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Resort La Francesca

Localita La Francesca, 19011 Bonassola Italy
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#1 of 1 inn in Bonassola
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4.6
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3.3
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3.2
55 houses and apartments from 2+1 to 6+2 beds with kitchenette, bathroom and terrace, in a marvellous park overlooking the sea of Cinque Terre; the ideal place for a holiday immersed in nature. Beach, swimmingpool, tennis, playground; restaurant, bar, minimarket. 60 minutes from Genova airport (1 hour and 15' from Pisa); 15 minutes from Carrodano-Levanto exit of the motorway A 12 Genova-Livorno; 5 minutes drive from Levanto station - starting point for trains to Cinque Terre - that you can reach in 15 minutes walk through the old railway tunnels, recently restored and opened to the hikers. Aperto tutto l'anno: 55 appartamenti e villette da 2+1 a 6+2 posti letto, con angolo cottura, bagno e terrazza, in un grande parco sul mare delle Cinque Terre; luogo ideale per una vacanza immersa nella natura.Spiaggia riservata, piscina, tennis, impianti sportivi, campo giochi; ristorante, bar, minimarket.
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Free parking
Free internet
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Bar / lounge
Beach
Diving
Children's playground
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Internet
Outdoor pool
Fence around pool
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Vending machine
Swimup bar
Hiking
Mini golf
Snorkeling
Tennis court
Canoeing offsite
Fishing
Table tennis
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Solarium
Convenience store
Sun terrace
Express check-in / check-out
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Private beach
Private balcony
Safe
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Coffee / tea maker
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Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
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Refrigerator
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HOTEL STYLE
Ocean View
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Italian
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R M wrote a review Aug 2022
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On internet they have used pictures from long, long time ago. The football field is a desert by now. In the little children pool is no water at all. The private beach is a pebble / rocky piece of shore where you need shoes to enter the water. And hopefully the waves dont throw you back against the rocks upon entry. The cabin is old and there is nothing to keep you cool. Owner claims that he prefers the fresh sea breeze. Well if there would be a breeze at all it was still 35+ degrees in the cabin. Very very small kitchen, ridiculous small and expensive shop and no other facilities at all. Everything is very steep and will take a lot of energy to come somewhere. And that for 1650 euro per week. A cash cow we call that. Never, never never again. The owner should be more transparant or invest in an upgrade as this is not even a 1 star facility. Only positive part is that you might be able to see the sea. And if you have bad luck, hear the neigbours above or below you (as you can not see on the website pictures)......
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Ben Y wrote a review Aug 2022
London, United Kingdom12 contributions4 helpful votes
This is a delightfully sprawling resort comprised of a collection of individual cottages nestled on a verdant hillside leading down to a private and unspoiled beach. There is a large salt-water pool, a small shop for essentials, a bar for breakfast, and an excellent restaurant on site. Further afield, a host of picturesque seaside towns, beaches, and a wealth of top-notch restaurants are just a short drive from the property. Do note that while Resort La Francesca allows dogs, it can't be said to welcome them. They are not allowed off the leash at any time nor able to be present on the outside terrace, by the pool, or on the beach. As a result, I was largely unable to join my family swimming or for breakfast - although our dog appeared happy to sit with me and consider the view on our balcony.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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bmbmb2016 wrote a review Aug 2019
San Vincenzo, Italy397 contributions175 helpful votes
We had been at a Francesca with our dog some 15 years ago and we had loved it. Back this summer for 2 weeks with our young dog we have found the charming little houses in a very poor state.(Luck of maintenance). Few aspects could be easily improved to create a perfect atmosphere. Swimming pool close from 13h to 15 h. Like a post office !😖 Dogs are Paying Guests (8 euros per day). But nothing is thought for them. .Travelling Pets are increasing. It is Extraordinary nowadays not to have thought a small place, within the village,to give access to the sea to dogs that like to swim. At La Francesca Dogs are not welcome in: playground, bar, swimming pool, by the sea, solarium, restaurant. A 😖 space for dogs was in a disgraceful state.(see pictures). Public Dog beach near Levanto was closed because of likage/ loss of sewerage😖. The path to reach it is quite steep. ⚠️ A small effort will make La Francesca even more unique.♥️
