La Madonetta - Dimora d'Epoca -

Staying at La Madonnetta in Levanto Italy was one of the highlights of our vacation! Valentina and Bernardo were fantastic. They anticipated our needs and offered assistance with making dinner reservations, and pickup and transport to the train station. We didn't ask, they offered. It is rare to have this kind of proactive hospitality. La Madonnetta is a former chapel with lots of charm. The room was well appointed, the bed was very comfortable, and there was even a refillable water bottle welcome gift. The location is on the bluff overlooking the sea, and is a short walk to the town and beach. This allows you to enjoy the views and beauty of the area while above the busyness of the town. Then when you are ready to explore or go to dinner, the town is only a short walk away. It really gives you the best of both worlds. Breakfasts were served on the veranda with an ocean view - what a way to start the day! The food was delicious and local. We stayed two nights and quickly realized that we wish we had planned to stay more nights in this lovely bed and breakfast. Valentina is so helpful and resourceful. Bernardo has a lovely, dry sense of humor that makes you feel welcomed. Bernardo traveled extensively in his former occupation and has experienced the range of customer service during his travels. He is putting this experience to good use in making sure his guests have a premium hospitality experience at La Madonnetta. If we had more time we would have been sure to take advantage of their elevated lounging area and the warm outdoor jacuzzi at sunset. Definitely plan to stay at least 4 nights! You will enjoy Levanto, enjoy La Madonnetta, and especially enjoy the welcoming, outstanding service of Valentina and Bernardo.

The experience of staying in Levanto at La Madonetta stands out among our other hotel stays as the most memorable and delightful surprise. From the moment we were met at the gate by the owner Bernardo, and ushered in to meet Valentina, to the moment we departed, we felt amazingly seen and well taken care of by both of them. The beauty of this location, high above Levanto offers breathtaking views that pictures cannot capture. In addition, the delectable breakfast was served lovingly on a porch/rooftop with sweeping views below - unforgettable! The room itself was immaculate, comfortable, and well-appointed. Finally, the hotel itself is a unique experience in that it is a converted church handed down through generations to its current owner and therefore has love at its heart.

Our family rented all the rooms at the hotel for my mom’s birthday celebration. The rooms were very comfortable, good AC, comfortable beds and pillows, good water pressure, spotlessly clean. The service was above and beyond. It felt like we were welcomed into the home of a family friend. My uncle hurt his knee and the owner drove him up and down the hill. It’s a bit of a walk into town, but not unmanageable. The views really are unbeatable, photos just don’t do it justice! We all wished we could have stayed longer.

This was a truly wonderful short break. Not only is La Madonetta a lovely place, perfectly maintained but the hosts Bernado and Valentina are charming, helpful and ready to provide sound advice. We only had two nights but managed (with pick up help from Bernardo to avoid the uphill walks to La Madonetta) to visit the Cinque Terra, find great restaurants and the station and boat locations. Our car stayed safe in their parking. Room and lounge great and breakfast not only excellent in itself but with an amazing view over Levanto unlikely to be equalled. You must stay there!

Even before arriving in Levanto we were positively surprised by a phone call from Bernardo explaining the hikes we could do before checking in. The moment we drove in to your beautiful property we were highly impressed! The beautiful view the typical renovated building (Chapel) and very warm welcome from you and is like we’ve experienced at no place before in Levanto. As colleagues in this business we’ve travelled the world and we were selected in 1997 world’s best hotel managers so please accept our indication of appreciation of your small paradise. We’ve experienced that your parents have done a very important job setting up this beautiful Agriturismo. The warm way you’ve received us in your beautiful small paradise, explaining the best places to dine, hikes in the parc and walk to town gave us the indication that you’re really like what you’re doing and love people, hat was heartbreaking for us! Like to tell you that we’ve felt at home from the first moment and we were a bit sad to have to leave so quickly again. So we promise you to be back very very soon, and for a longer stay, but at least as soon as we can because we love your place . What a great place with a wonderful person you are. We would love to come back as well when you’re ready for cooking as we’re very positive that you must be an excellent chef as this is your previous profession….

IN TUTTA FRANCHEZZA , SEMPLICEMENTE ENTUSIASTA, VISTA INCREDIBILE SUL GOLFO DI LEVANTO, COLAZIONI OTTIME DOLCE-SALATO, CAMERA AMPIA E CURATISSIMA, CAMBIANO FIN TROPPO SPESSO LE LENZUALE ED ASCIUGAMANI, BERNARDO, IL TITOLARE , GENTILISSIMO ED UN GRANDE PROFESSIONISTA. Penso che meglio di cosi' sia difficile trovare strutture ricettive . Grazie per la bellissima esperienza, Fabrizio, agriturismo Campo del Pillo

From the warm welcome till the affectionated greetings all was perfect..super comfy room with breathtaking sea view, plenty of delicious food at breakfast, clear suggestions and guidelines on what to do to make the most out of our days. Unique experience...we will be back!! Highly reccommended. M&I from Swiss

Excellent all around! Amazing host, amazing building and room, fantastic breakfast. Had a great time and a luscious stay!

We really never had such a warm welcome and great service as Bernardo has given us during our holiday. On top of this the accomodation is excellent when it comes to location, breakfast, sleeping etc. Levanto is an amazing town in Cinque Terre and we would highly recommend booking at Madonetta for the most pleasant stay.