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La Spezia by The First

Guesthouse in La Spezia, 7-minute walk to Gulf of La Spezia

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

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Via Persio Aulo Flacco, 49, La Spezia, SP, 19121
  • Place, Castello San Giorgio
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, La Spezia Cruise Terminal
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Garibaldi
    ‪11 min walk‬

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Deluxe Room, City View

  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, City View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, Balcony, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite, City View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Junior Suite, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Honeymoon Suite, Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room (Internal View)

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, City View | Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Deluxe Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Presidential Suite, City View, Annex Building

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, Balcony, Annex Building

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, City View, Annex Building

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Honeymoon Suite, City View, Annex Building

  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Courtyard View, Annex Building

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

La Spezia

Located in La Spezia Historic Centre within a short stroll of Gulf of La Spezia, La Spezia by The First is within a 15-minute drive of Montemarcello Regional Park. This 11-room guesthouse has in-room conveniences like minibars, espresso makers, and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • La Spezia Ferry Dock - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Naval Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Castello San Giorgio - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • La Spezia Cruise Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Piazza Garibaldi - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • La Spezia Centrale Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Dai Pescatori - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Doria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪DOC SHOW La Spezia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kairos - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Formidable Griglieria - ‬3 min walk

About this property

La Spezia by The First

Guesthouse in La Spezia, 7-minute walk to Gulf of La Spezia
La Spezia by The First features free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions.
28-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in Frette Italian sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include minibars, espresso makers, and safes.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: EUR 20 per person

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to download the property's whatsapp mobile app before check-in
At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property comprises the main building and an annex building. The annex building is located 165 feet (50 meters) from the main building.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 1 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 20.00 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services.
Property Registration Number IT011015B4FBJDJNCB

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and the test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

First Spezia 5 Terre Guesthouse
First Spezia 5 Terre
First 5 Terre
The First La Spezia 5 Terre
Spezia By The First Spezia
The First La Spezia 5 Terre
La Spezia by The First La Spezia
La Spezia by The First Guesthouse
La Spezia by The First Luxury Rooms Suites
La Spezia by The First Guesthouse La Spezia

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at La Spezia by The First?

La Spezia by The First provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near La Spezia by The First?

This guesthouse is situated in La Spezia Historic Centre, just steps from Naval Museum and CAMeC, and within a short walk of Gulf of La Spezia. You'll also find Castello San Giorgio and Piazza Garibaldi less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at La Spezia by The First?

No, there isn't parking available at the guesthouse.

Does La Spezia by The First feature a casino at the property?

No, La Spezia by The First doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at La Spezia by The First?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is La Spezia by The First a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this guesthouse include a minibar, premium Italian sheets, and a rainfall showerhead.

Are there hot tubs at La Spezia by The First?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does La Spezia by The First have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

La Spezia by The First offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will La Spezia by The First allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at La Spezia by The First.

Does La Spezia by The First have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Can I book a room with a balcony at La Spezia by The First?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a balcony where guests can enjoy city or courtyard views.

La Spezia by The First Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 173 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GRISELL

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A magic place

The most wonderful plays city every thing it is yous in love
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Sara

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I’ve received an email from Expedia informing me where to go for the check-in. The location is NOT where the apartment is, but in a restricted area. I would have needed a permit to reach the place for the check in. Did not get any and when asked for help, the staff via WhatsApp was rude. Via WhatsApp I’ve received different information on how to access the apartment. I will receive a ticket because I went to their offices for check in!!!! Also, I’ve asked for WIFI password and the answer via WhatsApp was: we already gave it to you. What manners are these???!!?? Anyhow, be ready for bad assistance and bad A/C.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kiana

Disliked: Staff & service
Very stressful and disappointing experience with this property. Despite the listing stating that check-in was available in person between 7:30 AM and 7:30 PM, the host contacted me via WhatsApp, asking for personal information without any prior notice or confirmation through Expedia. I asked multiple times to continue communication through Expedia's chat, but the host ignored those requests and insisted on using WhatsApp — which goes against Expedia’s own safety guidelines. Even worse, the host completely stopped responding to messages and phone calls the evening before my arrival (well within the advertised reception hours) and did not reply until late the next morning. This left me feeling unsafe and unsupported in a foreign country, and I had no choice but to book a different accommodation last minute. No traveler should be put in that position. I don’t recommend this property to anyone looking for a safe and reliable booking experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jaclyn

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Excellent accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great property, located right by the harbor and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

ANDRES

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
it is not a hotel, it is a rental apt with no staff on site
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Loi

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Guy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xristos

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

In need of attention.

