I chose La Spezia as a base for visiting Cinque Terre and it was perfect. This B&B was so lovely, unique decorated, great located in the city center and a few mins walk from the train station. Many restaurants, shops nearby, tiny little streets that you could just walk back and forth, everything is so beautiful. The staff are very kind and flexible with the check-in. The breakfast was delicious, diverse and prepared on site. Davide offered me the map of the surroundings with great recommendations of the cinque terre, beaches and restaurants.

There was a dog barking a little bit at night and a neighbor with a noisy tv volume but I closed the balcony door so it was okay.

The staff was amazing. A charismatic guy called us earlier to ask our arrival time, met us at the door and showed everything. He recommended us restaurants and places to visit. The breakfast was excellent, it surely exceeded what I expected at a place like this. Location was very very good. Close to everything you want to visit. Everything was really clean.

This is a room in a apartment. You will have neighbors. Ours arrived late, were talking loudly, ate and washed dishes at 00:00. We heard everything. The place need renovation or just a man with equipment and several hours. Our door handle was loose, toilet was not stable. There's no air conditioning, they even informed us about this earlier, there's a good fan, yet it was loud and it was not easy to sleep (some maintenance needed).

Great location in the heart of La Spezia with many restaurants right outside the door and about 3 block walk to main train station. Manager was extremely responsive to all messages. Breakfast was excellent: coffee, breads, juice, fruit, eggs/bacon, yogurt, pancakes.

No a/c in the rooms which was no problem in October but we kept our window open at night for the cool breeze, but our window faced the Main Street with lots of people talking on the street till 1am. Bring earplugs if you can not sleep thru street noise.

The location was perfect as it was about 10 minutes walk from the station. Very easy to find. Davide sent the code so that we could check ourselves earlier than the regular check in time. There is a lift to the floor which was supposed to be operated by key but we were able to use it without a key. Breakfast was included and was fantastic. Jagoda prepared the breakfast on request. Lovely fresh fruit salad, croissants, pancakes, plenty for the day ahead. Great shower for those coming back from trekking. Thanks Jagoda. Davide was very helpful in rearranging our booking at short notice

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Location is perfect in the middle of La Spezia, staff are super helpful, breakfast is amazing, can help yourself to hot drinks whenever, rooms spacious.

Would have loved air conditioning, we were there mid June and already hot. There is a fan above the bed but it's a bit noisy. But this place really is great!

Excellent location, close to the train station and on the main street. The room was great, every day you have 2 bottles of water for free and chocolates. Thank you for this attention. Delicious homemade breakfast and excellent attention. I will be back again. 100 % recommended. Thank you for allowing me to do the check-in earlier.

We were welcomed in the best way possible by the manager. He and the rest of the “Racconti di mare”family made us feel like one of them. The rooms are amazing and every small detail has a thought behind it. Location is perfect - in the heart of the city . If you are looking for an extraordinary and amazing stay in La Spezia - “Racconti di mare” is highly recommended.

Very well situated 5 minute walk from the train station right in the pedestrian area with a good choice of shops and restaurants. Very cozy room, Quiet,.Comfortable beds.great bathroom, and fantastic breakfast. Davide greeted us so nicely, offering us any help or information we would need.

Internet was down 2nd night.

Perfect location to train station, marinas, shops and eateries. Beautiful breakfasts. Very clean. Just had a noisy neighbour in the apartment and a dog upstairs that yapped a bit at night. But highly recommend Racconti de Mari.

The owner was so helpful and made checkin so easy. Cold water and chocolates on arrival, and the fan and lights in the room is already on- this is good hosting! It makes one feel welcome! The warm bacon and eggs breakfast was delicious and more than we expected. This is the best value for money we have seen in Italy, not just the Italian Riviera. Strongly recommend!