Monterosso Al Mare: apartment in the historic center a stone's throw from the sea Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Monterosso Al Mare: apartment in the historic center a stone's throw from the sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Monterosso Al Mare: apartment in the historic center a stone's throw from the sea located?

Located in Borgo Antico, this apartment building is steps from Cantina du Sciacchetra and Monterosso Beach. Parish of St. John the Baptist and 5terre Massage are just steps away. Monterosso Station is 8 minutes by foot.

8/10 Good

Kate M.

24 May 2017

It was a great place and Giovanna was kind and helpful!

The location was perfect especially for traveling with 2 older parents. Only problem was that it was a bit hot and the air conditioning system was impossible to figure out:(. Would stay again!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

26 March 2017

Great place in the center of monterroso! There was no wifi but we still had a great time!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017

8/10 Good

Beverly C.

25 September 2018

Great place and location.

Giovanna met us promptly with keys shortly after calling her. It was great space for travelling with a group of people with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Location was super, close to everything.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

7 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This is a wonderful and convenient place to stay in Cinque Terre - in the historic area of Monterosso Al Mare. Amazing restaurants nearby and a convenient location if you plan to hike to Vernazza, take a sunset cruise or go to the beach. Communication with Giovanna was easy and prompt. She was generous and flexible in supporting our arrival and departure times. Would absolutely stay there again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

30 June 2017

Loved it

Super cute place, right in the middle of town. The Air Conditioning was a welcome break from the heat! Clean, comfortable, quiet... with LOTS of room for everyone. This place is a gem and the pictures don't do it justice.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

irv r.

12 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cinque Terre is heaven

Giovanna welcomed us into her home and her community. CT is a tourist’s dream but step outside of town and take advantage of all five villages and the trails to explore them. Monterossa is the northernmost of them and a luscious locale from which to enjoy it all. And the unit we had was right in the heart of it all

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Francesca F.

3 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A really lovely stay

A really lovely stay in a very sweet apartment right in the heart of Monterosso, within a five minute walk to the beach. It does get very loud at night due to the central location so do pack ear buds! We couldn’t get the air con working in a couple of rooms but it was there and available. Giovanna was really helpful and hospitable.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley A.

9 April 2017

Beautiful City

We loved Monterosso! So happy to have picked this city to stay. Giovanna was easy to work with and the location couldn't have been better. We took a taxi from the train station because someone in our group had a broken leg. No taxis were really needed after that because everything was so close. We hope to return soon!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

28 October 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location!

Giovanni was very welcoming and communication was easy. The property was fine for 3 couples; however, there is no common space except for the kitchen. The street is noisy, so I would recommend ear plugs or a noise machine.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

19 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

We really enjoyed staying in the Italian apartment. It was in the center of all the activity (of course that means you can hear the activity). Monterossa was lovely. I would like to note that there isn't a main gathering area. Only the kitchen. It worked for us since we were out during the day and having dinner at night.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jill S.

24 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Multi generational family vacation

Overall the property was good. It was clean. Giovanna was responsive and timely. The property is in a great location to get to the hiking trail, beach and to catch a train or ferry. There are lots of restaurants and shops right outside the door. We were dropped off by car. It’s an easy 3 minute walk from the drop off. The downside to the location is the noise. Being so close to restaurants and shops brings people late in the evening and early in the morning. There are also trucks with supplies coming past the apartment early in the morning. Lastly, there is no common space to sit and relax together.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa G.

10 October 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good and Bad, In the Middle of it all

The location of this unit couldn’t be more convenient, but for that reason, it’s almost never quiet. Restaurants out the bedroom window had guests past midnight and street noise till 2am. And by 6am, vendors are rolling their carts through town and beginning to set up their shops. We had to time our arrival to meet someone to check in, which is always stressful. And we were given no specific info about where to park, etc. I think that some hosts need more guidance to properly manage the access and check in process, especially when the location has some unique access and driving rules. The big surprise is that there is no living room. We were surprised to find that this 3-bedroom unit had no common space to sit apart from the kitchen table.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy A.

