Il Sogno di Manarola by The First

It was clean

Currently the location is under construction and it feels like a cavern when you finally arrive and walk up to your room. Also how far up it was without a view not worth the climb to get there and there is not a terrace at this location for every guest to use. The only room that would have a view would be the upgraded room on the water side. There are many places to stay in town that have an actual terrace for all the guests to use that is overlooking the water.

Fantastic location, views, and spotlessly clean. Breakfast was amazing.

I do think Coffee facilities should be included in the price.

That view! Wow, spectacular. I didn’t want to leave the balcony ever. Well worth the many many steps! A perk of staying here was getting the tourist card which allowed us to walk the Via dell’Amore in reverse, and without a booking. It was a beautiful walk to Riomaggiore. I saw a lot of negative reviews about this property and I was worried I had made a mistake, but I think as long as you are prepared in advance, there’s little not to like. Firstly - no, this isn’t a hotel, there is no check in desk. The check in is carefully explained via WhatsApp and was very easy. Replies were always fast and helpful. Yes there are a lot of steps, but it’s the Cinque Terre! How else do you get that view. And no, nothing is included in the price like some other accommodation nearby. Yes it would be nice if it was but I think as long as you know in advance you can arrive prepared. I would happily stay here again.

It would benefit from a little maintenance.

The room Was ok

Ants in the bathroom No breakfast No entrance sign No personal communication only through whats up No refrigerator in the room