Hotel Gianni Franzi

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.3

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Triple Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 3 single beds
Free stay for your child
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No prepayment needed – pay at the property
We have 3 left
US$114 per night
Price US$341
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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In the heart of the 5 Terre Coast, Hotel Gianni Franzi offers en suite rooms just below Vernazza's Doria Castle. Its terraces offer stunning views of the Ligurian Sea and the village, and Wi-Fi is free in public areas. Located in 3 buildings, all rooms at the Gianni Franzi have a simple décor and terracotta floors. Each includes a cooling fan and the private bathroom comes with a shower. A few steps from the rooms location and by the village's main square, the property has a bar and restaurant offering local cuisine and national specialities. Panoramic hiking tracks are available nearby. The property is a few steps from the small sandy beach and the marina and 150 metres from Vernazza Train Station. A boat bus and trains offer daily connections to Monterosso, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • 3 restaurants
  • Terrace
  • Bar
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Italian, Buffet

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Triple Room
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
We have 3 left
  • 3 single beds
183 feet²
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Cable channels
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
  • Hand sanitiser
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$114 per night
Price US$341
Excluded: € 3 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$76 per night
Price US$229
Excluded: € 3 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • Free stay for your child
Superior Double Room
We have 2 left
  • 1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
183 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$141 per night
Price US$423
Excluded: € 3 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
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  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$93 per night
Price US$279
Excluded: € 3 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • Free stay for your child
Double Room with Air Conditioning
We have 3 left
  • 1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
City view
Air conditioning
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max adults: 2
US$118 per night
Price US$353
Excluded: € 3 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
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Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$69 per night
Price US$208
Excluded: € 3 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
  • Total cost to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • Free stay for your child
Double Room
We have 2 left
  • 1 large double bed
Free cot available on request
Patio
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max adults: 2
US$106 per night
Price US$317
Excluded: € 3 City tax per person per night, 10 % VAT
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Max adults: 1 <br> Max children: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$58 per night
Price US$173
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  • Free stay for your child
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Guest reviews

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Free WiFi

Guests who stayed here loved

Sallytrig
Australia Australia
“Love the view and lovely terrace overlooking the ocean. Close to main harbour. Nice breakfast room for views too although breakfast not that inspiring.”
Lindell
Canada Canada
“Traveling outside of peak season, this was a great find.”
Christopher
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel was in a good location not far from the harbour. The room was comfortable accessed by a narrow spiral staircase. The breakfast room had amazing sea views . There was also a sun deck attached to the hotel”
Hillary
Australia Australia
“Great location, good small buffet breakfast with good range of food, friendly staff, exercise from all the stairs”
Nicky
New Zealand New Zealand
“They have an amazing breakfast deck overlooking the ocean and a casual deck for gathering or lounging in the day. Awesome places to spend time. A fabulous breakfast Buffett.”
Gabriella
Australia Australia
“The location is perfect...just metres from the waters edge..accommodation is excellent and so are all the staff and the Gianni Franzi restaurant was one of the best we have eaten at in the last 6 weeks.”
Kothari
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Amazing , a bit of stairs to reach at the top but it’s totally worth it . Had a very nice time”
Samantha
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“AMAZING hotel. Amazing staff, facilities, view like something out of a fairy tale. Not as friendly at the bar didn’t feel overly welcome which was tough as a solo traveller. Maybe I should have spoken more Italian though :) ( English girl here)...”
Jacob
New Zealand New Zealand
“Great location, clean and very helpful staff, highly recommended.”
Cynthia
Australia Australia
“The room was clean it was central to everything we needed”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

3 restaurants on site
Ristorante Gianni Franzi
  • Cuisine
    Italian • Mediterranean • Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional
Gianni Franzi Deck
  • Open for
    Breakfast
  • Ambiance
    Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Dairy-free
Ristorante #3

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House rules

Hotel Gianni Franzi takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 5 is required on arrival. That's about US$5. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed on check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded via bank transfer if there is no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Check-in is at the bar/restaurant on Piazza Marconi.

Guests arriving on Wednesdays are requested to contact the hotel prior to arrival using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that it is not possible to check in outside the normal reception opening times.

Rooms are at the top of a staircase with no lift access.

Please note that the property is accessed via 100 steps.

Please note, guests must leave cars in the paid public parking, approximately 1 km outside the historical centre.

Please inform Hotel Gianni Franzi in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Restaurant is closed from Sun 7 Dec 2025 until Thu 2 Apr 2026

A damage deposit of € 5 is required on arrival. This will be collected by bank transfer. You should be reimbursed on check-out. The deposit will be fully refunded via bank transfer if there is no damage to the property upon inspection after check-out.

License number: 011030-ALB-0002, IT011030A1CSZTPSEQ