Palazzo Da Passano

A charming little B&B, with really lovely staff.

It was okay.

The owners gave us an excellent welcome and were especially kind and helpful. The cottage is tucked away from the busy streets but still very well located. Our room was simple and clean, quite small, and opened onto a lovely shaded terrace. The bed was very comfortable, with a memory foam mattress. It was muggy that day, and there’s no air conditioning, so we slept with the window and shutters open. A fan and mosquito net were provided. Breakfast pastries were excellent. There’s no private parking, but free motorcycle spaces are just down the street. We had trouble finding the entrance, though the Google Maps address is right: it’s the black gate, which is actually an entrance to a building, even though the cottage isn’t marked. There’s a doorbell. A good spot for a short stay or exploring the 5 Terres. It’s quite expensive, but Levanto is getting more popular...

Inoka’s hospitality is one of a kind, and the breakfast is exceptional. The interiors are stylish, with a private garden, and the B&B sits in a stunning historic-center location, only 50 meters from the sea and close to everything. A truly beautiful place, a must-try if you’re visiting the Cinque Terre.