Your stay — La Terrazza85
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The Property — La Terrazza85
La Terrazza85 is a small, family-run three-star on the fifth floor of a modern block near La Spezia’s main shopping street. The lobby is compact and tiled, with a lift, a few armchairs and a breakfast room that doubles as a lounge. Its USP is the rooftop terrace — a tiled space with tables, umbrellas and a view over the rooftops towards the Gulf of Poets. It suits independent, budget-conscious travellers who want a central base for visiting the Cinque Terre, not a resort or boutique design hotel.
Chronicles of La Spezia
La Spezia grew from a fishing village to a major naval base after the unification of Italy in 1861, when the Regia Marina built the Arsenale Militare, still active today. The medieval core around Piazza delle Erbe was largely rebuilt in the 19th and early 20th centuries, giving the centre a grid of wide streets and Liberty-style palazzi. The city’s contemporary identity is split: a working port and naval town by day, and a quieter, more provincial place in the evening, with a growing food scene focused on Ligurian seafood and pesto. It serves as the main transport hub for the Cinque Terre, balancing its own cultural heft — the Museo Tecnico Navale is one of Europe’s best maritime museums — with a constant flow of tourists using the train station.
Best Time to Visit
Full La Spezia guide →Best months
May and September: warm (22–26°C), low chance of rain, and fewer crowds than July–August. June is also good but becomes busier from mid-month.
Peak / festival surge
July–August: La Spezia is at its hottest (28–32°C) and busiest because of Cinque Terre day-trippers. Hotel prices in La Spezia rise by 30–50% versus May. No specific festival in July, but the Santa Maria Assunta Ferragosto celebrations (15 August) spike demand for the week around it.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: temperatures 15–20°C, frequent showers, but hotels drop to 60–70% of July rates. The city is much quieter, especially after the last train to Cinque Terre leaves.
Weather & packing
La Spezia’s microclimate is more humid than the coastal villages; July afternoons can feel sticky under a low cloud ceiling. Pack light cotton clothes, a hat and sunscreen for the terrace, but also a light rain jacket for possible late-evening thunderstorms.
Live City Briefing — La Spezia
- The train line between La Spezia and the Cinque Terre villages is operating normally in summer 2026, but expect frequent cancellations or delays on weekends due to overcrowding. Buy a Cinque Terre Treno Card online in advance.
- The new pedestrianised zone on Via del Prione, the main shopping street, is fully complete as of spring 2025, making it easier to walk from La Terrazza85 to the waterfront.
- Summer 2026 sees the return of the 'Palio del Golfo' rowing race on La Spezia’s waterfront on the first Sunday of August, with practices starting in late July — expect noise and closed roads near the harbour.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La Terrazza85, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the inner courtyard. These upper floors escape street-level bustle and the courtyard orientation buffers traffic noise from Via Carducci or nearby piazzas. The building's 5 floors mean these are high enough for quieter sleep without being top-floor hot.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (ground level) or any facing the main street – likely Via Carducci or a busy side road in La Spezia’s centre. Ground floor catches foot traffic chatter, cigarette smoke from passers-by, and possible café or shop noise if the building has commercial units on street level.
Best views
Courtyard-side rooms on floors 3-4 offer a quiet, domestic view of tiles and shutters. If you’re after a city view, a street-side room on floor 4 or 5 gives rooftops and a glimpse of the port – but accept traffic noise in return.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. The lift rarely runs express, and upper floors are further from street noise and lobby activity.
🔊 Noise notes
La Spezia’s historic centre has pedestrianised zones but also delivery vans, scooters, and late-night bar crowds on Via del Prione or Piazzale Battisti. The hotel sits on a main road near the train station – expect early morning rumble from buses and taxis. Ask for courtyard side to dodge most of it.
Insider tips
1. Check-in can be at a bar or café next door if reception is unattended – look for a sign or text the number on your booking confirmation. 2. Request a room with a fan or openable window (common in 3-star Italian hotels) – AC may be limited to certain floors, and La Spezia gets muggy. 3. If arriving by car, ask about free street parking in the Blue Zone after 8pm or a public garage 200m away instead of the hotel’s paid lot.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — La Terrazza85
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed is about 30 Mbps download, no login constraints
One small lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free access to PressReader via QR code at reception
Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 if room not ready; late check-out until 12:00 for €25 (must request by 18:00 prior)
Free luggage storage at reception after check-out or before check-in
No step-free access; one step at entrance and lift is narrow (70 cm) – not suitable for large wheelchairs
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Park Piazza Brin, €15 per night (open 24h); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night, children under 12 exempt
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment required at booking; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Lorenzo (306 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Oratorio di San Rocco (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Santuario di Nostra Signora della Salute (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Oratorio di Sant'Antonio (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Bonfiglio — 289 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 128 m · ~2 min walk
Farmacia Succursale — 180 m · ~2 min walk
Mini Market — 114 m · ~1 min walk
Manarola — 236 m · ~3 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at train stations or tourist spots — poor rates and high fees.
Cards accepted in most shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) widely used; cash needed for small markets, some bars, and street food stalls.
Tipping is not expected. Round up the bill in restaurants for good service (€1–2), taxis round to the nearest euro, hotel staff €1 per bag for porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a stand-up bar: €1.10–€1.30.
Pizza slice or focaccia from a bakery: €4–€6.
A simple pasta or pizza main in a trattoria: €10–€14.
