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| Minimum Stay | 3 nights |
| Bedrooms | 1 Total |
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Description from the manager
Large Studio, 32 sqm, for 2 people with double bed, fridge with freezing compartment, bathroom with shower, heating. The studio has also a balcony with beautiful seaview. The studio is located beside the apartment “Belvedere†in the same building but with separate entrance. It is situated in the historical centre of Manarola in a quiet area.
Check in : 2-6 pm
Check out : 10 am
Check-In: 10:00am
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Studio Lucio
Manarola, Liguria, Italy
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| Date | Weeknight | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Minimum Stay |
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| Rate Summary | $92 | $105 | $0 | $0 | 3 nights |
| Dec. 9 2009 - Oct. 31 2012 Standard Rate |
$92 | $105 | - | - | 3 nights |
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Anonymous
Bangalow, AustraliaGreat location, incredible views
Left on 06/14/2013 for a stay in May 2013
If you are looking for a place within relatively easy walking distance of town and rail links in Manarola, but high enough up to have sensational views from its furnished balcony, Studio Lucio is a perfect spot. Kitchenette is good and well supplied - our only quibbles were old hard pillows on the bed, a toilet that didnt close off properly (but the owner came down and instructed us on turning the water off between uses) and a fairly pokey bathroom, even by European standards. But overall, a great base for exploring Cinque Terre
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enrico194908
Savona, Italystruttura da migliorare, posizione ottima, pulizia impeccabile
Left on 06/06/2013 for a stay in June 2013
Siamo arrivati senza prenotazione e abbiamo trovato posto in questo "affittacamere".
La struttura è un pò vecchiotta ma pulita. Il neo maggiore è la mancanza della doccia.
La posizione è ottima: al mattino apri le fiestre e ascolti il mare...
Buon punto di partenza per visitare le cinque terre!
Nota su arbaspa (non credo si scriva così..) : professionali e gentili! -
Jenny
SydneyIdeal base to visit the Cinque Terre
Left on 06/03/2013 for a stay in May 2013
Very helpful and friendly check in office. The apartment has good views over the village, harbour and hillside market gardens and vineyards from the small narrow balcony. No wifi in the apartment, however available from the local "Explora" shop. A fridge, kettle and toaster, though no other cooking facilities in the small kitchen. Only a hand held shower over the half size bath, however all manageable in the reasonably sized bathroom. No washing machine, however adequate hand wash facilities with balcony drying. Laundramat facilities available at the shop selling hiking equipment. Ease of access with luggage as no steps (quite a steep ramp) from the train station to the apartment. Small village of Manarola made a lovely base to spend time visiting and hiking in the Cinque Terre area. The 2 small grocery stores stocked all the necessities for our stay and plenty of good restaurants and Pizza take always in the village.
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snhyacinth
SydneyPerfect Location, quaint regional accommodation.
Left on 05/27/2013 for a stay in May 2013
We loved this location because for us it was the right distance from the village centre & we didn't find the climb difficult. It was high up enough to have a great view of both the village & the sea, yet we were able to go down into the village for coffee and meals. The next path up leads along to the church, past Dal Billy's (restaurant)... and another level up we walked along the top terrace overlooking the point, and views up the coast to Corniglia. The accommodation is rustic but large, well furnished and clean. We slept well. It's a 'sit-down' shower, but plenty of hot water. Locally owned which is nice.
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Renie
Adelaide South AustraliaRelaxing with magnificent views
Left on 10/20/2012 for a stay in September 2012
After a difficult day travelling from Nice to Manarola by train (5 trains), it felt like we were arriving in Paradise. First of all we were greeted by a smiling, helpful English speaking member of abaspa above the tobacco shop and then taken by another young man just as friendly,who carried my cases to our unit. We knew that we would have to climb in Manarola but access to the unit was painless - there were no stairs, a ramp instead, and there wasn't far to go uphill. The location was magnificent and we could see and hear the waves crashing on the rocks far below from our bed. We were close to everything without being disturbed by the hundreds of tourists below us. The small balcony with chairs and table gave us a place to relax, drink and contemplate after each day of walking. The unit was spotless with clean towels etc.and the bed was comfortable. It was well equipped with everything we needed - no oven, but we didn't want one. Perhaps the only thing we needed that wasn't there, was a corkscrew for opening our wine but that was a very minor detail and we managed okay! It was also easy to book other activities from this company like a wine tour, cooking class, sailing etc. from their shop 5 minutes away. They were happy to help us with any problems and had internet access at the shop; this was handy as there was no wifi in the unit. We absolutely loved our time there and regretted not having booked more than our 4 days. We would highly reccommend the unit and the company we booked with!!