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded Aug 10, 2019
i Signori Maurizio ed Anna, italiani, hanno preferito scrivere una recensione in inglese, forse per far conoscere ad un pubblico più vasto l'atteggiamento "no pet frendly" della Francesca. I cani al guinzaglio negli spazi comuni hanno un parco di 15 ettari a disposizione, e possono godere del mare sugli scogli, abbiamo un fronte mare di 1km oltre la spiaggia, un angolo appartato è sicuramente disponibile; purtroppo il recinto cani (poco usato nonostante i numerosi cani ospitati) non era stato adeguatamente ripulito dalle erbacce... ma a richiesta avremmo provveduto con sollecitudine Circa le abitazioni ogni possibile miglioramento sarebbe stato fatto a richiesta. A volte il ricordo di una bella vacanza passata ci fa dimenticare che le regole e gli orari c'erano anche allora. Mi auguro che Maurizio ed Anna tornino a considerare la Francesca un luogo unico anche per la loro cagnolina
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madaboutravelsp wrote a review Oct 2018
Edinburgh, United Kingdom875 contributions1329 helpful votes
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We loved staying at La Francesca and we would definitely come back but I understand it is not for everybody. The whole resort consists of independent appartments in a lovely and very secluded spot in the coast of Liguria. Off season it was peaceful, quiet and the sea views and starry sky have no match. Also, all the staff was super lovely and food at the restaurant and breakfast were good. We are a young and fit couple that doesn't need any luxuries so I understand that since it is on a slope it may not be the best choice for those who are not used to walking around. I have read that the cabins are old and so is the decoration. It is partially true but it is also true that everything worked fine, bed was comfy, shower was good and we made good use of our kitchen. And waking up to the mediterranean sea views was great. It is a good place to come with the family as there is plenty to keep the kids entertained.
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Date of stay: October 2018Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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michaelcavaliere wrote a review Sep 2018
Boston, New York3 contributions1 helpful vote
We discovered this beautiful place almost by chance Don't think about the comforts of an hotel suite, you won't find them. Imagine little houses surrounded nature in front of a wonderful sea. La Francesca is an incredibly peaceful place where you can walk, rest and watch breathtaking sunsets.
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Date of stay: September 2018
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NYC_NTGT wrote a review Aug 2018
New York City, New York1 contribution
Room - No AC (dripping sweat all night in August), outdated, no screens which brought in tons of bugs. Bathroom Cons: dirty, smelly, probably only "cleaned" by guests since we are required to "wipe everything down before we leave," bring your own toilet paper. Bedrooms Cons: zero comfort. Beds were some sort of thin cots, "curtains" were thin material so windows remained shut in one bedroom because neighbors' patio looked right into bedroom. One of the windows was broken and kept pushing open which caused one of the kids to slam head into the edge of the window (didn't have ice, had to get the coldest water we could to put on bump). Killed MANY bugs daily before going to sleep. Pros: a lot of storage (bring hangers if you need them), decent mirror in one room, full body mirror in the other. Location: Incredible. Quick drive to nearby beaches. Absolutely beautiful location. Restaurant: Cons: FOOD WAS TERRIBLE (canned pasta would have been better). SERVICE WAS SLOW. Very nice servers running around like Tazmanian devils because there were only two servers for the entire outside patio. We felt bad for them because they were dripping sweat, but they "kept their cool." Inside: No AC, therefore, they didn't take any bookings for the inside. Outside: Beautiful! Amenities: Gotta start with the cons... Poor lighting throughout resort, making it unsafe to walk around in the dark. Ping pong: Can't play after dark. Mini golf: We played, had fun, BUT the course needs serious fixing...expect to climb up and down in unsafe conditions to get from hole to hole. Bar and restaurant close early considering we spent most days outside the resort and had limited options when we returned. Private beach: It's tough to call it a beach...but the water does meet the boulders at this private beach. The staircases and ramp leading down to the beach are unsafe. A kid face planted on the steep ramp. All rocks and boulders. No supervision, didn't see any of the water toys offered on the web page. Trash disposal: Limited locations. Patio: beautiful and peaceful. There is a list of things for the renter to do, but nothing is supplied to get it done (no additional trash bags, sponges, cleaning supplies). Very expensive room. Would never go back.
