It could be an alluring painting or one of the prettiest postcards thanks to its tremendous beauty. Manarola is one of the five towns of the Cinque Terre which is designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site. This centuries-old village belongs to the Italian Riviera and comprises of pretty old colorful houses standing on a cliff, a small harbor filled with fishing boats and tavernas, but also a number of hiking trails in the surrounding hills and vineyards. The picturesque village is ideal for more quiet holidays and even romantic walks on the ‘Love Trail’. In order to be able to enjoy the views of the area, check out the best Vrbo vacation rentals in Manarola, Italy, for an unforgettable stay.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Comfortable room in a quiet area (from USD 80)
Ideal for couples, solo travelers or small families with one young kid, this spacious room is located in a quiet area, but only a few minutes far from the sea. The room is fitted with a cozy double bed, a dressing room, a wardrobe area, and a private bathroom, while a fridge, together with a kettle and coffee and tea are also provided for your convenience. Other amenities include bedsheets and towels, wifi, A/C, heater, and bath essentials. There is a small outdoor space to enjoy your morning coffee, although many restaurants and shops are within easy reach.
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However not commended for someone who cannot climb or go down stairs easilythe room was spacious and inexpensive A great valueCleanliness:
Excellent facilities and spotlessly cleanHost:
We were greeted upon arrival shown everything we needed to know and couldn't have felt more welcomeMy room was very goodRead more reviewsLocation:
The family that owns this place is incredibly thoughtful and helpful if you need anything Its a good price in comparison to other places in ManarolaNo view to speak of but clean good size and you don't visit this area to sit and look out a window
2. One-bedroom apartment located downtown (from USD 170)
Overlooking the central square of Manarola, this beautiful one-bedroom apartment boasts a lovely double bedroom, a fully functional kitchen including a Nespresso machine, a cute living room that opens up to a balcony, and a full bathroom. A/C, wifi, heater, cable TV, bath essentials, linen and towels, and iron are all provided for your comfort. The place is conveniently located just a few minutes walk from the sea, while a number of town amenities are right at your doorstep.
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modern and the bed was comfortableVery easy to reach the other 4 villages by trainWe had a genuine sense that if we needed anything we only need ask The apartment was true to it's description and reviewsThe apartment was perfect Clean and came with all of the amenities needed for 2Perfect spot to catch the trains and transport luggageCleanliness:
The apartment was very cleanThe apartment is very clean and well keptThe apartment is very clean and modernHost:
Sebastiano could not have been more kind and helpful to usHe went above and beyond and we appreciated all of his help and generositySebastiano was great letting us store our luggage when we arrivedHe communicated very well prior to the bookingThis was an amazing corner of the town to base our trip out of Sebastiano was super helpful and called to make dinner reservations for us as well as recommendations for our tripRead more reviewsLocation:
The location is very convenientWe ate at 4 different restaurants and all were amazingAbsolutely perfect in every wayWe really enjoyed the apartment in picturesque ManarolaEverything you need in Manarola the best base to explore 5 Terre
3. Cozy studio with amazing seaview (from USD 140)
Be it a romantic getaway or a small family escape, this comfy studio can fit up to three guests and features a double bedroom, a kitchen with basic utensils, a dining table, a sleeper sofa for a third guest, and a modern bathroom as well. Guests are provided with wifi, a cable TV, heater, bedsheets and towels, a washing machine, and a hairdryer too. The property is located ten minutes far from the railway station and enjoys incredible views of the sea.
