Of all the places we visited in Italy, Vernazza was the most beautiful upon arrival. A winding, narrow street, hugged by Crayola-colored buildings and sprinkled with trees, greeted us after we left the train. Apparently, also there to greet us was our host, Giacomo. We didn't know this, though, and found our way on our own to Maria Capellini's rooms.... more

Giacomo met us at the Vernazza station and helped up carry our bags down to the rooms which are situated right in the little piazza in Vernazza. After a few flights of stairs we reached our room which was a cozy little apartment comprising a bathroom, bedroom and kitchen/dining area. Upon opening the windows to the laneways below, the most... more

My husband and I stayed for 8 days in August. Giacomo met us at the station and helped us with our luggage, walked us down through the village and showed us where all the necessary shops were, then took us to the Charming Room. It is hidden next to a store room right on the boardwalk to the ferry and... more

I dont know what we loved more, the meeting of Giacomo and Maria, or the room itself. Our hosts were warm and welcoming. Upon learning that my husband and I were celebrating our 31st anniversary, Maria had picked flowers and left candy. Giacomo found us later on the rocks overlooking the Ligurian Sea to give us information on how to... more

We loved our room. It was so spacious, and very charming in the way it was decorated. It was very clean, and you could tell there was a lot of care taken when decorating the room. It was like a little home away from home. We felt very relaxed staying there. It was in the perfect location right across from... more

Great small apartment for good value. It was great to have the extra space, compared to the other cramped B&B rooms you see in Italy. Maria and Giacomo were very nice! more

We spent two nights in the Charming room at the end of August 2009. Everything was great: the room was very clean and spacious and right next to the beach. This is one of the few places in Vernazza that does not require climbing any steps. The owners, Maria and Giacomo, are lovely and very helpful. Their place is very... more

My partner and I stayed for two nights at Maria Capellini Rooms. The room couldnt have been in a better location, spitting distance to the sea! An easy walk down the main street of Vernazza to reach the accommodation. No climbing of steps or stairs like most of the other accommodation in Vernazza. Giacomo met us upon our arrival and... more

Indeed, the apartment is aptly named 'Charming'. In laidback Vernazza, with the harbour at your doorstep, there's nothing more you could really want. Maybe just the gelato next door, which has to the best in the area. Maria and Giacomo are friendly, down to earth, pleasantly welcoming and charming themselves (just like their no.13 apartment). We would be back in... more