The Superior Golfo 5 is a special place. It is at the beginning of the main walkway through the main La Spezia restaurant and shopping walkway all the way down to the water around the marina. The building itself is nice, with a classic but well kept look and architecture starting from the giant door with the mini door inside of it, followed by the marble stairs up to the third floor where Simone and Elise are usually at the reception desk with big smiles and ready to answer any questions, give great recommendations, or just chat. The lobby, hallway, and rooms are a mix of modern and ancient architecture. The bathrooms look brand new, while the bedroom has rock walls and very high wooden beam ceilings. The highlight is the large window that opens to an expansive view of the streets and hills. The room is fitted with all the necessary amenities, plus some extras like more pillows and blankets, teas, chocolates, and a welcome bottle of wine. When you run out there is a market across the street with great prices. Want espresso or snacks? There are machines in the lobby for that. In a hurry? Then you are in the wrong place. We decided on La Spezia as a hub to visit the 5 villages but found so much to do in La Spezia that we never left. At Elise and Simon's recommendation we even took the ferry to Porto Venere. It was a magical experience for $15 each to see the bay, and walk all over the castle ruins built high into the rocky cliffs with the epic views of the ocean.
