Hotel Porto Roca

The hotel is a “little tired” but the location and view is awesome and that is why you come to this part of the world. The dining room staff are excellent. The hotel will ferry customers up and down the steep driveway with a smile. It is not an inconvenience. Stayed 4 nights. You MUST get a room with a view of the ocean.

This place is worth every penny!! Excellent amenities (complimentary shuttle from the base of the hill to the hotel, AMAZING buffet breakfast, pool/hot tub, VIEWS, steps away from the hiking trails connecting each village, pleasant and helpful staff, etc). Our room was small but had everything we needed, including good air conditioning to help us cool off after a long day hiking. Needless to say, my partner and I really enjoyed our stay here and will be looking at staying here again next time we visit Cinque Terre!

When I tell you the views from Hotel Porto Roca are stunning, I mean truly breathtaking. This beautiful hotel sits high on a cliff overlooking the Cinque Terre coastline to the east and the charming village of Monterosso al Mare to the west. From sunrise to sunset, every moment feels like a dream — the kind of view you’ll remember forever. Yes, Cinque Terre is known for its incredible scenery, but I’m convinced this is the best view in the entire region. I spent hours at the infinity pool and hot tub, completely mesmerized by the panorama. The pizza at the pool bar was fabulous — simple, fresh, and full of flavor. The breakfast deserves its own mention — truly the best breakfast I had in all of Italy. Everything was fresh, beautifully presented, and served with genuine warmth. It was the perfect way to start each day while taking in that unforgettable view. The staff were amazing — so kind, professional, and always willing to go above and beyond. The restaurant was above average, though with so many fantastic dining options down in town, it’s fun to explore. And let me tell you, the bed and pillows were by far the most comfortable I had in Italy — and I’m a high-maintenance sleeper! I slept so well every night, which made our stay even more relaxing. The shuttle service was another highlight — after an evening of dinner and drinks in town, the friendly drivers were always happy to pick us up at the bottom and bring us back up the hill. It made everything so easy and enjoyable. I highly recommend Hotel Porto Roca to anyone visiting Cinque Terre — but be warned, they sell out fast! Don’t say I didn’t warn you. This place is pure paradise, and I can’t wait to come back.

Amazing location with beautiful ocean views!! Room was spacious and comfortable. Pool area was amazing and food and drinks at the pool bar were very good with exceptional views. Staff was also extremely friendly and helpful. The short hike up the hill was worth it and definitely the best place to stay in Monterosso.

We wished we had stayed here longer. It was the most incredible experience. The views from the room, the service from the staff, and the breakfast were superb. The bar served the best care.

Yes, yes, it's up a steep hill but the brief ascent takes you to another world. We arrived in town via train but a quick call to the hotel informed us that if we got a taxi up the hill, the hotel covers the modest cost. For the balance of our trip, the hotel's vehicle quickly got us up or down the steep hill. Or, walk it for more views & additional calorie-burn. Use caution on this narrow drive. Our room (305) was fine, with a stunning terrace view. The breakfast was all we could have asked for. Dinner in the dining room was a bit "fancy" for me but delicious. The pool was stunning. Staff were uniformly gracious & helpful. Our early departure was before breakfast service but they provided us with a packed lunch. Very thoughtful.