Hotel Porto Roca

We just got back from a 4-day stay at the Hotel Porto Roca and had a fantastic time. The staff, Davide in particular, was very helpful with restaurant reservations and recommendation, offering assistance, etc. The pool area is incredibly relaxing and the views are beautiful. Great bartenders and wait staff. The hotel is located at the top of a pretty long/steep hill, but they do offer a shuttle service which helps.

We were so pleased we made the decision to stay at the Hotel Porto Roca for our 4 nights in the Cinque Terre. We visited in hot weather and being able to relax during the hottest part of the day by the fabulous pool was much appreciated. The staff are wonderful, the rooms are comfortable, breakfast was delicious and included barista made coffee. We also appreciated the beach club passes and shuttle to take us back to the hotel if we didn't have the energy to climb the hill from the middle of town.

I’ve stayed at Hotel Porto Roca multiple times now, and every single year it reminds me why I keep coming back.

The hotel itself is absolutely stunning. The location, the breathtaking views over the Ligurian Sea, the beautiful rooms, and the pool make it one of the most special places to stay in Monterosso.

But what truly sets Porto Roca apart isn’t just the hotel—it’s the people. The staff are simply exceptional. Every single person goes above and beyond to make you feel genuinely welcome, remembered, and cared for. Nothing is ever too much trouble, and they create an atmosphere that feels warm, personal, and effortless.

Luxury hotels are easy to find. Staff like this are not. They are the reason this hotel feels so special and the reason I return year after year.

I can honestly say I will never stay anywhere else in the Cinque Terre. Porto Roca has become my home away from home, and every visit leaves me counting down until the next one.

Thank you to the entire team for another unforgettable stay. See you again next year!

AMAZING!!! We loved it! The pool was perfect and very much needed as it was quite hot during our July stay. The shuttle service was wonderful and the views incredible. We stopped in the other villages and highly recommend this hotel and Monterosso! The hotel helped arrange a boat rental which was our favorite day. 🇮🇹♥️👙🛥️🍋

Another amazing at this hotel. Our 4th stay at PR, (our 7th stay in Monterosso).
Great location. Fantastic view from the balconies and breakfast/ dinner area.

Staff were pleasant, personable and very efficient.
It was very hot during our stay 39/40c so moving forward I think September will be better for us so that we can hike comfortably.

Rooms are simple but well appointed. You’re paying for the view.

Breakfast was great. Supper was good.
Guiseppe is a gem.

The shuttle back and forth down the driveway was a blessing in the heat. This was the first year we used it regularly.Drivers were great and very amenable.

The villages are soo busy during the day but at night it’s just magical.

Pool Area: amazing . We spent our last day just chilling at the pool.
Staff were great . Pizza for lunch was good.

Highly recommend. Hope we can come back some day .

We really enjoyed our stay here. The accommodations in the room are basic. Nothing luxurious. It is a beach hotel. But the view and the breakfast were outstanding. The high price is due to the summer season. The front desk was very helpful and accommodating.

Great, friendly service! Views are fantastic. Hotel has all you need to be comfortable. Walk up from town can be challenging, but van service helps.

My family and I stayed there for the first time last week. The entire experience was amazing. From the view, to the rooms, to the customer service and everyone that works there being so friendly. We cannot wait to go back!

My room was basic but clean and had a fantastic view. A/C worked great and I slept well. Hotel was quiet and the staff was helpful. Adding the breakfast option was worth it. The morning buffet had plenty of options to start off the day. I'm 60 with bad knees. I walked up and down the hill from the hotel several times and it wasn't bad if I took my time.

★★★★★ A True Gem in Cinque Terre

As the founder and owner of one of the Nordic region’s leading event and incentive travel companies, I have had the privilege of visiting and inspecting hundreds of hotels around the world. It is therefore a genuine pleasure to recommend Hotel Porto Roca without hesitation.

From the moment we arrived, it was evident that this hotel offers something truly special. Perched above the stunning coastline of Cinque Terre, the views are simply breathtaking. Every corner of the property reflects elegance, authenticity and a deep appreciation for Italian hospitality.

What impressed me the most, however, was not only the spectacular location or the beautiful facilities—it was the people. Every member of the team welcomed us with genuine warmth, professionalism and an attention to detail that is becoming increasingly rare. Their passion for creating memorable guest experiences is evident in everything they do.

The rooms are comfortable and beautifully maintained, the atmosphere is relaxed yet refined, and the restaurant and terrace provide one of the most spectacular settings in all of Cinque Terre. Waking up to the panoramic views over the Ligurian Sea is an experience that will stay with us for a long time.

