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La Locanda del Podestà

Property with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Ferry Terminal

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Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Mountain view
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Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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Via Castè 17, Ricco del Golfo di Spezia, SP, 19020
  • Guvano Beach
  • Ferry Terminal
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Castle of Riomaggiore
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Room options

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Triple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Ricco del Golfo di Spezia

La Locanda del Podestà places you 6 mi (9.6 km) from Ferry Terminal. This 6-room property has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Ferry Terminal - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • La Spezia Cruise Terminal - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Castle of Riomaggiore - 11 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Vernazza Beach - 22 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Monterosso Beach - 27 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

  • La Spezia Migliarina Station - 11 min drive
  • Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Osteria da Caran - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pia 'N' caffe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪MiVà Sant'Agostino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪La Gira - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar Nuovo di Taiola Antonietta - ‬9 min drive

About this property

La Locanda del Podestà

Property with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Ferry Terminal
At La Locanda del Podestà, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
All 6 heated rooms provide desks and wardrobes or closets. 15-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and bidets.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 15-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-5 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

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.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Locanda Podestà
Locanda Podestà Inn
Locanda Podestà Inn Ricco del Golfo di Spezia
Locanda Podestà Ricco del Golfo di Spezia
La Locanda del Podestà Inn
La Locanda del Podestà Ricco del Golfo di Spezia
La Locanda del Podestà Inn Ricco del Golfo di Spezia

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at La Locanda del Podestà?

La Locanda del Podestà provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see around La Locanda del Podestà?

This property is located in Ricco del Golfo di Spezia, close to Ferry Terminal, La Spezia Cruise Terminal, and Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area. You'll also find National Museum of Transport and Corso Cavour within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at La Locanda del Podestà?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the property.

Does La Locanda del Podestà include a casino?

No, La Locanda del Podestà doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at La Locanda del Podestà?

No, there is no indoor pool at this property.

Is La Locanda del Podestà a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this property, including a bar, a restaurant, and private dining.

Does La Locanda del Podestà have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, La Locanda del Podestà serves free breakfast (local cuisine) each morning from its restaurant.

Does La Locanda del Podestà allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs stay free at La Locanda del Podestà and the property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at La Locanda del Podestà?

No, at La Locanda del Podestà, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

La Locanda del Podestà Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 101 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alex

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

Hidden gem

Incredible old world experience. Have a small car. Parking is tight. Excellent dinner def have it and breakfast is delicious which is included. She is like my grandma so nice and caring. And he room is huge.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

A gem of a find in the hills above La Spezia

Driving up the coast we booked this via hotel.com on the afternoon of our stay and it was a real gem of a find. Situated in the hills above La Spezia it's a delightfully rustic and charming family run hotel and the rate, given the quality of our stay, was pretty amazing. Our room was fairly spacious with en suite bathroom and glorious views from the window across the hills and the wifi was very good in the room and on the patio. The drive up to the hotel is via a narrow winding road but there's room enough at the summit for parking and a very short walk to the hotel and up the steps to the rooms. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, despite a language barrier that wasn't really a problem at all, giving us maps to the local area outlining some of the best excursions. I really wish we'd found the place earlier and could happily have spent a few days here, but sadly had to dash north the next day to Milan. Our stay fell on my birthday and I can't think of a better place to spend it. I would most definitely give make a return visit. 10/10

10/10 Excellent

tina and david, ontario, canada

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

Beautiful secluded gem!

We booked the room last minute for an unexpected overnight stay. The host was very accommodating to our request for a late check in. The place is beautiful, quaint, comfortable. The host even went out of her way to find us a bottle of wine late at night when we arrived. Nice breakfast in the morning. Would definitely recommend this little hidden gem.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

Marcela, Miami

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

Great Host

The hotel has everything you need, the only thing is the location, it is a beautiful area but it's far, we had a good experience because the Owner was a great host and offered to pick up/drop off us at La Spezia Central Station EVERY DAY (Thank God, because taxis are €25 each way), otherwise you will need a car to reach the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

CHAZA

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

Best property of the region

Absolutely stunning property, very clean, topical house of the region, very cute and relaxing. We always go to big names chain hotels. And this one beat them all with it's character. Ones you are there you have to visit portovenere. It's the best of Italian riviera.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Isolated

As the hotel said no parking, we had no car. It is a $25 Euro cab from LaSpezia train depot. Lovely setting however it is 15 min auto ride to town. Minimal bkfst at hotel and no food or drink service otherwise. Hotel Mgr speaks no English and is only person there. Minimal wifi svc in portions of building. Lovely spot to be totally alone and enjoy peace and quiet..otherwise find somewhere else.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

stephen

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

A great find but hard to find

Great place when you out find it it took me just 2 hours and 5 chat with locals. In the end a very nice man jumped in his car and I followed him for 10 minutes up a very small road to the top of the hill. The owner could not have been nicer. Interesting place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Nikhil

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

Perfecto!!!!!

The best location to stay if you visit La Spezia or Cinque Terre with family. Located up on a hill top free from the hustle and bustles of Vehicular movements and the possibility to woke up to the live orchestra conducted by the Birds and the winds from the woods. The host is really a helpful lady and very caring. Things will be much easier if you have a Car as the location is situated on the top of an hill and public transport is not available after 6.30 PM from La Spezia. We arrived with out a car in the late night and found us very lucky to get help from the kind host who took her car out just to pick us up to the accommodation and also drove us local restaurant in La Spezia for the Dinner in the late night. Perfect place to spend a vacation.

