18 BEST Hotels in Vernazza Cinque Terre, Italy (+ full reviews)

The Perfect Vernazza Hotel for YOU

You’ll find below the best Vernazza hotels, depending on your travel style.

So there you have it, the answer to “What’s the best Vernazza Hotel for me?”. If you want more info about each of these places, including key features, reviews & photos, keep reading below!

What Makes the Best Hotels in Vernazza

I’ve handpicked the best hotels in Vernazza according to the following criteria:

➡️ Hosts: Hosts are the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of the hotels in Vernazza. Being a small village, most of the accommodations are B&B or apartments, and it’s often the home of a local that will make your trip special.

➡️ Seaside Location: Of course, when in Cinque Terre you want to get a sense of that fresh marine air. When you look for a hotel in Vernazza, try to find one with a terrace with a view; it definitely adds something to your trip to wake up in front of the sea & chill on the terrace in the late afternoon while watching the sun set.

➡️ Design: Thanks to the rise of tourism in the area, most places have been done anew, letting you enjoy a large variety of choices in the style of decoration. There is something for everyone, from the colorful sea style to the modern all-white.

The Best Hotels Vernazza Has to Offer

Vernazza is built on top of a cliff, so lots of accommodations offer incredible views in your accommodation. Watch out for the long flight of stairs, but they will definitely be worth the effort.

In a serene and cozy atmosphere, many apartments and bed & breakfasts are available for rent year-round.

Hotels in Vernazza are small and charming, with all the comfort you need for your stay in Cinque Terre.

THE Best Hotel in Vernazza: Albergo Barbara

• Incredible Location
• Great Overall Service
• Value for Money

Where the magic happens. The location, in the center of the village, with views of the beach will already make your stay memorable.

On top of that, everything there will be neat and well done. The staff is warm and helpful, the decoration is pinpoint charming.
It is also one of the cheapest Vernazza Cinque Terre hotels.

Definitely our go-to when in Vernazza.

Best All Inclusive Hotel: Gianni Franzi

• Terrace With a View
• Breakfast Lunch Dinner
• Wine Bar

Located next to the central square of Vernazza, Gianni Franzi’s terrace is the best of the Cinque Terre Vernazza hotels to have breakfast; it will be served on the terrace overlooking the sea.

Wait for it, the terrace transforms itself into a nice wine bar after 5 o’clock. Rooms are cozy and comfortable. Simple, clean, and nicely located, the best choice if you want an all-inclusive hotel.

Best Hotel for Couples: DonnaBarbara

• Exceptionally Clean
• Homemade Breakfast
• Central and Calm

This apartment is simply the best for couples thanks to the host Barbara. She is as thoughtful as you can be and will make you feel at home instantly. What a perfect way to enjoy your romantic getaway.

Definitely the best Vernazza accommodation if you are traveling with your significant other.

Furthermore, there is often a nice bottle of wine waiting for you next to a homemade cake.

Best Family Hotel Vernazza: Rina Rooms

• New
• Flexible
• Affordable

This guest house will have room enough for you and your family. Everything is brand new and extra care is given to the cleanliness of the place.

Value for money is exceptional if you are a family of four.

You will enjoy the nicest view of the colored houses of Vernazza from Rina Rooms, the best Vernazza hotel for families.

Best Luxurious Vernazza Accommodation: Fivestay Casa Gabriella

• Spacious
• Location
• Design

This apartment is simply stunning! If you want the best of luxury hotels in Vernazza Italy, this will be as close as you can get. In fact, there are not that many luxury hotels in Cinque Terre, because the province is trying to preserve its beautiful nature.

In this apartment, you will find everything you need, either as a couple or with your family. The location is marvelous and the view is stunning!

Best Charming Hotel: MaDa Charm Apartment Jacuzzi

• Exceptional Location
• Brand New
• Jacuzzi

Those two apartments have been totally re-done, in a modern fashion. If you are looking for a boutique-like accommodation, this is your go-to.

The location is amazing and one of the apartments even has a sea-view terrace. The apartments are also very well equipped and very calm thanks to the new sound insulation. And to be honest, the Jacuzzi made it a top contender for the title of “best hotels Vernazza”

Best Cheap Hotel: Camere Anna

• Close to the Train Station
• City View
• Economic Bedroom

If you’re looking for cheap hotels in Vernazza Cinque Terre without having to share your room, this is the cheapest and still very comfortable place you can find. Indeed, you can get an economical double room for as little as 50 euros. Economies are not made with the cleanliness of the place, it’s absolutely clean.

If you are traveling on a budget, this is the best place you can find, and it is close to the train station!

Best Hotel for Solo Traveler: Casa Catò

• Sea View
• Excellent Wifi
• Terrace

Very clean and neat, with a perfect wifi connection. As a solo traveler, you will be perfectly happy here.

Situated 200m from the train station, and a little withdrawn from the main street, you will find peace & quiet to enjoy your trip in Cinque Terre. As you can see in the picture above, there is a nice terrace at Casa Catò, which makes it one of the best Cinque Terre hotels with a sea view.

The owners of this bed & breakfast are friendly and welcoming and this is a plus when traveling solo.

If you didn’t find the perfect hotel for you in the selection above, don’t worry; I’ve listed below some of the best hotels in Vernazza that may very well be your next home for your Cinque Terre trip.

More Top Vernazza Italy Hotels

The Vernazza Main Plaza – Rooms & Suites

• Charming
• Group rooms
• Exceptional location 

This recently renovated hotel is ideally located on Vernazza’s marina, a few steps from the beach. You’ll have great views from almost any room of this place! 

