Nautilus Hotel
A practical base in La Spezia, with breakfast included and pets welcome.
A place to stay in La Spezia
The Nautilus Hotel is a 2-star property in La Spezia, the port city that connects the Ligurian coast to the Cinque Terre villages. Rated 4.2/5 across 523 guest reviews, it covers the basics well: air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi throughout, daily housekeeping, and a breakfast that guests consistently rate highly. Rooms sleep two or three and come in several configurations — some with balconies, some looking onto an inner courtyard, and one fitted with a roll-in shower for wheelchair users. The hotel accepts pets and has a tour desk on site.
Who this stay suits
A clean, simply equipped 2-star hotel where breakfast, Wi-Fi, and staff are the main draws.
Best for
- Cinque Terre day-trippers using La Spezia as a base
- Travellers with pets
- Guests needing disability-accessible accommodation
- Small groups or families wanting triple rooms
Less suited to
- Travellers expecting hotel-style amenities beyond the basics
- Those who want a private in-room bathroom in every category
Rooms and configurations
Seven room types range from 15 to 18 square metres. Doubles and triples can be arranged with a queen bed or twin beds. The balcony rooms are the largest doubles and triples at 17–18 m², while inner courtyard rooms sit slightly smaller at 15 m².
Inner courtyard outlook
Several rooms face an inner courtyard rather than the street. It is a quieter aspect than a road-facing room and gives the property a slightly contained, residential feel — useful context when choosing between room types.
Disability access
One dedicated room includes a roll-in shower and meets accessibility requirements. The hotel also lists general facilities for disabled guests among its core amenities, which is worth confirming directly for specific needs before booking.
Breakfast
The hotel describes its breakfast as 'very good' — an above-average claim for a 2-star property. It can also be served in the room. Tea and coffee makers are standard across all rooms for those who prefer to start the day independently.
Rooms & suites
Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
16.0 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 queen bed 2 twin beds
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
Double Room with Private External Bathroom
15.0 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 queen bed 2 twin beds
- Inner courtyard view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
King Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access
15.0 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 queen bed 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed
- Inner courtyard view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
Double or Twin Room with Balcony
17.0 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 queen bed 2 twin beds
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
Triple Room with Private External Bathroom
18.0 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed 3 twin beds
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
Triple Room with Balcony
18.0 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed 3 twin beds
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
Triple Room with Bathroom
18.0 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed 3 twin beds
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free Wifi
Standout features
Inside Nautilus Hotel
Amenities at Nautilus Hotel
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Very Good Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Arriving in La Spezia
Nautilus Hotel is 65.3 km from Pisa Airport (PSA), where the PisaMover shuttle connects to Pisa Centrale. La Spezia Centrale station is about 1.4 km away, roughly a 20-minute walk. Italian cities charge a tourist tax (tassa di soggiorno) per person per night, collected by the property rather than included in the booking total; the rate depends on the city and the property's star rating, and many properties still take it in cash.
Across 523 reviews giving a 4.2/5 overall rating, the feedback patterns point clearly to staff, cleanliness, and free Wi-Fi as the property's strengths. Breakfast draws repeated positive attention — notable for a 2-star hotel. No review themes from the data suggest major recurring complaints.
- Staff9.3
- Facilities8.5
- Cleanliness8.9
- Comfort8.9
- Value For Money8.7
- Location8.8
- Free Wifi9.1
Good to know
Frequently asked
Where exactly is the Nautilus Hotel?
The hotel is in La Spezia, a city on the Ligurian coast of northwest Italy. La Spezia is the main rail gateway to the Cinque Terre villages and has its own ferry and boat connections along the coast.
How do I get around from the hotel?
The hotel sells public transit tickets (at an additional charge) through its tour desk. La Spezia's train station is the primary hub for day trips to Cinque Terre and connections to Genoa or Pisa.
What room types are available?
There are seven room types: standard doubles, doubles with a private external bathroom, a disability-access room with roll-in shower, doubles and triples with balconies, and triples with either an attached or external bathroom. Rooms run from 15 to 18 m².
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is available and described as 'very good.' It can also be served in the room. All rooms have a tea and coffee maker and an electric kettle for independent use.
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
Yes. The Nautilus Hotel accepts pets and lists pet-friendly rooms as one of its signature features. It is worth contacting the hotel directly to confirm any size or breed conditions.
Is there parking at the hotel?
Parking is not listed among the hotel's amenities. Travellers arriving by car should check local parking options in La Spezia before arrival.
What are the check-in and check-out arrangements?
The hotel has private check-in/out and express check-in/out options. Baggage storage is also available for guests arriving before their room is ready or after check-out.
Is the hotel suitable for guests with disabilities?
One room is specifically fitted with a roll-in shower and disability access. The hotel also lists general facilities for disabled guests. Contact the hotel directly to confirm whether specific accessibility requirements can be met.
Are family rooms available?
Yes. The hotel has family rooms. The triple room categories sleep three people and can be configured with a mix of queen and twin beds or three separate twins.
What is the minimum price?
Rates start from around $86 per night. Prices vary by room type, season, and availability — check the hotel directly or via the booking platform for current rates.
Is there room service?
Yes, room service is available. Breakfast can also be delivered to the room, and a shared lounge and TV area provides a common space for guests.
Can the hotel help with local tours or onward travel?
The hotel has a tour desk on site. Public transit tickets are also available to purchase at the hotel, though these come at an additional charge beyond the room rate.