Rooms for rent are the most common type of accommodation in the Cinque Terre. In many cases private homes have been readapted and modernized, given the growing demand for accommodation in the Cinque Terre.

So the guesthouses are usually found in the historic centers, easily reachable by train, less by car due to the lack of parking, ideal for those who want more freedom than a hotel, in terms of eating times, especially for those who decide to do some trekking in the Cinque Terre.

The main difference with B&B is usually breakfast and the lack of a proper reception. Customer and owner only meet for delivery and collection of keys.