We stayed here in mid-April. Also stayed in Vernazza. Our recommendation to anyone going to Cinque Terre: ignore RS's advice: base your stay in Riomaggiore & book your room at the Alla Marina. Sandro was very friendly & very helpful; our room(s) new, clean, & spacious; the location & view fantastic. Restaurant recommendations: definitely Marina Piccola in Manarola (Irene is... More

My evaluation for this place is mix. In general I feel that it is overrated here for what it is. In short: great room, very nice and friendly owner, but the breakfast and coffee? Absolutely disappointing. And this factor alone for it being a bed and “breakfast” means a star or two should be taken off the rating. I’d most... More

We've just stayed in this B&B last week in Riomaggiore, first time for us to stay in a B&B, so little nervous for sure. Alla Marina is a great surprise to us, clean, neat, newly remodelled, beat the 4 start hotel we stayed in florence, not to mention the price. The house is a 13 century old home, right by... More

I loved staying here so much! The property was completely updated and modern, and the bathroom felt so luxurious, with slate tiles and gleaming fixtures. The building is medieval, with walls several feet thick, so there is no noise problem at all. The location could not be better. We had the room without the ocean view, and let me tell... More

Alla Marina helped turn what was the worst day of our 2 week Italy holiday into an enjoyable one. We had planned to travel to Cinque Terre by car but our car broke down along the way and we had to take the train in the last minute which was a very stressful situation given how much luggage we had.... More

We chose Alla Marina after reading all the excellent reviews here and found they were all true - not exaggerated one bit. Sandro is a most helpful and gracious host. Cinque Terre is a mind-blowing destination on its own, but staying here has really made it the highlight of our honeymoon. More

Sandro and his staff were excellent insisting on meeting us off the train and helping with our bags. He was extremely helpful and since the premises have only recently been renovated everything worked a treat. Very reasonable cost and very helpful in regards of selecting restaurants and where and what to do. Sandro is topnotch! More

Our stay at Alla Marina in the quaint sea-side village of Riomaggiore was our most memorable experience as we travelled through-out Italy. Sandro was most gracious as he greeted us with refreshments, carried our luggage and gave us great tour advice for the region. Our room was so beautiful and truely a reflection of this lovely fishing village. Mother and... More

Form the beginning the communication from Sandro was quick and helpful. One day before we were to arrive, he sent an email stating his hot water heater had been struck by lightning and would not be working during our stay. (we were there for two nights) He gave us the option of cancelling with no penalty, or staying but with... More