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inna
new yorkwonderful apartmemt with amazing views
Left on 09/18/2012 for a stay in August 2012
My sister and I stayed at studio Lucio for several days and loved it. Immaculately clean, amazing view from the balcony, quite large, easy to reach - there was one thing that we didnt like. The kitchenette allowed for leisurely delicious breakfasts on the balcony and for lunch foods to be stored until needed. Will definitely stay there again when I'll come back to Manarola. Loved it!
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Peter Robinson
MelbournePoor service! Poor maintenance. Misleading information. Great vi
Left on 09/07/2012 for a stay in November 2012
Read trip advisor review. Our concerns were not addressed, we were told that we were wrong. The 'kitchen' was not a kitchen, but a bonus room. Studio suggests self catering as did reviews.
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crads
Chicago, IllinoisFelt like real living in Cinque Terre
Left on 08/28/2012 for a stay in August 2010
Really enjoyed this apartment. Woke up and had coffee & breakfast on the bedroom balcony. The walk uphill was refreshing and invigorating. The view was lovely. The bathroom was a bit awkward to shower in, but at least there was a bathtub with a shower.
The apartment was very clean and the bed was comfortable. We loved waking up to the sound of the sea and the sun coming into the bedroom. -
liguria
irelandHighly recommend
Left on 07/04/2012 for a stay in June 2012
Lovely apartment with wonderful views of the rugged Ligurian coastline. Clean, reasonably priced and perfectly located, it is all you could ask for in Manarola.
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blath
cork irelandA wonderful view
Left on 07/01/2012 for a stay in June 2012
Stayed here for 4 nights recently and overall enjoyed the stay. We loved the bedroom and the balcony...We did not like the shower over bath and the fact that we could not make coffee. We requested a cafeteria and were told to get coffee in a restaurant! The young lady who should us around was polite and friendly and we really had a lovely time in Manarola.
For 4 days the shower was ok but as others have said a week would test your patience. -
Lynda
Vancouverwe loved the view from our small balcony.
Left on 06/06/2012 for a stay in June 2012
The kitchen is not equipped well enough to call this a studio apartment. Also, the shower facilities are below standard.
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Roger
Chester Springs, PA, USAGreat view and a very comfortable apartment!
Left on 06/05/2012 for a stay in May 2012
The apartment was very comfortable and completely met our needs. Good location in Manarola, accessible either by many steps or by a sloped walkway. Terrific view of the town and Cinque Terre shoreline. The bathtub/shower is a little odd, as others have mentioned, but it's no big deal.
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charleybatt
Bourg Saint Mauriceclean, fresh apartment and great staff
Left on 06/05/2012 for a stay in May 2012
Booking the apartment was very easy. The staff were all very friendly and helpful when we arrived at the office in Manarola and it was just a short walk to the apartment.
It was nice and centrally located and very clean. Lovely view of the bay.
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Emma
LondonLovely view to wake up to !
Left on 05/02/2012 for a stay in April 2012
What a great stay at Studio Lucio, to be fair we didn't spend so long in the apartment as there was so much to do, but amenities suited us perfectly, was concerned before that we were unable to boil an egg as no cooker however there was a small plug in single hob which could do the job, didn't use it in the end - usual staple of bread tomatoes and cheese for breakfast and eating out was fairly priced, really noticed this after 3 days in pricey Florence, 2 Euros average a coffee in Cinque Terre against 4- 5 euros in Florence (if you want to sit and drink it that is) The small balcony is off the bedroom was lovely to wake up in the morning to hear the waves and look out onto the coast whilst lying in bed, smashing hol.
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Emily
LondonRoom with a view - on a budget
Left on 05/01/2012 for a stay in April 2012
Arbaspaa were very helpful, recommending the studio for my 3-night stay with my mother as there were no steps up to it, though it's a bit of an uphill walk (as with everywhere in the Cinque Terre). The price of the studio compared very favourably with others I'd considered and it had the advantage of being fairly central and close to one of the best restaurants in the area (Dal Billy).