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Date of stay: August 2018
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Responded Aug 23, 2018
Vorrei cortesemente avere da Trip advisor una motivazione sul criterio usato per non pubblicare la mia risposta Attendo chiarimenti Grazie
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Al E wrote a review May 2018
Fort Walton Beach, Florida14 contributions21 helpful votes
You don’t come to La Francesca for accommodations, you come for the location. There are good and bad things about La Francesca. I’ll start with the bad, then move in to the good. The Bad: The cottages are OLD, not recently updated, and not the cleanliest of places. Furnishings mismatched, no sense of decor. The beds are old, and somewhat dingy, terrible blankets and old, flat pillows. The couches are metal, fold-down cots, the blankets covering them are old. This dishes in the cabinet had been semi-washed, by what I assume was the last guest, and many were dirty still. The soap shell in the bathroom was slimy and full of water. The shower head dripped noisily. We stayed in early May, which is classified by the resort as low season, so the pools, mini market and bar were closed. Yet the resort doesn’t offer heating at this time of year. We encountered rainy, cold weather and inquired about heating, we were advised it would be €72 per day to have cabin heated. They want you to clean the place when you check out, yet supply no cleaning products, sponges, kitchen towels, toilet tissue or kitchen roll, so you have to buy those things yourself. They provide 1 bath towel and 1 hand towel per person with no change-outs. There are only two washers on the entire resort, one of which was broken with staff having no idea why or when it would be working again. The cost of the washer was €4 per load. If it rains, you can’t dry your laundry. I could go on. Suffice it to say this *could* be a nice resort IF they did a complete overhaul of the rental accommodations and amenities. As it is now, it’s pretty bad, at least our room was. The tennis courts, mini golf and children’s park are in bad need of repair. This resort was built in 1961 and many things around the place look like they haven’t been cared for in many years. If you stay on off season, we stayed in early May 2018, the mini-market and pool are closed, and restaurant is open for 2 hours per night. So you’ll need a car or you’ll be walking several (steep) KM and back to get food in nearby towns. Speaking of that - If you aren’t physically fit, this resort isn’t for you. Everything is either up a steep hill or down a steep slope, everything. We didn’t mind that so much, though were a young, fit couple and still lost our breath walking to and fro at La Francesca. I WOULD NOT STAY HERE AGAIN EVEN IF THE PRICE WERE 50€ per night simply based on the accommodations. The dinner in the restaurant is over priced and not made to order. There are limited choices and they seem to pre-cook everything; our food was brought to us not 3 minutes after ordering each time. It was an OK meal, but not worth €20 per person. Save your money and eat in Bonassola. The Good: The hot water in our cabin worked well once it got hot, the water pressure was decent. The location is gorgeous. Tucked into a hillside overlooking the sea. The silence, the smells of green, florals and ocean water. It could be bottled as a perfume. The views from the La Francesca houses closest to the seaside are breathtaking. In early May the weather is warm, mild and should be great unless you encounter a rainy spell, during which it becomes quite cold. The beach area, though small, is quite nice. There is a peaceful feeling here, safe and quiet compared to the previous week we spent in Naples in the city center. Levanto and the smaller Bonassola are each about an 45 mins walk along the seaside. Levanto is a beautiful seaside town with a children’s park, shopping, plenty of places to eat, a few grocery markets, and a nice, large pebble beach. Bonassola is smaller, even more beautiful, a closer walk, with several dining options and a small grocery market. Levanto is better for shopping, Bonassola is better for atmosphere. The free WiFi worked well in the cottage, so there’s that. We appreciated that most people we encountered spoke English. There are many places to stay near Levanto and Bonassola that I imagine would offer the same ‘place magic’ that La Francesca does, with better accommodations, service and amenities. Book at your own risk. I almost feel bad leaving such negative feedback, but facts are facts. This resort is OLD and need some serious work to bring it back to the loveliness I’m sure it once was. Ultimately, we checked out 2 days early due to the cold rain and moved to Levanto so we could have heat and not have to hike up and down the mountain in the rain when we needed something in town. The staff didn’t even ask why we were leaving early (non-refundable), they just didn’t care.
