This is the place to stay in Monterosso Al Mare! The hotel is right at the beach, many restaurants right near by, and if you have a car, there is a large parking lot close by to park in (€25/day). It also has elevator, which makes getting your luggage to your room easier, or if you have trouble with stairs. The train station is only a 2 min walk, which makes it really easy to arrive by train, and to access the Cinque Terre trail. It is about 15min walk to the old town, which is much busier and has more restaurants to choose from. The hotel is located in the new part of town, so is a bit quieter. The staff was super helpful in answering any questions, and the breakfast was delicious. The hotel has lovely outdoor seating overlooking the sea. You can also take cocktails and wine (for purchase) on the patio throughout the day as well. You may also rent a beach towel for €5 for the duration of your stay. There is a portion of the beach that is free for you to lay out on, or you may rent an umbrella and two chairs for €35 (if you arrive after 3pm, they are discounted). If you plan to start the trail from Monterosso, the trailhead is about a 25min walk/hike through the old town and up a bunch of stairs. If you are hiking the trail when you are able to choose the direction, I recommend starting in Riomaggiore and heading to Monterosso. The trailhead between Vernazza and Monterosso is the most challenging with many areas only wide enough for one person to pass. Additionally, the stairs are very steep on the Monterosso side, so going up them is more challenging than starting on the Vernazza side. Although this stretch has nice small waterfalls, it has less shade, and there are not stops for water along it. If you are only doing part of the path and plan to skip part of it, I recommend you skip the one between Vernazza and Monterosso. The rooms are nice, and are cleaned daily. We had a bed and a fold out couch, and both were comfortable. Definitely recommend.

We chose Hotel Baia for the location and access to the private beach and very happy with both aspects. Was pleasantly surprised to find out that the room (on third floor) had access to a terrace, with sunbed and view of the sea (though slightly blocked by the neighbouring building). The room itself was spacious, clean and very comfortable AC to help with the summer heat. Hotel staff were very nice and helpful. Lastly, there are outdoor tables along the seafront for hotel guests to use for breakfast, and evening drinks (order from the hotel bar).

There is only 1 lift for luggage use and it is a bit slow. While it was not a problem during our stay, be aware you may need to walk up the stairs for rooms on higher floors.

The location is perfect and love Monterosso. Being on the beach front with no concern of dragging luggage up a million stairs. Hotel has a lift for your luggage which is perfect. Having a room facing the ocean was great as we were able to have the balcony door open and listen to the waves and people watch. Breakfast was great and concert at the tables used for the hotel on the beachfront.

Would have liked use of the beach lounges at a more affordable price as they were often empty as quite expensive and you had to pay a set price for the whole day. Often you are out and about and it would be nice to use the facilities and pay for the time you use as often only had time for an hour but Euro 25 was a bit steep.

The location of the hotel was the best part of staying here…. 5min walk from the train station and literally steps from the main beach. There was another beach closest to the main “town” area that looked dirty and not as nice as the one that Hotel Baia sits on. We had a sea view room on the third floor and the view from our balcony was worth every penny!! They have beach chairs(blue ones in photos) and umbrellas that can be rented for 30 euro a day and towels for 5 euro to use for the whole stay. The breakfast was pretty standard but enough to start your day- hard boiled eggs, pastries, yogurt, cold cuts/cheese, juice, coffee. You can even request espressos/cappuccinos etc. You can take your breakfast to eat outside by the water as well. The staff is very nice and helpful. The air conditioning worked well. They have a small elevator that is used for luggage otherwise you have to take the stairs fyi.

The property is a bit dated. Maybe updating the bedding/towels, etc would be nice.

Family run hotel in one of the most beautiful (and busiest) spots on the Italian coast. The rooms are small but charming and romantic — and the sea view from ours was lovely. Everything was clean and thoughtfully arranged, with a smooth check-in and friendly service. Breakfast was a treat, and we loved being able to enjoy it outside by the sea. What really stands out is how well they preserve the atmosphere for their guests even in such a tourist-heavy location. The private beach club and promenade seating are reserved just for guests, and there was always space for us to relax. That level of care made all the difference. Thank You🩵

This wonderful, cozy hotel completely won me over from the very first moment! We had a room with a breathtaking sea view — pure magic. You fall asleep and wake up to the gentle whisper of the waves, and in the evening, you enjoy a mesmerizing sunset with a glass of the local wine — which is incredibly delicious! On your own balcony, in this little personal paradise, you need nothing else to feel complete happiness. The hotel is located on a quiet pedestrian street, where after 11 PM a peaceful silence settles — no car noise, just calm and relaxation. Parking is just a minute’s walk away, very convenient! It’s right on the first line — just a few steps and you’re already on the beach. A huge plus is that the hotel has its own private beach (35 euros for two loungers and an umbrella for the whole day), where no other tourists are allowed, so there’s always plenty of space — especially important during the busy season when public beaches are packed. I loved absolutely everything! The great location, friendly and attentive staff, the room without unnecessary frills but with all the essentials for a comfortable stay. Breakfast was a delight: fresh eggs, cheeses, cold cuts, fragrant croissants, and what stood out was the incredibly tasty potato pie! Monterosso al Mare is an intimate, charming place where you can truly unwind and recharge. I highly recommend staying here for 3 to 4 days to fully experience its atmosphere and tranquility. A huge thank you to the hotel for an unforgettable stay! We will definitely come back here at the first opportunity!

Everyone on the staff in the hotel and the lifeguards on the private beach were fantastic. The location is perfect and the room is clean. We slept with the balcony doors open to hear the waves and get the breeze. Breakfast was simple but nice and you can eat at the hotel tables outside or inside. They make a nice cappuccino too. Then spend the days on the hotels portion on the beach with reserved loungers and umbrella. Restaurants and gelato are all right there.

Great great location and staff!!! I really enjoyed my stay!! It was very nice being able to have the hotels breakfast outside beside the beach in the morning. The second image is from my second room with ocean view. It was beautiful!!

Pretty expensive. The second room had great view, so I understand that it would cost a bit more. But the first room was also expensive, although still cheaper than a lot of other hotels in the area. I guess it’s just the way it is around Cinque terre!

Simone was amazing! When we checked in, the woman that checked us in did nothing more but give us our keys. We came back downstairs and heard Simone checking some other people in giving them maps and Boat schedules, train schedules, etc. Of course we listened and got more information. during the rest of our stay, Simone was amazing. Gave us restaurant recommendations. was super kind. The room was great. Shower water pressure was great. Air conditioning was amazing. Best sleep I had in Italy. The location was amazing! two minutes from the train station. Would definitely go back and stay there again.

You cannot beat the location of Hotel Baia. It's a short walk down the main drag from the train station, maybe a 2 minute walk, and it's right on the beachfront with its own private beach area (you rent umbrellas and chairs from the hotel for an extra fee). We had a lovely balcony on the side of the building that overlooked the mountains and the sea. The room was compact but it didn't feel like too tight of a squeeze.

We attempted to rent an umbrella and chairs later in the day on the Saturday we were staying there, and even though clearly most of the guests who had rented for the day had left the beach already, we weren't able to rent anything. So if you do stay here and plan to spend time at the beach, we recommend renting your spot in the morning in order to guarantee you'll be able to get a spot.