71%Cinque Terre Holidays

A cozy little place with a kitchen in the apartment style rooms! It was a great value because i felt like i had my own apartment. Also it was just a 3 minute walk from the start of the coastal path and on the main street of riomiaggore.

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by deketai6498 – posted on Nov 27, 2008

4

This place has a great location. We were right on the bay in Riomaggiore!

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by andrewandlacy8374 – posted on Nov 24, 2008

6

It was so nice to be in your own apartment, with laundry and full kitchen. The location is amazing, the perfect spot for exploring the coast.

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by losjones – posted on Nov 24, 2008

7

Absolutely excellent place. We were given an ocean view upgrade because the owner is kind, the room was lovely, and Riomaggiore is a stunning and quiet place. Reaching it by 7pm when the office closes is difficult if flying into the country and then taking a train. Allowing to check in until...

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by bmelchio6925 – posted on Nov 22, 2008

5

This was a really interesting hostel, more of a self contained apartment shared between six backpackers. It's a pretty basic set-up but the bathroom was big with hot water and it was clean. The Kitchenette was decent too. Location-wise it's perfect -Just be aware that there are no lockers... more This was a really interesting hostel, more of a self contained apartment shared between six backpackers. It's a pretty basic set-up but the bathroom was big with hot water and it was clean. The Kitchenette was decent too. Location-wise it's perfect -Just be aware that there are no lockers for valuables and that the reception is not always open. Also, as it is Cinque Terre, be prepared to climb a lot of steep stairs with your back-pack!close

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by ameliamcglade3151 – posted on Nov 17, 2008

6

This isn't really a hostel as much as an apartment. However, we had a window above the harbor in Riomaggiore, and it was unbelievably beautiful. I felt lucky to be staying in such a beautiful place for so cheap. Definitely stay here.

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by gwsteph – posted on Nov 16, 2008

7

Had a really great time but my friends who also stayed here were miles up the mountain. Luck of the draw where they put you so arrive early before the weekend starts for a nicer location.

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by hughjorgensen5971 – posted on Nov 16, 2008

8

Cinque Terre is fantastic. The offices of the hostel seemed a bit unorganized, unfortunately. It wasn't the best night's sleep but it was cheap and in Cinque Terre proper (which I recommend if you're going to spend a few nights).

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by dianaaschneider688 – posted on Nov 16, 2008

3

The stairs to the apartment are steep, but duh, these towns are built on steep hills! Don't expect elevators and porters and all the comforts of 4-star hotels. The couple that manage the apartments are super sweet. The bathrooms are clean and the items in the apartment are adequate for what I... more The stairs to the apartment are steep, but duh, these towns are built on steep hills! Don't expect elevators and porters and all the comforts of 4-star hotels. The couple that manage the apartments are super sweet. The bathrooms are clean and the items in the apartment are adequate for what I paid. I would stay here again the next time I visit.close

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by YNancy – posted on Nov 11, 2008

10

Great when you share the flat with like minded people - we had a great 4 nights and met some lovely people and still in contact with them 3 months later. Made up for the average facilities!

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by lphelan16890 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

24

this place was a great hostel aside from the fun aspect. the rooms are seperate apartments so its the luck of the draw if you get cool people to hang out with. other then that, the staff was nice and the location is perfect

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by scourge-of-the-desert5033 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

29

Fell in love with Cinque Terre and my room. Was in a wonderful spot...stayed in a loft-type room with a huge balcony and view of the water. Wonderful deli right below. Good book exchange. One of my favorite places to stay.

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by allishircliff8682 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

16

OK, this hostel is great. It is rooms all over town, so I guess it's the luck of the draw if you get a good room. Our room was great, some seriously steep stairs to get there but that is to be expected. The only thing that bothered me was that free laundry facilities are advertised. This is... more OK, this hostel is great. It is rooms all over town, so I guess it's the luck of the draw if you get a good room. Our room was great, some seriously steep stairs to get there but that is to be expected. The only thing that bothered me was that free laundry facilities are advertised. This is not entirely true, because it's only a washer and you have hang your clothes to dry and there were no clothespins that I noticed and it was raining so we still had to do laundry in town.close

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by kinggeorgetravels – posted on Nov 6, 2008

11

The manager wasn't too friendly or concerned.

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by alq-petr1015 – posted on Nov 5, 2008

1

A really good base for the cinque terre. Our room had an ocean view which was really good! Although the bed had bits of plaster over it when we got there other than that no probs. Not a party hostel but that was ok too

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by sairby09 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

11

Great place to stay. Awesome location. We were in a 7-bed room, kitchen facilities were excellent. Really nice to have free laundry, although the machine takes forever (some girls in our room did one wash that took 3+ hours!). Don't get why the staff insist on keeping your passport for a day...

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by vaporjet – posted on Nov 3, 2008

17

A bit of a bizarre experience but I did have a fabulous time. Only saw the man once, when I checked in and he showed me to the room. Which was basically a self-contained apartment. Had everything I needed and was in the nicest of the villages. Also met some lovely people there....

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by lizzie-d783172 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

13

The room they put me in was actually a little apartment with a kitchenette and laundry machine. The sleeping room held 8 people. My only complaint was the NASTY bathroom. There is mold on the walls and above the shower and the shower head had no perch so you had to hold it. Be prepared to climd...

