Laila

Il Gelsomino d'Oro

TopBnB Very good 9.2 / 10

(20 reviews)

Corso Cavour, 212 - La Spezia (SP) - Area: city center | Map

National identification codeCIN: IT011015C1HEGVZPXR

Regional identification codeCIR: 011015-BEB-0033

Category
Bed & Breakfast

Rooms
1

Breakfast
included

Bathroom
Ensuite

Guests in this venue liked

In the city center
Near the station
Shopping area
Cheap
Abundant breakfast
Charming property
Near the metro
Very new
The design of the property

Description

Located in the heart of the city, in a recently renovated historic building, we offer an independent entrance, air conditioning, mini-fridge, Wi-Fi TV, private bathroom, high-quality finishes, well-furnished, spacious and quiet room, and an elevator.

Rooms and Rates

To accommodate the needs of all our guests, we regret that we cannot accept pets.

Features

Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite):

Air Conditioning
Breakfast included
TV
Free Wifi
Family
Business
Hair dryer
Heating
Ideal for trekking
Near cycle paths

*Declared by the Innkeeper

All Features

Various information

Rooms with air conditioning
Internet access
English speaker

House features

19th century house
Recently restored house
Insured house

Air conditioning and heating systems of the house

Certified systems
Heating systems
Air conditioning

Electric system

Certified systems
Smoke and fire alarms

Location and surroundings

City centre
Archeologic area / near monuments
Near (within 10 mins) pubblic transports
Near (within 45 mins) train station / airport / port

Number of rooms

Total number of rooms: 1
Number of rooms with own bathroom inside the room (ensuite): 1

Size of rooms

Between 14 and 20 sqm

Bathroom facilities

Bathrooms restored in the last 5 years
Hair dryer
Monodose products

Room facilities

Children bed
TV
Mirror or luggage case
Fridge
Internet connection or telephone

Furnishing

Historic furniture
Desk / table and chairs

Cleaning services

Daily

Services

Guides / maps / books available
Local events calendar
Shuttle service

Holiday themes - the place

Holiday themes - town size

Town - between 25.000 and 100.000 in.

Holiday themes - area features

Near monuments
Cultural events and arts exhibitions
Wine and food attractions area
Historic centre
Shopping area
Gardens and landscapes

Holiday themes - house features

Historic house
Family
Business

TopBnB

Hey from Laila

Member since July 2008 | 36,869 hits

Laila Ciardelli, who is unmarried, manages her own B&B with the utmost discretion. She provides tourists with all the necessary information to discover the area, as she is the vice president of the CAI - Italian Alpine Club - Spezia section and an expert in the territory.

She has a degree in philosophy.

Guests are free to come and go from the structure as they please.

Website

My calendar is updated

Response rate: High

Response time: within a day

Conditions

Check-in from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Area city center

Close to the railway station and near the pedestrian center, there are means of public transportation such as trains, buses or boats that lead to main tourist destinations such as Cinque Terre, Porto Venere, Lerici.

Located within the city's museum circuit: Pinacoteca Museo Lia, Museo del Sigillo, Museo Diocesano, Museo Navale, Museo Archeologico Castel San Giorgio, Museo d'Arte Moderna Camec.

Near the Naval Museum is the Mirabello Tourist Port equipped with a swimming pool, bars, restaurants and shops.

In particular, during the summer months, cultural, artistic and gastronomic activities take place in the six museums and in the squares of the historic center.

The International Jazz Festival takes place in July.

In August, the Palio Remiero del Golfo and related sea culture events are held.

