit!

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by katielander26584 – posted on Aug 13, 2008

1

not bad, not great. clean, safe, but not the best location

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by jessefriedberg9374 – posted on Aug 9, 2008

1

If you are planning to go and visit Cinque Terre this hostel is a good set up. It is not actually in one of the 5 towns but transportation to the other towns is easy. Just make sure you time the buses to the train station and the trains correctly so you dont spend much time waiting. They however... more If you are planning to go and visit Cinque Terre this hostel is a good set up. It is not actually in one of the 5 towns but transportation to the other towns is easy. Just make sure you time the buses to the train station and the trains correctly so you dont spend much time waiting. They however do give you the schedule for both on arrival. clean bathrooms, market at the campsite was nice, actual tents were small but cozy. overall good experienceclose

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by mattisbell423776 – posted on Aug 8, 2008

3

Good value for money. Close to Deiva Marina train station. The bus service is punctual and if you get used to it and do not mind packed buses it it what you need. The camping is a nice place just to sleep, we stayed in a two bed private tent. For any activities you need to leave the camping and... more Good value for money. Close to Deiva Marina train station. The bus service is punctual and if you get used to it and do not mind packed buses it it what you need. The camping is a nice place just to sleep, we stayed in a two bed private tent. For any activities you need to leave the camping and head for the towns in the Cinque Terre area, which are minutes away by train. Recommended.close

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by jeromero124 – posted on Aug 7, 2008

2

Nice change from a hostel, really enjoyed our stay there and recommended it to people when we left.

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by gemmabarrow8796 – posted on Aug 6, 2008

2

It's camping so don't book there if you don't want to stay in a tent. But I very much enjoyed it. Beds were most comfortable that I slept in in all Europe. Bus came according to times and was easy access to the train station. I would recommend it if wanting to see the Cinque Terre

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by kbrook98348 – posted on Aug 6, 2008

2

Staff were rude and only gave you the information that you needed, no extra. The tents are really close together so you can hear everything that is happening all around you all night long. There is no cooking facilities and no where to buy a meal. A small shop sells he necessities.

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by thompsonjasmine917 – posted on Aug 5, 2008

4

If you are a camping person, who loves spiders, ants and other lovely creatures, who doesn't really care bout security, who loves long walkings to the civilization and likes listening to the special snoring orchestra from your nearby neighbours..... Well then this is the place for you! Good luck!

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by weeicico959 – posted on Aug 4, 2008

1

Camping La STINGY, this place was a little weird, you cant lock the tents either. only about 8-10 mixed showers for about 100 people... yer, could be better

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by fryzy06 – posted on Aug 2, 2008

7

the reception is unable to be helpful due to the hours. The reception opens after the first bus shuttle leaves for the train station for those staying for the access to the Cinque Terre Park. Also, my group missed our train to Venice due to mis-information from the staff on early morning buses.

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by Holley – posted on Jul 30, 2008

14

We hired a tent. It was really nice, the tents are 2.50m x 2.00m. Two beds inside with sheets. You can easily reach the Cinque Terre by train from the railwaystation of Deiva Marina. There's a shuttle bus running from the camping to the railwaystation, not every 15 minutes but I think every 30-45... more We hired a tent. It was really nice, the tents are 2.50m x 2.00m. Two beds inside with sheets. You can easily reach the Cinque Terre by train from the railwaystation of Deiva Marina. There's a shuttle bus running from the camping to the railwaystation, not every 15 minutes but I think every 30-45 mins, except siesta time. We really had a nice time there!close

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by fokkoa6397 – posted on Jul 30, 2008

1

good bus service to the train station. resonably priced minimark

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by nctierney1763 – posted on Jul 29, 2008

1

If you want a tent with comfortable bed it is good.

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by Franco7783 – posted on Jul 29, 2008

5

Awesome party camping place. You wont get much sleep here. Expensive supermarket on site tho. Stay here and just bus into Vennice, you can see it all in about one day.

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by Bennyg58 – posted on Jul 26, 2008

6

The campsite is about a 15 min bus ride from the train station. They do offer a free shuttle service, but it's limited. The tents don't lock or anything, so it's not the best for leaving your stuff around. They were clean though.

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by carley15 – posted on Jul 25, 2008

8

Camping is very nice and clean. It's not that close to the seaside (around 3km), however, there is a shuttle bus running frequently between the camp and center of Deiva Marina. I can strongly reccomend.

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by mlubieniecki9623 – posted on Jul 24, 2008

1

It is a nice place. The price is good too. Just need a locker for the tend. I got more than what I was expecting.

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by viniciuscor438 – posted on Jul 20, 2008

6

We had a twin and it literally was only a tent with two beds and no power what so ever. However, our beds were the most conphy we have had in Europe. Location is pretty good-free shuttle to train-can't beat that! Diva Marina beach is really beautiful at sunset!

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by treasure – posted on Jul 16, 2008

7