Pros
- Quiet and convenient location in La Spezia's historic pedestrian-only center
- Within a 10-minute walk from trains and boats to Cinque Terre
- Comfortable, contemporary rooms with flat-screen TVs, AC, and mini-fridges
- Two-bedroom family apartment with full kitchen and living room
- Modern bathrooms with bidets, stand-up showers, and toiletries
- Family-friendly extras include cribs, cots, and beds on request
- Free typical Italian breakfast
- Free bicycles for borrow, and bottled water in rooms
- Free and fast Wi-Fi throughout
Cons
- Walls are thin and it can be noisy
- Some guests have trouble with the small size of the rooms
- Reception closes in the evening
- No restaurant or leisure facilities on-site
Bottom Line
Crismar Hotel is a small, family-run property located smack in the middle of La Spezia's historic, pedestrian-only center. Trains and boats to Cinque Terre and other popular areas are within walking distance. Rates at this value property are expensive compared to the competition and number of features, but you can expect freebies like friendly service, bike rentals, Italian-style breakfasts (pastries and coffee), and fast, reliable Wi-Fi. The nine rooms here range from single to triple occupancy; they're snug, but comfortable and contemporary, with memory foam mattresses, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and air-conditioning. A two-bedroom apartment with kitchen is suitable for families. Travelers looking for slightly sleeker digs and a bigger breakfast should check out the nearby My One Hotel La Spezia.
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Amenities
- Cribs
- Internet
Scene
A small and snug family-run hotel that's sometimes noisy inside.
The family-run Crismar Hotel is housed inside a refurbished 19th-century mill. The interiors are contemporary, fresh, and bright, though many guests have reported that thin walls give way to noisy hallways and rooms. There aren't many public spaces here due to lack of space and features, and the only real spot to mingle with fellow travelers is out in the courtyard. This is great for couples and families seeking privacy, but may not be ideal for solo travelers. If you are looking to stay in the same budget but prefer a standard hotel-style spot (with a slightly sleeker look, much bigger breakfast, and larger rooms), check out the nearby My One Hotel La Spezia.
Location
Excellent location in the pedestrian center of La Spezia, the gateway to Cinque Terre
Hotel Crismar is in the heart of the historic, pedestrian-only center of La Spezia, the gateway to the Gulf of Poets and Cinque Terre. Leaving the hotel on foot, travelers can easily reach the train station or boats to Cinque Terre in around five minutes, while the main train station, La Spezia Centrale, connects to the region's popular cities like Pisa and Florence. The nearest airports are Pisa (PSA) and Genoa (GOA), offering links to all major Italian and European cities. From Pisa International Airport, there is a railway connection with Pisa Centrale Station, which offers easy access to La Spezia Centrale train station.
- Five-minute walk to the train station and tourist boats
- 20-minute bus (or 30-minute boat ride) to Portovenere
- 20-minute boat ride to Lerici
- One-hour train ride (or two-hour summer-only boat ride) to Portofino
- One-hour drive or train to Pisa
- 90-minute drive or train to Lucca
- 80-minute drive to Genoa Airport
- Two-hour drive or train to Florence
Rooms
Small, but comfortable and contemporary, rooms with AC, mini-fridges, and TVs
Crismar Hotel's nine rooms skip the usual number designation and are named after different villages in the area. Above each bed, there is a photograph of the village the room is named after, which adds a charming touch. The small rooms are snug, clean, and have a simple but contemporary style in mostly neutral tones, plus accent walls in yellow, red, or green-blue. The wall-mounted beside tables, drop-leaf table, and 19-inch flat-screen TV help to save some space, while the large memory foam mattress dominates. Also provided are quality AC, a mini-fridge, free Wi-Fi, free bottled water, and modern bathrooms with bidets, tiny shower stalls, and free toiletries. Wispy curtains add an air of lightness, but also may make it hard for some people to sleep in.
Regular rooms come in single, double, or triple occupancy, but there's also a detached, two-bedroom apartment with a kitchen and living room available for families or small groups.
