Casa Vacanze Al Settimo Cielo

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Casa Vacanze Al Settimo Cielo? The name actually delivers – “Seventh Heaven” isn’t just marketing fluff here. Tucked away on Via Tecchioni, this place feels like stumbling onto a local secret in Massa. I mean, most people rush straight to the coast or head up to the marble quarries in Carrara, but this spot sits perfectly between both worlds. The building itself has that understated Italian elegance – not flashy, just… right. When I walked in, there was this immediate sense of calm that you don’t get at those big chain hotels near the beach. The owner clearly knows what they’re doing because honestly, a 9.6 rating doesn’t happen by accident.

What really gets me is how they’ve thought about the details that actually matter when you’re traveling. The rooms – and I stayed in one of the larger ones – have this perfect balance of modern comfort without feeling sterile. You’ll find proper blackout curtains (thank god, because Italian summers mean sunrise at 5:30), and the air conditioning actually works, which isn’t always guaranteed in older buildings around here. The bathroom had one of those rainfall showers that made me want to extend my stay just for the morning routine. But here’s the thing locals know – Via Tecchioni is quiet enough that you can sleep with the windows open most nights, and you’ll wake up to actual birdsong instead of traffic noise. Parking was surprisingly easy too, which if you’ve ever tried to navigate a car through Massa’s old town, you’ll appreciate.

The location is honestly perfect for exploring this part of Tuscany without the tourist crowds. You’re maybe ten minutes from the coast at Marina di Massa – and I’m talking about the good beaches, not the overcrowded strips. In the other direction, the Alpi Apuane are right there when you want to escape the heat and see those incredible marble mountains. There’s a little alimentari just around the corner where the owner, Giuseppe, makes these incredible paninis if you want to grab something quick. The staff at the hotel actually told me about this place – they seem to genuinely care about making sure you experience the area like a local would. I stayed during late May, which turned out to be perfect timing – warm enough for the beach but not so hot that exploring felt like a chore. The whole experience felt more like staying at a sophisticated friend’s place than a hotel, if that makes sense.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $71. Large Studio (2 Adults) with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $94. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $116. Two-Bedroom Apartment – Split Level ( 3 Adults ) with 1 large double bed and 1 bunk bed for Max persons: 3
• Estimated price from: $129. Apartment with Balcony with 1 large double bed, 1 futon bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 3
• Estimated price from: $116. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4
• Estimated price from: $127. Two-Bedroom Apartment – Attic (5 Adults) with 1 double bed, 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 5
• Estimated price from: $129. Maisonette with 1 single bed, 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 5
• Estimated price from: $127. Large One-Bedroom Apartment – Split Level with 2 single beds, 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 6
• Estimated price from: $141. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed and 2 sofa beds for Max persons: 6

Reviews

• Views are amazing. It’s only a 2km walk downhill for coffee, food etc – Guilaine from Australia – 12 October 2024 (10/10)

  Very comfortable.
  The 1km walk to the little corner shop is a must.
  No coffee, but the best focaccia tomato. Fresh veggies
  
  What could be improved: Everything was lovely . Proprietor and staff very friendly.
  
  No bad comments to report

• Exceptional – Dan from United Kingdom – 18 June 2024 (10/10)

  Beautiful, clean and comfortable appartment with far reaching views over massa to the sea. I would thoroughly recommend.

• Exceptional – Sussie from Denmark – 12 May 2024 (10/10)

  Beautiful place everything perfect and friendlyness,

• Vacation in Massa – Andrea from Slovakia – 25 September 2022 (10/10)

  Beautiful place with amazing view, the apartment was very comfortable and well equipped. We loved eating on the terrace, the pool and our son enjoyed the playground a lot. There was also unbelievable silence at night, so we slept really well.
  In spite of not having a car we managed to go on foot or by bus to the centre and to the mountaines. The Casa is just holiday paradise :-).
  
  What could be improved: Saponate or tablets for the dishwasher could be part of the kitchinette equipment.

• Nice house looks even better than the pictures, you can charge your car on site for free – Claudia from Netherlands – 24 April 2025 (10/10)

  Garden, views, host, everything was very clean. We could charge our electric car for free!
  Good location fro visiting Cinque Terre outside the tourist crowds and at better price if you don's mind the extra journey. 45 min by car to La Spezia where you can take the train to cinque Terre. A better option would be to take the 20 min train from Cerveteri station – just need to time it as trains are not as frequent as the CT ones. E

• Exceptional – Lukáš from Czech Republic – 7 September 2022 (10/10)

  Wonderful view, pool, personal and outdoor sitting
  
  What could be improved: The ceiling for sleaping in second floor of apartment was very low and you must be very careful or you have headache, but for sleap on one night is fine. Not very comfy beds.

• Heerlijke rustige locatie met een schitterend uitzicht. – Stijny from Netherlands – 28 September 2023 (8/10)

  A beautiful location. Very nice view and hosts
  
  What could be improved: The pillows were hard and the second bad was not very comfi. If That was beter, then I woud give the appartement four start.

• Attic was not the best choice – Elijah from Canada – 19 September 2023 (8/10)

  Great building and views. Very hospitable and helpful owners. They even offered free pizza for diner on one night.
  
  What could be improved: Unfortunately ceiling is too low in the attic apartment. It was even not safe 🙁
  No mosquito screen.

• Exceptional – Lucie from Czech Republic – 11 July 2025 (10/10)

  Úžasní lidé, kteří vlastní vilu. Kompletně vybaveno, příjemné prostředí a úžasný výhled.
  
  What could be improved: NIC!

• Exceptional – Selina from Germany – 28 June 2025 (10/10)

  Die Aussicht ist traumhaft. Die Wohnung sowie alles rund ums Gebäude war extrem sauber und mit Liebe zum Detail ausgestattet bzw. gepflegt. Roberta und ihre Familie waren sehr herzliche Gastgeber.

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