Via del Prione has several cheap focaccia and panini spots; the morning market near Piazza Cavour has fresh street snacks.
Coop, Conad, and MD Discount are the common budget supermarkets in La Spezia.
Via del Prione and Corso Cavour have affordable high-street chains like OVS, H&M, and local budget stores.
Single bus ticket €1.50 (valid 90 min); a day pass (24h) is around €4.50. Budget from airport (Pisa): train direct from Pisa Centrale to La Spezia (€11–€15, 1.5h).
Buy groceries at Conad/MD for picnics instead of eating out; get the Cinque Terre Train Card if you plan multiple stops (€18.20/day) rather than single tickets; visit free sights like the waterfront promenade or the Museo Civico Amedeo Lia (€4 entry, but free first Sunday of month).
Good to know — La Spezia
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in La Spezia, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at La Terrazza85
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 128 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Succursale — 180 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →La Spezia Centrale station (bus stop 'Stazione FS') → Hotel Stella (stop 'Via Fiume/Cavour')
💡 Hardly necessary — it’s a 500m walk. But if you have heavy bags, single tickets (biglietto corsa singola) are sold at the tabacchi inside the station. Validate it in the machine onboard; the fine is €60.
Pisa Airport bus stop (outside arrivals) → La Spezia bus station
💡 Book online in advance (€8–12) for the cheapest fare. The bus drops you at Piazza Brin, a 10-min walk to the hotel — cut through the market hall if it’s open. Luggage goes in the hold, no weight limit issues.
Pisa Airport (platform at station ground level) → La Spezia Centrale (then 5-min walk to Hotel Stella)
💡 Buy the Pisa Mover ticket (€2.70, cash only at the airport machine) to reach Pisa Centrale, then a regional train to La Spezia. Avoid the Intercity — it costs triple and barely saves time. The hotel is a block from the station, turn left on Via Fiume.
Pisa International Airport (PSA) → Hotel Stella, La Spezia
💡 Book a shared transfer via ShuttleDirect or getDriver for around €50 per person. A standard taxi from the rank costs more, but always confirm the fixed price before you set off — drivers often add a surcharge after 10pm.
About La Spezia
Wikipedia ↗
La Spezia is a city and municipality at the head of the Gulf of La Spezia in the eastern part of the region of Liguria in Italy, the capital of the Province of La Spezia. With a population of 92,711, it is the 2nd-largest municipality in Liguria and the 52-largest in Italy. La Spezia is the second-...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at La Terrazza85?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the inner courtyard. These upper floors escape street-level bustle and the courtyard orientation buffers traffic noise from Via Carducci or nearby piazzas. The building's 5 floors mean these are high enough for quieter sleep without being top-floor hot.
Which rooms should I avoid at La Terrazza85?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (ground level) or any facing the main street – likely Via Carducci or a busy side road in La Spezia’s centre. Ground floor catches foot traffic chatter, cigarette smoke from passers-by, and possible café or shop noise if the building has commercial units on street level.
Is La Terrazza85 noisy?
La Spezia’s historic centre has pedestrianised zones but also delivery vans, scooters, and late-night bar crowds on Via del Prione or Piazzale Battisti. The hotel sits on a main road near the train station – expect early morning rumble from buses and taxis. Ask for courtyard side to dodge most of it.
Which rooms have the best views at La Terrazza85?
Courtyard-side rooms on floors 3-4 offer a quiet, domestic view of tiles and shutters. If you’re after a city view, a street-side room on floor 4 or 5 gives rooftops and a glimpse of the port – but accept traffic noise in return.
What are insider tips for staying at La Terrazza85?
1. Check-in can be at a bar or café next door if reception is unattended – look for a sign or text the number on your booking confirmation. 2. Request a room with a fan or openable window (common in 3-star Italian hotels) – AC may be limited to certain floors, and La Spezia gets muggy. 3. If arriving by car, ask about free street parking in the Blue Zone after 8pm or a public garage 200m away instead of the hotel’s paid lot.
What time is check-in at La Terrazza85?
Check-in at La Terrazza85 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La Terrazza85 have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed is about 30 Mbps download, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at La Terrazza85?
€2.00 per person per night, children under 12 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near La Terrazza85?
Pizza slice or focaccia from a bakery: €4–€6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La Terrazza85?
Single bus ticket €1.50 (valid 90 min); a day pass (24h) is around €4.50. Budget from airport (Pisa): train direct from Pisa Centrale to La Spezia (€11–€15, 1.5h).
When is the best time to visit La Spezia?
May and September: warm (22–26°C), low chance of rain, and fewer crowds than July–August. June is also good but becomes busier from mid-month.
Top Attractions in La Spezia
💡 It's on a small lane off Via del Prione. Look for the bell tower poking above the drying laundry. Combo walk: visit here, then head up the steps to the castle.
💡 Take coffee at Bar Il Molo on the corner – they do a decent espresso for €1.20. Best light for photos is early morning before the cruise crowds appear.
💡 Take the ferry from La Spezia to Porto Venere (cheap, runs regularly) then walk back along the coastal trail. It's about 6km, decently marked, and saves you backtracking.
💡 Walk up via the Salita della Cittadella—steep but cuter than the road. Skip the museum if you're cash-strapped; the ramparts and view alone justify the ticket.
💡 Photography is partly restricted inside, but the outdoor collection of anchors and propellers is fair game. Go on a weekday morning to avoid school groups.