Breakfast was good. Enjoyed the rooftop area with views

Stayed in June 2025

One of the slated shutter wasn't be able to be closed. The luminance of room lights are too white for me.

The staff are friendly, nice, politely and helpful. A various choices for breakfast. The room was big.

Stayed in September 2025

The bedroom was kind of smelly ( not sure because was too hot and water was evaporating from sewer or it's always lke that). Something we could stand and we didn't like much.

Although the room was simple, was exactly what we need to have it a pleasent stay. Airco, very important as that week was doing almost 38 degree celsius. Confortable beds, showes and also included a free breakfast ( simple, but good enough for some bread, coffee and start the day). On top of that parking for car was extremelly useful! We parked the car for 3-4 days and didn't take it out ( all on walking distantce, train station and restaurants)

Stayed in August 2025

Staff were lovely, the room was very clean!

Stayed in August 2025

Really friendly and accommodating staff, particularly with advice about how best to see Cinque Terre. The room was spacious and clean and the location was perfect, very close to the station and a short walk into the town centre.

Stayed in August 2025

Not applicable

Everything: proximity to train station,central location, great breakfast, secure parking inside the building, very large and comfortable rooms. The staff is very friendly and supportive.

Stayed in August 2025

Nothing, we loved everything!

Our stay at Ostello San Giovanni Bosco in La Spezia was wonderful! The rooms were clean and comfortable, the breakfast was delicious, and the staff were always kind, helpful, and ready with a smile. Their warm hospitality made the experience even more enjoyable. I would happily return and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!

Stayed in August 2025

No hot water in shower

Peace, serenity and location

Stayed in July 2025

Breakfast average, Very little options without sugar and they don't replace anything that runs out. Bizarre arrangement with check-in checkout that I could imagine could cause problems

Location and lots of space. Fast to serve good coffee at breakfast

Stayed in July 2025

Bathroom may encounter some leaking issue.

Amazing customer service! They know we left early in the morning and even provided breakfast take-off.

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing really

Position

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing

The place , the people

Stayed in June 2025

Nothing.

I think I paid below 40 euros per night...the lowest among 8 Italian bookings. Yet there was free buffet breakfast, complete with coffee, several varieties of bread and pastries, cold cuts and fruits. The receptionist gave me a full and detailed orientation, unlike 2 of B&B's who did not even show their shadow. I was given a large room with wifi and elevator access. This hostel gave me first class treatment...a value way more than I paid for.

Stayed in May 2025

The room was very spacious and the lady in charge very polite

Stayed in May 2025

The room was very clean and large. I liked that there were cupboards to put things in. The breakfast was delicious and had a lot of choices. The staff was very nice. And the location was great, close to the train station to go to Cinque Terre, and also close to bus stops to go to Portovenere, San Terenzo beach and Lerici.

Stayed in May 2025

The elevator is slow and working in a weird manner, you have to press the button multiple times, as when it us empty it stops on each floor. There is no daily cleaning or change of towels, nor emptying trash bins.

Spacious room, enough for a family of four. Great location, close to the train station and to the center of the town. Fiorela is a great host, she gave us many good tips, provided us with the train schedule for Cinque terre, explainedwhere to go, how to buy the tickets, and which ones to buy. Breakfast is simple, but enough to start the day. Private parking, costs extra, but spacious and secure. They gave us 2 free drinks (water or coffee) per day, which was super nice. There is a shared kirchen with a table, refrigerator, everything you need if you want to cook or bring take aways. In the room you have a kettle to make tea.

Stayed in June 2025

The staff were so helpful with suggestions and answered any of my questions regarding busses, day trips, and local tips. The room was clean and good space for one probably for a couple as well. Location was close to the train station and a short walk into the area with lots of restaurants and shops. Breakfast was modest but nice, they really treat you nicely.

Stayed in June 2025

I had a great stay! The room was clean and comfortable, and the location was very convenient — just a short walk from the train station and close to plenty of restaurants. Despite being so central, the area was quiet and perfect for resting. The staff were helpful and friendly throughout my stay. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed in April 2025

Wardrobe has a hanging rail that was simply too high to reach.

Light, airy room with a comfortable bed It was well located in the town. The lady on reception when I arrived was extremely helpful. Having a fridge in the communal kitchen was a great help.

Stayed in May 2025

The thin walls in the room. The last night, I almost fell asleep, and my neighbors came in their room and they turned on the tv. It caused a lot of noise, but it was only for 15 minutes.

The staff was very friendly. The woman at the reception gave me very good information. She even gave me a timetable of the train to go to the Cinque Terre. Also the woman at the breakfast was friendly. The breakfast (buffet) was very good. Normally I never eat cake, but the "torta con prugne" and the "torta con mandorle e noci" was delicous!! Also the cappucchino. The bed slept good, There was also airco and a kettle to make some tea. You could use a shared kitchen en a fridge and there was a big terrace. I loved my stay here in the single room. The location was also good. In the city and close to the trainstation and busstop. I've been to the Cinque Terre, Portvenere (by bus) and Lerici (also by bus). I love this place.

Stayed in May 2025

Nothing

The staff were so friendly and helpful, they had recommendations for travelling and where to visit during my stay. The breakfast was simple but exactly what you'd want to start the day with a good selection of meats, juice, breads and jams. Location is brilliant for access to the Cinque Terre via La Spezia Centrale station. Overall, this hotel exceeded my expectations and knowing it's a non-profit venture made it even better!

Stayed in May 2025

Very comfortable Room Nice breakfast Very helpful Staff

Stayed in April 2025

The room I was in was super big and comfortable and all the people there were very nice, in particular Sara who checked me in!

Stayed in February 2025

Everything

Exceeded my expectations on every level, size of room, quality of furniture and sanitaryware. Location was brilliant located close to station and main centre.

Stayed in April 2025