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About Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola
A hillside retreat overlooking vineyards, rooftops, and the open Ligurian Sea.
Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola sits above the main flow of village life, offering an elevated vantage point across the cliffs and coastline of Cinque Terre. The guesthouse is positioned on the upper side of Manarola, where terraced vineyards meet pastel buildings and the sea stretches beyond the horizon. The setting feels quieter than the marina level, shaped by narrow pedestrian lanes and stepped pathways that wind upward from the waterfront.
This is a boutique-style guesthouse rather than a full-service hotel. Rooms are private, compact, and designed for travelers who prioritize views and atmosphere over extensive amenities. Air conditioning supports comfort during warmer months, and WiFi is available throughout the property. The overall mood is intimate and relaxed, suited to couples or solo visitors seeking a scenic base within walking distance of Manarola’s harbor and train station.
Excellent rooms
Located in heart of Manarola
Standard King Room
140m²The double room offers a private entrance, a mini-bar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The double room provides a coffee machine, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, a tiled floor and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.
Bath or ShowerElectric kettle
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King Room with Balcony
162m²The double room features a private entrance, a mini-bar, a balcony with river views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
BalconyBath or Shower
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Standard King Room
151m²The double room provides a private entrance, a mini-bar, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.
Bath or ShowerElectric kettle
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Standard King Room
162m²The double room features a private entrance, a mini-bar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 1 bed.
Bath or ShowerElectric kettle
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Single Room
119m²Providing free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The single room provides a private entrance, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, a tiled floor, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.
Bath or ShowerBidet
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Prime Location
In the heart of Manarola
Top Rated
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Church of San Lorenzo
381 ft away
Historical Buildings
Dawn Tower Torre Aurora
571 ft away
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Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola is located in Manarola, one of the five villages forming Cinque Terre. The guesthouse occupies a hillside position, offering wide views over the sea and vineyards.
The Manarola Marina lies below, where swimmers gather on the rocks and small boats anchor in the cove. Scenic walking paths link to Riomaggiore and continue through Cinque Terre National Park, known for its cliffside trails and terraced landscapes. The train station is reachable on foot, connecting visitors to the other villages along the coast.
What to Expect Around Here
Manarola is compact and steep, with staircases replacing roads. Access to Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola involves an uphill walk, typical of the village’s layout. Evenings are defined by sunset colors across the sea, while mornings bring quiet light over the vineyards.
Choose a hillside perspective and experience Manarola from above.
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Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola
Find answers to common questions about location, policies, amenities, services, and more at Rio Groppo Guesthouse. We want to help make your stay comfortable and hassle-free.
What type of accommodation is Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola?
Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola is a boutique-style guesthouse offering private rooms within a traditional Cinque Terre building rather than a full-service hotel.
Does Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola offer sea views?
Yes, select rooms at Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola offer direct sea views, while others overlook vineyards or village rooftops.
Is WiFi available at Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola?
Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola provides complimentary WiFi throughout the property for all registered guests.
Are the rooms at Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola air-conditioned?
Yes, all rooms at Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola include air conditioning to ensure comfort during warmer seasons.
Does Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola have private bathrooms?
Each room at Rio Groppo Guesthouse Manarola includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower and essential amenities.
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Latest Reviews
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Jul 25, 2021
V. good
The staff was very friendly (but no English so it was hard). Beautiful room (but no view). Comfy bed, good shower.
Tzafrir
Jul 24, 2021
V. good
Alexandru
Jul 12, 2021
V. good
Very clean, good recommendations from our host. Pretty straightforward check-in and check-out.
Jennifer
Sep 26, 2020
Good
Beautiful village. Great communications with Stefano the day of arrival. He messaged me to confirm arrival time etc. As I was walking all the way from Monterosso I really appreciated this, as knew
Andrea
Sep 09, 2020
Wonderful
The room was really clean and nice. The staff kind and helpful
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