Casa delle Rondini, the perfect location for the Cinque Terre

Strategically located for visiting the Cinque Terre and the entire Gulf of the Poets (Portovenere, Lerici, Tellaro), this charming apartment—equipped with every comfort and located on a high floor of a historic building—welcomes you. It’s just a stone’s throw from the train station (50 meters), the city center, and public transportation stops that take you to the most popular tourist destinations in 15 to 30 minutes. to the most famous tourist destinations. The area is adjacent to the pedestrian zone and offers shops, cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, banks, and more. The apartment is divided into a living area, featuring a small living room and kitchenette, and a sleeping area, with a bedroom and bathroom. Suitable for two people, it can also accommodate a third guest with a single bed in the living room, and a crib is available upon request. Casa delle Rondini is equipped with every comfort and amenity for your stay, and you’ll be greeted with welcome gifts. The apartment, located on the fourth floor without an elevator, enjoys a magnificent view of the hills surrounding the city of La Spezia, and although it is near the train station, it remains quiet even with the windows open. In addition to the train station—which provides quick access to the Cinque Terre, the eastern coast of Liguria, Lunigiana, and Versilia—there’s a bus stop right outside the apartment for Lerici, and the stop for Portovenere is just a 5-minute walk away. A 10-minute walk also takes you to La Spezia’s waterfront, where boats depart for Palmaria Island, Pozzale, Portovenere, and other destinations in the Gulf, as well as for tours of the Cinque Terre. The historic neighborhood where Casa delle Rondini is located dates back to the 19th century and is known as “Umbertino”; it was founded in 1815 and began to expand in 1857 with the construction of the Military Arsenal. The neighborhood features many buildings constructed in eclectic and Art Nouveau styles; among them, Palazzo Domenichini Malatesta—where Casa delle Rondini is located—stands out. It was built between 1905 and 1909.

The apartment is air-conditioned and features a separate bedroom. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a stovetop.