The best thing about the flat was definitely the balcony which, though joined to the neighbour's balcony, was a wonderfully peaceful place to sit and look at the waves below. Whilst the studio suited our needs for a short stay, the lack of a proper sitting/dining area (just a sofa in the hallway and a small sideboard in the kitchen) and the very basic cooking facilities (a tiny plug-in hotplate with an enormous saucepan) might have been problematic for an extended visit. Also for light sleepers, it's worth noting that you can hear footsteps above very clearly (though in such a closely packed village, that's probably a very common experience). -
Nancy
SingaporeA Pleasant Surprise
Left on 10/17/2011 for a stay in September 2011
Booking this apartment was very simple online and responses from the manager was also quite prompt. It was a breeze checking in and out, with the apartment handed over in excellent condition. Love Manarola (please change your address to Manarola or highlight that we should drop off at Manarola instead of Riomaggiore), the apartment that did not require us to face any steps after climbing the steep slopes, and the little balcony for sitting out to enjoy the view, have a meal or just hang out your wet clothes. Nice restaurants in this little town and the train station is so close. Main grouse is that the mattress was soft and creaked with any little move.
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Dan and Denise
Sobieski, WI USAWonderful experience
Left on 10/16/2011 for a stay in September 2011
My wife and I very much enjoyed our stay in Manarola at Studio Lucio. Wonderful to sleep with the window open and listen to the sounds of the small town. Small balcony but still, incredible views. Too bad about the washed out trail but we still hiked up and over to Monterosso.
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Anson
San francisco, CA USAGood location with beautiful ocean view...
Left on 10/13/2011 for a stay in September 2011
The coordinators were excellent and extremely helpful, even for a last minute request of an additional night.
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50th Birthday trip
AustraliaCinque Terra - beautiful!
Left on 09/23/2011 for a stay in August 2011
We stayed at this studio apartment on our 2 month holiday around Italy. It was one of our favourite places if not the highlight of our trip! The studio was just right for two of us and we spent most evenings on our little balcony watching the sunset. Check in was a breeze, ever so helpful. Parking was organised for us at a charge of course, but much appreciated as we had a hire car. Close to everything restaurants, coop, swimming and railway station.
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ML
MichiganPerfect!
Left on 09/16/2011 for a stay in August 2011
Studio Lucio was just perfect for my solo trip, and so much larger than the photos on the web site. The price was so afordable and the location couldn't have been better. Be prepared for many many steps.
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So So
USAGood with problems
Left on 08/18/2011 for a stay in July 2011
The location is perfect with a great view. The apartment was falling apart as far as structural and aesthetically.
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LJW57
Perth, AustraliaFantastic accommodation and Value
Left on 08/13/2011 for a stay in May 2011
We arrived and met the owner as directed, she was incredibly friendly and welcoming and although she spoke no English at all, she was able to show us around the accommodation and make us feel very special. Her daughter was available who spoke some english and she was delightful. The apartment was extremely clean, very well laid out with good kitchen facilites to enable us to try some italian cooking. The views, magnificent, the bedroom and the kitchen both have doors to the balcony with a table and chairs and there is an upstairs balcony for the use of all in the apartments, well laid out with tables, chairs, candles, a couple of lounges etc., The apartment is right in the centre of the tiny charming village of Corniglia and as soon as you walk out the door onto the cobbled pathway you have access to several cafes, a bar, a grocers and several restaurants. I can recommend anyone to this apartment. We had a wonderful time.
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Ken
San Antonio TexasGreat View!!
Left on 08/05/2011 for a stay in July 2011
It was a wonderful place. You can watch the waves on the rocks from bed. We left the windows and shutters open all night long so that we could sleep with the sounds of the ocean. It was a great base for exploring Cinque Terre.
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claudia
romaniaA perfect holiday
Left on 07/08/2011 for a stay in June 2011
We had a great holiday. Everithing was perfect.A perfect mixture between old and new.
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ArtsyGalBaltimore
MarylandGreat Choice for Manarola
Left on 06/17/2011 for a stay in June 2011
We stayed at Studio Lucio for two nights. It was our first stay in Cinque Terre and our only stay in a studio apartment during our European trip. It a welcome change to have a multiple rooms and a bedroom with a great view and veranda. Check-in and check-out were very easy (need to pay with cash). Anna was particularly helpful.
The city is tiny and very hilly. We easily found parking on a Thursday around 4:00 and walked to town ( a bit of climb, as is the whole region).
Be sure to validate your train ticket when traveling between towns. We got stuck our first day with a 50 Euro fine, which we felt was over the top, because we did not validate our ticket at the train station. Another couple in the car got a fine too. -
samuel1980
LondonJust perfect
Left on 05/11/2011 for a stay in April 2011
More like an apartment than studio in terms of size - perfect location, amazing view, great value for money. Staff were very friendly and helpful as well. 100% recommend!