26 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great Location - Tough Trek to Location

The location of this property is primo. However, it is very noisy even with the AC on due to the location. Also, there is no living area, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and a kitchen. All clean and AC works great but no central area to gather. Our biggest issue was the communication with Giovanna. She said she would help us with our luggage due to the ages of our guests and would meet us with her car at the parking structure, which is where everyone must park unless you have a parking sticker to come into the village. She never showed with her car or bothered to help us. This was was very disappointing. Hopefully, no one else will have this experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara B.

11 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The apartment was great, we had enough space for the 4 of us, centrally located and with all we needed handy. The communication with host was excellent from the beginning.Just be aware, If you are a light sleeper think about it, since the apartment is located in one of the main streets with bars, cafés, restaurants and stores, which are usually open until late or early in the morning. This will happen with any property located in the city centre, so if you don't like the noise you will need to look outside the main town.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa B.

2 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Monterosso Al Mare

Excellent location, would have loved a balcony but managed well without.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

22 October 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Right in the heart of it all

We had a wonderful stay. It was clean, spacious and convenient to everything.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Morgan W.

18 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, location

Disliked: Check-in

Clean, great location

The location of this property is fantastic, it is also very clean. The host met us at the location for check in, but there were no other check-in instructions and spotty reception made it difficult to communicate. This is a good place to stay if you plan on being out exploring a lot, and just sleeping in your accommodation at night. The living room is too small for groups to spend time in.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Sue N.

15 September 2024

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Cinque Terre

Upon selecting this VRBO we contacted the host to find out about parking our car. She assured me that there was parking but once we arrived, she could not assist us to get to the parking lot. Nor did she tell us we could not drive down the street at the end of Via Roma so we could load our suitcases. It cost us 65Euro for that mistake. We found the property dirty, the washing machine so rusted and mold inside that we could not use it, the stove, cups and pans were dirty. The bathroom had towels with stains on them. We could not get the TV to work. Everything was unplugged. Other than the apartment being in a wonderful location, there is nothing good about this accommodation.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

10 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot

This was a lovely spot in a lovely area. Great size for our party of 6.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy T.

5 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

In the center of the old town action, for better and worse

The apartment is near the center of old town, surrounded by restaurants, shops (the Basil Lab!), and tourist stuff. It's an easy stroll to the beach, the train, and (especially recommended) the ferry between the Cinque Terra towns. The internal space is excellent: three bedrooms, two baths, a decently furnished kitchen, even a small washing machine (although no separate living room area). The upside of the location is also the downside. Because you're right in the middle of the old town, there's a fair amount of noise from nearby bars and restaurants into the night and from moving dumpsters and garbage clean-up in the early morning. Also, during our visit in early June 2023 several of the best-known hiking trails along the coast were closed for repairs--so that's something to check if you are headed this way. We still had a great few days exploring the little town, riding the ferries, and getting some beach and swim time.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma M., Sacile, Italy

29 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in the heart of old town Monterosso!

We stayed in this guest house and it was a great deal for a big family. The location is excellent and there’s only one level of stairs to get to the apartment. Check in was very easy. It’s a simple apartment, but gets the job done for a great location!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marine F.

8 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

parfait

On remercie Giovanna pour son investissement, ce fut un réel plaisir d’échanger avec elle. Le logement est super : bonne localisation, bien équipée (Clim dans toutes les chambres). Rien à redire

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

5 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place to stay

The space was located in the middle of town. While it is a little noisy it is worth the convenience. It was very close to the beach and great restaurants.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary F., Independence

17 September 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property ID 6703705

Everything was lovely.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chiara P.

10 September 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Soggiorno 5 terre

Abbiamo trascorso tre giorni facendo la vita del "borgo" la casa è in pieno centro in mezzo ai vicoli, molto comoda come punto di partenza per esplorare tutti gli altri paesi.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

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