Affittacamere Everest, clean rooms in the centre of La Spezia
Affittacamere Everest is a small guesthouse in La Spezia, Liguria, on the first floor of a building near the main road. Guests praise the cleanliness, the bathrooms and the spot for the Cinque Terre and Portovenere. Noise at night and parking are the weak points. Suits couples and train travellers.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Affittacamere Everest is in La Spezia
Affittacamere Everest is on Via Fratelli Rosselli, in La Spezia, Liguria. It is on the first floor of a building near the city's main road, and according to guests the station is a few steps away, or a little more.
For me this is the kind of place that makes sense if you want to get around without a car. From La Spezia you set off for the Cinque Terre and Portovenere, and one guest calls it an excellent starting point. The entrance has a lift and uses a key, a practical detail when you arrive with luggage.
What the rooms are like and what they offer
The rooms are described as simple but modern, very clean and well equipped. The listing mentions air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, a private bathroom and, in some rooms, a balcony.
The point that comes up most in reviews is the bathroom. Several guests talk about a large bathroom and a fantastic shower, which you do not always find in a guesthouse. Here is what is worth keeping in mind.
- The bed. Guests who have slept here talk about deep sleep and comfortable beds.
- Coffee and tea. According to the listing, there is a way to make them in the room.
- The balcony. Only some rooms have one, so ask when you book.
- Breakfast. It is served at a partner bar or in the room, depending on what guests report.
What guests say about Affittacamere Everest
The Google rating is 4.3 out of 5, from 43 reviews. Not a huge number, but the majority are very positive and tell the same story: clean rooms, excellent location, good value for money and a kind owner.
Several guests mention that the owner gave them advice on what to visit during their stay. Another appreciates the reception and says they would go back. In short, this is the picture.
| What guests like | Worth knowing |
|---|---|
| Very clean, well-equipped rooms | The car park is the weak point, according to one guest |
| Large bathroom and a much-praised shower | Some voices from the local nightlife in the evening |
| Handy location for the station and day trips | Breakfast at a partner bar, not always up to expectations |
| Friendly owner and fair price | Two reviews complain of poor reliability in communication |
What to know before booking
The downsides need saying. Parking is the most frequently mentioned issue: if you come by car, find out in advance where to leave it, because according to the listing the building has none. That is why I recommend it mainly to those travelling by train.
Then there is noise. Guests who closed the windows properly say they slept soundly, but another guest recalls some voices in the night from the nightlife, and one very negative review describes other guests making a racket that kept the reviewer awake all night. If you are a light sleeper, pack earplugs.
Finally, communication with the owner. Two fairly harsh reviews describe messages and calls going unanswered before arrival. They are two voices against many positive ones, but if you are arriving late, it is wise to put your arrival time in writing and ask for confirmation.
Who it suits and who it does not
I see it working well for couples and solo travellers who want a clean, comfortable room in a convenient spot for the Cinque Terre, without hotel services. The listing also offers it to families, but I would check the layout of the rooms first.
It is not the right choice for those travelling by car who want a guaranteed space, nor for anyone who wants total silence in the evening. If breakfast matters to you, plan an alternative.
What to do in La Spezia and nearby
From Affittacamere Everest you have La Spezia with its museums and monuments, and from there the Cinque Terre and Portovenere. It is the itinerary most guests recommend.
If you want an alternative, La Spezia has the Agriturismo La Pietra. For another stop along the Ligurian coast, look at Il Pozzo e il Melograno in Finale Ligure, or Ca' de Bací Du Mattu in Mendatica, inland.
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