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The apartment is suitable for 2 adults with a small kitchen and shower in the bathroomThe studio was in a nice quiet area above the town center Plenty of room for the 3 of usthank you very much No need to say anything about CinqueterreIt is better than it looks in the picturesThe trains run often or you can go on the boat to the other villagesCleanliness:
It was clean and nicely decoratedThe apartment was very clean and we were able to watch TV or Netflix in English after long days of hikingHost:
Easy communication with the property owner via What's Appthe accommodations were convenient comfortable and spotlessly clean but getting to know the charming hosts at a more personal level is what made the stay most memorable Highly recommendedPaolo and Francesca were so warm and welcoming ManarolaWe enjoyed the apartment the view and the location Paolo and Francesca were very friendly helpful and made us feel at homeWe had a great time in Manarolo Check in was super easy with great instructionsRead more reviewsLocation:
There are enough restaurants shops and stunning views in this quiet villageIt is quiet with less tourists but still has shops and restaurantsThe property was a hard walk to get toThe train system to and from the other villages is very user friendly and convenientManarola is the best of the Cinque Terre villages
4. Great apartment overlooking the Mediterranean (from USD 253)
A maximum of four guests, be it couples or families, can be comfortably accommodated in this lovely two-bedroom apartment. The house comes with a spacious living room and a terrific balcony to enjoy a glass of wine while watching the sun setting over the Mediterranean, two bathrooms (one en-suite), and a well-equipped kitchen. Bath amenities, a safe, heating, wifi, linens, towels, a washing machine, TV, and books are all provided to make your stay more comfortable. Town amenities are right around the corner.
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We had a view of the village on one side and a view of the sea on the other sideThe apartment was excellent and Eraldo was wonderfulWe enjoyed drinking wine on the balcony overlooking the view during the eveningsVery comfortable easy to find easy access to town and both the boat and trainPlus and minus 4 starsCleanliness:
The apartment was very clean and updatedThe whole place was very clean and it was well serviced with clean towels three times during our week's stayHost:
Both she and her husband were gracious hostsDonatella made us very welcome and was always available should we have had any issues Negatives?The owner contacted us before we arrived and told us that he would meet us when we got off the trainright where he said he wouldOur host was friendly and accommodating Of all the towns we loved Manarola the mostRead more reviewsLocation:
I could've moved right inWell in March the balcony does not catch the sun and that's the only negativeThe village is very hilly and the walk to the apartment was uphilltwo bath and a very nice common area in a great location for exploring Manarola and the rest of the Cinque Terre Would highly recommend this apartmentCinque Terra is beautiful and having the perfect place to stay made it even better
5. Bright two-bedroom apartment with two terraces (from USD 120)
This well-appointed apartment can easily sleep up to five guests and is equipped with two lovely bedrooms, one with twin beds, a well-fitted kitchen to prepare a meal should you wish, a pretty modern bathroom, and two stunning terraces, one front and one back, where you can relax and chill for hours. Amenities include TV, heating, iron, towels, a washing machine, hairdryer, and also parking space. The location couldn’t be more convenient: within a two-minute walk, you can be in any great pizzeria, shop or even wine bar.
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There is a balcony with harbor and ocean view and off the kitchenThe best apartment in Manarola Clean comfortable spacious place with a balcony overlooking the town in the front and a big terrace in the back with a view of the harbouris a patio with table and chairsHis place did not disappoint Clean and comfortable with a well stocked kitchenstroll to a coffee bar stay in town all day or use it as a base to boat tp Portovenere or train to the other townsCleanliness:
as well Everything was very cleanApartment had everything we needed and views were so good we ate in on 2 of the 3 nights we were thereHost:
He gave us a tour and history of ManarolaThe host is so nice and always tries to help wherever he canand he gave us some home grown lemonsgave us a detailed guided tour of Manarola gave plenty of recommendations and quickly responded to any questions we had -very nice and helpful Enrico met us at train station and took us to his homeRead more reviewsLocation:
But the view and location is well worth itbut that's normal for the Cinque Terreso it did end up being a little noisier at night than we had expectedYou are located three stories up in the heart of Manarola:We made some lifelong memories in Manarola Weather was perfect too
6. Centrally located two-bedroom apartment (from USD 150)
Located in the very center of the village, this spacious house can sleep up to five guests and faces the sea. There are two cozy double bedrooms (one fitted with a single bed too), a full, large bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and also a living room. However, the balcony takes all the glory since here you can relax and enjoy the pretty view. The rental happily welcomes children and pets as well, while amenities like wifi, heater, a cable TV, and bath essentials are offered. All main attractions along with restaurants and bars are within easy reach.
