Toscana da aMare

Hotel Description

You know what? I’ve stayed at my fair share of hotels along the Tuscan coast, and Toscana da aMare honestly surprised me. Right there on Piazza della Libertà in Cecina, it’s got this perfect balance of being in the heart of things without feeling touristy or cramped. The piazza itself is actually where locals hang out in the evenings – you’ll see kids playing while their parents chat over aperitivos at the nearby bars, which gives you a real sense of the neighborhood.

The hotel itself feels like someone took a traditional Italian building and updated it just enough without losing its character. Check-in was smooth (they speak decent English if your Italian is rusty like mine), and I appreciated that they actually knew the area when I asked about restaurants. The rooms are comfortable in that understated Italian way – not flashy, but everything works and the beds are genuinely good. What I really loved was how quiet it gets at night, even though you’re right in the center. The piazza settles down after dinner, so you get the best of both worlds.

Here’s the thing about Cecina that makes this place special – it’s not overrun with tourists like some coastal towns, but you’re still only a quick walk to the beach. I mean, you can literally stroll down Via Aurelia to the shore in about ten minutes, and there are these great little spots for morning coffee along the way. The staff seemed to get this too – they’d casually mention which beaches were less crowded or where to find the best focaccia (there’s this place on Via Roma that’s incredible, by the way). During my stay in late spring, the weather was perfect for keeping the windows open, and you could hear the town waking up in the morning – market vendors setting up, the coffee machine hissing at the bar downstairs. It’s those little details that make you feel like you’re actually experiencing Italy, not just passing through it.

What really sealed it for me was the genuine hospitality. Not the over-the-top stuff you sometimes get, but that Italian warmth where they remember your name and ask how your day was. Parking was straightforward too – they sorted that out without any fuss, which honestly can be a nightmare in some Italian towns. The whole experience felt effortless in a way that only happens when a place is well-run but not trying too hard. If you’re looking for somewhere to base yourself for exploring this part of Tuscany, or just want to experience a real Italian town without the crowds, this is exactly what you want.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $93. Deluxe Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $93. Deluxe Double or Twin Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $140. Deluxe Quadruple Room with 2 single beds and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4
• Estimated price from: $156. Deluxe Apartment with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Very good – Claire from Australia – 3 November 2024 (8/10)

  Clean and new. Nice kitchen but is shared with other apartments. Bit tricky to work out how to gain entrance, however our host was quick to respond and help with anything we needed. Great location.

• This was the best place I could have possibly picked for my stay in Cecina. Hosts were amazing and the apartment was de – Melissa from United States – 22 July 2024 (10/10)

  The apartment was beautifully decorated with too many amenities to list. The hostess went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. I can't wait to return.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing to dislike besides having to leave.

• Exceptional – Xrisoui from Cyprus – 18 July 2024 (10/10)

  Excellent service, very clean, owners very helpful and friendly

• Good place, but mind your own business – Robert from Poland – 17 August 2024 (9/10)

  There is free parking behind the building, I managed to find a place there. The access system to the building and premises is fully electronic. The apartment has four separate bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and one shared kitchen. The internet works quickly, the rooms are well-furnished, 24-hour access to a fully functional kitchen.
  
  What could be improved: The shared kitchen has its pros and cons. Unfortunately, we met other guests (in separate rooms) who had cleaned the fridge of drinks and yogurts almost to zero. I didn't expect that you could take 20 bottles of water and iced tea and leave nothing for the other guests.

• Complimenti agli host!!! – Elisabetta from Italy – 6 July 2025 (10/10)

  Toscana da aMare è un B&B davvero stupendo! Tutto è perfetto: biancheria, bagno, camera,cucina e spazio comune, colazione,balcone… nessun difetto, pulizia e ospitalità al massimo!!! Il tutto accompagnato da sistema tecnologico per ingresso in struttura e wifi velocissimo!
  
  What could be improved: Assolutamente nulla!!!

• Grazie per la vostra cortesia – Enrica from Italy – 28 June 2025 (10/10)

  Professionalità signora Marinella e tutta la struttura
  
  What could be improved: Tutto

• Exceptional – Lena from Austria – 27 June 2025 (10/10)

  Sehr schöne Unterkunft mit eigenem Bad, Klimaanlage und allen Annehmlichkeiten die man sich sonst wünschen kann. Der "Frühstücksraum" ist als Gemeinschaftsküche nutzbar, wo man sich stetig sebst an den zur Verfügung gestellten Lebensmitteln bedienen kann. Reibungsloser Check-in (wenn man die Nachricht der Besitzerin vorab erhält) und toller Balkon mit Aussicht, da im 7-Stock.
  Stadtzentrum ist gleich nebenan super fußläufig. Zur Strandpromenade würde man an die 30 min zu Fuß gehn oder man fährt 6 min mit dem Auto. Es war wirklich ein toller Aufenthalt!

• Una chicca! Struttura super – Jimbo from Italy – 17 June 2025 (10/10)

  Struttura, servizi, cucina comune a servizio delle camere, camere keyless completamente ristrutturate e bagni nuovi, proprietaria estremamente gentile e socievole
  
  What could be improved: Sensazione da "Grande Fratello" per via delle telecamere all' ingresso dell' appartamento, comunque limitate alla zona comune ingresso/cucina

• Exceptional – Krzysztof from Poland – 20 May 2025 (10/10)

  Bardzo dobra obsługa i pomoc. Miejsce przyjazne rowerzystom.

• Esperienza super – Laura from Italy – 24 April 2025 (10/10)

  La proprietaria disponibile e cordiale, struttura pulita, moderna e accogliente, ampia scelta di prodotti per la colazione con opzioni senza glutine e senza lattosio (apprezzatissimo).

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