Airports

Pisa Airport - Galileo Galilei 65 Km
Genoa Airport - Sestri 84 Km

Train Stations

La Spezia Train Station 443 m

*Distances As The Crow Flies

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In The Surroundings

Civic Museum U. Formentini 60 m
Museum Lia 299 m
Museum Sigillo 335 m
Shopping Center Il Faro 351 m
La Spezia Train Station 443 m
Museum Podenzana 463 m
Archaeological Museum 548 m
St. George's Castle 566 m
Stadium Alberto Picco La Spezia 629 m
CAMeC 684 m
Main Gate of the Arsenale 745 m
Gate Isolabella 811 m
Naval Museum 858 m
National Museum of Transport 896 m
Terminal Traghetti Portovenere e 5 terre 984 m

*Distances As The Crow Flies

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Very good

Overall Rating 9.2 / 10
20 reviews

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What guests say

Reviews highlight excellent cleanliness and a warm welcome from the owner, who is very helpful with travel tips and local recommendations. The location is a major strength: close to both the town center and the train station, making it ideal for visiting La Spezia and the Cinque Terre. Rooms are comfortable, well-equipped, and generally quiet. Breakfast at nearby bakeries is much appreciated, and the presence of safety equipment is noted positively. A few guests mention minor issues like parking or slight humidity in the bathroom, but overall, the experience is highly positive and the property is recommended for its location, cleanliness, and hospitality.

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carmen

Birthday trip/gift for my dearest friend! The owner is a very kind lady who welcomed us warmly. She provided us with information, brochures and everything possible to make our stay easier. The location is fairly convenient both for reaching La Spezia Centrale station and the ferries. Breakfast is to be taken at a nearby bar where they make truly excellent croissants and pastries. Our only regret is that we were not able to say goodbye to her before departure.

stayed from 09/19/2025 to 09/21/2025

The answer from the host:
Gent. Ma, la ringrazio per le sue parole di apprezzamento, alla prossima

gianluca

A short walk from the central station, in the city center. The host was very kind and courteous.

stayed from 09/15/2025 to 09/16/2025

The answer from the host:
Gent. Mo, grazie per la sua recensione, alla. Prossima

paola irene

Il Gelsomino d'oro is an excellent accommodation. The room, with a private bathroom, is very well cared for and perfectly clean. In addition, the location is convenient for reaching both the station and the city center. The owner is very kind and helpful and can give excellent advice on places to visit. Highly recommended.

stayed from 08/09/2025 to 08/11/2025

The answer from the host:
Gent. Ma, la ringrazio per la sua valutazione, alla prossima

silvia

Clean, tidy, and quiet place, very convenient location, close to the city center and the station. The owner is very kind and helpful. If I find myself in the area again, I would gladly return.

stayed from 07/26/2025 to 07/28/2025

The answer from the host:
Gent. Ma, la ringrazio del suo giudizio, alla prossima

fabiana

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stayed from 06/26/2025 to 06/30/2025

chiara

Laila was very helpful. I called her the day before and she immediately answered. What can I say, I was super satisfied. The room was nice, clean, with everything I needed. I was happy and content. I recommend her 100%, thank you.

stayed from 06/20/2025 to 06/22/2025

The answer from the host:
Gent.ma, la ringrazio del suo apprezzamento, alla prossima, cordiali saluti

emiliano

My wife and I stayed at the B&B over the Easter weekend in 2025. The property is strategically located: five minutes on foot from the station and the same amount of time from the pleasant city center of La Spezia. Additionally, it is convenient to reach the port for departures to the Cinque Terre (about ten minutes on foot), and a few steps away is the bus stop that allows you to reach Portovenere in about half an hour. The owner welcomed us exquisitely, providing precise advice regarding the wonderful possibilities offered by the splendid territory of the Riviera di Levante. The room is cozy, has independent access, and features good spaces and a private bathroom. It also has all the comforts (kettle, minibar, hairdryer, etc.) to ensure a pleasant stay (even beyond the classic weekend, in my opinion). Breakfast is served at excellent cafés and pastry shops just below the B&B: a choice we greatly appreciated for its quality and quantity. An aspect that could be improved, for which I don’t rate the property, is nonetheless neat and pleasant, with a 10 in cleanliness: the presence of a slight musty smell from the service, with forced ventilation, compatible with the ancient age of the building and easily resolvable by simply closing the door. One last highly positive detail that I find worth mentioning is the presence of safety devices fully compliant with current regulations and well marked (fire extinguisher and first aid kit) that I have hardly encountered in other B&Bs. In conclusion, I can only recommend the B&B Gelsomino d'Oro to those wishing to visit La Spezia, the Cinque Terre, and their enchanting surroundings.