As someone who carefully selects hotels for discerning leisure travellers, corporate groups and international events, I know how difficult it is to consistently deliver excellence. Hotel Porto Roca succeeds because it combines an extraordinary location with something even more valuable: people who genuinely care about their guests.

Our family left with wonderful memories and a sincere appreciation for the exceptional hospitality we received. Hotel Porto Roca has earned our highest recommendation and will certainly be among the properties we recommend to both private clients and international groups visiting Italy.

Thank you to the entire team for making our stay so memorable. We look forward to returning.

Dr. Per Morten Bergh
Founder & Owner, 6.Sans Liwlig and 6.Sense Travel

This hotel is so amazing. It is beautiful, clean, spacious with wonderful views. There is a friendly shuttle driver to take you down the hill to town (although it is walkable, just up a hill). The pool area was so great and clean. There was a nice pool bar with great drinks and snacks. This was our favorite place in our entire trip to Italy. Everyone was so friendly. Would 100% go again.

I would highly recommend this hotel. It is rather expensive but is a very lovely place to stay for a special get-away. The views are spectacular and the infinity pool looks directly out over the Ligurian sea. Breakfast is included with your room fee. The food and service are excellent and the view from the open-air terrace is so wonderful in the morning. The hotel is located atop a high cliff and is accessible from the main street into Monterosso. Hotel Porta Roca has 24 hour shuttle service up and down the hillside and you should absolutely use the shuttle as the climb is brutal. I rented a corner room with a balcony for a slightly lower fee. The room was not very big but it was meticulously clean. There wasn't a smudge anywhere on the walls, etc. During the summer the balconies are very hot as the hotel faces west. We never used the balcony for sitting but we did dry our swimsuits, etc. If you travel in the cooler season, the balcony would be nice but we did not use it in July. We usually kept our draperies and rolling metal shutters closed when we were not in the room to help protect our room from the heat. Air conditioning was able to keep our room a pleasant temperature.

Hotel Porto Roca, great location, hotel shuttle will take you to town center, beautiful views, great pool, & scrumptious breakfast.

We were really looking forward to our stay here, after touring a lot of Italy staying mostly in 5-star hotels. We knew this was only 4-star, but how bad could it be given its position and given there are no 5-star hotels anywhere in Cinqe Terre and this is the only 4-star hotel. Sometimes the service was excellent (ie. at the restaurant - where food and views were also amazing), but the front desk really let the whole side down.

Best Italy resort hotel we've stayed in, swimming pool amazingly clean and neat; private beach benches (no service at beach tho); Big Shoutout to Nicola and his team in the gorgeous restaurant, especially our waiter Albert, very attentive to details and remembered our preferences, Hotel Porto Roca please give them a promotion or even extra bonus for the year! Staffs are what makes the hotel prestigious ❤️ Thank you for hosting us.

Amazing stay at the Porto Roca. Service and food were awesome. Our room was incredible, we stayed in the Garden Suite (room 509) which was absolutely perfect. Had a private patio with chaise lounge chairs and an extra table and chairs. Super close to the pool also.

Getting to the hotel from the train station was the only hard part of our stay. Once we figured out the shuttle it was smooth sailing.
The staff was very helpful and friendly. Our dinner out on the patio the first night was amazing both in taste and scenery. Breakfast was hard to beat not only in the many dishes offered but how tasty everything was.
Our room was very comfortable and we looked out over the bay. My only suggestion would be blackout curtains.
I must admit we felt pampered and special just being here…thank you for giving us that extra special treatment, it made celebrating our 46th anniversary even more memorable.

This is an amazing hotel, with spectacular views and friendly and helpful staff. The courtesy shuttle to and from the hotel is particularly helpful as the road from the town to the hotel is very steep (especially with bags). You arrange the shuttle by simply calling the hotel. We had dinner at the restaurant one night with jaw-dropping views of the coastline and exceptional food.

Absolutely fantastic hotel! Pietro and Sabine at the reception were wonderful and helped us out of a difficult situation when our driver to France didn't show up. They arranged a new ride for us on the spot! In the outstanding restaurant Nicola and Jarek were phenomenal! This is the best hotel in Cinque Terre! Can't wait to go back!

Probably nicest hotel in Cinque Terre. The service was awesome, the pool was so pleasant with a great view, the shuttle to/from the bottom of the hotel made it a perfect trip. Rooms were very nice with sufficient closets and drawers. Bathroom clean and staff was excellent. Definitely a 5 star experience. Dinner was delicious and breakfasts were great. Highly recommend!!