Resort La Francesca, near Porticciolo Di Framura, offers a sun-kissed getaway with its black sand beach and snorkeling. Unwind at the poolside bar or rooftop terrace, and enjoy Italian cuisine with ocean views at Rosadimare Restaurant. With mini golf, a garden, outdoor tennis courts for some friendly competition and an on-site grocery store for quick essentials.
Located in Bonassola, Resort La Francesca is in a provincial park and near a private beach. While the natural beauty of Monterosso Beach and Fegina Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Porticciolo Di Framura. Deiva Marina Beach is another place to visit that comes recommended. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Bonassola travel guide
Upscale family-friendly property near Porticciolo Di Framura
Located close to Fegina Beach and Monterosso Beach, Resort La Francesca provides a poolside bar, a corner/local shop and a rooftop terrace. This property is a great place to bask in the sun with a nearby private beach, sunloungers and snorkelling. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Rosadimare Restaurant, features ocean views and dinner. In addition to mini golf and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), 2 outdoor tennis courts and self-parking (surcharge)
Luggage storage, wedding services and laundry services
Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and multilingual staff
Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition
Room features
All 55 rooms have comforts such as furnished balconies, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 5 to 7 per person
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Rosadimare Restaurant
Things to do
2 outdoor tennis courts
Children's pool
Library
Mini golf
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snorkelling
Family friendly
Children's pool
Cot (surcharge)
Grocery/convenience store
In-room kitchenette
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Mini golf
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (limited availability)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Garden
In a provincial park
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
40 buildings
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Cot (surcharge)
Bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
More
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 2 PM - 6 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property allows no late check-in whatsoever.
Reception hours are from 8 AM - 7 PM from March - November. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in and a fee will apply.
Renovations and closures
The following facilities will be closed during November, December and January:
One of the dining venues
One of the swimming pools
Bar/Lounge
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 15.0 per stay
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 3 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately EUR 5 to 7 per person
Uncovered self-parking fee: EUR 8 per day
Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 15.0 per stay
A facilities fee includes use of: swimming pool
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number IT011005B2DEVCVYD5
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.
Property is also known as
Francesca Bonassola
Francesca Villa Bonassola
La Francesca Villas Hotel Bonassola
Resort Francesca Bonassola
Resort Francesca
Resort La Francesca Inn
Resort La Francesca Bonassola
Resort La Francesca Inn Bonassola
Frequently asked questions
Does Resort La Francesca have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Is Resort La Francesca pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Resort La Francesca?
Self-parking is available for EUR 8 per day.
What time is check-in at Resort La Francesca?
Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM.
What time is check-out at Resort La Francesca?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Resort La Francesca located?
This family-friendly Bonassola property is located by the sea, 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Porticciolo Di Framura, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Monterosso Beach and Fegina Beach. Deiva Marina Beach is 12.7 mi (20.4 km) away. Bonassola Station is 25 minutes by foot.
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Reviews
Resort La Francesca Reviews
6.8
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I would’ve stayed here way longer, skipped all other things planned, heck if I could live here for ever I would. Prime location, simple and confortable, clean, convient.
Virna
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bente
8 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very nice stay
We had a very nice stay at La Francesca. The cabin was a bit old, but comfortable. The outdoors and the view were fantastic.
Bente
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Russell
5 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A beautiful location, right on the Mediterranean Sea. Individual units are private. Parking was convenient by European standards. Staff was quickly responsive to requests.
Disappointing Stay at Resort La Francesca - Not Recommended
We had a reservation at Resort La Francesca from September 8th to September 13th, but due to a poor experience, we ended up leaving a day early. The stay was truly disappointing.
As soon as we checked in and entered our accommodation, we realized it was nothing like what we had booked. The unit was on the ground floor, dark, and outdated, with everything old. The "sea view" advertised on the website did not match the reality of the house we were given.
The house was sparsely equipped. There were barely any dishes, no TV, and not even a coffee machine! If you're considering staying here, be prepared to feel like you're camping.