stayed from 04/18/2025 to 04/21/2025

paola

A welcoming, pleasant, and well-kept environment. Mrs. Laila is kind, attentive to details, and gave me suggestions and directions for museums, restaurants, and transport.

stayed from 03/31/2025 to 04/03/2025

The answer from the host:
Gent.ma, la ringrazio del suo giudizio, cordiali saluti

matteo

Reservation made on Friday for the same weekend. Maximum availability and welcome from the managers. The structure is conveniently located to all services offered by the city. We will gladly return.

stayed from 09/28/2024 to 09/29/2024

laura

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stayed from 09/06/2024 to 09/08/2024

chiara

The B&B is located in the center of La Spezia, on Corso Cavour. The station is 10 minutes away on foot, and there are many bus stops and services (such as supermarkets and restaurants) right outside the house. The location is very convenient. Moreover, Mrs. Laila, the owner of the B&B, is really nice and helpful; she made me feel welcomed right away. With a few bus stops, you can reach the port of La Spezia, where you can book boat trips to the Cinque Terre. The Cinque Terre can also be reached by train. In short, the property has an excellent location and nearby services. The breakfast is good, and you can have it in a bar right under the house.

stayed from 08/26/2024 to 08/29/2024

The answer from the host:
Grazie della valutazione, alla prossima cordiali saluti dal gelsomino d'oro La Spezia

fatima

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stayed from 08/19/2024 to 08/23/2024

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stayed from 08/06/2024 to 08/09/2024

caterina

We had a great time, the owner is very kind. Great location to visit the city and the Cinque Terre. A stone's throw from the train station.

stayed from 07/29/2024 to 08/02/2024

alessandro

Very kind and helpful lady. Thank you so much for welcoming us 😘.

stayed from 06/17/2024 to 06/19/2024

romina

Perfect B&B for those who want to visit the Cinque Terre. Excellent location, in the center and close to the train station. Clean room equipped with all comforts. Good breakfast at a pastry shop nearby. Laila, the owner, is a very kind, helpful, and welcoming person.

stayed from 05/31/2024 to 06/02/2024

carlo

Good room.

stayed from 05/23/2024 to 05/28/2024

patricia

The bnb is excellent. Everything super clean. The bed is super comfy and big. Is easy to go there from the train station. The host Laila is super charming. She will give you recommendations and even show you paths to walk on Cinqueterre park on real map, old school edition as should be. I would for sure come back. If you don't speak Italian, you should have the Google translate at hand.

stayed from 05/15/2024 to 05/19/2024

The answer from the host:
Grazie a voi di tutto, cordiali saluti, alla prossima

samuele

B&B really very cozy, in the center and very close to the station, only flaw the parking. Spectacular breakfast in a pastry shop! Mrs. Laila very nice and very helpful.

stayed from 10/18/2022 to 10/19/2022

The answer from the host:
Grazie, alla prossima

matilde

The lady who hosted us was very kind and welcoming, explaining where to go, what to eat, and proved to be helpful in everything. Very convenient location as it is close to the station and the center. Very nice and clean room with air conditioning, also provided towels, maps, and brochures on local attractions. Delicious breakfast at a bar near the property. Highly recommended!

stayed from 08/17/2017 to 08/18/2017

The answer from the host:
Gentilissima, la ringrazio di quanto ha voluto scrivere sulla mia struttura e sulla mia persona, un caro saluto, a presto. Laila Ciardelli.