The Poet Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with a bar, near La Spezia Cruise Terminal

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Junior Suite
Front of property
Reception
Daily continental breakfast (EUR 15.00 per person)
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Via Roma, 139, La Spezia, SP, 19100
  • Piazza Garibaldi
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Castello San Giorgio
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • La Spezia Cruise Terminal
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Bidet
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Junior Suite (Family)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

La Spezia

At The Poet Hotel you'll be within steps of Church of Nostra Signora della Neve and Corso Cavour. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class La Spezia Historic Centre hotel include La Spezia Cruise Terminal and Cinque Terre Marine Protected Area.

What's nearby

  • Piazza Garibaldi - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Il Faro - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Castello San Giorgio - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • La Spezia Ferry Dock - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • La Spezia Cruise Terminal - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • La Spezia Centrale Station - 6 min walk
  • Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gelateria Vernazza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Masaniello - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pasticceria Dolci Magie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Trattoria Pulcinella - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria Galatea Ghiotti Momenti - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Poet Hotel

Hotel with a bar, near La Spezia Cruise Terminal
WiFi is free in public spaces. A business centre and meeting rooms are available. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly The Poet Hotel also features multilingual staff, room service (during limited hours), and a front desk safe.

This 4-star La Spezia hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 57 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Poet Hotel offers 57 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature down duvets. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 22 December and 28 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 15.00 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number IT011015A1DZOIQ6DM

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Astoria Hotel La Spezia
Astoria La Spezia
Hotel Astoria La Spezia
Poet Hotel La Spezia
Poet Hotel
Poet La Spezia
The Poet Hotel Hotel
The Poet Hotel La Spezia
The Poet Hotel Hotel La Spezia

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Poet Hotel?

The Poet Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Poet Hotel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Poet Hotel?

The closest beach to The Poet Hotel is Lerici Beach (8 km).

What makes The Poet Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Poet Hotel.

Does The Poet Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is on offer daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Poet Hotel?

No, The Poet Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Poet Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Poet Hotel?

Furry friends are welcome at The Poet Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Poet Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 499 out of 785 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 785 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 785 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 785 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 785 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daffodil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The beds were great at this hotel. The room was comfortable and appreciated we could use our Netflix account on the TV. The room was too hot and had to pop open the window as the thermostat was on a lock. The soap and shampoo weren't to my taste, smell was off-putting. Its about a 20 minute walk to the marina area and a 15 minute walk to the train station. Most staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good hotel, modern and comfortable. Very close to train station and city downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

willie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

made La Spezia a memorable part of my trip.

it was a last min booking. but it was perfect, and lived up to it's name. it had everything I need and felt inspired to get up the next day and go to cinque terra. great location by the train station as well. bit pricey compared to a few others but worth it. they treated me very well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xuan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good at the Poet Hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Second time I’m staying in this hotel and is becoming my favorite in La Spezia. Staff very friendly and professional, very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A hidden gem of a hotel right in the center and close to train station
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is great!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome, El Sobrante

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice trendy hotel with spacious rooms, excellent breakfast buffet and extremely friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent choice for a place to stay in La Spezia. I am so happy that i booked this hotel. The decor was modern. The staff was excellent and very welcoming. Even the people staying at the hotel were friendly. The breakfast was great as well amd had a good variety of food to choose from. The room was comfortable and I had a huge balcony. I love being near clock towers and this room didn't disappoint! It is walkable to the train station and just about everything else in La Spezia. If you need a place to stay, The Poet Hotel is it! For the people who talk about the strong fragrance, this is a large reed diffuser that is located in the stairwell. It was noticable outside the room, but definitely not in my room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La Spezia is not an upscale town….but the hotel is very nice with an excellent breakfast plus it’s close enough to walk to the train station to catch a train to Cinque Terre, Genoa, or Pisa.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Magaly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelent location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Jane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Really quiet unlike some nearer the train station who could hear the tannoys all night. Comfortable beds. Warm room. Great access to the town and the station. We took a travwl kettle..but we are lazy as there was a 24 hour drink station. Staff were very helful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas, Vancouver

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to train station. Funky decor, fine breakfast selections, comfortable bed. Would have appreciated a kettle and mini fridge in room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

vladimir

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Strong smell

This hotel has a very strong smell from reed diffusers that are placed all over the place. It was too much and overwhelming. Even rooms had a strong smell of cleaning supplies. Having to deal with this smell all the time made our stay uncomfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute and modern boutique hotel. Staff had excellent recommendations. Great location and very central to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely stay at the hotel again as well as will let all friends and family know of the great service!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Steven

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Fun and cozy hotel with unique decor in and around the lobby. Room was as expected with the exception of quite a bit of dirt, scuffs, and liquid spilled stains on one of the wall next to the bed. Bathroom and shower were great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, good breakfast and good location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024