I went back to the reception to complain and requested something closer to what we had reserved. They gave us another ground-floor unit, slightly better with less overgrown vegetation, where we could at least see a glimpse of the sea.
As we explored the so-called resort, we noticed it was in a state of disrepair with very poor maintenance. Everything was old, and the bar, supermarket, and restaurant were only open for limited hours during the day and afternoon. The children's pool was completely empty, and other leisure areas like the tennis courts and playground showed clear signs of neglect.
If you're planning to visit Levanto, be prepared for a long, steep walk down and a tough climb back up. The shorter path from the resort to the tunnels was closed off and had clearly been neglect
Det sämsta hotell som vi har bott i. Poolen hade begränsade öppettider. Rummen var inte städade. 60 tals standard. Ingen wifi eller tv.
Maria
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Morten
29 Jul 2025
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ro og smuk udsigt
Gammelt sted, men god placering (mange trapper). Mulighed for at gå til de nærmeste byer er positivt, dog ikke tydelig skiltning. God kaffe i cafeen
Morten
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Evelyn
11 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Erholung pur - kein Luxus Resort
Das Resort ist wirlich in die Jahre gekommen. Wer es Retro mag, der wird es hier lieben. Die Häuser sind sehr einfach eingerichtet und es ist zu empfehlen ein Moskitonetz für das Bett mitzubringen.
Die Aussicht ist unbezahlbar und das klare Wasser eigent sich prima zum schnorcheln. Es gibt einen kleinen Privatstrand, ist die Brandung jedoch zu stark muss man ein sicherer Schwimmer sein, um ins Wasser zu kommen. Vorteil: Wir haben keine Feuerquallen gesehen (an anderen Stränden in der Nähe jedoch sehrwohl.)
Es ist sehr ruhig in der Anlage und man trifft auf nette Urlauber.
Der Shop hat leider nur morgens 2 Stunden geöffnet und das Parken kostet 8/Tag.
Une seule chose est belle dans cettte "hôtel", pardon, camping c'est la vue...
Aucun entretien. Un piscine, pardon une marre dans un état lamentable. Des terrains de tennis, pardons, des terrains vagues. Etc etc.
Un restaurant hors de prix ou la nourriture est vraiment pas bonnes et froides, avec des tarifs dignes d'un gastro. Bref, pour faire des photos cest tres bien pour le reste à fuir !
Stéphane
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
constance
11 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Endroit calme et paisible
Logement agréable. Pas assez de place sur le parking pour les appartements. Parking para tu alors qu'il est gratuit si on passe directement par l'hébergement. La propreté était ok. Les serviettes étaient toutes neuves mais ne semblait pas avoir été lavées. Piscine fermée en mai PCS il ne fait pas assez beau ! Très bien cependant dans l'ensemble..
Die Wohnung war voll von Ameisen! Am Boden und vor allem im Badezimmer (Sogar oberhalb der Dusche - das gesamte Duschgestell war voll) und auf den Frottetüchern! Der Junge an der Reception war zwar sehr nett und hat versucht die Ameisen zu vernichten, aber am nächsten Morgen war es wieder voll und das schlimmste, wir hatten Ameisen sogar im Koffer und auf den Kleidern. Sie wollten uns eine andere Unterkunft geben - aber für uns war es zuviel und wir wollten nur noch weg!
Schlussendlich gabs keine Rückerstattung weder von der Unterkunft noch von Hotels.com. Im Gegenteil... seitens Unterkunft gabs noch Vorwürfe, dass mit Esswaren Ameisen kommen - wir hatten jedoch keine Esswaren dabei. Einfach nur traurig und nicht zu empfehlen.