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Lou
Johannesburg, South AfricaGreat little spot and so central and easy to reach!!!
Left on 04/07/2011 for a stay in March 2011
Was such a pleasant stay and the apartment was great and neat and just what we needed, had everything...could have stayed longer!!! beautiful views and very peaceful.
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ngibbs
ChicagoCannot say enough nice things about this place
Left on 03/02/2011 for a stay in January 2011
The apartment was fantastic -- a surprisingly big place with an amazing view. The apartment management people could not have been nicer -- very accommodating. And of course, Manarola is breathtaking. I was there in January when it was pretty chilly and most of the restaurants were shut down for the winter and I still had an amazing time. I will definitely be back!
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Mal & Joan
SydneyQuaint and charming
Left on 01/12/2011 for a stay in October 2010
We loved staying at Manarola. Was less 'touristy' than the others. Great restaurants & foccacia. Studio Lucio was a great base for touring the other villages. Loved view from small balcony. Bath and shower designed for very short people. Access via pathway if you don't want to do stairs.
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Eve
LincolnshirePerfect, ideal location
Left on 12/01/2010 for a stay in October 2010
Lovely roomy apartment. Ideal central location. Amazing views. Couln't have wished for more at the price.
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Roy Dobb
United KingdomStunning location in a beautiful area
Left on 10/13/2010 for a stay in September 2010
Studio Lucio proved the perfect base for my wife & I to explore the central area of the Cinque Terre. Manarola is spectacularly situated and the studio has a wonderful view over the harbour and beyond from the bedrooom and little balcony - perfect for sunsets.
The arbaspaa staff were really helpful & spoke English well and us being delayed until 7pm wasn't a problem.
Two small notes, the studio doesn't have any cooking facilities (there is a kettle & coffee maker and there are plenty of eating places in Manarola) and if you come by car, it can be diffficult to find a free parking space at the entrance to the village (the car park is expensive!).
However we found the whole experience wonderful, and wouldn't hesitate to return to both village and apartment. -
Kerry
PerthStudio Lucio in Manarola
Left on 10/11/2010 for a stay in September 2010
Loved Manarola and Cinque Terre and Studio Lucio with Spectacular breathtaking view
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msGreat Stay!
Left on 10/05/2010 for a stay in September 2010
We enjoyed our stay at the apartment. It had lots of room. There was a small deck. (We could not get the TV to work.)
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travela
San Francisco, CAFantastic apartment for a Couple
Left on 09/10/2010 for a stay in August 2010
We are a young couple who spent 4 nights in Manarola. Studio Lucio was a perfect apartment for us. We loved the view and it was a perfect amount of space. The shower is very interesting and is more of a bath which could be difficult for anyone taller than 5'8" or so. Other than that everything was great, we will be back and recommend it to anyone looking for a nice, romantic stay in the Cinque Terre.
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Happy Customer
Washington D.C.Beautiful balcony view
Left on 08/31/2010 for a stay in August 2010
Only downside was that there was no stove in the kitchen.
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Luccas
SwizterlandGood apartment and good price.
Left on 08/13/2010 for a stay in July 2010
Cinque Terre is amazing and the Studio Lucio is a very good apartment if you want to stay in Manarola, which is the best option for me. Arbaspaa, the agency that rent to me the apartment is very professional and everything went fine.
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Simocomo
Como (Italy)wonderful!
Left on 08/04/2010 for a stay in July 2010
Very nice and cosy apartment, stunning location, very calm and silent area. Beautiful surroundings, clear and clean sea water.
Approved and suggested! -
Walter
AustinBest experience in our trip
Left on 08/03/2010 for a stay in July 2010
Manarola is so beautiful, and this flat has a great view. It has a nice bedroom with small balcony, a OK kitchen, a small living area, and a nice big bath. We were greeted by the rep and she led us to the flat. It was a great experience, and we extended our stay because we fell in love with the town.
Best seafood, pesto, wine, swimming, hiking, etc. We visited London, NYC, Paris, Rome, and Manarola was our hands down favorite.
Warning, lots of stairs, be careful after you drink! -
JouniS
FinlandNice stay at Studio Lucio!
Left on 07/04/2010 for a stay in June 2010
Actually our friends stayed at Studio Lucio but nevertheless they enjoyed tremendously their stay in there. Nice apartment and wonderful view over Manarola to the sea. A couple of wishes though occured; wet floor after shower and also there were minor noise problems from the neighbours..but otherwise - great accommodation and great service!
