Dont Miss The Seafood In Cinque Terre

If you are in The Cinque Terre, don't miss eating at CIAK ( pronounced Chuck ) in Monterosso. My daughter and I shared the Ravioli and Shrimp which was a dish for a minimum of 2 people. It was served in a large earthanware pot, steaming hot. There was enough for 4 people! We also ordered the grilled sea bass which was the fresh fish of the day. It was brought out whole and filleted at the table side. We went back again and ordered the Steamed Mussels and Spaghetti with Seafood. Both were to die for! Across the street is the restaurants wine store which stocks an exclusive selection of local wines and other local specialities and fresh produce from their own farm. A great little family restaurant and some of the best food in the region! Enjoy!

Good Accomodation But Book Early!

It is not easy to find accommodation in the Cinque Terre (Monterosso, Vernazza, Manarola, Corniglia, Riomaggiore) unless you book ahead. You can try to arrive without reservations, but from June to September it is almost impossible to find a free bed in these little villages. The only chance you have is to arrive early in the morning and see if anything is available.

The links provided through this web site are your best source for learning about the range of accomodation types available, and will assist you in making forward bookings. Ensure that you get confirmation of your bookings through these websites and we would advise you to contact your hotels for further confirmation when you first arrive in the Cinque Terre.

Monterosso being the largest of the Cinque Terre villages has a good range of accomodation available. However, due to the popularity of the area during peak tourist months, you may find it difficult to get the bookings that you prefer unless you book many months ahead of your intended travel dates.

The towns of Levanto, La Specia and Portovenere are larger than the Cinque Terre villages and have a lot of accommodation including hotels, camping areas, bed & breakfasts rooms and vacation apartment rentals. You can select from a good choice of places and prices and it is easy to travel to the Cinque Terre villages from there, either by the local coastal train or by ferry. Even towns further afield, such as Portofino, are still within easy travelling distance of the Italian Riviera attractions.

Most of the hotel style accomodation is regarded as being 3-star quality and are family owned and operated. Most rooms are expected to have ensuite bathroom facilities though some hotels have cheaper options with shared bathroom facilities.

There are a lot of privately owned bed and breakfast homes and these are a popular tourist choice for couples and individuals. Facilities are what you would expect to find in a small family home. Many are located just outside the actual villages, some have spectacular views over the ocean and down the coastline. Prices can vary but €80 to €100 per night is typical.

Remember: Make your reservation months before your arrival. Then make a confirmation as soon as you get to the area. Above all, have a great holiday!