Faustino
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Catia
17 Aug 2023
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Die Unterkunft ist stark in die Jahre gekommen. Markise kaputt, Herdplatte verrostet, Bad riecht unangenehm (kein Fenster oder Abluft). Das obere Schwimmbad darf man nur mit Badekappe benutzen. Das hätte man vor Ankunft mitteilen können oder auf der Seite einen Hinweis hinterlegen. Für 3€ bekommt man dort eine. Kinder dürfen nicht springen und nicht Ball spielen auch wenn keiner mehr im Pool ist. Im unteren Schwimmbad darf man das alles aber nur bis 10 Jahre. Und maximal 8 Kinder. Der sehr steile Weg nach unten zum Meer ist eine Herausforderung für ältere Menschen. Schade dass es keine Art Shuttle gibt, denn mehr als 2 x war die Strecke von ganz oben bei den Temperaturen nicht drin. Die Lage und die überwältigende Sicht auf das Meer sowie das so schöne klare Wasser, haben alles andere aber wieder gut gemacht. Wer Ruhe und Erholung möchte und fit beim wandern ist, ist hier richtig.
Catia
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
elena
31 Oct 2022
Disliked: Staff & service
La struttura è sulle colline di Bonassola, raggiungibile tramite strada di montagna stretta ma asfalata. Sono arrivata in serate e ho trovato una busta per il late check in. La camera che mi è stata assegna aveva la serratura difettosa e entrare in stanza non è stato agevole.
La camera non aveva ne sapone per lavare le stoviglie ne spugnette. Solo la scopa per pulire.
In bagno è comparsa una specie di gatta pelesa, e la mattina seguente le formiche.
Il parcheggio ( a pagamento) non è custodito e scarsamente segnalato. Sei praticamente obbligato a pagarlo perchè intorno non vi sono posteggi. L'unico pregio, la tranquillità e il silenzio.
elena
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
François
15 Sep 2022
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
N'est pas le paradis que ça devrait être !
Le site est merveilleux, à l’écart des foules des Cinque Terres. Il faut une voiture car sans être très loin de Levento, ce n’est pas accessible facilement à pied. Bâti sur la montagne qui plonge jusqu’à la mer, le resort la domine et offre des vues magnifiques. L’architecte à construit les villas à deux chambres trop près les unes des autres et si vous n’en avez pas une en première ligne, vous avez une vue très intrusive des toits de celles devant. Ce fut notre cas au 623 ! Grande piscine en partie haute du resort (n’oubliez pas votre bonnet de bain). Une autre piscine près de la mer, pour les enfants, mais elle était fermée pour notre séjour du 11 au 14/09/2022. Accès à la mer avec une plage de galets, qui se mérite à la remontée !
Excellent restaurant chez Leonardo avec une immense terrasse pour admirer la mer et les couchés de soleil (remontée idem à celle de la plage !). Le garçon qui gère le resort est super gentil, aimable, serviable. Tout serait donc presque parfait si les villas avaient été modernisées depuis leur création. Tout est vieux, pas très propre et avec de nombreux dysfonctionnements. Pas de clim, l’été ce doit être intenable ! C’est vraiment dommage. Un grand coup de neuf est vraiment nécessaire !
François
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
6/10 Okay
Hervé
2 Sep 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Très cher et vétuste
Mon compagnon s’etait occupé de la réservation et il pensait que c’était un hôtel. Et bien non! Nous considérons l’endroit comme un camping. Notre logement était très vétuste et je ne pensais plus jamais revoir une petite télé cathodique qui n’était même pas réglée. Nous avons été envahi de fourmis. Pas de climatisation, juste un ventilateur bruyant au plafond dans la chambre.
A plus de 150€/nuit (j’inclus les 8€/jour pour le parking) je trouve cela très cher.
En points positifs : endroit calme, beau point de vue et grande piscine (attention bonnet de bain obligatoire qui peut être acheté à 2,5€ sur place.
Séjour très agréable dans une nature magnifique et une superbe petite crique.
Accès facile aux cinque terres en prenant le train à Monterosso
Annie
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
25 Jul 2022
Disliked: Room comfort
Site superbe, mais expérience moyenne
Les photos sur le site donnent envie et elles sont tout à fait réalistes : le resort donne sur la mer, et la vue est superbe, à flanc de montagne. Le site est vraiment très, très beau. Enorme point fort : la petite plage privée en contrebas de la résidence, au calme, très, très agréable, là, c'est superbe, rien à dire. 15 minutes pour remonter à pied à la chambre (c'est raide, mais c'est cool). On se gare facilement dans des petits parkings non loin des cottages, à l'intérieur de la résidence.