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by sbenton19775724 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

6

The owner was a little sketch, but really it ended up not being a big deal. It was quite a hike walking up to our room... but really... what do you expect in a town built on a cliff? I was close to everything, the beds were cosy, and there was plenty of hot water plus a washing machine! Pretty... more The owner was a little sketch, but really it ended up not being a big deal. It was quite a hike walking up to our room... but really... what do you expect in a town built on a cliff? I was close to everything, the beds were cosy, and there was plenty of hot water plus a washing machine! Pretty cool :-) I suggest you eat and the Pizzeria across from the hostel's main office. It's incredible! ENJOY!!close

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by blynch7328 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

3

The location of our apartment was great, right on the water and close to train and shops. There was no laundry, kitchen or internet facilities.

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by scotttoneill4243 – posted on Oct 31, 2008

6

The hostel is actually a series of apartments throughout the area!

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by kristinbyers4503 – posted on Oct 30, 2008

3

This was great value for money and in a great location. Super handy having a kitchen and laundry for free use too.

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by marissameyers5420 – posted on Oct 29, 2008

6

the room is clean and thoughtfully decorated, and the reception lady Stella is awsome!

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by grace6222 – posted on Oct 28, 2008

6

the guy wouldnt give us two keys even though my companion and i each paid our own rooms. the laundry machine had problems. other than that, it was pretty good since we got our own apartment sorta. The water pressure was terrible though.

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by eric55887577 – posted on Oct 28, 2008

4

The 'dorm rooms' are actually self-contained appartments at various locations around the town, shared between the 6 aprox guests. free washing in rooms handy after the hike/day at the beach, great location as this town has most hostels and cheap eat/drinkeries. office opening times can be...

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by woodsy5954889 – posted on Oct 27, 2008

14

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! We were given an apartment with an ocean view right on the marina! I'm not sure where any of the other rooms are but the private double by the marina is excellent.

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by eileenng801879 – posted on Oct 27, 2008

14

Had a lovely time staying here. Very good base to explore the other villages of Cinque Terre. I had a beautiful view of the Mediterranean from my room

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by merriknox3050 – posted on Oct 27, 2008

2

Perfect location...it's just luck of the drawer what room they put you in. They're spread all over the city.

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by Smacin – posted on Oct 26, 2008

14

This place was so great for the price we were paying, had a kitchen, washing machine ensuite and SUCH comfortable beds! A great place to stay if you want to do the hike. Owner was a bit weird, but besides that highly recommend.

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by tinimarinkovic188 – posted on Oct 25, 2008

17

Good location, close to the train stop and the start of the walk. All fine.

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by markb – posted on Oct 24, 2008

21

Had to go upstairs to another dorm to use the kitchen but it was ok. Itàs an old house but right in the middle of Riomaggiore so great location.

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by fionnuala – posted on Oct 24, 2008

1

All in all a pretty good hostel, perfect if youre planning on making a trip down to do the hike of the 5 towns, certainly not a party hostel as its all pretty much private appartments

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by cujo13941878 – posted on Oct 24, 2008

15

When we walked into our room, it was late afternoon and the place was not cleaned, with dirty tissues scattered around the bed which was a bit concerning and a dirty bathroom. It was cleaned up quickly though with an apology. I just hoped they changed the sheets.

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by jaykay84 – posted on Oct 23, 2008

13

This was fine for the price but I think we got lucky.. after reading all the reviews I was expecting the worst but we got a small apartment right on the main street near the train station. We were also lucky we had a great bunch of people in the room si it made it fun. It had a kitchen and free... more This was fine for the price but I think we got lucky.. after reading all the reviews I was expecting the worst but we got a small apartment right on the main street near the train station. We were also lucky we had a great bunch of people in the room si it made it fun. It had a kitchen and free washing too but beware the shower... it was possibly the worst shower I've had in 3 months of travelling.close

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by gemma3024 – posted on Oct 23, 2008

12

Great little apartment for a couple of nights, fantastic location.

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by sherid – posted on Oct 22, 2008

6

You get placed somewhere so I can not vouch for the other places but where we were put was not bad at all. Good value for the money

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by sarajoy – posted on Oct 22, 2008

12

fab place, a few stairs but is is cinque terre! room very clean , great view, thanks!

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by adamcarol – posted on Oct 20, 2008

4

free apple upon arrival was just the ticket! free washing machine too. amazing location. was lucky we had cool people in our room, otherwise it wouldve been quieter. its like a self contained apartment. no complaints here!

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by iamgandi4081 – posted on Oct 20, 2008

14

Think twice- shower dribbles, drain is blocked, toilet doesn't flush properly and seat is broken (these have been like this for months, still not fixed), room is small and crowded, people from downstairs come in and out to use kitchen and washing machine- door doesn't open.

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by tessamary4565 – posted on Oct 19, 2008

8

The best thing about this place is the location. However you do have to put up with a damp/mouldy smell coming from a wall near the bed, and the fact that the bed (and you) are often covered in paint flakes from the ceiling above.

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by markbriskin9351 – posted on Oct 19, 2008

2