This guest house provides fully equipped rooms accommodating 2 to 6 people! So if you’re traveling with family or a group of friends, this place is perfect. 

La Scala

• Location
• Great Kitchen
• Full of Light

When looking for hotels in Vernazza Cinque Terre, you will stumble upon many apartments. La Scala is one of them.

The many stairs will be worth the effort as you will find yourself on the upside of the town, and enjoy great light in your room. The bed is very big and the kitchen is very well equipped in both apartments.

A very good choice indeed!

Candidina 2

• Entire apartment
• Central location
• Beautiful sea and city views

This apartment is perfectly located on the main square of Vernazza, close to the beach and restaurants and cafés. You’ll have great views of the small sandy beach and the city center. 

The apartment itself is simple but cute and clean with everything you could need during your stay. 

Camere Toni

• Close to the train station
• Helpful staff
• Nice view

Perfectly located a few minutes walk from the train station, this guest house offers nice and tidy rooms with beautiful sea views. Close to it, you’ll have plenty of restaurants and bars to try Italian specialties, and also several hike starting points. 

The staff is welcoming and helpful, the furniture are great and the price is decent. Look no further, choose this one! 

Tedea Apartment

• Luxurious Apartment
• All Inclusive
• High Standard Decoration

This 4-people apartment is very spacious and has been really well renovated and decorated. With two bedrooms each one with a bathroom, everyone will enjoy his space.

Situated in the heart of Vernazza, you will enjoy your stay for sure.

A concierge company is dealing with the services you might need, ensuring your trip will be worry-free.
We like it a lot. As it is only one apartment, vacancy is scarce.

La Polena Camere Vernazza – Visconti Apartment

• Cozy Studio
• Classic Seaside Decoration
• Unique Property

This studio is simply exceptional. The decoration is super cute. You will feel like you are still at the beach when in the place. The amenities are all extremely good, with a special point for the showers.

To my mind, it could be the best place for couples in Vernazza, however, being only for two people, and of the finest quality, you must book very early to secure this spot.

Ventega Sea View Apartment

• Great Location
• Entire Apartment
• Colorful Decoration

This big two-bedroom apartment is uniquely located. A small terrace lets you enjoy the seaside with a nice café or tea.

Services like laundry or utilities management are dealt with by a tour operator company. Shops and restaurants are close by.

My favorite is the sky blue bedroom which is so peaceful, it will make you feel in the sea again.

Vernazza2010 Rooms

• Central location
• Amazing soundproof 
• Great value for money

Located close to the train station and about a 3 to 5-minute walk to the sea, this guest house provides well-equipped rooms accommodating up to 3 people. 

While it’s in the middle of the hustle and bustle, you won’t be bothered by any noise thanks to the double glass windows. And if you’re lucky to have the top floor room, you’ll have a whole terrace just for yourself! 

A great choice overall.

The Sunset Suite

• All-inclusive
• Luxurious
• Huge Terrace

This four-person apartment will leave you with the feeling of a five-star hotel. Cleaning will be done every day. Beds and pillows are super high standards.

The decoration is super modern and white, which will be appreciated mostly during hot summer days.

The huge and well-equipped terrace is the high point of this incredible accommodation. The downside is that such a cool place might make you want to stay home instead of visiting the area.

Lisetta Rooms

• Warm welcome
• Nice Situation
• Shared Terrace

Next to the beach, the city center, and the hiking paths, this guest house is a very nice option among the Vernazza Italy hotels.

The shared terrace will let you enjoy the Mediterranean atmosphere. The rooms are quite small but very comfortable. The host is very nice and builds a family feel in his establishment.

Make sure to look it up!

So there you have them, the 18 best hotels in Vernazza! I hope you found one that suits your needs in this list, and that you’ll enjoy your time in Vernazza and in the Cinque Terre.

Why Should You Stay in Vernazza

In the heart of the Cinque Terre National Park, Vernazza, with its hidden paths and multitude of stairs could be the place for your next adventure.

Charming and beautiful, with colored houses that set the tone, as well as cliffs that will let you gasp into the sea.

Vernazza is deemed the most beautiful village in Cinque Terre, and staying in one of the houses with a gorgeous sea view is definitely a good way to make your stay in the area even better!

Check out this guide to get all the info to visit Vernazza.

Other Hotels in Cinque Terre

Still not absolutely certain you want to stay in Levanto when visiting the Cinque Terre?

Well, don’t worry. I have a few other guides for you to help you make up your mind, and to find the best place for you, based on your needs.

👉 Start here: Where Should You Stay in Cinque Terre? 

👉 Or check the best accommodations, all villages together: The Very Best Hotels in All Cinque Terre

👉  Want to see the best hotels in the other Cinque Terre villages? Here they are:

• Best Hotels in Riomaggiore 
• Best Hotels in Manarola
• Best Hotels in Corniglia
• Best Hotels in Monterosso
• Best Hotels in Levanto (technically not part of the Cinque Terre, but so close it should!)

All the hotels you’re interested in are already booked? Yep, that happens a lot because Cinque Terre is getting more and more popular every year, and it can get hard to get a spot in a nice hotel. In that case, check out the best hotels in La Spezia, a small town right next to Cinque Terre (7 min train to Riomaggiore).

If camping is your thing, then you’d be glad to know it’s possible to do it around the national park. Discover the best Cinque Terre campsites here.

And finally, discover all the travel guides with info & tips to visit Cinque Terre here.

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