Features
No restaurant, but a few nice freebies, including Italian breakfast and fast Wi-Fi
Crismar Hotel is a small value boutique so don't expect a ton of features, though there are still a few things you can count on. Rates include a daily Italian-style breakfast, fast Wi-Fi throughout, and free use of the hotel's bikes. The hotel lacks a restaurant and leisure facilities, but numerous eateries are close by. There's a good amount of free parking nearby for those with cars. The staff's friendly service is also a standout to most guests. There isn't much space to socialize, but if the weather is nice, travelers can pop out to the small exterior courtyard.
Scene
A small and snug family-run hotel that's sometimes noisy inside.
The family-run Crismar Hotel is housed inside a refurbished 19th-century mill. The interiors are contemporary, fresh, and bright, though many guests have reported that thin walls give way to noisy hallways and rooms. There aren't many public spaces here due to lack of space and features, and the only real spot to mingle with fellow travelers is out in the courtyard. This is great for couples and families seeking privacy, but may not be ideal for solo travelers. If you are looking to stay in the same budget but prefer a standard hotel-style spot (with a slightly sleeker look, much bigger breakfast, and larger rooms), check out the nearby My One Hotel La Spezia.
Location
Excellent location in the pedestrian center of La Spezia, the gateway to Cinque Terre
Hotel Crismar is in the heart of the historic, pedestrian-only center of La Spezia, the gateway to the Gulf of Poets and Cinque Terre. Leaving the hotel on foot, travelers can easily reach the train station or boats to Cinque Terre in around five minutes, while the main train station, La Spezia Centrale, connects to the region's popular cities like Pisa and Florence. The nearest airports are Pisa (PSA) and Genoa (GOA), offering links to all major Italian and European cities. From Pisa International Airport, there is a railway connection with Pisa Centrale Station, which offers easy access to La Spezia Centrale train station.
- Five-minute walk to the train station and tourist boats
- 20-minute bus (or 30-minute boat ride) to Portovenere
- 20-minute boat ride to Lerici
- One-hour train ride (or two-hour summer-only boat ride) to Portofino
- One-hour drive or train to Pisa
- 90-minute drive or train to Lucca
- 80-minute drive to Genoa Airport
- Two-hour drive or train to Florence
Rooms
Small, but comfortable and contemporary, rooms with AC, mini-fridges, and TVs
Crismar Hotel's nine rooms skip the usual number designation and are named after different villages in the area. Above each bed, there is a photograph of the village the room is named after, which adds a charming touch. The small rooms are snug, clean, and have a simple but contemporary style in mostly neutral tones, plus accent walls in yellow, red, or green-blue. The wall-mounted beside tables, drop-leaf table, and 19-inch flat-screen TV help to save some space, while the large memory foam mattress dominates. Also provided are quality AC, a mini-fridge, free Wi-Fi, free bottled water, and modern bathrooms with bidets, tiny shower stalls, and free toiletries. Wispy curtains add an air of lightness, but also may make it hard for some people to sleep in.
Regular rooms come in single, double, or triple occupancy, but there's also a detached, two-bedroom apartment with a kitchen and living room available for families or small groups.
Features
No restaurant, but a few nice freebies, including Italian breakfast and fast Wi-Fi
Crismar Hotel is a small value boutique so don't expect a ton of features, though there are still a few things you can count on. Rates include a daily Italian-style breakfast, fast Wi-Fi throughout, and free use of the hotel's bikes. The hotel lacks a restaurant and leisure facilities, but numerous eateries are close by. There's a good amount of free parking nearby for those with cars. The staff's friendly service is also a standout to most guests. There isn't much space to socialize, but if the weather is nice, travelers can pop out to the small exterior courtyard.
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Best Rates
Amenities
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Air Conditioner
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Basic Television
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Cabanas
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Cable
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Cribs
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Free Breakfast
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Internet
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Kids Allowed
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Mini Bar (with liquor)
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Poolside Drink Service
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