Fodor's Expert Review Porto Roca

Far from the madding crowds, one of Cinque Terre's only high-end hotels is perched on the famous terraced cliffs right over the main beach, with large balconies to savor panoramic views of the magnificent sea. A nice restaurant serving well-prepared Ligurian cuisine and a spectacular cliffside pool and solarium make up for the somewhat dowdy and old-fashioned interior. Book directly with the hotel to take advantage of the free taxi-service to and from the rail station and restaurant discounts. There's a two- or three-night minimum stay in high season.