2/10 Terrible

Lucia, Montreal Canada

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

Never ever

Never ever same hotel! False info, false advertizing, wrong address on booking confirmation, bad indications on the road, nobody to welcome you at reception, lost entire day on the area, had to relocalize in real time! Please refund!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Recommended!

Decent. Place to sleep. No frills. Private bathroom a + (apparently uncommon in the region)

10/10 Excellent

kevs, M

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

Great stay

Great place to stay if you want to be exclusive. Lovely place and would stay there again . Wish the restraint was open and wifi was a bit stronger .

10/10 Excellent

Evan, Lutz

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

For Adventurous Romantics

Most memorable stay of our 4 week vacation. Will have a wealth of stories to share with friends. Reaching this location should only be attempted in daylight with a GPS and preferably a small car. Very rustic and romantic with great views. Roomy with modern baths cleverly and tastefully added. Breakfast was delicious and with a scenic overlook from the mountain through a window lined with flowers. Perfect place for the most adventurous romantic couple.

8/10 Good

Jennifer, Tewksbury

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

Rustic and beautiful

The hotel was beautiful and rustic with gorgeous views and friendly staff. This is not the place to stay if you want to be in the lap of luxury (air conditioning, lots of space, a concierge who speaks English). If you are looking for a traditional Italian B&B, then you will love this hotel! The hotel is located about 30 minutes from Cinque terre and you need a car if you plan to stay here. Overall, I would definitely stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

EDawg

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

Adorable place to stay

This hotel is set away about 15 minutes from La Spezia, near Cinque Terre, in the hillsides. Even though you're not on the water, the view is no less spectacular! I loved staying here and would do it again in a heart beat. Not a good option to stay at this hotel if you don't have a car. It is not near any public transit, as it is up on a hillside. Thankfully, I was ona a road trip, but not everyone who was staying there at the time was in the same boat. The wifi was also a bit weak unless you are standing in the hallway. The owners/managers are all incredibly sweet, but it does help if you speak at least a little Italian, or enough Spanish to understand what's going on, since their English is not very strong.

10/10 Excellent

h lambert, boulder co usa

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

secluded but fabulous

it was hard to find, located in the hills on a dead end road. once found it was a gem. our private secluded castle with a nice restaurant. beautiful surrounding rolling forested hills, and just 20 minutes to porto venere and cinque terre. WOW!

8/10 Good

Andy, USA

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

Rustic and Romantic

This is for you if you want a romantic getaway in the countryside.This is really a hermitage not a hotel and is part of a very old historic structure on top of a hill. .It is a challange to find your way there and without the GPS we would have been lost .Be sure not to get the room above the restaurant as there is lots of noise till late at night .The restaurant serves excellent local food . There is no parking and you have to park on the side of a steep and narrow road and carry your luggage up 65 stairs.

8/10 Good

Art and Jamie, California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Away from it all ... Exotic experience

What a great experience. A little hard to find and parking on the side of a narrow country road. I wouldn't hesitate returning though. Great room and private bathroom. Window looks out into an amazing view of hills above Cinque Terra (no ocean view). Attached restaurant served very good food and reasonable prices.

8/10 Good

Miranda

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

A lovely stay at a charming location

The hotel is better described as a B&B - it has a relaxed approach (we arrived to find a note on the door saying the owner only opens for check-in between 3pm and 7pm). But the place almost feels like a family home for all that and the owner couldn't have been friendlier and more helpful. It's a very pretty place with gorgeous views over the hills. You definitely need a car as it is quite a way from the nearest town (La Spezia) - however parking is just on the side of the extremely narrow road. The room was very nice and clean. We were allowed to bring our own food to have an evening picnic in the courtyard which was very nice (the restaurant, except for breakfast, was closed). It is great value for money, importantly. We had a lovely stay here.

8/10 Good

Cindy

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

Remote village

We enjoyed our time there. We were surprised at how remote the village is and there are no stores but it is within hiking distrance of the upper trails above Cinque Terre. The terrace was beautiful with flowers and the view.

8/10 Good

K.T.

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

Quiet getaway

It was a lovely and calm location but too far from the city. Definitely need a car to get around town. Rosella was fabulous and very generous in her time. The room was spacious and very clean. Great place to relax.

8/10 Good

Anthony

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

Quite isolated but very quiet.

Quite isolated. As we were the only guests the dining room was not available for dinner (understandable) so we had to drive 20 km to find a restaurant and found La Spezia a very modern town very confusing to drive in to. Breakfast was European standard (cafe, croissants, jam, pastry). La Laconda was very well kept and clean but hard to get luggage up the many steps to the room. The only parking was on the end of the mountain road with very limited parking spaces and quite a long way to get the luggage to the hotel. Very polite and attentive staff person but with very limited English.

10/10 Excellent

dianne, bern, switzerland

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

awesome bed and breakfast

my stay here was absolutely perfect. The staff was excellent and very kind and the location was beautiful. Especially if you like to hike.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

La Locanda del Podestà

Lovely guesthouse in quiet village in the hills. It was very peaceful and relaxing as it is tucked away. The terrace was a perfect setting to eat dinner. The food was absolutely delicious; homemade and well worth it.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Fantastic B&B

Very charming place in a remote hamlet. Superb.

8/10 Good

Leah, New York

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

Great people, terrible location

Beautiful hotel located way off the beaten path. Wonderful people, nice service, decent breakfast. The only problem we had was the location. Unless you have a car do not book this hotel. It is close to the train station by car, but unaccessible except by taxi if you don't have one. The owner kindly drove us to the station, but to save some headaches get something closer if you're without a vehicle.