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CB
EnglandThis place was amazing!
Left on 06/17/2010 for a stay in May 2010
My husband and I stayed here for a long weekend and we fell in love. The town is beautiful and the apartment was perfect. It is small but the view is amazing!
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Ross & Bronwyn
New ZealandAwesome
Left on 04/29/2010 for a stay in April 2010
Perfect place to stay great views, and experience the atmosphere of the village, quite high up and lots of steps to climb, but worth it..
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Kriss
Rigagreat place, great food
Left on 11/12/2009 for a stay in November 2009
We staid at the Studio Lucio in November and really enjoyed our few days in the Cinque Terre area. the apartment was clean and comfortable with a great view from the balcony.
The hikes were really fun and the weather was still ok. Plus when going off-season one doesn't have to deal with loads of other tourists. -
Young couple
New ZealandBeautiful holiday
Left on 10/07/2009 for a stay in August 2009
Great location. More spacious than expected except for the balcony which is a bit crampt.
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Emma
Sweden, GöteborgPerfect place
Left on 10/02/2009 for a stay in June 2009
Very nice staff, they gave us all the help we
needed.
We rented an apartment in Manarola overlooking
the sea for a very good price. Close too
everything, the sea, the town and the train
station.
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minca
GermanyBeautiful Holidays
Left on 09/27/2009 for a stay in July 2009
The studio was beautifully decorated and we had a very nice view from the terrace over the sea.
It was one of the best vacations we have made and we will come back. -
italy2009
San Jose, CAroomy, quiet, spectacular view
Left on 09/24/2009 for a stay in September 2009
Stay in this condo for 2 nights. The condo has a small livingroom(can sleep 1 person), kitchen, bathroom, and roomy bedroom that sleeps 2. Everything is clean & roomy, but the towel is not restock daily, the bath tub is sitting style, so it's weird for us Americans. But the view is spectacular where there is a small balcony looking out to the town on 1 side & to the ocean on the other. Love the ocean sound when open the window.
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mnmdad
Saratoga, CASo beautiful we have to come back!
Left on 09/23/2009 for a stay in September 2009
I vacillated between 4 and 5 stars. Studio Lucio was very comfortable and clean, wonderful view, ocean lullabies - we loved it.
Here is the only thing.... the bathtub! It was a half length bathtub with a built in seat. Not that that is a big deal, but consider that it is a long and spacious bathroom, that could have easily held a fell length tub/shower, even without the bidet (which we gauche Americans find endlessly amusing). But we got used to it. So, I would like to give 4.5 stars...
The other thing to note: we arrived on Sunday. The travel agency that had the keys is closed on Sunday(!). So... after quelling the panic, asking the souvenir shop owner under the agency where a pay phone was (just across the street), and calling the second emergency number, we were able to get the key from the owner, a very nice fellow who spoke about as much English as we spoke Italian, just a short walk away. It would have been nice, however, had the agency caught that and made proactive arrangements.
But any landing you walk away from is good.
And Studio Lucio was great. The bed is comfy. The view beautiful. It all looks just like the photos we saw on the web. The walk down to town was pleasant and close to the tunnel to the train station. The kitchenette seemed functional, but honestly, we never used it. All in all, I would definitely stay there again.
And Cinque Terre rocks. Especially in the south, as far from the resort-wannabe Monterosso. IMHO.
If you are considering going - do it.Response from Arbaspaa - 09/25/2009
Manager
I answer just to clarify that since on Sunday our office is closed we send an email with the descrption of the itinerary to reach the accommodation where the owner welcome our guests.
Probably in this case the email was not delivered.We apologize for the inconvenience.
Eugenio Bordoni
Managing director Arbaspàa Tour Organizer -
Antoni
USAVacation apartment with a view
Left on 09/23/2009 for a stay in September 2009
This is a conveniently located apartmentin in Manarola, a town less crowder than Vernazza. There is plenty of space, cooking facilities, too. Beautiful view. Not far from the center of village or from the train station (short uphill walk). The rental staff was v. friendly and helpful. Highly recommended.
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jcrane
San Diego, CAAmzing View in an Amazing Place
Left on 09/22/2009 for a stay in May 2009
The studio was amazing. The check-in process was easy and the location can't be beat. We had our own balcony with a great view of the harbor. The place had everything we needed. I even proposed on the balcony during sunset. Can I say more. We will return again.
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