Nous n'avons pas eu de cottage privatif (l'expérience doit y être meilleure, mais les prix sont prohibitifs l'été), nous avons donc séjourné dans une chambre du bâtiment principal. C'est vieillot, assez sombre, et pas du tout isolé : il y fait donc une chaleur terrible. Pas de clim, ni de ventilateur : la nuit, vous crevez de chaud, et vous êtes donc obligé d'ouvrir la porte-fenêtre du balcon pour avoir un peu d'air, mais qui donne directement sur les balcons de vos voisins. Vous êtes à la merci de leur comportement - car vous entendez tout ce qui se passe à gauche, à droite, et au-dessus : pas agréable du tout, du tout. Intimité zéro ! Piscine où l'on vous demande 2,50€ de bonnet de bain obligatoire par personne. On ne vous fournit qu'un seul rouleau de PQ par séjour (vous en trouverez à acheter au minimarket). Etat d'esprit un peu pince... Le site est très beau, mais qu'est-ce que j'y ai mal dormi.
Cadre exceptionnel et très calme avec vue sur la mer, c'est exactement ce que nous recherchions. En revanche, le mobilier de la salle de séjour est vétuste... peu importe en ce qui nous concerne.... Rien à dire sur la propreté, c'était parfait ! La literie était très bien.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
31 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Panorama veramente gradevole, se avrete una camera in alto sarete molto lontani dal mare. la spiaggia è moilto piccola e di sassi. Buon appoggio per esplorare i dintorni
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
4/10 Poor
ANGELO D.
30 Jul 2019
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Resort solo sulla carta, pulizia appena decorosa e servizi annessi molto scadenti .
Avevo scelto il Resort La Francesca per la sua posizione nella vallata. Abbiamo cambiato l' alloggio assegnato dopo aver segnalato la mancanza di acqua calda. Anche il secondo alloggio ( di classe superiore ) era estremamente modesto sia nell' arredamento che nelle camere e poco rispondente al prezzo pagato . Mare splendido ma nessun servizio di navetta per raggiungerlo ( 20 minuti di salita ripida per il rientro ). Minimarket e bar appena decorosi!!!! Ristorante ( splendida terrazza con vista mozzafiato sul mare ) modestissimo con piatti tutti da reinventare . Gestione del Resort tutto da riorganizzare !!!! Fortunatamente avevo prenotato solamente per due notti !!!! Personale gentile e cortese.
Posizione buona ristorante buono con prezzi adeguati. Appartamento per 2 con dotazione scarsa e scadente. 3 piatti e scodelle 3 posate e bicchieri un'unica pentola senza padella,frigo vecchio televisore anni 90 con visione offuscata e pochi canali visibili. Letto e materasso buono,bagno minimo. Esterno 2 sole sedie ed un'unica poltroncina ammaccata non si può avere di più dal balcone superiore possono piovere calcinacci. Spiaggia privata con sdrai non lettini sotto unico tendone. Non toilette né doccia. Accesso in rifacimento(giugno)possibile solo con sentiero e gradini. Visto il prezzo il gioco non vale la candela. In complesso deludente.
Lo chiamano villaggio turistico ma non lo è! Il bar e il market (se così si può chiamare) è chiuso dalle 13.30 alle 18! La piscina chiudano dalle 13 alle 15! Il ristorante apre dalle 18 alle 21 solo su prenotazione! Per andare al mare c’è una discesa con un dislivello di 150 mt e una pendenza dai 25% al 48%....20 min di tortura all’andata e 35 al ritorno! E devi per forza essere sana perché la devi fare a piedi! La macchina non si può portare al mare! Al mare non esistono punti ristoro! Le casine da 2 in cima al resort sono veramente minuscole! Meno male che c’è Io terrazzino da dove vedi il mare! Che dire di più....il silenzio non manca! Dovrebbero non chiamarlo villaggio, altrimenti i villaggi turistici con i classici servizi per i clienti si aspettano, prima o poi di offendono!!!!