The check in process was horrible. We received an email telling us to attend their offices, we did and there was no one there. We assumed that they were closed for lunch so kept checking back. Eventually we called and emailed them and they told us that the office was not manned and that check in was all automated. At the site, another customer banged on our door because they couldn't get the automated exit door to work for them. It took us a couple of minutes to figure it out IF this was an emergency due to a fire, people would have died. This door NEEDS to be replaced with an emergency exit feature.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Hi So I have some very clear feedback for this place. The unit was very good and was very convenient to go to CinqueTerre villages. BUT - and it’s a major “BUT” - the service was TERRIBLE. First of all - the person managing the checkin was only doing this over WhatsApp. He won’t take a phone call, won’t answer my concerns on WhatsApp and will just send instructions that were inportant to him (for eg pay this city tax etc.) We were traveling were kids - so wanted to understand bed configuration etc. The guy on WhatsApp would never respond properly, was very curt and only texted when he wanted to give us some instructions. We never once felt welcome. The AC wasn’t working the first night - but, ofcourse, the person on WhatsApp with us never cared to apologize for that. For the second night - we had to keep following up (delicately - because we were worried the guy will get upset and just stop caring to respond) and never felt the person was accountable to solve it. We were shocked by the lack of customer service. And inspite the good property, I don’t intend to come here again. I will recommend hotels.com to reconsider keeping them on their list. I can guarantee we aren’t the first one shocked by this lack of customer service. Also - just go scroll the feedback these guys are getting on the internet. Very similar to what I have raised here. I request you guys to reconsider being affliated to them! Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In spite of no personnel present at check in, it went quite smoothly after reading all instructions. Room was immaculate and well equipped. Electronics are very well accommodated. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bassam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Salvatore

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No answer to phone calls or messages till the day before arrival
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Check in process was a nightmare! Do NOT book this property unless you use WhatsApp and plan to have cell service while in country. There was no other option to receive the check in information and building codes. No flexibility was offered, and no sympathy was expressed by the manager. We were told we'd be "outside," unless we were able to use WhatsApp. The room was not even at the address listed on orbitz and was actually around the block. It was a stranger letting us borrow her phone that ultimately allowed us to access our room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaheen

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maureen

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Bethany

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed once we finally found it

This was an interesting experience. We spent nearly an hour trying to find the “hotel”, which proved to be difficult bc it’s not a hotel. Thankfully some locals saw us struggling with our luggage and came to help. The ROOM itself looks just as pictured. However, everything else is quite sketchy. Upon arrival we were asked for our what’s app info to send us instructions on how to get in. There was this building (with spray paint graffiti all around and metal bars on windows and doors) that we needed a code to get into. We got the code and were instructed to go to a lockbox that had a key for us. No receptionist/concierge (as their website mentions concierge, food, tours, etc…but we never saw a soul). The website also shows photos of a different town that is a train ride away as if it’s near the “hotel”. We honestly almost left and ate the price. After an hour discussion, we decided that we would be taking trains each day to explore this area of Italy anyways and the room itself was fine, so we did end up staying. I was very much looking forward to a luxury hotel for this part of the trip and that’s absolutely not what this is. Again, the room/bathroom is exactly as pictured except for some minor broken things that don’t matter (like some paint needing touched up or shower drain loose etc). We definitely felt duped.
Getting to the room
The balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No front desk, so check in & keys must be coordinated, but once we were in, the room was great. Walkable to everything we wanted to see and do! Lots of shopping and dining options. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mariano

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and close to the marina
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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