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Date of stay: May 2018Trip type: Traveled with family
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RPD1987 wrote a review Sep 2017
Utrecht, The Netherlands12 contributions4 helpful votes
The resort is pretty nice, relaxing and looks great. everything is neatly organized. Reception is good as well. Great view, private beach with chairs and shower, nice market, bar, pool (with showercaps, WHY?) walking distance from levanto. Our cottage was not so nice: the place is incredibly outdated. Bedroom: No real curtains, just a see through piece of cloth. Matrass was way to soft to be comfortable. perhaps add a fan to keep the air going, the warmth gets stuck inside and there is no circulation Bathroom: Extremely smelly of sewer and mold. smell came from the small faucet. The bathroom curtain is moldy with blacks spots everywhere, the showerhead was calcified and the drain area was dirty, rusted and the paint sticks to your feet. the walls are covered in strange leftovers of moisture or other fluids. they might want to use some strong bleach Livingroom: OK, couches are actually beds folded up. quite uncomfy but who stays inside during summer? Kitchen: very small and not clean. dirty cloth in the cupboard and not all cutlery was clean. Balcony: great view but folding chairs are broken, with sharp rusted edges. quite dangerous. I read the owners response several times stating that its not a 4* hotel, which i understand but nevertheless it could have been cleaner and more confortable. Would i go back? yes but only if the cottages are upgraded or the prices is lowered. Another note: if you have reduced mobility, dont go here. Steep and long walks require legs of steel.
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Date of stay: September 2017
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LittleFootAdventures wrote a review Jul 2017
Denmark40 contributions11 helpful votes
In a nutshell La Francesca Resort is a large private area with everything you will need to really relax without any worries. There is a small bar where Italian style breakfast is served every morning together with a minimarket where you can buy all the essentials you may need such as food to cook or even basic things like shampoo. Parking is available with several spots around the resort which made it easy for us to go anywhere from that location to the nearby towns. A pool, private beach and its own restaurant were also features that really made an impression on me. The properties are located along a hill that takes you directly to their private beach. All bungalows are equipped with a small kitchen which is perfect if you want to cook you own meal and save some money (The Cinque Terre area is quite expensive for meals).
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Date of stay: June 2017
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Room Tip: If possible travel by car to this location because it's up in the hill.
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joanna b wrote a review Jul 2017
amsterdam, the netherlands5 contributions
The peacefulness , the flowers , the light on the sea from the balcony of our apartment, the walking through the tunnels to the villages: it is all very special. We are very glad with the new matresses and the upgrade of the bathroom. We came here numerous times. The restaurant serves good food and the guy at the bar is very welcoming.
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Date of stay: June 2017
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Room Tip: This is not a hotel. You have your own little house or apartment on the hill.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Resort La Francesca
Which popular attractions are close to Resort La Francesca?
Nearby attractions include Ex Gallerie (0.6 miles), Spiaggia di Bonassola (0.5 miles), and A Curnea Dispensa Alimentare (0.7 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Resort La Francesca?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a swimup bar, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Resort La Francesca?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a refrigerator, and a seating area.
What food & drink options are available at Resort La Francesca?
Guests can enjoy a swimup bar, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Resort La Francesca?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Resort La Francesca?
Conveniently located restaurants include Focacceria Antica Liguria, Ristorante C(K)antina, and Osteria Antica Guetta.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Resort La Francesca?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is Resort La Francesca located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.4 miles away from the center of Bonassola.
Are pets allowed at Resort La Francesca?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Resort La Francesca?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, and Italian.
Are there any historical sites close to Resort La Francesca?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Loggia Comunale (1.3 miles) and Hermitage Of Sant'antonio Del Mesco (3.5 miles).