Al Mare is a guesthouse on Via Fegina 72, on the new-town side of Monterosso al Mare, the stretch of sea front that runs from the station along the beach. Its appeal is plain: Monterosso station and Fegina Beach are about a minute away on foot, and the old town beach is roughly six minutes. For a trip built around trains, short walks and a swim, that is about as convenient as the village gets, and it is why small places along Via Fegina are popular with visitors who plan to use the railway to reach the other four villages. Be clear about what it is. The property has few rooms, no lobby and no front desk, according to a guest review, so it works best for self-sufficient travellers who message the host about arrival and keys. It scores 8.4 from five reviews, a small sample, with cleanliness and location both rated 10.
Location and getting around
Via Fegina is flat, close to the water and one of the easiest streets in the area for people with luggage. The station is a minute away, which means trains toward Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore are close, and the walk to the old town is along the promenade and through a tunnel. Parking is not offered, so arrive by train. In the warm months the beach is the main draw, and in winter the promenade is quiet and pleasant for a walk.
The rooms
The property lists a double room with a sea view, a double room with a balcony and sea view, each about 194 square feet with a queen bed for two, and a triple room of about 237 square feet with a twin and a queen bed. Air conditioning, heating and fans are listed, along with safes, flat-screen televisions, small refrigerators, desks and bathrooms with a shower and bidet. Daily housekeeping is provided. Ask for a sea-view or balcony room if you want the water, and confirm which floor you will be on.
Who it suits
Couples and small groups on a budget who want a simple base by the station and the beach. A guest review mentions a third-floor room without an elevator, so it is not ideal for anyone with limited mobility or heavy bags. Pets are not allowed. Because there is no front desk, make sure you have clear arrival instructions and a phone number before you travel, particularly if you will arrive late.
Good to know
Check-in runs from 2 to 6 in the afternoon and after-hours check-in is not available, which is tighter than at many hotels, so plan your arrival time. Check-out is at 11. Free cancellation is offered on some rates. In low season some seafront cafes close, and the water is cold, but the village is calm and the prices are lower. Check the park's pages for the winter weekends when no trains run between Corniglia and La Spezia.
Why stay here
- ✓Sea-view rooms
- ✓Balcony rooms
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Heating
- ✓In-room safe
- ✓Flat-screen TV
- ✓Small refrigerator
- ✓Daily housekeeping
Good questions
How far is Al Mare from the station and beach?+
Monterosso station and Fegina Beach are about a minute on foot, and the old town beach is roughly six minutes, according to the booking page.
Is there a front desk or a lift?+
A guest review says there is no front desk or lobby and mentions a third-floor room without an elevator. Ask the host about arrival and access before you book.
Is there parking?+
No, parking is not offered, so plan to arrive by train. Pets are also not allowed.
