Am wondering if anyone has any good suggestions for BUDGET accom for 2 adults and 3 children in La Spezia or Cinque Terrre? I have researched a lot and get conflicting info. Has anyone stayed or heard of Lanterna BandB in Borghetto Vara? Is the Vara Valley far from La Spezia? I can't seem to get a handle on it. I think it might be too far. What about Cinque Terre Holidays in Riomaggiore?
What do you consider budget to be?
Without knowing that for sure, at least try Mar Mar in Riomaggiore as they have reasonable prices and have apartments for rent that can accommodate 5.
If you have children then I would suggest staying in Monterosso because it has the largest and nicest beach of the 5 villages. We just stayed at Albergo Marina which was the most affordable place we could find...and it was EXCELLENT!