7. Typical Ligurian house with roof terrace (from USD 294)
This is a traditional Ligurian home located a five-minute uphill walk from the center and enjoys uninterrupted views of the Mediterranean sea. The house features four floors: on the ground floor there is a well-equipped kitchen and a spacious living/dining area, on the first floor you will find a bedroom with single beds, on the second floor one double bedroom, and on the last floor there is a sofa bed and one more kitchen that opens up to the terrace. There are also two bathrooms, washer/dryer, a fireplace, wifi, heater, and bath essentials.
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Each bedroom and bathroom is on its own floorThe view from the roof deck is phenomenalThe rooftop terrace is wonderful; we enjoyed sitting there for morning coffee and cocktails in the eveningThe ground floor even has the cliffside as one of the wallsThe other sleeping would be on a sofa bed in the upstairs sitting room Thirdly the cleaning people could do a better job with the dusting; the kitchen baths and beds were impeccableHost:
All our questions where met with timely responsesThe owner was very nice and helpful and all our transactions were trouble freeThe owner is super responsive to any questions you have and always responds immediately There are a couple of things to know: firstly the property is on 4 levels accessible by very steep and na...The house was charming and inviting Overall wonderful experience with the management company and the homeownerEveryone in town was pleasant and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
The house has a very tranquil location close to the shops but far enough away to be completely quietThe location and views are spectacular and the house is just a cool place to hang out inLocal wine and beer were greatbut there was a good deal of dust on the floorsThis is a very cool and funky house located in Manarola in Cinque Terre
8. Cozy, well-equipped apartment with a lovely terrace (from USD 170)
Perfect for families or romantic couples, this conveniently located apartment can comfortably host a maximum of four guests and is designed in a modern Italian style. The home comes with one cozy double bedroom, a large living room with a super comfy double sofa bed, a pretty self-contained kitchen, and a full bathroom as well. The highlight of the apartment will certainly be the lovely terrace from where you can enjoy incredible sunsets and the stunning Meditteranean. The train station, the seaside, and all town amenities are a stone’s throw away.
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the apartment looked exactly like the photosthe apartment was clean and comfortable with a view of the sea and the colourful town of manarolait is very cozy and the view can't be beatclean, spacious place with view of bay close to everythingit was like a picture postcard right in front of our eyes! the location was ideal for exploring all villages of the cinque terre and we enjoyed coming back to our apartment, sitting on our balcony ...Cleanliness:
the property was modern and clean, with the most amazing viewsthe studio was clean and invitingit was clean and spotless, especially the bed, bath, and kitchenthe building was safe and secure, and had an elevatorwow!! the pictures don't do the views justice! absolutely stunningHost:
in addition to the people of manarolvistamare being kind and doing their duties, they also went above the callshe was able to answer all of my ceaseless questions and help me after i leftsimone answers questions, and was super helpfulthey were quick with all replies and always with helpful informationher daughter was very fluent in english and she told me that her brother was headed to milan to visit her in two days and he would bring the dvds with himRead more reviewsLocation:
sitting on the balcony was just a beautiful experience with amazing views and it really was such a peaceful environment!it is in a great location only seconds walk from the grocery store and not far from anything else in the village, nice to come home and not have to walk up the hill eithergood location, cleansending links for the park, paths and surrounding areawhen i found nicoletta and gualtiero's little sea room, all it became after that was "the long wait"
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You might come here just to relax at the balcony or the terrace of your rental gazing at the ocean, or you might wish to explore the area by hiking and discovering the vineyards, or because you want to taste the food. Despite the reason you are here, there is no chance you regret it. Try it yourself and let us know!
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